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Vijayapura police detect land grabbing of 158 acres, arrest 200 accused

As much as 158 acres returned to real owners who are either senior citizens, or those who did not live near their land, or those who had ancestral land in Vijayapura, but had migrated to other cities in Karnataka or other States

The Hindu 2 Feb 2026 10:30 am

Karnataka horror: Woman hangs 3 kids, consumes diesel to end life over family dispute; survives

A woman in Hubballi allegedly hanged her three children before attempting suicide by consuming diesel. The incident, which occurred between 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., left all three children dead. The woman is in critical condition and undergoing treatment, with police awaiting her statement for further investigation.

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 10:13 am

Politics rages over Confident Group chief CJ Roy's suicide: Karnataka oppn alleges internal lapses; Kerala CM seeks judicial probe, writes to Nirmala Seetharaman

Political storm erupts over Confident Group chairman C J Roy's suicide during an Income Tax search. Kerala CM seeks a judicial probe, citing procedural lapses and questioning how Roy accessed a firearm. Karnataka opposition echoes concerns over internal failures. Investigators are recording statements and reconstructing the crime scene, noting inconsistencies in initial complaints.

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 10:09 am

Confident Group chairman CJ Roys death: Hurried setup? Row over forming SIT; oppn alleges internal lapses

BJP questions the Karnataka government's swift formation of an SIT into Confident Group chairman CJ Roy's death, alleging political motives. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's statements are under scrutiny. Ministers defend the SIT, stating its purpose is to uncover the truth and address concerns about potential misuse of central agencies, emphasizing a fair inquiry.

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 2:43 am

Bengaluru midnight horror: 65-year-old raped, murdered by domestic help; accused found hanging in same room

A 65-year-old woman was allegedly raped and murdered by her domestic help at her Bengaluru residence. The accused, who had worked for the family for 10 years, was later found dead by suicide in the same room. The crime came to light when the victim's husband returned from Dubai.

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 1:57 am

Mid-air mishap: Hot curry spills on Bengaluru passenger, costs IndiGo Rs 25,000

A passenger endured a shocking and painful experience when a flight attendant accidentally spilled hot curry on him shortly after takeoff from Bangkok to Bengaluru. The incident led to soiled clothes, discomfort, and embarrassment. The consumer commission found the airline vicariously liable for the lapse in service and ordered compensation.

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 1:55 am

Ambikatanayadatta Awards presented

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 1:13 am

Bengaluru to get high-speed rail links to Chennai, Hyderabad; max speed 350 kmph to cut travel time

Bengaluru is set to gain two high-speed rail corridors connecting it to Hyderabad and Chennai, promising significantly reduced travel times. The Union Budget also allocated 500 crore for the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project, aiming to revive stalled work and improve local connectivity.

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 12:57 am

Group clash in Davanagere leads to attack on police

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 12:55 am

Caste census report will be out in two months: CM

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 12:28 am

Belagavi reacts to Union Budget 2026

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 12:19 am

Mixed reactions to Union Budget in North Karnataka

The Times of India 2 Feb 2026 12:18 am

Trade bodies say Budget powers MSMEs, provides boost to domestic manufacturing and further simplifies doing business

A growth-oriented and sector-enabling Budget for micro and small scale industries that balances capital infusion, infrastructure expansion and proposescluster modernisation, and policy reform to support global competitiveness and sustainable employment generation in the MSE sector

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 10:10 pm

CM remembers Sri Siddaramanand Puri Swami for his spirituality, secularism

He was addressing a gathering at a tribute function got up for the late swamiji at Tinthini Bridge in Deodurg taluk of Raichur district

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 10:00 pm

Budget proposes high-speed rail links to Bengaluru; rail activists flag lack of clarity

The announcement has been welcomed by rail activists and urban mobility experts, though they remain cautious about the timeline and execution of the ambitious proposal.

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 8:43 pm

Union Budget: Turtle trails to be developed along Karnataka coast

Sitharamans nineth budget speech promised a world-class development of turtle trail along coastal areas of Odisha, Karnataka, and Kerala

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 7:55 pm

Walkathon for millets in Mysuru

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 7:54 pm

Industry bodies welcome growth-oriented Budget announcements

The proposals accelerate economic momentum and provides a strong push to infrastructure development, they say

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 7:51 pm

Union Budget is stable and balanced, says KKCCI

Though the Budget maintains fiscal discipline and policy continuity, Kalyana Karnataka needs targeted support to grow faster, according to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 7:37 pm

Karnataka to benefit from sandalwood revival plan amidst shortfall in supply

The announcement comes at a time when Karnataka, a pioneer in regulating sandalwood cultivation, is struggling to meet demand despite being the largest producer in the country

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 7:24 pm

Budget unfair to Chamarajanagar farmers: MP

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 7:08 pm

Subhash Palekar: A crusader for sustainable, spiritual Zero Budget Natural Farming

His model, now called as the Subhash Palekar Krushi, consists of seven steps no cultivation, seed treatment with Beejamrut, nutrition with Jeevamrut, five-layer farming, no weeding, no use of fertilisers, insecticides, pesticides or weedicides, and integrated farming with cattle and mulching.

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 7:01 pm

Union Budget 2026 offers no new hope: KRRS

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:55 pm

JanAI Summit underscores need for AI-driven economic and social progress

JanAI is not just an initiative but a statement of intent for Indias AI future, says Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Mysuru MP

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 6:48 pm

Panel recommends abolition of Malnad and Bayaluseeme boards, overhaul of KKRDB functioning

Panel recommends release of 29,009 crore to KKRDB from 2026-27 to 2030-31

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 5:26 pm

Large apartment complexes are hubs of cultural action

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 5:20 pm

Heritage in peril: Damage to Bidars karez water system after unauthorised alteration raises alarm

The NaubadAliyabad karez, believed to have been built in the 15th century by the Bahmani Sultanate, is an ancient underground water-harvesting system. Conservationists point out that the system holds strong potential for nomination as a UNESCO World Heritage site if conserved scientifically.

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 4:51 pm

Union Budget 2026: KCCI flags absence of dedicated Coastal Economic Corridor for West Coast

The exclusion of coastal Karnataka from the proposed high-speed rail growth corridors limits connectivity-led development, the Chamber said.

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 4:06 pm

B'luru apartments are fusing architecture and nature

Over 300 residential projects in B'luru are certified by the Indian Green Building Council

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 3:50 pm

Fear of free-roaming elephants keeps children away from this anganwadi in Sringeri taluk

An Anganwadi centre at Bhalekadi in Sringeri taluk has a teacher and a worker, but only one child attending it

The Hindu 1 Feb 2026 3:08 pm

Budget 2026: Bengaluru to get high-speed rail corridors; check routes

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced plans for seven high-speed rail corridors in Budget 2026, aiming to connect major urban centers and boost emerging cities. Two of these corridors will link Bengaluru with Hyderabad and Chennai. This initiative aims to promote sustainable passenger transport and infrastructure growth in tier-two and tier-three cities.

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 1:08 pm

Domestic help rapes elderly Bengaluru woman, kills her, then dies by suicide

A 65-year-old woman was found raped and murdered in her Bengaluru home, with the suspect, her domestic help, subsequently found dead by suicide in the same room. The crime was discovered by the woman's husband upon his return from Dubai. Police are investigating the incident.

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 9:13 am

Confident Group chairman CJ Roy death at Bengaluru office: 6.35mm bullet from Austria-made pistol pierced his heart

Karnataka government faces scrutiny following the suicide of Confident Group chairman CJ Roy. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the circumstances, with questions arising about allegations against income tax officials. An autopsy confirmed Roy died from a gunshot wound to the chest, with a 6.35mm bullet found lodged in his body.

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 7:42 am

4 from Assam found dead in Karnataka room - Times of India

4 from Assam found dead in Karnataka room Times of India

Google News 1 Feb 2026 6:12 am

Karnataka High Court upholds APMCs acquisition of 281 acres on Bengaluru's Magadi Road - Deccan Herald

Karnataka High Court upholds APMCs acquisition of 281 acres on Bengaluru's Magadi Road Deccan Herald

Google News 1 Feb 2026 5:51 am

Mahadayi Project: Water Project Stalls on Environmental Concerns - Deccan Herald

Mahadayi Project: Water Project Stalls on Environmental Concerns Deccan Herald

Google News 1 Feb 2026 5:25 am

Toxic fumes? 4 Assam workers dead in Bengaluru; stove smoke filled sealed room

Four young security guards from Assam's Mising community were found dead in their Bengaluru room, suspected to be from carbon monoxide poisoning due to a stove. The incident occurred overnight after they closed their room while cooking. The Assam government is coordinating with Karnataka authorities to expedite the return of the bodies.

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 3:43 am

Bengalurus by-2-coffee tradition with crispy dose fascinates global culinary students - Times of India

Bengalurus by-2-coffee tradition with crispy dose fascinates global culinary students Times of India

Google News 1 Feb 2026 3:21 am

Bengaluru Air Quality Index (AQI) Today: Real-Time Bengaluru Air Pollution, AQI in Bengaluru - India Today

Bengaluru Air Quality Index (AQI) Today: Real-Time Bengaluru Air Pollution, AQI in Bengaluru India Today

Google News 1 Feb 2026 3:01 am

Mysuru Preservation: Can Mysuru Retain Its Cultural Soul? - Deccan Herald

Mysuru Preservation: Can Mysuru Retain Its Cultural Soul? Deccan Herald

Google News 1 Feb 2026 2:54 am

Contest on oral health awareness in Bengaluru

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 2:49 am

Police arrest accident case fugitive after 32 years

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 12:23 am

Belagavis 70km-long ring road project in limbo

The Times of India 1 Feb 2026 12:05 am