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SakleshpurSubrahmanya Ghat Electrification To Boost BengaluruMangaluru Rail Link: Chowta
The MP said the electrification of the SakleshpurSubrahmanya section would give a major boost to railway infrastructure in the coastal belt and address one of the most critical bottlenecks on the BengaluruMangaluru rail corridor.
CEC member to visit Bannerghatta National Park following petition against reduction of buffer zone
The petition argues that the notification regarding the reduction of ESZ has excluded ecologically critical areas surrounding established elephant corridors from the protected zone
Peak Bengaluru moments: Things that only this city could pull off
Bengaluru police haven't arrested a single producer of narcotics in two years
Congress MLA Gets Bail in Illegal Online Betting Case
ED sleuths arrested K.C. Veerendra, representing Chitradurga Assembly seat, in Gangtok, Sikkim before he was ferried to Bengaluru on transit remand.
Techie Reveals How Moving From Bengaluru To Hyderabad Changed Her Life
The techie said that life has become calmer, happier, and healthier in Hyderabad.
How the thamate drum is finding a new beat
Bengalureans discover the thrill of quad biking
TOI IMPACT: SWR reverts to old schedule of Bengaluru Express
Biocon Employee, 26, Found Dead At Bengaluru Office
A 26-year-old employee of Biocon was found dead on the company premises at Bengaluru's Electronic City Phase-II on Tuesday.
Police conduct final inspection ahead of New Year Eve celebrations
The police have directed pubs and bars to close by 1 a.m.; as many as 50 flyovers across Bengaluru will be closed as part of traffic regulation measures
Labourer hammered to death by co-worker at construction site in Bengaluru
Blackstone-backed Bagmane Prime Office lines up Rs 4,000-cr REIT issue
Blackstone and Bagmane Group-backed Bagmane Prime Office REIT has filed draft papers for a Rs 4,000 crore REIT issue, which would become Indias sixth listed REIT. The portfolio is anchored in Bengaluru and includes about 20 million sq ft of Grade A office space, with nearly 98% occupancy.
Shoba Narayans Namma Bangalore 2.0: A thank-you note to the city
Shoba NarayansNamma Bangalore 2.0: Culture, Coding, Cuisine, Creativity, a sequel to her best-sellingNamma Bangalore: The Soul of a Metropolis, tells a reader how to be a Bengalurean.
Visually-impaired students in Karnataka can now use computers to write SSLC and II PUC exams
Use of computer will be limited to only typing answers and the candidate will have to bring his/her own computer or laptop duly formatted to the exam centre.
WPL 2026: Perry, Sutherland Withdraw; US Bowler Tara Norris To Miss League For National Duty
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Just 10 days before the start of its fourth edition, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals have suffered a setback with experienced Australian all-rounders Ellyse Perry and Annabel Sutherland withdrawing from the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026. Both have cited personal reasons for pulling out of the WPL, which begins on January 9. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru have named Sayali Satghare as a replacement for Perry. Satghare, who represents Mumbai at the domestic level and has been part of the Gujarat Giants squad earlier, will join RCB at her reserve price of INR 30 lakh. Three-time finalists Delhi Capitals have named fellow Aussie Alana King as a replacement for Sutherland. The Australian leg-spinner, who represented UP Warriorz in the previous season, has featured in 27 T20Is and picked up 27 wickets. King will join DC at a reserve price of INR 60 lakh. Meanwhile, left-arm medium pacer Tara Norris has been selected for the USA national team for the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup Qualifier, scheduled to be held in Nepal from January 18 to February 1, 2026. As a result, she will be unavailable for the Womens Premier League 2026. UP Warriorz have named uncapped Australian all-rounder Charli Knott as her replacement. Knott has been signed at a reserve price of INR 10 lakh. Meanwhile, left-arm medium pacer Tara Norris has been selected for the USA national team for the 2026 ICC Womens T20 World Cup Qualifier, scheduled to be held in Nepal from January 18 to February 1, 2026. As a result, she will be unavailable for the Womens Premier League 2026. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Two-time winners Mumbai Indians Women will take on 2024 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 1 of the fourth edition at the DY Patil Stadium. Article Source: IANS
Proposed freighter shutdown at Mumbai airport may push exporters to Delhi, Bengaluru
A proposed 10-month suspension of cargo freighter operations at Mumbai airport could drive up air freight costs and force exporters to reroute shipments, as Navi Mumbai is not yet ready to handle international cargo volumes.
Bengaluru Start-up Builds First 'Made-in-India' MRI Scanner, Could This Cut Costs For Patients?
India has around 5,000 MRI machines, a limited number for its population. The countrys MRI market still relies heavily on imported equipment for diagnostics
Pandya Likely To Play Two Games For Baroda In Vijay Hazare Trophy, Set To Be Rested For NZ ODIs
Asia Cup Super Fours: Indias seam-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya is set to feature in two of Baroda's final three Vijay Hazare Trophy league matches in January, before being rested for the three-match ODI series against New Zealand starting on January 11. Yes, its confirmed that Hardik will turn out for Baroda in their Vijay Hazare games on January 3 and 8, which are against Vidarbha and Chandigarh. Hes not there for the clash against Jammu & Kashmir on January 6, as he needs ample break to manage his load in the lead-up to the T20 World Cup. Hardik was wishing to turn out in ODIs against New Zealand, but the team think-tank advised him to rest from the series, as they want him in fine fettle for the subsequent T20I series and the all-important T20 World Cup, a source familiar with the matter told IANS on Tuesday. Pandya last played an ODI for India in March, which was the 2025 Champions Trophy final against New Zealand in Dubai. Along with ace fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, whose workload also needs ample management, Pandya is expected to return for Indias five-match T20I series against New Zealand starting in Nagpur on January 21, before the T20 World Cup begins on February 7. Both Pandya and Bumrah are considered indispensable to India's T20 World Cup title defence hopes by the team management, though the latter has been exempted from featuring in Vijay Hazare Trophy games. Pandya returned to full all-round duties during India's 3-1 T20I series victory over South Africa in December after recovering from a quadriceps injury sustained in the Asia Cup Super Fours match against Sri Lanka in September. The injury had sidelined him from the Asia Cup final against Pakistan and India's subsequent 2-1 T20I series win in Australia. India's ODI squad for the New Zealand series will be announced when the Ajit Agarkar-led selection panel meets in the first week of January. Shubman Gill could return to lead the side for the matches in Vadodara, Rajkot and Indore after missing the 2-1 ODI series win over South Africa due to a neck injury. The selectors are expected to get an official update on the status of Shreyas Iyer, who has been training and building up his fitness at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. India's ODI squad for the New Zealand series will be announced when the Ajit Agarkar-led selection panel meets in the first week of January. Shubman Gill could return to lead the side for the matches in Vadodara, Rajkot and Indore after missing the 2-1 ODI series win over South Africa due to a neck injury. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The selectors are also likely to deliberate over the second keeper slot, especially with T20 World Cup-bound Ishan Kishan and Dhruv Jurel in fine form, thus giving stiff competition to the incumbent Rishabh Pant. Article Source: IANS
Union Aviation Minister Flags Off HALs Dhruv NG Helicopter in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, Dec 30: Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Tuesday flagged off the inaugural flight of the next-generation civil helicopter Dhruv NG, designed and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), marking a major milestone in Indias indigenous rotary-wing capabilities. Before take-off from HAL facilities here, the minister joined the pilot in the cockpit [] The post Union Aviation Minister Flags Off HALs Dhruv NG Helicopter in Bengaluru appeared first on Northlines .
UIDAI Recruiting Section Officer At Technology Centre Bengaluru
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) seeks qualified officers for the Section Officer position at its Bengaluru centre.
A metro security staffer was assaulted by four passengers at Kempegowda Interchange Metro Station for enforcing queue rules. The men, reportedly IT professionals from Andhra Pradesh, slapped and kicked the staffer after missing a train. Other commuters intervened, and police apprehended the accused.
Indicating that the complainant may have forgotten the alleged incidents involving Mr. Revanna as memory fades if the offences are not severe in nature, the Court said that subsequent serious offences of alleged rape by Prajwal Revanna might have, as an afterthought, made the survivor complain against Mr. Revanna.
WPL 2026: Mumbai Indians Players Begin Pre-season Training
Head Coach Lisa Keightley: Two-time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) have commenced their training camp ahead of the upcoming Womens Premier League (WPL) season. The fourth edition of WPL will take place across two venues: the first leg in Navi Mumbais DY Patil Stadium and the second in Vadodaras Kotambi Stadium from January 9 to February 5. Under the leadership of Head Coach Lisa Keightley, Bowling Coach and Team Mentor Jhulan Goswami, Batting Coach Devieka Palshikaar, and other support staff, the players who have already arrivedSaika Ishaque, Sajana S, Sanskriti Gupta, Poonam Khemnar, Triveni Vasistha, N Kranthi Reddy, and Rahila Firdous began their pre-season training. Speaking about the camp, Keightley said, It's really good. We've had one training. It was great to work with domestic players. Really excited to see what they can do. Its a good opportunity to watch, to see and communicate and make connections with the players. I'm really excited and really impressed with what I have seen so far. So let's see how we go for the rest of the week._ The session emphasised fitness, skill evaluation, and team cohesion, helping players reconnect with match routines under the supervision of the coaching staff. The group laid the groundwork for the upcoming weeks through a combination of structured drills and net sessions, as the squad continues to arrive, gaining momentum and building cohesion before the season begins. The defending champions will kick off their campaign on the opening day of the tournament, on January 9, 2026, against the WPL 2024 champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. The session emphasised fitness, skill evaluation, and team cohesion, helping players reconnect with match routines under the supervision of the coaching staff. The group laid the groundwork for the upcoming weeks through a combination of structured drills and net sessions, as the squad continues to arrive, gaining momentum and building cohesion before the season begins. Also Read: Live Cricket Score MI Squad for WPL 2026: Harmanpreet Kaur, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Hayley Matthews, Amanjot Kaur, Kamalini G, Amelia Kerr, Shabnim Ismail, Rahila Firdous, Sajana S, Sanskriti Gupta, Nicola Carey, Poonam Khemnar, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Milly Illingworth, Saika Ishaque Article Source: IANS
Four IT professionals from Andhra Pradesh allegedly assaulted a Bengaluru metro security staffer at Kempegowda Interchange Station for enforcing queue rules. The staffer, Indrajit, was slapped multiple times and kicked when he asked the group to form a line for a Green Line train. Other commuters intervened, and police apprehended the accused.
Social media storm over politicians English proficiency triggers debate in Kerala
Heated debate sparked by viral memes mocking Parliamentarian A.A. Rahim, national president of DYFI, during a recent visit to Bengaluru. Following the demolition of illegal structures, Rahim acknowledged his need to enhance his language skills but emphasised the importance of his empathy towards those displaced
A gas cylinder blast at a Bengaluru PG facility claimed the life of a 23-year-old software engineer and injured three others. The explosion occurred Monday evening at Seven Hills Sai Co-Living PG, prompting immediate evacuation and fire-control efforts. Preliminary investigations point to a commercial-grade gas cylinder as the cause.
Union Civil Aviation Minister inaugurates DHRUV-NG in Bengaluru
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu inaugurated DHRUV-NG, the next-generation civil helicopter, at HAL in Bengaluru. This indigenous 5.5-tonne, twin-engine helicopter is designed for diverse Indian terrain and the global civil aviation market, featuring enhanced safety, performance, and passenger comfort. It boasts a civil-certified Glass Cockpit and advanced avionics for superior situational awareness.
Union civil aviation minister flags off next-generation helicopter Dhruv NG in Bengaluru
The helicopter is equipped with twin Shakti 1H1C engines, providing enhanced power ratings and the advantage of internal maintenance capabilities within India
23-Year-Old Techie Killed, 3 Injured In Gas Cylinder Explosion At Bengaluru PG
Aravind, an analyst from Ballari, died and three were injured in a gas cylinder blast at Seven Hills Sai Co-Living in Bengaluru's Kundalahalli. Police are investigating violations.
Bengaluru court discharges HD Revanna in sexual harassment case
A Bengaluru court has discharged former minister and JD(S) leader H.D. Revanna from a sexual harassment case, bringing an end to the proceedings against him in the matter. The court ruled that the material placed on record by the prosecution was insufficient to frame charges, leading to his discharge. The case had drawn significant public [] The post Bengaluru court discharges HD Revanna in sexual harassment case appeared first on India Legal .
Bengaluru Police Commissioner Suspends 3 Inspectors Over Drug Lab Lapse
The disciplinary action against the 3 police inspectors has been initiated following the drug bust of 4.2 kilograms of Mephedrone at a house in Yerappanahalli under Avalahalli police station limits
HALs Dhruv NGmulti-role helicopter takes maiden flight in Bengaluru
Designed and manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), the Dhruv NG is 5.5-tonne, light twin-engine, multi-role helicopter.
Karnataka Human Rights Commission Inspects Kogilu Layout Demolition
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated he directed officials of GBA and Deputy Commissioner, Bengaluru Urban, to prepare of eligible beneficiaries to rehabilitate the displaced residents and said as many as 167 sheds were razed down in Kogilu Layout
At 70, Bengaluru MLA cycles 700 km to Kanyakumari after beating rare neurological illness
Rajajinagar MLA Suresh Kumar, aged 70, completed a 702 km cycling journey from Bengaluru to Kanyakumari just months after recovering from debilitating Chikungunya encephalopathy. The ride, spanning five days, served as a powerful testament to his resilience, recovery, and belief in fitness, inspiring others to embrace cycling.
HAL's Advanced Light Helicopter Dhruv-NG takes to skies for first time in Bengaluru
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu flagged off the inaugural flight of the Dhruv-NG, a civil variant of HAL's indigenous helicopter, in Bengaluru. This marks HAL's strategic expansion into the growing civilian helicopter market, targeting sectors like air ambulance and disaster response.
Tamil and Kannada TV actress Nandini CM dies by suicide in Bengaluru
Kannada television actor Nandini CM, 26, was found dead at her Bengaluru paying guest accommodation in what police suspect to be a suicide. A death note citing depression and family pressure was recovered
Television actress Nandini CM was found dead at her paying guest accommodation in Bengaluru, and her mother, GR Basavarajeshwari, filed a complaint for further legal action, based on her last entry in her diary. (Trigger warning: The following article has a mention of self harm).
Gig workers stir to disrupt NY delivery services in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: With app-based delivery gig workers planning a nationwide strike on December 31, e-commerce services, particularly the promise of 10-minute deliveries and instant availability of essentials are likely to be hit in Bengaluru on New Years Eve. Protesters have termed the action a digital protest in a digitised world, aimed at disrupting peak-hour deliveries without street demonstrations. According to gig workers unions, the flash strike held on December 25 exposed deep-rooted problems within Indias gig economy. Nearly 40,000 delivery workers participated across the country, resulting in an estimated 50 to 60% disruption of services in several cities. Union leaders alleged that instead of addressing workers concerns, platform companies responded by blocking delivery IDs, issuing threats, involving the police, and imposing what they described as algorithmic punishments. Shaik Salauddin, co-founder and national general secretary of the Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT), said delivery workers were being subjected to unsafe work conditions and arbitrary penalties. Workers are not slaves of algorithms. We will not accept unsafe 10-minute delivery models, arbitrary ID blocking or denial of dignity and social security, he said, warning that continued repression would only intensify resistance. Explaining the nature of protest he said, This is not a conventional street protest. Our strike is a digital and flash strike. During peak delivery hours, when platforms depend most on workers, we are simply rejecting orders. That itself is our protest. These companies use digital power to run their business. Why shouldnt workers also use the same digital tools to protest? Instead of slogans and gatherings, we are opting for invisible digital strikes, he added. In a letter to Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, IFAT sought urgent government intervention, stating that falling incomes, unsafe delivery targets, police harassment and lack of social security had pushed workers to the brink.
DCM DK Shivakumar visits Kogilu, says wont allow government land grab
BENGALURU: Days after the demolition of slum houses in Fakeer Colony and Wasim Layout at Kogilu took a political turn with Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan taking a dig at the Congress government, saying it was following the UP model, Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar visited the demolition site and sought details like voter ID card and Aadhaar for verification. The DCM said, The government will not give land grabbers a chance. He added that the contentious site was a quarry pit, and about 10 years ago, the government gave land to the corporation and waste management department to build a biogas plant, animal rendering unit and coconut rendering unit. Overnight, some sheds have mushroomed. The place has turned into a garbage mound, and there is a leachate tank, the DCM said, justifying the Greater Bengaluru Authoritys demolition drive. The DCM stated that the local MLA was aware of the situation and when some people approached him seeking his intervention, he did not entertain, citing the genuine reason of health for rejecting their proposal for housing. To a media question on Kerala leaders commenting on the demolition and embarrassing the government, the DCM said, The Kerala CM and Left party are scared of losing, they want to bank on minority voters, and tried to politicise this issue. The Kerala team is here because an election is coming. There is no question of embarrassment; we have to keep the city clean and maintain law and order. We cannot allow people to just occupy government land. a woman sleeps in a tent | Kevin Nashon Will you allow people to come and occupy your property? he asked the media. The Kerala CM is on the verge of losing the election, that is why he is doing politics. This is a local issue, and I appeal to him not to interfere in Karnatakas affairs. Shivakumar said the land belongs to the corporation and an agency that deals with waste management, which is completing fencing work, but before that, the protest happened. He said the agency had informed them about the demolition. The DCM said a meeting will be held with CM Siddaramaiah and Housing department, and the deserving will be given justice. SHRC visits Kogilu site After the Kogilu slum demolition sparked off a hot debate and slugfest between the Congress government and Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) Chairman Sham Bhat visited the spot on Monday and directed officials to gauge the impact on children. Bhat told TNIE, The dwellers have claimed they have all documents and termed the demolition illegal. Only after a preliminary report will SHRC be in a position to comment and make recommendations to the government, and the ADGP, DySP will probe. The SHRC police wing will conduct inquiries, and those affected will need to submit documents. If it is government land, we will examine records and make recommendations, Bhatt told reporters. Meanwhile, residents allege alternative arrangements were not made before the demolition, although media reports indicate temporary shelter centres were opened at a distance. Social activist and complainant T Narasimha Murthy said GBA had not followed due process, which resulted in a humanitarian crisis. Before demolition, GBA has to ensure the rehabilitation of dwellers. Their accommodation, food and medicines should have been taken care of, but GBA left over 250 families, including children and the vulnerable, in the biting cold, said Murthy. SHRC also served notices to Bengaluru Urban DC and Greater Bengaluru Authority, seeking their response within seven days.
Tight security planned in Bengaluru for New Year's Eve
BENGALURU: Police have taken strict measures to ensure that no untoward incidents occur during the New Year celebrations across the city, with womens safety being prioritised, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said after a review meeting here on Monday. The Chief Minister held a review meeting with Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara, Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh, Director General & Inspector General of Police Dr MA Saleem, City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh, BBMP Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao, and other senior officials. Special measures have been directed to prevent overcrowding and mishaps at major locations. He also said that adequate arrangements should be made to operate a large number of BMTC buses after midnight to enable people to return home. Meanwhile, Singh directed strict action against those indulging in spoilsport activities during the celebrations. He said that 20,000 additional police personnel, along with technical surveillance teams, will keep a close watch on troublemakers. He urged either to book cabs or ensure that at least one person in the group drives without consuming alcohol. For the first time, police will not allow circular movement on Brigade Road to avoid bottlenecks. A total of 164 womens help desks have been set up to assist and report any incidents. Additionally, 55 ambulances, 37 fire tenders, and four SWAT teams have been deployed. For the first time, buses and travellers will be stationed at appropriate locations to clear crowds.
Metro to run till 3 am; MG Rd Station to shut by 10 pm in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) will extend metro services on the Purple, Green and Yellow lines on New Years Eve 2026, with last trains running up to 3.10 am on some routes. Services will run at a higher frequency overnight. MG Road station will be closed from 10 pm. Token sales at Trinity and Cubbon Park stations will be stopped after 11 pm. Passengers travelling after that time are advised to purchase return journey tickets in advance through QR tickets or ensure sufficient balance on their smart cards. On the Purple Line, the last trains from Whitefield to Challaghatta and from Challaghatta to Whitefield will depart at 1.45 am and 2 am respectively. On the Green Line, the last services between Madavara and Silk Institute, in both directions, will depart at 2 am. On the Yellow Line, services will run later into the night, with the last train from RV Road to Bommasandra departing at 3.10 am, while the final service from Bommasandra to RV Road will leave at 1.30 am. Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station, Majestic, the citys main interchange, will see its last departures towards all four directions Whitefield, Challaghatta, Madavara and Silk Institute at 2.45 am. However, trains will continue to stop at nearby Trinity and Cubbon Park.
Karnataka government will provide compensation up to Rs 5 lakh and alternative housing to families affected by demolitions in Kogilu. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced disciplinary action against officials for allowing encroachments, citing inhumane landfill conditions. He warned of strict measures against future land grabs, acknowledging political pressure influenced the decision.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will speak on the ongoing encroachment and demolition issue in Kogilu Layout, as authorities move ahead with eviction.
Bengaluru Metro trains to run past midnight on Dec 31
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TV Serial Actress Found Dead In Bengaluru
A native of Kottur in Vijaynagar district, Nandini shifted to Bengaluru in 2019. She discontinued her engineering course to take-up her career in acting. She appeared in a couple of Kannada tv serials.
Karnataka: Harassment charges dropped against former minister HD Revanna
Allottees flag design gaps in Bengalurus Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout, demand basic amenities
Fatal gap: Bengaluru doctors warn vaccine alone not enough for severe dogbites
A 26-year-old TV serial actress, Nandini MC, allegedly died by suicide in her Bengaluru PG accommodation. A Kannada death note revealed her distress over life and a failed acting career, despite rejecting a government job offer. Her family stated she pursued acting after discontinuing engineering.
On Humanitarian Grounds: Karnataka To Rehouse Families Hit By Bengaluru Demolition Drive
The Karnataka government on Monday decided to provide alternate housing to those genuine homeless whose illegally constructed houses or sheds were demolished by authorities at Kogilu in the northern part of Bengaluru during a demolition drive.
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3 held at Bengaluru Airport with hydroponic ganja worth Rs 6.23 cr
Bengaluru: Three passengers who arrived from Bangkok at Kempegowda International Airport have been arrested for allegedly carrying hydroponic ganja worth Rs 6.23 crore, concealed in their checked-in baggage, officials said on Monday. The arrests were made by the Customs department on December 28, they said. Also ReadThree held for stalking, harassing woman in Bengaluru Bengaluru Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Ashes: Bethell Credits IPL 2025 Experience For Handling Pressure Of Playing At MCG
Indian Premier League: Englands batting all-rounder Jacob Bethell said his stint in the Indian Premier League (IPL) this year helped him cope with the pressure of making his Ashes debut at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where England won by four wickets in a two-day game. Bethell, 22, came in for Ollie Pope and struck a composed 40 in England chasing down 175 to win the traditional Boxing Day match and end Englands 18-match winless streak in Tests in Australia. He was a member of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team winning IPL 2025 in Ahmedabad in June. I was pretty nervous. Not so much with the people, just the occasion, I guess. But I've played over in India where it feels like there's 160,000 people watching. This atmosphere was incredible and it was nice to get a win and contribute. The IPL, I only played two games but every game and every occasion. Definitely, just knowing what I'm able to get out of myself when the situation is like that and when the atmosphere is like that. I definitely had a lot more confidence coming into this game after playing in front of, I don't know, 50,000 - which felt like 100,000 - at the Chinnaswamy, Bethell was quoted as saying by ESPNCricinfo on Monday. I was pretty nervous. Not so much with the people, just the occasion, I guess. But I've played over in India where it feels like there's 160,000 people watching. This atmosphere was incredible and it was nice to get a win and contribute. Also Read: Live Cricket Score But in other scenarios it presents opportunities to score when bowlers are trying to take wickets and the field is attacking there's loads of gaps. So it's a double-edged sword but I'm enjoying it. I would like to (nail down the role). I would like to just nail down any role in the team to be honest. If you're in the XI and contributing to winning I'm pretty happy with that, added Bethell. Article Source: IANS
Identity cards of delivery executives blocked by aggregator companies after they take part in strike
Screenshots of a conversation between a delivery executive andwhat appeared to bethe support team of a food delivery platform showed that the workers ID wasterminatedfor being a strike enabler
Three police inspectors suspended after inter-State drug seizure; journalist booked for extortion
The disciplinary action followed a high-profile operation led by the Maharashtra Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), in coordination with the Bengaluru Police and the Narcotics Control Department, which resulted in the seizure of a large drug consignment
Kannada TV Actor Nandini CM Dies By Suicide In Bengaluru, Police Recover Note
Kengeri Police have registered an Unnatural Death Report under Section 194 of the BNSS Act, 2023
Indigo cancels 118 flights due to bad weather, operational reasons
IndiGo cancelled 118 flights on Monday. Bad weather and operational issues caused the cancellations. Flights were affected at Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and other airports. Foggy conditions in northern India impacted visibility. This led to delays and cancellations. The airline had previously cancelled thousands of flights due to pilot duty norms. The fog season officially runs until February 10.
Three from Bangkok held at Bengaluru Airport with hydroponic ganja worth Rs 6.23 crore
BENGALURU: Three passengers who arrived from Bangkok at Kempegowda International Airport have been arrested for allegedly carrying hydroponic ganja worth Rs 6.23 crore, concealed in their checked-in baggage, officials said on Monday. The arrests were made by the Customs department on December 28, they said. Bengaluru Customs intercepted three passengers who arrived from Bangkok and seized 17.80 kg of hydroponic ganja, valued at Rs 6.23 crore, concealed in checked-in baggage, Bengaluru Customs said in a post on 'X', without divulging further details about the identities of the accused. All accused were arrested under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, it added. Major NDPS Bust at Bengaluru Airport | 28.12.2025 Bengaluru Customs intercepted three passengers arriving from Bangkok and seized 17.80 kg of hydroponic ganja, valued at 6.23 crore, concealed in checked-in baggage. All accused were arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985. #CBIC Bengaluru Customs (@blrcustoms) December 29, 2025
Demolition of Sheds: Vijayan politicising it, fearing defeat for LDF in Kerala, says Shivakumar
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar accused Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan of politicizing an eviction drive in Bengaluru. Shivakumar stated Vijayan is exploiting the issue for electoral gain in Kerala, fearing LDF defeat. He emphasized the eviction was for a solid waste dumping site and urged Vijayan to refrain from interfering in local matters.
AI, 20,000 Cops: Bengaluru's Security Plan For New Year's Eve
With Bengaluru bracing for massive crowds on New Year's Eve, the City Police have announced comprehensive public safety and security measures to ensure smooth and incident-free celebrations.
Two policemen in the dock for harassing and extorting 500 from four men in Bengaluru
Gaming in 2026: The year of the Grand Theft Auto
Despite this year going down in history for giving us the hope of a new Grand Theft Auto game, here are some of the games rumoured for 2026, that should also be on your radar
WPL 2026: Ex-Australia Player Kristen Beams Appointed MI's Spin Bowling Coach
ODI World Cup: Defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) have appointed former Australia leg-spinner Kristen Beams as their spin bowling coach for the 2026 Women's Premier League (WPL) season, the franchise announced on Monday. It's my first time as a coach here. It's an incredible opportunity to work with someone like Jhulan Goswami, one of the greats of the game, and somebody I played cricket against. Incredible culture that they've developed a winning culture over a really long period of time, but a family, and that's what you hear everyone talk about, that this group is so tight knit, and it's a family, and it's what you want to be a part of, said Kristen in a video posted on the franchises Instagram account on Monday. Kristen was an instrumental player in Australia's World Cup campaigns, finishing as the third-highest wicket-taker in the 2017 Womens ODI World Cup in England. Her international career spanned 1 Test, 30 ODIs and 18 T20Is, and 45 T20 games in the WBBL, before she ended her playing career to move to coaching. I think as a coach coming in, that's exactly what you want to be able to do, is to walk into an environment that feels really tight knit, and a team that knows how to win, added Kristen. Kristen brings a proven coaching pedigree to the MI set-up featuring head coach Lisa Keightley, bowling coach and mentor Jhulan Goswami, batting coach Devieka Palshikaar and fielding coach Nicole Bolton. I think as a coach coming in, that's exactly what you want to be able to do, is to walk into an environment that feels really tight knit, and a team that knows how to win, added Kristen. Also Read: Live Cricket Score WPL 2026 will run from January 9 to February 5 and will be played in Navi Mumbai and Vadodara. MI, the two-time champions are led by India captain Harmanpreet Kaur, and will open their campaign against Smriti Mandhana-led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai. Article Source: IANS
Namma Metro, BMTC extend late-night services for New Years Eve revellers in Bengaluru
The BMRCL also announced that the last train from Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station, Majestic, will depart at 2.45 a.m. towards all four directions, Whitefield and Challaghatta on the Purple Line, and Madavara and Silk Institute on the Green Line
Guidelines issued for medical boards to assess age of juveniles in conflict with law
The norms mandate that the board consists of a physiologist, a dental expert, a radiologist, and a forensic expert, andbars medical practitioners who are not members of the board from conducting the assessment
Kerala CM Is Playing Politics: Shivakumar Hits Out At Vijayan Over Bengaluru Demolition Drive
DK Shivakumar said that the drive was aimed at safeguarding public health and government property, not targeting any community.
New Year Celebrations in Bengaluru: CM Siddaramaiah's Security Directives
The chief minister held a meeting with officials from various departments, including the police, during which he was briefed on precautionary measures put in place
2025, the year that was for Karnataka
The Hindus Karnataka reporters explore the big stories that made headlines in a news-packed 2025.
2025, the year that was for Karnataka - The Hindu
2025, the year that was for Karnataka The Hindu
Silver experienced a record-breaking rally, hitting fresh highs on strong investor demand and global cues, though it saw a dip as investors booked profits. Gold prices remained near record levels domestically, while overseas markets saw minor declines due to profit-taking. Local prices for both precious metals are also provided.
A 30-year-old Bengaluru man, Suraj Shivanna, died by suicide in a Nagpur hotel. This followed his wife Ganavi's death and a dowry harassment case. His mother, Jayanti, attempted suicide after discovering him. The family had fled Bengaluru due to alleged threats from Ganavi's family. The investigation is ongoing.
Karnataka is preparing for the next decade of AI-driven growth with two major initiatives: District Skill Groups and the creation of a Karnataka Strategic & Intelligence Unit, a first-of-its-kind AI-powered skills intelligence backbone for the state. This was announced by Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, CEO, Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) at the Quest 2 Learn Summit 2025 hosted by Quest Alliance. He was a part of a panel discussion which was focused on the theme Beyond the AI Hype: Building Radical Futures of Hope with Young People. From Right to Left - Madhavi Latha, Faculty, Samagra Shiksha, Andhra, Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, CEO, Karnataka digital Economy Mission, Kaberi MuDuli, Officer, Special Duty Govt. of Odisha The summit saw nearly 300 people including educators, policymakers, technologists, artists, researchers, civil society leaders, innovators, and young people come together to collectively explore the opportunities and future of AI in Education. Speaking during the summit titled, How is the government enabling desired AI futures for young people? , Mr. Gupta Shifted the focus from student centric discussions to millennials, Gen Z, industry leaders, and government stakeholders across different age groups. Each district will soon establish a District Skill Group, chaired by the District Collector and comprising industry, academia, students, and entrepreneurs. These groups will design one-year, district-specific skill development plans based on what the local economy actually needs , he was quoted as saying. Parallelly, the states six regional clusters outside Bengaluru are being strengthened through detailed vision documents, created after multi-stakeholder workshops involving educational institutions, incubators, accelerators, and student communities, outlining what each cluster aims to achieve by 203132. The second major initiative, the Karnataka Strategic & Intelligence Unit, will integrate APIs from universities, colleges, training institutions, and government databases. This unified dataset will be processed by an AI layer to identify emerging opportunities, sectoral gaps, and regional workforce needs. A small committee including industry leaders recently came together with the unit expected to go live in the next three to four months , Gupta added. Gupta noted that these reforms come at a time when Karnataka is witnessing a significant shift in the geography of work. Karnatakas youth are saying, I am not going to move from my place. I will serve from where I am. And companies are now going where the talent is , he said, emphasising how this shift is reshaping corporate hiring strategies and statewide economic planning. This decentralisation is already visible. The Come Back Tiger initiative in Mangalore encouraging tech professionals from the region to return home saw 3 ,000 registrations in under 48 hours, with 250 companies seeking local talent. Cities like Hubli now host more than 3,000 AI professionals serving clients in the US and Europe, demonstrating how innovation is no longer Bengaluru-centric, he stated. Karnataka attracts 200,000 young professionals every year and is home to 600,000 AI-skilled workers, 2,000+ AI startups, and 53 of Indias 110 unicorns, which collectively raised $2 billion last year. If the innovation ecosystem is not strong, companies know they cannot grow , Gupta said. We want to pursue the concept of co-create, collaborate, and co-innovate anyone with an idea can walk in and find mentors across industry and academia . He also highlighted the emergence of new infrastructure enabling this momentum: a world-class AI & Robotics Centre of Excellence and KEO, a personalized AI computer envisioned to place AI compute power in the hands of every learner . The panel also featured D Madhavi Latha, Faculty, SAMO Wing of Samagra Shiksha, Andhra Pradesh , who detailed how the states large-scale Personalised Adaptive Learning (PAL) programme and Atal Tinkering Labs are transforming learning outcomes through adaptive content, and student-led innovation. Kaberi Muduli, OAS, Officer on Special Duty, Panchasakha Sikhya Setu Sangathan, Govt of Odisha outlined how the state has already introduced a 14-chapter AI curriculum in Class 10, alongside classroom tools like Khanmigo, which strengthen critical thinking and support teachers in delivering AI-enabled, local-language learning. The panel was moderated by Manoj Kothari, CEO and Chief Strategist, Turian Labs. Mr Aakash Sethi, The CEO of Quest Alliance , which works with the government education and skilling ecosystems to equip young people with future-ready skills they need to succeed in their careers, said: We undertake new learning and re-skilling in the AI era in Government schools by embedding future skills and career exploration in school curricula and pedagogy. We also work with Technical and Vocational Skilling Institutes, enabling them to prepare confident, informed, and career-ready young graduates, facilitating their transition into the world of work.
Bengaluru police have deployed nearly 20,000 personnel for New Year's Eve, focusing on crowd control and public safety, especially for women. Enhanced surveillance, including AI-enabled cameras and drone monitoring, will be in place. Traffic restrictions and dedicated women's help desks are among the measures to ensure a safe celebration.
Karnataka registered cars are fined for pollution despite valid PUC certificate
Karnataka-registered vehicles are facing hefty penalties of up to Rs 10,000 for alleged pollution violations, despite possessing valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates. These challans, often issued by other states based on ANPR camera data, are reportedly due to inaccuracies in the central Parivahan database. Transport authorities are investigating the system flaw causing these wrongful penalties.
Delivery boy held for sexually harassing woman during Christmas celebration
Bengaluru: A 27-year-old delivery boy was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a woman during the Christmas celebration at a mall here, police said on Monday. The accused, Manoj Chand, hails from Assam and worked for an online food delivery service, they said. According to police, the woman along with her husband and child had gone Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Indian cricket lifted by womens WC, men battle Test turbulence in 2025
BENGALURU, Dec 29: The women came of age with a long-awaited World Cup trophy but Indian mens cricket was in turmoil as its white-ball peaks ended up dwarfed by the abysmal low of a home Test series whitewash, making 2025 a year of glorious uncertainties for the countrys favourite sport. The mens side triumphed in the Champions Trophy (ODI) and the Asia Cup (T20), while the women brought home a maiden 50-over World Cup. But a 0-2 hammering at the [] The post Indian cricket lifted by womens WC, men battle Test turbulence in 2025 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Speeding Audi Driven By Drunk Student Mows Down Pedestrian In Bengalurus HSR Layout, Arrested
Police said the car was moving at a very high speed and in a zigzag manner when it first hit a pedestrian and then crashed into cars parked along the roadside.
Delivery Man Arrested For Sexually Harassing Woman At Bengaluru Mall
A 27-year-old delivery boy was arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a woman during the Christmas celebration at a mall here, police said on Monday.
Bengaluru Police, Maharashtra Task Force Seize Mephedrone Worth 1.2 Cr
The seizure was made with the support of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)
