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Watch | Every IPL winner since inception: 20082024

The Indian Premier League (IPL) will get a new champion on Tuesday (June 3, 2025) in Ahmedabads Narendra Modi Stadium after the much-awaitedfinal between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Neither team has ever won the IPL.

The Hindu 29 Jul 2026 12:00 pm

Why Bengaluru Restaurants Plan To Boycott Swiggy From August 15

After generating business worth Rs 1 lakh, restaurants allege that they are left with only around Rs 40,000 due to Swiggy's commissions, discounts, and other deductions.

NDTV 29 Jul 2026 10:15 am

Housing sales value rises 11% in H1; Bengaluru leads, NCR lags: Report

Housing sales value increased five percent year-on-year in June 2026. Bengaluru saw strong demand growth, while NCR experienced a sales value drop. Supply metrics showed moderation with fewer launches by value. Inventory levels remained stable nationwide, with Pune holding the leanest position. Developers should focus on mid-income segments to sustain sales momentum.

The Economic Times 29 Jul 2026 10:06 am

Who Is Saransh Jain? The 33-Year-Old Spinner Who Earned India Test Call-Up

Saransh Jain' s maiden Test call-up for India's upcoming two-match series in Sri Lanka may have surprised many, but not those who have closely followed the 33-year-old off-spinner's journey from Indore. For coaches, teammates and domestic cricket observers, his selection is the culmination of years of perseverance, consistent performances and a relentless commitment to perfecting his craft in red-ball cricket. Jain, who bats left-handed and has been a regular in India A team, has made 2223 runs and picked 188 wickets in 54 first-class outings. Having debuted in the Ranji Trophy back in 2014, he spent years on the periphery before having a breakthrough time in 2022, bagging 13 wickets and hitting a crucial knockout fifty to drive Madhya Pradesh to a historic maiden title. But it was the 2025/26 season that truly kicked the door down: 518 runs at 57.55 alongside 30 wickets at 20.43, hot on the heels of a Player-of-the-Series run for Central Zone (16 wickets and two fifties in just two Duleep Trophy matches). He was a net bowler when India faced Afghanistan in New Chandigarh; now, he got his way into the Indian Test squad. For former BCCI secretary and national selector Sanjay Jagdale, the news brought unreserved delight for a player he calls a very low-profile and very hard-working boy. He has been a very consistent performer for MP - constantly improving, working very hard on his fitness and other things also. He literally forced his entry into the Indian team, although it is a bit late. But even then, he has been very consistent. It is not one or two seasons - if you look back, every year after year, he has been very consistent with both bat and ball, he told IANS. Jagdale recalled even at the junior level, Jains heart was in excelling in the longer format. As I said earlier, he kept on improving. The best thing is, he was not targeting white-ball only, although he is good at both things. But he is a very good red-ball player and there is no doubt about it - both with ball and bat. Jagdale added Jain can bowl on any type of wicket and expects him to settle down quickly in the Test team. Very accurate, very terrific self-belief and he has a lot of variations. He has constantly improved a lot as a bowler. He reads the situation very well and adapts according to it quickly, and that is his strength. Sunil Dholpure, MP men's Under-19 head coach, grew up with Jain at Vijay Club in Indore, where his father, Subodh Jain, who himself played for Madhya Pradesh as an off-spinner, coached them. The club is on the verge of having its second player to play Tests for India after Rajat Patidar featured in the home series against England in 2024. Apart from Subodh, coaches Sunil Dholpure and Amal Kokje, who played for India U17 and U19 teams, gave all trainees guidelines to succeed in the game. His father gets more credit for what he has done for Saransh. He didn't pay much attention to Saransh because his focus was on his elder brother, Sunny, who later left the sport for studies. Saransh was chulbula (cheerful) and thoda masti (a bit of fun) type. He didn't pay much attention and wasn't sincere initially. But there was a different thing about him - as he grew up, he became sincere. He started paying attention to cricket and became a good all-rounder, he said to IANS. Subodhs sacrifices behind that transformation were significant too. When his father started coaching, the club rose to be at the top of the Indore division. We worked so hard to get there. His father had a car and he would drive both boys to the club. He received a lot of notices from the job he had in the bank, but he was so interested in cricket that he used to coach us instead of going to work. When space at the ground wasn't enough, Subodh converted their rooftop at home into a mini ground. To give Saransh more practice time, he constructed a pitch on his rooftop at home. He had a jaali covering the roof and Saransh used to practice on it. As a young boy, he was very fond of cricket. So his father used to cover the roof with a net and Saransh used to do a lot of batting and bowling there. He used to do a lot of individual work. He used to come to the ground less, but would do regular practice at the rooftop nets. Dholpure also singled out current MP head coach Chandrakant Pandit's role in Jain's rise from 2022. Since the time he has come here, hes been honest, exhibited a long-term vision and very transparent in knowing that this player can do well. I feel Saransh didn't get so many chances that he has got now and under Chandrakant Pandit sir, he played so many games that I feel he also deserves some credit in getting him into the Test team. Given Sri Lanka's left-handed heavy batting order, Dholpure, who made Jain the captain of Jabalpur Lions franchise when they won the MPL T20 league for the first time, backed him to make an immediate impact if picked for the first Test starting on August 15. I feel that 99 percent Saransh will play well on his debut. There is no off-break bowler who can bowl like him right now in red-ball cricket. There isn't any step in cricket where Saransh hasn't come on top of it or struggled to get out of it. Whether it is local cricket, division cricket, district cricket, U19, U23, India A and Ranji Trophy, Saransh has gone through all of it. Hes down to earth and has worked hard from the bottom to rise to the top of the table. When Pandit, the former India wicketkeeper-batter, joined the MP set-up in 2020, he found Jain in and out of the playing eleven. Its evident from him playing only eight Ranji Trophy games from 2014 to 2019, with fellow off-spin bowling all-rounder Jalaj Saxena being the lead spinner. I thought that he's got some different ability as a genuine off-spinner who can bat, Pandit said to IANS, adding that backing that judgment meant dropping a more experienced bowler a little harsh call - to make room for him. What impressed Pandit was not just skill, but curiosity. He's a very good student of the game and the reason behind it is I have always seen him during the games, he wants to know why this field setting has been done. He will try and find out from me. Early on, Jain confided in Pandit about his own anxieties on his place in the side. He obviously said to me, 'Sir, I've not been getting enough opportunities and I'm not so confident because I don't know what next game I'm going to play or not.' So, obviously that security, I had to give him. That security led to one of Jain's more unusual trademarks - bowling round the wicket from his very first ball, something Pandit suggested and he initially resisted. With the high-arm action, he has a very good rotation on the ball. So, with that rotation, the ball gets drifted away from the batters. Also, it dips down in front of the batters and I remember after seeing this kind of his skill, I suggested that he bowl from round the wicket. He said, 'If I bowl from round the wicket, I will not get lbw.' I reply, 'That is not the only way for getting a wicket. You can get the batsman out via caught behind, bowled, lbw, or caught at short leg, silly point and slip. Now, today, if you see, most of the off-spinners try to imitate him in coming round the wicket. The drift he gets is because he's got a good rotation on the ball and is not a flat trajectory bowler - he likes to give air to the ball. Pandit was also unwilling to box Jain in as a bowler who can only be good in dismissing left-handed batters. I'm sure that not only left-hander, but he can bowl well against right-handers as well. He's got a good outgoing ball as well and that helps in getting the best out of him. He told me two years back that, I would not like to be a net bowler for anyone in the IPL. He added that I want to be a part of the Indian Test team. So, that made me very happy when that day he told me this. To play in a red-ball game, it's entirely a different kind of satisfaction because that is why you find players who have hardly played 100 Test matches. Pandit also revealed Jain called him around 10 or 10:30 am, after he was named in the Test squad. I don't want to take credit away from him. It is our duty as a coach to guide him. To get that acceptance level for what he has, is the best part for me. He always communicates with me, whether it is off-season, domestic season going on or even when hes at the CoE. His relation with me is more than a player-coach relationship - it's something else and that maybe is probably due to the kind of confidence and security he got from me. I gave a simple suggestion to him - to carry on what hes been doing in domestic cricket. Like, The way you've been bowling, rather than thinking that you're representing India and probably playing against any other country, focus on your own skills that you have developed. Jain's selection is also down to circumstances too - Washington Sundar's hamstring injury ruled him out of the first Test, and Sri Lanka's left-hand-heavy top order made a specialist offspinner an attractive option. Jain had shown glimpses of what he can do earlier this month when he hit an unbeaten 70 and took six wickets in the second four-day game against Sri Lanka A in Galle, the venue for the opening Test. India are expected to field three spinners on spin-friendly Sri Lankan pitches, with Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav all but certain to start, leaving Jain to compete with Manav Suthar, who was impressive on his debut against Afghanistan, for the final spot. Should he take the field in Galle, Jain, who doesnt have an IPL contract, will become the first Indian to debut in Tests past the age of 33 since Robin Singh in 1998. He also attended a five-day camp conducted by former India offspinner Harbhajan Singh at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru earlier this year, which also sharpened his red-ball skillsets. India are expected to field three spinners on spin-friendly Sri Lankan pitches, with Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav all but certain to start, leaving Jain to compete with Manav Suthar, who was impressive on his debut against Afghanistan, for the final spot. Also Read: Live Cricket Score For everyone who watched Jain go through the grind of playing division games, bowling relentlessly on the roof-top, being in a dressing room where he once wasn't sure of his place, and showing up when it mattered the most - it is a line that could just as easily have come from the man himself. Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 29 Jul 2026 9:43 am

He studied mechanical engineering, worked at Toyota and Volvo, then built a solution transforming farmers lives forever

Anoop Srikantaswamy left a successful automotive career at Toyota, Volvo, Accenture and Ola to build electric tractors for Indian farmers. As the founder of Bengaluru-based Moonrider, he is developing battery-powered agricultural vehicles designed for Indias farming needs. With advanced technology, investor backing and thousands of planned deliveries, Moonrider aims to reduce diesel dependence and transform agricultural mechanisation. His journey highlights how engineering expertise can drive impactful innovation beyond conventional industries.

The Times of India 29 Jul 2026 9:32 am

Karnataka and Tamil Nadu Set for High-Level Meeting on Cauvery Water Dispute

Bengaluru, July 29: Senior sources have confirmed that preparations are underway for a high-level bilateral meeting between the Karnataka and Tamil Nadu governments regarding the Cauvery water dispute. This meeting is scheduled for August 3 at 2 PM at the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. However, no official statement has been issued yet. The meeting will ... Read more Karnataka and Tamil Nadu Set for High-Level Meeting on Cauvery Water Dispute

Morningstar 29 Jul 2026 2:05 am

Panel directs K'taka to release 4tmcft to TN over 15 days

Ktaka Argues Just 4tmcft In KRS, May File Appeal; Obey Formula, Says TN

The Times of India 29 Jul 2026 1:41 am

Bengaluru is part of Mercedes-Benzs 140-year global anniversary tour

The German luxury automotive brand marked its transcontinental tour, which will touch 140 places across 23 countries and five continents, with celebrations across its Bengaluru campuses

The Hindu 29 Jul 2026 12:58 am

Karnataka High Court Criticizes Police Action Against Informant on Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants

Bengaluru, July 29: The Karnataka High Court expressed strong discontent with the state police on Tuesday. This criticism arose after the police filed a First Information Report (FIR) against an individual who reported the presence of alleged illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. The court questioned how criminal proceedings could commence without verifying the informants status and directed ... Read more Karnataka High Court Criticizes Police Action Against Informant on Illegal Bangladeshi Immigrants

Morningstar 29 Jul 2026 12:49 am

Watch your daughter die: Karnataka man held for filming wifes suicide, sends clip to parents

A husband was arrested in Bagalkot for allegedly filming his wife's suicide. The deceased, Bhagyashree Jigallur, was reportedly gasping for help during a video call. Her parents claim the husband assaulted her before the incident occurred. The couple had marital disputes and the husband suspected his wife of having an affair. Police are investigating the case involving the couple married for six years.

The Times of India 29 Jul 2026 12:07 am

Karnataka to bank on student social media warriors to combat drug abuse

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Directs Colleges To Be Active On Social Media

The Times of India 29 Jul 2026 12:04 am

Rant and Roast: Dear waiters, I'm right here

The Times of India 29 Jul 2026 12:00 am

HMWSSB Joint MD Visits Bengaluru Water Board to Study Treated Wastewater Reuse

He reviewed the functioning of the Kadubeesanahalli sewage treatment plant (STP) and the treated wastewater reuse project.

Deccan Chronicle 28 Jul 2026 11:52 pm

'What your price, will give Rs 10,000': Bengaluru woman records harasser

A Bengaluru woman bravely confronted a fruit seller who allegedly harassed her early Monday. She recorded the entire incident on her mobile phone, capturing his offensive remarks. After the video went viral on social media, police were alerted to the situation. Authorities arrested the accused fruit seller based on the woman's complaint. The incident highlights a woman's courage in reporting harassment.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 11:50 pm

Happiest Minds Q1 YoY revenue up 2.9% to $66.2 mn

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 11:39 pm

97 & running: No finish line for Bengalurus marathon grandpa

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 11:35 pm

Radico Khaitan revenue up 10% to Rs 5,869 crore

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 11:22 pm

Karnataka Government Assigns CID to Investigate KPPSC Exam Irregularities

Bengaluru, July 28: The Karnataka government has handed over the investigation of two cases related to alleged irregularities in the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPPSC) exams and recruitment process to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Home Minister Priyank Kharge made this announcement on Tuesday. The cases, registered under Section 10 of the Karnataka Public Examination ... Read more Karnataka Government Assigns CID to Investigate KPPSC Exam Irregularities

Morningstar 28 Jul 2026 11:14 pm

Karnataka HC closes plea seeking extension of SIR

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday closed a Public Interest Litigation seeking an extension of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, holding that the Election Commission is best placed to deal with issues arising during the revision process and that similar questions are already pending before the Supreme Court. The PIL was 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 .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 11:04 pm

Cursor launches India-only plan at Rs 649 a month

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 10:56 pm

Vijays proposed visit to Bengaluru kindles public curiosity about similar missions in the mid-1980s

In January and February 1986 and 1987, Chief MinisterM.G.Ramachandran despatched his Ministers to Bengaluru to meet their counterparts and Karnataka Chief MinisterRamakrishnaHegdeand persuade them to release water for saving the paddy crop raised during the long-termsambacultivation season

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 10:23 pm

It's A Failure: Bengaluru Woman Fixes Pothole, Video Sparks Outrage

While many praised her initiative, others pointed out that using improper materials can actually make the road even more hazardous for commuters.

NDTV 28 Jul 2026 10:22 pm

Canine cop solves murder case in Karnataka

Police Dogs Instinct Turns Murder Probe Around

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 10:14 pm

Why a 27-year-old woman chose Bengaluru over Pune: Prioritising career opportunities, creative growth, and a step towards independent living

A 27-year-old woman chose Bengaluru for a new job and personal growth. She sought career advancement and more opportunities as a content creator. Bengaluru offers a vast tech ecosystem and networking possibilities for professionals. The move also represents her desire for independent living and stepping out of her comfort zone. This decision marks a significant personal step towards self-discovery and new experiences.

The Economic Times 28 Jul 2026 10:13 pm

Debris, C&D and inert waste to be cleared off streets as part of Freedom from Waste drive from August 1

Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd. has developed a dedicated app Clearit for the purpose

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 8:09 pm

Karnataka High Court declines to entertain petition seeking extension of SIR timeline

The ECI is tasked with the conduct of SIR and it is a specialised body and we find no reasons to proceed on the basis that the ECI would not be able to address procedural issues, says court

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 8:06 pm

Coforge Q1 revenue up 33.3% to $592 million

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 7:57 pm

Three get life for murder of 80-year-old woman

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 7:56 pm

Ashoka slams Karnatakagovt over Cauverywater release toTN

Bengaluru: Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka on Tuesday, July 28, criticised the Karnataka government over the Cauvery Water Regulation Committees directive to release 3,500 cusecs of water to Tamil Nadu, terming it a complete failure of the state administration. He demanded that the government immediately convene an all-party meeting to formulate the states legal 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 .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 7:50 pm

Air India Express waives cargo charges for Assam flood relief material

Air India Express has waived cargo charges for transporting humanitarian relief material to flood-hit Assam. Registered NGOs and recognised relief organisations can send essential supplies, including food, medicines and hygiene kits, free of cost on flights to Guwahati from Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata

Mid Day 28 Jul 2026 7:50 pm

AIADMK chief slams Union ministers response on Mekedatu dam row

Chennai: AIADMK Chief Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday slammed Union Minister of State Raj Bhushan Chowdharys reply in the Parliament on a dam proposed by the Karnataka government across the Cauvery at Mekedatu, saying that the reply misinterpreted the Supreme Courts verdict. Expressing deep shock over the statement, the AIADMK general secretary said in a 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 .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 6:39 pm

What is your rate? Fruit vendor held for harassing Bengaluru woman

Bengaluru: Bengaluru police have arrested a 42-year-old fruit vendor accused of sexually harassing a woman waiting for a cab. The accused, Vijay Raghav from NRI Layout, was arrested by the Ramamurthy Nagar police following a video that went viral on social media, triggering widespread outrage. A man on a scooter sexually harassed a woman waiting 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 .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 6:35 pm

7 beautiful places near Bengaluru to visit during monsoon

Bengaluru gets all the traffic and none of the scenery during monsoon. But drive two to five hours in almost any direction and everything changes. Waterfalls thunder, coffee estates turn impossibly green, and misty hilltops look like something out of a film. Here are seven destinations worth every kilometre.

The Economic Times 28 Jul 2026 5:56 pm

One year, 100 walks: Cubbon Walks inspires citizens to engage with Bengalurus diverse flora and fauna

The walks takes place every Saturday and Sunday from7.30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and aim to educate participants on the flora and fauna in the park.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 5:55 pm

Cauvery Water Dispute: CWRC Directs Karnataka to Release Water to Tamil Nadu

Bengaluru, July 28: Karnatakas Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy announced on Tuesday that the Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) has instructed the state to release 3,500 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for the next 15 days. The final decision will be made after discussions with Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Speaking to reporters in ... Read more Cauvery Water Dispute: CWRC Directs Karnataka to Release Water to Tamil Nadu

Morningstar 28 Jul 2026 5:20 pm

Bengaluru: Minister Gowda orders removal of Bescom obstructions on footpaths under 'Freedom from Waste' drive

Prompted by safety concerns, Bengaluru's minister has instructed Bescom to eliminate footpath hazards by August 1. The directive includes the removal of damaged poles and dangling wires that endanger pedestrians. Moreover, transformers infringing on pathways will be shifted to safer locations. Apartment complexes are required to transfer these transformers onto their property. This action is part of the citys initiative known as 'Freedom from Waste'.

The Economic Times 28 Jul 2026 5:19 pm

CrisprBits is using CRISPR to build faster tests for drug-resistant infections

The Bengaluru-based company has built three CRISPR platforms covering molecular diagnostics, gene editing and disease modelling, and is commercialising the diagnostics one first.

Your Story 28 Jul 2026 5:08 pm

Decode Age sells gut microbiome tests and supplements built around the biology of ageing

The Bengaluru-based company runs a sequencing laboratory that maps the gut microbiome, and sells a range of supplements aimed at pathways associated with ageing.

Your Story 28 Jul 2026 5:07 pm

Karnataka man arrested for killing wife over suspected affair, filming, sharing videos of her final moments

A husband was arrested in Bagalkot for allegedly killing his wife. He reportedly recorded a video of her hanging and shared it with family. The woman was found dead at their home on Monday evening. Police registered a murder case based on the father's complaint. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact sequence of events.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 3:41 pm

Flipkart's supply chain arm Ekart opens logistics network to external brands

Under the new franchise model, Ekart has operationalised over 300 outlets across Surat, Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru.

Your Story 28 Jul 2026 3:34 pm

Space tech funding in India on the rise, Bengaluru tops the chart: Report

Bengaluru continues to be the ecosystem leader with $495 million raised across 106 rounds so far. This accounts for 57% of total sector funding.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 3:17 pm

Bengaluru-based folk singer Aabha Hanjura releases new song with Manganiyar ensemble, The Khan Brothers

The artistes new song O Ri Sakhi is inspired by the Kashmiri Chakri style folk music and Rajasthani wedding festivities.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 2:49 pm

Prank, fake calls to Bengalurus Namma 112 helpline: A recurring challenge for police control room operators and Hoysala teams

The situation has become a major challenge for women operators working at the 112 command centre, who are specifically targetted by many nuisance callers.

The Hindu 28 Jul 2026 1:40 pm

The Harbhajan Singh hand behind Saransh Jain's India breakthrough

At 33, with a wealth of domestic cricket experience behind him, Madhya Pradesh off-spinner Saransh Jain on Tuesday earned his maiden India call-up. Jain impressed former India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh during a five-day camp at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru, where he caught the legend's eye. Four months later, the off-spinner will board a flight to Sri Lanka for the two-match Test series, starting on August 15 in Galle.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 1:31 pm

Man arrested for sexually harassing woman in Bengaluru

Bengaluru: A man has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a woman while she was waiting for her cab by the roadside here, police said on Tuesday, July 28. The accused has been identified as Vijay Ragav (42), a fruit vendor and a resident of NRI Layout in Ramamurthy Nagar, they said. An FIR has 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 .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 12:57 pm

Woman alleges harassment while waiting for cab in Bengaluru

A woman has alleged that she was sexually harassed while waiting for a cab in Bengaluru's Ramamurthy Nagar after a scooter rider allegedly made obscene remarks and intimidated her. She shared a video of the incident on social media, prompting Bengaluru Police to begin an investigation and verify the vehicle details.

Mid Day 28 Jul 2026 11:13 am

Millennium Semiconductors, Mouser, RayQ plan India expansion amid electronics boom

Global logistics shifts and growing Indian demand are driving expansion for electronics warehousing firms. Millennium Semiconductors plans a large component hub in Bengaluru with government support. RayQ TTI is establishing a Pune facility to shorten delivery times for key sectors. Mouser Electronics is also actively searching for land to build its first Indian warehouse. These specialized facilities will enhance local manufacturing and reduce import dependencies for companies.

The Economic Times 28 Jul 2026 11:06 am

Nandan Nilekani's 'Billionaire's Street' home in Bengaluru is an informal high-profile meeting venue: A look inside his abode

Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed Nandan Nilekani to lead a new task force. This panel will recommend changes for India's examination system. The task force aims to ensure fair conduct of future national exams. Nilekani, a prominent tech leader, will guide the structural and technology-based reforms. This initiative follows recent student protests and paper leak concerns.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 10:36 am

FIR over pro-Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam posters triggers row

Bengaluru: The registration of an FIR against a young woman for allegedly displaying posters supporting 2020 northeast Delhi riots accused Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam during a NEET protest at Bengalurus Freedom Park has snowballed into a political controversy, with the BJP demanding stringent action while Congress leaders have called for a fair investigation before 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 .

The Siasat Daily 28 Jul 2026 9:49 am

'What's your rate?': Bengaluru woman alleges harassment while waiting for cab; accused arrested

A woman has alleged she was sexually harassed while waiting for a cab in Bengalurus Ramamurthy Nagar after a scooter rider allegedly made obscene remarks and intimidated her. She shared a video and the vehicles registration number on social media. Bengaluru Police are verifying the complaint and investigating the incident.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 9:17 am

Missing safety shield: Bengaluru Metro death revives demand for platform doors

Namma Metro services on the Yellow Line were disrupted for over two hours after a passenger died by suicide at Huskur station, while the incident revived commuters long-standing demand for platform screen doors. BMRCL currently has no immediate plans to install the doors across its operational network but has proposed them for 177 stations under the proposed Hebbal-Sarjapur Metro line.

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 8:54 am

Farmers along BengaluruRamanagara border fear land acquisition, claim second airport site finalised - Deccan Herald

Farmers along BengaluruRamanagara border fear land acquisition, claim second airport site finalised Deccan Herald

Google News 28 Jul 2026 3:40 am

Suicide on Yellow Line disrupts Metro for over 2 hrs

The Times of India 28 Jul 2026 1:24 am

Parliament told Karnataka no need for Tamil Nadus nod for Mekedatu

New Delhi: The Centre has stated that Karnataka is not legally required to obtain Tamil Nadus consent for the proposed Mekedatu project, clarifying that the Supreme Courts 2018 Cauvery verdict does not prescribe such a condition. The clarification was given by Union Minister of State for Jal Shakti Raj Bhushan Choudhary in a written reply 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 .

The Siasat Daily 27 Jul 2026 11:40 pm

The monsoon sunburn you never saw coming in Bengaluru

July is UV Awareness Month

The Times of India 27 Jul 2026 11:36 pm

Bengaluru cops recover over 1,100 missing mobile phones

The Times of India 27 Jul 2026 11:24 pm

Heavy rains across Karnataka till July 30, Orange alert issued

Bengaluru: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre (KSNDMC) have forecast widespread rainfall across Karnataka until the end of July, with heavy showers expected in several districts. While an orange alert has been issued for the coastal region until July 30, parts of south interior Karnataka are expected to 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 .

The Siasat Daily 27 Jul 2026 11:12 pm

'Jobs sold for money': BJP's R Ashoka alleges Rs 800 crore Karnataka Public Service Commission recruitment scam

BJP MLA R Ashoka has alleged widespread corruption in Karnataka Public Service Commission recruitments. He claims government jobs are being sold for significant sums of money. Meritorious students are reportedly failing to secure ranks while others with lower scores are selected. Ashoka plans to meet the KPSC chairman demanding a departmental inquiry into these allegations. He also criticized the Congress party for its silence on this Karnataka scandal.

The Times of India 27 Jul 2026 11:08 pm

No proposal received yet from Karnataka government for second airport site: MoCA

The Airports Authority of India has conducted pre-feasibility studies of three sites for the development of a second airport in Bengaluru, on the request of the State government.

The Hindu 27 Jul 2026 11:07 pm

Bandipur safari fare hike sparks backlash from wildlife enthusiasts

Chamarajanagar: The Karnataka Forest Departments decision to sharply increase safari charges at the Bandipur Tiger Reserve from September 1 has triggered strong opposition not only from farmers and Kannada groups but also from wildlife enthusiasts, conservationists and nature photographers, who say the hike will make one of Indias most celebrated tiger reserves inaccessible to ordinary 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 .

The Siasat Daily 27 Jul 2026 11:04 pm

Passenger dies after jumping in front of Bengaluru metro train at Huskur Road Station; Yellow Line services hit for two hours

According to the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), the incident occurred at around 5.50 p.m. on a platform at Huskur Road Metro Station.

The Hindu 27 Jul 2026 11:02 pm

Man jumps before Bengaluru metro train, services disrupted

Bengaluru: A 35-year-old man died after allegedly jumping onto the tracks in front of a Namma Metro train at Huskur Metro Station on the RV RoadBommasandra Yellow Line on Monday evening, disrupting services on a section of the newly opened corridor. According to Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL), the incident occurred at around 5.50 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 .

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