Why People Queue Overnight For iPhone 18 Pro Despite Fast Home Delivery
The iPhone 18 Pro can be ordered online and delivered to a customers doorstep within minutes in some locations. Yet, on launch day, people still chose to spend the night outside Apple Stores in cities such as Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi. For some buyers, the wait is not simply about securing a phone. It has [] The post Why People Queue Overnight For iPhone 18 Pro Despite Fast Home Delivery appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Hundreds of Bengaluru students face trouble as traffic delays school buses during exams
Schoolchildren travelling through Bengalurus Varthur-Gunjur corridor faced severe traffic delays on Thursday, with one 4-km journey taking 2.5 hours. Parents said school buses were delayed and students reached mid-term examinations anxious, while evening journeys took even longer. Residents blamed bottlenecks, damaged roads, heavy vehicles and poor traffic management, with some parents abandoning school buses for two-wheelers.
13-year-old boy abducted, murdered by neighbour in bid to repay education loan in Bengaluru
The crime came to light after the car of the accused was involved in an accident
India attracts more than 100 global capability centres in just 8 months of 2026
Hyderabad has emerged as the most attractive destination with 40 GCCs being set up in the city this year, followed by Bengaluru with 30, and Pune with 18
Buyers Queue Up as iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max Sale Begins in India
Apples iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale across India on Friday, drawing eager customers to Apple Stores in Noida, Bengaluru and Maharashtra as buyers lined up to get their hands on the latest devices
BMTC workers oppose private drivers for 4,500 new e-buses
Bengaluru: The Karnataka governments approval for 4,500 new electric buses for BMTC under the Centres PM E-DRIVE scheme has opened a fresh dispute over who should operate the vehicles, with the transport employees federation warning of a large-scale agitation if private drivers are brought in. The employees body has urged the state and Union governments 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 woman told Bengaluru police that the abductors were sent by her mother-in-law, based in Rajasthan, as families of the couple were opposed to their marriage
13-year-old boy kidnapped and killed in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: A 13-year-old boy was allegedly kidnapped and killed by his neighbour in Yelahanka, with the accused later caught after his car was involved in a series of accidents on the night of Wednesday, September 16. Police found the boys body inside the vehicle and arrested the accused, identified as Bhaskar Reddy. The deceased, Prajwal, 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 .
iPhone 18 craze arrives in India: Buyers queue up at Apple stores
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max go on sale starting at 1.65 lakh, with buyers arriving hours early at Apple stores in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Noida
iPhone 18 Pro mania: Fans queue up early as new iPhones go on sale in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max go on sale in India as Apple Stores see rush
Huge crowds also gathered outside the store at Jio World Drive in Mumbai, while customers queued up outside the Apple Store in Bengaluru to purchase the newly launched iPhones
On Camera, GST Officer Caught Taking Rs 8 Lakh Bribe In Bengaluru
After receiving the complaint, Bengaluru City Lokayukta officials laid a trap and allegedly caught Singh while accepting the money through a mediator.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 18 (IANS) Long queues and enthusiastic customers marked the first sale of Apple's iPhone 18 series in India on Friday with buyers turning up early at Apple stores in the national capital, Maharashtra and Karnataka to get their hands on the latest series. Sales of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max began at 8 am with a large number of customers arriving at Apple stores, including the outlets at Mumbai's BKC and Delhi's Select Citywalk. Speaking to IANS, excited buyers said they had pre-booked the devices and arrived at the stores according to their allotted slots. I have already booked online. We have a 9 am slot and have booked two phones, a customer waiting outside an Apple store told IANS. At a Delhi store, one customer said he was buying the iPhone 18 Pro and had been using Apple's smartphones for years. I am very excited and am buying the iPhone 18 Pro. I buy a new iPhone every year. I have been using iPhones since 2009, starting with the iPhone 4, and have used all the variants so far, he said. Another Delhi customer said he was buying the iPhone 18 Pro Max 512 GB for his daughter, who was unaware of the purchase. I have been using iPhones since 2008, starting with the iPhone 3G. This will be her first iPhone, and she is very excited. She does not know that I am buying it for her, so I think she will be surprised, he said. The first sale also drew buyers who travelled long distances to Mumbai. One customer said he travelled from Gujarat and reached the store at around 6 am after visiting Lalbaugcha Raja. I have booked the iPhone 18 Pro. It costs around Rs 1.64 lakh, he said, while highlighting features including a new camera shutter, a smaller Dynamic Island and the A20 processor. He also mentioned the new Cherry Red colour. Another buyer travelled from Surat and purchased both the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max. I have come all the way from Surat. I bought both the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. My travel took around five to six hours. After reaching here, I waited for another six hours and spent around two and a half hours in the queue, he said. For the buyer, the first-day purchase was as much about the experience as the device itself. I have been emotionally connected with the iPhone for a long time. All iPhone users know that whether there is something new in the phone or not, getting the new phone on the first day matters, he said. I am very happy, absolutely happy, and 100 per cent satisfied. I have been waiting since 10 pm, he added. Moreover, actor Vicky Kaushal was also at the Apple Store in BKC as sales of the iPhone 18 series began in India. Similarly, in Bengaluru, customers also arrived early for the first sale. One Bengaluru buyer, who had been waiting since around 5:30 am, said improvements to the camera and AI features were among the reasons for his excitement. The camera quality is better... The AI feature is also new, and Siri is also better this time. So, I'm eagerly waiting to use it, he said. However, ahead of the opening of stores, long queues were also seen outside Apple's Select Citywalk store in Saket. One customer waiting to purchase the device said he needed several phones and had pre-ordered the iPhone 18 Pro Max. I need to buy 5-7 phones. I have come here to purchase the iPhone 18 Pro Max that I pre-ordered, he said. Another buyer from Karnataka said he reached the store around 6 am and was excited to discover that he was the first customer to open the new phone. I don't upgrade every year. I upgrade only when I feel it's worth it. I was using the iPhone 11, then the 13. Now I thought, after five years, it's definitely worth the upgrade, the customer said.
Bengaluru entrepreneur Ritish Reddy said his daughter was stuck in traffic for two hours on Varthur Road on September 17. The Zluri CEO shared a video showing a lengthy traffic jam in the Varthur-Gunjur area and said children regularly face lengthy commutes on the stretch. Other parents and residents also raised concerns about road conditions, potholes, infrastructure work and traffic
Tenthpin Launches AI, IoMT-based Centre for Life Sciences Innovation Hub in Bengaluru
Tenthpin Launches AI, IoMT-based Centre for Life Sciences Innovation Hub in Bengaluru
WATCH: iPhone 18 Pro fever grips India amid 5 am queues, first buys and a 10-hour wait
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max officially went on sale across India on Friday. Eager customers lined up at Apple Stores in Noida, Bengaluru, and Maharashtra for the latest devices. Some buyers arrived early, with one customer waiting since 5 AM to purchase the new phone.
Hardik Yet To Be Ready To Bowl 10 Overs In ODIs, Wont Be Rushed Back: Gambhir
Nitish Kumar Reddy: Ace seam-bowling all-rounder Hardik Pandya is not yet fit enough to bowl his full quota of 10 overs in ODIs and will not be hurried back into international cricket, said India head coach Gautam Gambhir. Pandya hasnt played competitive cricket since IPL 2026 due to rehabbing from a back injury picked while leading Mumbai Indians. A quadriceps injury and a leg niggle meant Pandya wasnt picked for the white-ball games against Afghanistan, Ireland, England, Zimbabwe. Though Pandya was a notable absence in 3-0 T20I series win over Afghanistan and in the upcoming white-ball series against the West Indies, he has been named in the India A squad for the 50-over series against Australia A, although his final inclusion is subject to fitness clearance from the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. With Hardik still unavailable, India chose to withdraw seam-bowling all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy from the Asian Games in Japan and slotted him into the white-ball games against the West Indies, starting with the three-match ODI series in Thiruvananthapuram on September 27. First of all, from Nitish's point of view, it's actually a great thing that he's been withdrawn from a T20 format and he'll get game time against the West Indies as well. We know how important seam bowling all-rounders will be probably in a year's time when we go to South Africa and Namibia. Once Hardik comes back, obviously it's going to be good. Sometimes we could even go on to play both of them in the playing 11. But again, Hardik at the moment, yes, he cannot bowl 10 overs and he hasn't played a lot of cricket since the IPL. So we don't want to push him into international cricket because international cricket can be extremely tough on your body as well. So if he plays those, that India A series, obviously he'll get some game time as well and that was the clear message to him that if he can play that A series and then if everything goes well, he can come back and be part of the T20s and the one-day squad as well. In the meantime, Nitish will get more game time as well because he hasn't played enough cricket since the IPL either,. Gambhir said in the post-match press conference after India wrapped up the 3-0 series win over Afghanistan with a thumping 127-run win at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Reddy, who himself missed trips to Ireland, United Kingdom and Zimbabwe due to a quadriceps strain, took consecutive three-fors against Afghanistan after a shaky start to the series, where he gave away 30 runs and missed his lengths. Gambhir added that his bowling returns had been one of the biggest gains from the series. It's been a huge plus for us because we want to expose him to most of the international games because we know how important he is - whether it's in 50-over format or going forward in T20s as well because there are not many going around guys who can bowl and who can bat at the middle order. So it's a massive positive that the way he's bowled in this series. Obviously, he didn't start off that well in the first game, but then we always know that the more you bowl in international cricket, the more he's going to get better and that's what he should. So I think it's good that we got Nitish now from the Asian Games so that now he can, and you could see, the more he bowls, the better he becomes and we have, when you can develop a couple of seam bowling all-rounders, it will always be handy in a year's time, he added. Gambhir also admitted that majority of players missing ODIs against the West Indies to play in the Asian Games wasnt an ideal scenario to prepare for the 2027 World Cup, though he also saw it as a chance for newbies Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi to showcase their mettle in 50-over cricket. Look, it's not ideal. Obviously, we know that it's not ideal when we are preparing for a World Cup, which is in a years time. But again, the Asian Games squad was selected long back. Sometimes it's difficult for the selectors when they have to put the best squad in place. So, we always knew that if the best team goes to the best, the front-line players go to the Asian Games. Obviously, we will probably have to compromise a bit in this one-day series against the West Indies. But again, it gives other people the opportunity as well. Obviously, in a series like this, we've got young guys like Naman Dhir and Auqib Nabi getting those opportunities in this squad. So, they can also show what they bring in white ball format. Obviously, the bigger the pool, the better it is for us when we have this opportunity in the next three one-day games. Normally, when you have all the players available, sometimes players might not get that opportunity. But now, with people like Vipraj (Nigam, going to the Asian Games), Naman and Auqib, these guys will get their opportunity. So, from one end, it's good. But on the other side, obviously, you want the best players. The head coach signed off by admitting that players not being able to play an entire series due to varied injuries hasnt been ideal for him and ODI skipper Shubman Gill. Obviously, the bigger the pool, the better it is for us when we have this opportunity in the next three one-day games. Normally, when you have all the players available, sometimes players might not get that opportunity. But now, with people like Vipraj (Nigam, going to the Asian Games), Naman and Auqib, these guys will get their opportunity. So, from one end, it's good. But on the other side, obviously, you want the best players. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories More importantly, it's not fair on a young captain as well if he doesn't get the best team, playing consistently and regularly and not being on the path consistently. That's why I have to be dead honest. Yes, as a coach, I can take all the criticisms, but for me, I think it is important for Shubman to get the best team and eleven as many times as he can in red ball and in white ball formats as well, he said. Article Source: IANS
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max sale in India triggered long queues outside Apple stores in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Videos and photos of customers waiting from early morning or even overnight quickly became viral, with social media users turning the scenes into memes featuring references from 3 Idiots, Baghban and jokes about inflation, GST and expensive smartphones.
Trapped in traffic: Exam-bound kids take 2.5 hours to cover 4km in Bengaluru
A Reddit user earning Rs 1.2 lakh monthly at 28 said they still feel financially stressed despite their salary rising from Rs 25,000 in 2021. Rent, family support, SIPs and everyday expenses leave only Rs 5,000 to Rs 8,000 by month-end. Reacting to the post, a Bengaluru CA explained that lifestyle inflation can rise alongside income, limiting financial breathing room despite substantial salary growth.
IAF Boosts: HAL Hands Over Tejas Twin-Seater and HTT-40 Trainer Aircraft in Bengaluru
Woman Allegedly Murdered by Husband in Bengaluru Lodging
A woman was reportedly strangled by her husband in a Bengaluru lodging. The suspect has fled the scene, prompting a police investigation. Woman Allegedly Murdered by Husband in Bengaluru Lodging
From New Delhi to Africa: BRICS Declaration and Emerging Architecture of Global South
The New Delhi Declaration issued after the 18th BRICS Summit has set the stage for India to achieve a diplomatic victory in the BRICS format. At the September 12-13, 2026 summit in New Delhi, leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the three pillars of the expanded BRICS grouping: political and security cooperation; economic and financial cooperation; and cultural and people-to-people ties. The core of this statement reaches beyond economic cooperation. It highlights issues like reform of global governance, trade in the Global South, technology, digital public infrastructure, development finance, food and energy security and, as in the G20, the growing role of African countries. While BRICS was initially set up to promote economic cooperation between emerging economies, it is very clear from the New Delhi Declaration that its agenda has grown significantly since then. The declaration underlines in particular the necessity of a more representative and fair international order, the reform of multilateralism and the role of the Global South. It also says that multipolarity allows developing countries to develop their creative potential and participate in a more inclusive global economic system. Such a transition is especially crucial for India, which has always promoted BRICS as a platform for development and reform of global governance, not a military or ideological bloc. The Most Significant Shift in the New Delhi Declaration: An Institutional Agenda for the Global South The declaration puts the Global South not only as a political slogan but as a basis for more effective participation in global governance. It demands reform of the United Nations Security Council and more representation of the developing nations. It also explicitly recognises the aspirations of African countries, with reference to the Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration. India has long wanted a bigger role in the Security Council. The African Union has also made the case for permanent representation for African countries. The New Delhi Declaration weaves both these perspectives into a wider reform agenda for the Global South. It is precisely here that the India-Africa partnership gains new strategic salience within the framework of BRICS. Following the expansion of BRICS, the New Delhi Declaration will strive to engage more actively with developing countries and Emerging Market and Developing Economies (EMDCs) on a more inclusive and developmental partnership. For example, the New Delhi Declaration states its welcome to the increase in the number of ICAO Council seats for under-represented regions such as Africa and the Asia Pacific, and the candidature of Ethiopia. Moreover, the New Delhi Declaration specifies that the agenda of BRICS for Africa is not only about trade and investment but also about global representation and reform, and development-related initiatives. Turning India-Africa Relations on Their Heads at the BRICS Summit India and Africa already cooperate on trade, education, health, agriculture, capacity-building, and development partnerships. The key element of the New Delhi Declaration is that it promotes the opportunity to engage these sectors within the multilateral framework of BRICS. The New Delhi Declaration focuses explicitly on fostering high-value manufacturing, technical cooperation, production capacity, and technology transfer. It suggests that it is time for India-Africa economic engagement to move from rade in goods to a partnership in technology, manufacturing, and value chains. This is critical to African economies as local production capacity, technology transfer, and skill development are the cornerstone of their economic transformation. The New Delhi Declaration emphasises the importance of cooperation in the field of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). It calls upon member nations to collaborate on a BRICS DPI repository and DPI-based pilot projects. The digital infrastructure experience of India, including its digital ID, digital payments, and digital public platforms, will offer enormous opportunities for African nations. However, the goal of India-Africa digital cooperation should not be to simply expand the reach of Indian technology but to build capacities, interoperability, affordability, and local innovation. If this vision becomes a reality, digital cooperation would become the next pillar of engagement between India and Africa. New Delhi Declaration lays particular emphasis on cooperation in the area of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI). It calls for cooperation among member nations on a BRICS DPI repository and DPI-based pilot projects. Indias digital experience in digital identity, digital payments and public digital platforms could offer significant opportunities for African nations. However, the goals of India-Africa digital cooperation should not just be an extension of Indian technology but be grounded in capacity building, interoperability, affordability and local innovation. If it manages to do this, digital cooperation could become the next big pillar of India-Africa relations. New Delhi Declaration has institutionalised health cooperation. It has highlighted initiatives like the BRICS Training Hub Network and Centres of Excellence, including Bengaluru-based NIMHANS, which focuses on mental health collaboration. This is of great significance to African nations. This is because there are significant opportunities to align Indias pharmaceutical and healthcare capabilities with the healthcare infrastructure and human resource needs of African nations. Consequently, the India-Africa health partnership can go beyond generic medicines to include medical education, telemedicine, health technology and capacity building. Discussions in BRICS often revolve around the dollar and alternatives to the currency system. However, it would be wrong to see the New Delhi Declaration solely as a de-dollarisation document. More importantly, it seeks cooperation on cross-border payments, use of local currencies and a more robust financial architecture, enabling BRICS members to adopt alternative methods that cut payment costs and mitigate risks from external financial shocks. This is particularly beneficial for India and Africa, as it opens up possibilities for lowering transaction costs and dealing with currency-related issues in bilateral trade. Ultimately, what the New Delhi Declaration highlights is that BRICS has been able to create a joint document amidst complex international imbalances. So, the success of BRICS beyond 2026 will depend not on the number of declarations made but on their implementation. However, efforts have been made to pave a smoother path ahead for India and Africa; the New Delhi Declaration has outlined at least five key areas of engagement: first, global governance: coordination for greater representation in the UNSC and global financial institutions; second, digital partnership: cooperation on DPI, AI, fintech and digital skills; third, development finance: funding for infrastructure, energy and sustainable development; fourth, technology manufacturing: technology transfer, productive capacity and value-chain integration; and fifth, human development: health, education, skills, youth and women-led entrepreneurship. If there are tangible project-level changes announced in all these areas, the African dimension of BRICS could become even more substantive for Indias relations with Africa. Following significant developments within BRICS, the New Delhi Declaration clarified that the group has not simply created a new geopolitical bloc overnight. The real change is in the fact that BRICS have expanded its scope beyond economic cooperation to include global governance, development, technology, financial resilience and representation for the Global South. For India, this move did not just make Africa a part of the BRICS expansion narrative but created an opportunity to tie up the continent with the agenda of institutional reform in the Global South. If BRICS drives tangible progress for African nations, balancing development finance, technology, energy, health, agriculture and employment with global representation, it could greatly strengthen the blocs impact. The New Delhi Declaration, therefore, is not an end in itself but the beginning of the next phase. The crucial question is not what BRICS has announced but rather how swiftly and effectively the New Delhi Declaration translates into tangible policy outcomes for India, Africa and the wider Global South. (The author is an Assistant Professor, Satyawati College (Evening) & PhD, Department of African Studies, University of Delhi, India)
Ill make you vanish into Pakistan: Bengaluru woman alleges harassment, threats
IIIT-H distances itself from Umar Khalid docu screening
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) flagged the proposed screening of an uncertified documentary on jailed activist Umar Khalid at IIIT-Hyderabad, citing violations of the Cinematograph Act. IIIT-Hyderabad subsequently distanced itself from the event, stating no recognised student bodies had organised it. The screening, titled Prisoner No. 626710 is Present, was reportedly cancelled by students, following a similar postponement at NLSIU Bengaluru due to opposition.
3,756 cases booked against private buses after steep fare plaints in Karnataka
Still in festive mode? 5 Bengaluru pandals to extend the Ganesha celebrations
Double royalty row: Stone quarries, crushers, M-Sand units to shut from today
Half of east Bengaluru PGs operate illegally: GBA tells HC
With 30% of national figures, Bengaluru paws the way in pet travel on Akasa Air
KPSC member appears before CID
Lokayukta police trap GST official with Rs 8 lakh bribe
Multiplex body opposes Karnatakas proposed 2% cess on cinema tickets
Traffic SI fights off man who attacked nurse-wife with acid & machete
KSRTC launches multi-axle service on Bengaluru-Ballari route
KSRTC launches multi-axle service on Bengaluru-Ballari route
RayVector's Wafer Defect Detection Tech At SEMICON India
Bengaluru-based deep-tech company RayVector Technologies is demonstrating its advanced multi-sensor module and wafer-handling technology at SEMICON India. This innovative solution uses sensing, imaging, and AI to detect minute irregularities in semiconductor wafers, helping manufacturers prevent costly production losses. The technology is already being utilised by major global players like Samsung, Intel, and TSMC, highlighting India's growing contribution to the global semiconductor ecosystem.
Bengaluru: Two police officers suspended over video showing them collecting cash
Quarrel turns fatal: Man arrested for murdering live-in partner in Bengaluru
Man kills wife in Bengaluru hotel room
Take her back to Rajasthan: Cops say in-laws behind womans abduction in Bengaluru
52 students stranded as school bus gets stuck in slush on Kodathi-Avalahalli road
U.S.-based Lam Research to invest 10,000 cr to scale up its India footprint
Lam intends to make the new investment over the next several years to add its first silicon component manufacturing facility in the country and augment its advanced research and development operations in Bengaluru
NCB arrests seven traffickers, including two foreigners; seizes 33 gm cocaine
Digital Desk | Kozhikode, Sep 17 (IANS) The NCB disrupted an interstate cocaine trafficking network with the arrest of seven accused, including three persons deported from the UAE and two foreign nationals, and seized 33.1 grams of cocaine valued at Rs 16.55 lakh, an official said on Thursday. The Narcotics Control Bureau, Cochin Zonal Unit, made the arrests on September 10 based on credible information regarding certain persons who had been deported from the UAE in connection with drug-related offences, the official said. The NCB had been closely monitoring their activities and their linkages with a drug trafficking network operating between Bengaluru and Kerala, he said in a statement. On September 10, the NCB intercepted Gurpreet Singh of Kapurthala, Punjab, Hamdan Ahammed of Beypore (N), Kozhikode and Aflah P of Arakkinar, Kozhikode, at Faroke Railway Station, Kozhikode, and arrested them with 8.12 grams of cocaine. Preliminary interrogation revealed that the contraband had been procured from Bengaluru, said the statement. The interrogation of the accused revealed the involvement of Sidharth Damor, who was intercepted while travelling from Thiruvananthapuram to Kozhikode on September 10, said the statement. Damor is an upcoming DJ associated with the party scene in Kerala and also owns a resort in Ooty, Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu. His examination led the NCB to Arun Rajkumar, who was identified as a key facilitator in the network. Accordingly, Rajkumar was also arrested, the NCB said. Rajkumar, a Tamilian based in Bengaluru and employed in the IT sector, was found to be sourcing cocaine from certain foreign nationals and facilitating its supply to other peddlers as well as consumers. Based on the interrogation of Damor and Arun Rajkumar, the NCB identified the involvement of two foreign nationals in the cocaine trafficking network. Chizoba Helen Anthony alias Sonia, a Nigerian national, who had entered India on a Medical Attendant Visa and had been overstaying for the past 10 years, and Mufukare Vittalis Tadiswanashe, a Zimbabwean national, who had entered India on a Student Visa and had been overstaying for the past two years, were apprehended from Bengaluru on September 12 and 13, respectively, the NCB said. They were found in possession of 16 grams and 8.98 grams of Cocaine, respectively, it said. During interrogation that NCB found out that Sidharth Damor, Hamdan Ahammed and Aflah P had earlier been convicted and incarcerated in the UAE in connection with drug-related offences before being deported to India. During their period of incarceration, Aflah, Gurpreet and Sidharth had come in close contact and subsequently attempted to establish a stronger drug trafficking network, the NCB said. Further trails are being pursued to identify and disrupt the remaining linkages of the network and to completely destroy the trafficking chain, the NCB said.
Exam-bound students take 2.5hrs to cover 4km in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: Varthur-Gunjur congestion leaves schoolchildren stranded for hours
Deer poaching spreads to central Karnataka, 3 held with 70kg venison in Chikkamagaluru
AIFF Plans Discounted Tickets, Fan Parks For India's FIFA Friendlies
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is facilitating discounted tickets for members of Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and Mohammedan Sporting for India's upcoming FIFA tier-1 friendlies against Panama, Brazil, and Uruguay. These high-profile matches will be held in Bengaluru and Kolkata, with the AIFF also planning Fan Parks across districts to promote grassroots football and allow wider viewership. The matches are seen as a significant opportunity for the Indian national team to test itself against top-ranked opponents.
Womans in-laws behind Bengaluru abduction? Police arrest 3 from Rajasthan
Karnataka High Court lays down norms for authorities to monitor PG accommodations in Bengaluru
GBA tells court that nearly 50% of the 5,000 PGs in citys East zone are illegal
Bengaluru acid attack: Man rode over 400km overnight from Madurai to target estranged wife, say cops
Army sepoy from Bengaluru competes in IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2026
Bengaluru accounts for more than 30% of pet journeys on Akasa Air
Bengaluru nurse attack: Estranged husband arrested after machete, knife assault near hospital
Police suspect a family dispute behind the attack, during which the accused allegedly threw an acid-like liquid at her and assaulted her with a machete and knife. Venkateshan was arrested and is being questioned, while police are examining the liquid and video footage of the incident.
Pourakarmikas, street vendors seek apology from Krishna Byre Gowda over insulting remarks
Over 3.11 lakh Ganesha idols immersed in three days
Vande Mataram row deepens as leaders clash over full rendition
Bengaluru: The dispute over the singing of Vande Mataram at government and public programmes has escalated in Karnataka, with Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi warning that action would be initiated against those who sing more than two stanzas. The ministers warning comes days after the complete version of the song was reportedly sung at 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 .
Need to prevent human resources migration from coast, Malnad: CM
IAF felicitates civilian officers in Bengaluru
Cabinet likely to approve Rs 350 crore for Mangaluru UGD upgrade
Stone crushers, quarry owners announce indefinite strike over royalty collection
HAL to hand over Tejas twin-seater, HTT-40 and Dhruv NG helicopter on Sept 18
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will hand over LCA Tejas final operational clearance twin-seater trainers and HTT-40 aircraft to the IAF, along with Dhruv NG helicopters to Pawan Hans, in Bengaluru in the presence of senior government officials
Bengaluru Metro inducts first Titagarh-CRRC train on Green Line
Bengaluru Metro inducts first Titagarh-CRRC train on Green Line
Bengaluru Stallions Unveil Squad For IGPL 2026 Season
Veer Ganapathy, son of renowned golfer Rahul Ganapathy, is set to represent Bengaluru Stallions in the AM Green IGPL 2026. The team, also featuring Trishul Chinnappa, Sunhit Bishnoi, and Sudhir Sharma, was unveiled for the second season of India's first franchise-based professional golf league. The IGPL aims to promote golf beyond elite circles and provide exposure to young talent.
GBA orders removal of overnight temple at South Bengaluru apartment complex
KGF star Yash, one of the biggest pan Indian stars today, didnt grow up rich or even affluent. His father was a driver for the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation, as per reports. In an interview, the actor once opened up about his modest upbringing and shared some invaluable lessons his parents taught him when he was a kid that he follows to this day.
TCS Walk-in Drive 2026: Urgent Hiring for AI, GenAI, and MLOps Roles This Saturday
Ready for a career shift? TCS is hosting a massive multi-city walk-in drive on September 19, 2026, for experienced AI, GenAI, MLOps, and Data professionals. Check the venues, reporting times, and required documents to secure your spot at this major hiring event in Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Pune.
India drawn with Bahrain, Cameroon, Grenada, Laos and Senegal in FIFA U15 World Cup
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) India have been drawn in Group K alongside Bahrain, Cameroon, Grenada, Laos and Senegal in the inaugural FIFA U15 World Cup, which will be held in Baku in October. The India U15 men's team will play five matches over three days in the qualification stage at the Hovsan Competition Complex in Baku. India will begin their campaign against Laos on October 24. The following day, they will play twice, taking on Cameroon before facing Grenada, with all matches scheduled to be played on Pitch 1B. India will complete the qualification stage with another double-header on October 26. They will face Bahrain on Pitch 9A, then take on Senegal on Pitch 8A. With the tournament open to all FIFA Member Associations, 191 national teams have been divided into 32 groups. 943 matches will be played across 20 match pitches over six competition days. Matches at the FIFA U15 World Cup & Festival will be played in an 8v8 format, with two 20-minute halves separated by a five-minute half-time break. The pitch will measure 68 metres by 50 metres, and rolling substitutions will be permitted throughout the match. The participating teams will arrive in Baku on October 22, followed by an official training day on October 23. The qualification stage will run from October 24 to 26, with a rest day on October 27. The tournament stage will take place on October 28 and 29, with the tier finals scheduled for October 30. India are currently in camp at the Centre for Sports Excellence in Bengaluru. They will also play international friendly matches at home before travelling to Azerbaijan with a final squad of 14 players. While the first edition of the U15 World Cup is open to boys teams from all FIFA Member Associations, the second instalment in 2027 will feature girls teams only. From 2028 onwards, all Member Associations will be invited to participate with both their boys and girls U-15 teams in two separate competitions.
Woman rescued after sexual assault ordeal in Karnataka
Yadgir: A 22-year-old woman was rescued with the help of emergency police personnel after allegedly facing repeated sexual assaults, threats and illegal confinement at multiple locations in Karnataka. Six people, including two railway police personnel, have been booked in connection with the allegations. The case came to light after a fellow passenger noticed the woman 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 .
Bengaluru: Car carrying abducted woman crashes into 20 vehicles
Bengaluru: A speeding vehicle crashed into more than 20 vehicles, injuring six people in Bengaluru on Wednesday night, September 16, while attempting to abduct a 21-year-old girl from Rajasthan who married a man from another caste against her familys wishes. Police have arrested the accused, 21-year-old Rakesh, 25-year-old Karan and 18-year-old Ayas, while the driver, 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 .
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 17: With the UK's September 2026 - 2027 intake under way, Unlimit Mobile - the international connectivity brand operated by Zetexa Global, an India-based travel ancillary and licensed telecom infrastructure company - is offering Indian students a UK mobile number that is purchased, verified and activated before they leave India, removing one of the most common friction points in the first week abroad.
Bengaluru entrepreneur shares 5 books that changed how she thinks about work, life and relationships
Bengaluru entrepreneur Nirupa Shankar presents a curated list of 5 transformative books aimed at enhancing both personal and professional growth. These titles delve into the value of networking, the importance of mental resilience, and the strength found in overcoming adversity. Readers will discover powerful lessons on fostering meaningful connections while nurturing gratitude and self-acceptance throughout their lives.
HAL to hand over Tejas trainers, HTT-40 aircraft and Dhruv NG helicopters to IAF, Pawan Hans
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd will deliver trainer aircraft and helicopters to the Indian Air Force and Pawan Hans. The handover ceremony is scheduled for September 18 in Bengaluru, with key ministers attending. This event highlights India's growing self-reliance in aerospace and defence manufacturing capabilities. The induction of these platforms aims to strengthen domestic aerospace and reduce foreign dependence. Senior officials from defence and civil aviation ministries will also be present.
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Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP Bengaluru: Three persons have been arrested in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old married woman from her residence in Agrahara Dasarahalli, while police are investigating the involvement of a fourth person, DCP West Bengaluru, Yathish N. said on Thursday. Addressing the media, [] The post Rajasthani womans abduction: 3 arrested, one woman critical, says Bengaluru DCP appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
21-year-old woman found dead in lodge at Doddaballapur, police suspect husband
The deceased had checked into the lodge in Bengaluru Rural district with her husband on September 15
Indias top AI teams set to battle in Elastic and AWS's Forge the Future Hackathon finale
After weeks of registration, idea submission, and shortlisting, India's top AI teams are set to compete at the Forge the Future Hackathon's Grand Finale in Bengaluru, with the winners earning a place at Elastic{ON} Mumbai.
Peak XV Partners sells 1.46$ stake in Groww for 1,756 cr in block deal
Peak XV Partners has sold a 1.46 per cent stake in Groww's parent company Billionbrains Garage Ventures for Rs 1,756 crore, trimming its holding in the stockbroker through a bulk deal on the NSE. Peak XV Partners Investments VI-1, an affiliate of the venture capital firm, offloaded 9,17,14,208 shares, representing a 1.46 per cent stake in the Bengaluru-based trading platform. The transaction was executed on Wednesday at an average price of Rs 191.49 apiece, taking the aggregate value to Rs 1,756.23 crore. The sale brought down Peak XV Partners' stake in Billionbrains Garage Ventures to 14.22 per cent from 15.68 per cent. The venture capital firm and its affiliates, however, continue to be the largest public shareholder in Groww. The buyers of Groww's shares could not be identified from the NSE data. On Thursday, shares of Billionbrains Garage Ventures rose marginally to trade at Rs 190.14 apiece on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). The latest transaction adds to a series of stak
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman became emotional at an event in Bengaluru. The program honored the 110th birth anniversary of Carnatic vocalist M.S. Subbulakshmi. Subbulakshmi's great-granddaughters performed some of her renowned compositions during the celebration. The minister reflected on Subbulakshmi's dedication and her significant musical legacy. M.S. Subbulakshmi received the Bharat Ratna and performed at the United Nations.
Umar Khalid remarks: Congress always supported forces against country, interests, alleges BJP
Digital Desk | Hubballi (Karnataka), Sep 17 (IANS) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party MP Basavaraj Bommai alleged that the Congress has consistently supported and encouraged forces that are against the country and its interests. Reacting in Hubballi to recent remarks by Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president B.K. Hariprasad in support of jailed activist Umar Khalid, Bommai on Wednesday alleged that the Congress was engaging in vote-bank politics by supporting those whom he described as anti-national. Bommai also alleged that the Congress had earlier attempted to portray the Mumbai terror attacks as saffron terror and had taken positions favouring Pakistan, which, he claimed, were detrimental to the country's interests. Referring to Hariprasad's remarks on Umar Khalid, Bommai alleged that supporting a person who is in jail amounted to supporting anti-national elements. Umar Khalid himself says that he is not a nationalist or a nationalistic person. He has carried out anti-India activities and is now in jail. By supporting such people, Congress is engaging in vote-bank politics, Bommai alleged. He further alleged that the Congress of the present day was different from the party that led the freedom movement, describing it as fake Congress and alleging that its leaders lacked concern for the country's interests and culture. Bommai alleged that Congress leaders were joining hands with foreign forces and elements opposed to the country, and said Hariprasad's statement had once again established this. He accused Congress leaders of showing their true colours by standing in support of those he described as anti-national and termed it shameful and condemnable. Bommai also demanded strict legal action against those who support anti-national forces. The Congress in Karnataka on Tuesday described jailed activist Umar Khalid as a nationalist and referred to his detractors as those with no morals and ethics, jumping right into the centre of a raging debate within the larger student community. Umar Khalid is a nationalist, and ABVP (Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarathi Parishad) has no right to speak on Umar Khalid because ABVP adores Nathuram Godsewho was an anti-national and the first terrorist of the country. They have no moral right or moral ethics to speak on Umar Khalid, Hariprasad told reporters on Tuesday in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru cops file FIR, expedite probe into married womans kidnapping by Rajasthan gang
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 17 (IANS) The Magadi Road Police on Thursday registered an FIR in connection with the alleged kidnapping of a 21-year-old woman from Agrahara Dasarahalli in Bengaluru by some people from Rajasthan and a subsequent series of road accidents involving the vehicle used by the accused. The case has been registered under Sections 137, 61 and 110 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the police, Pooja, daughter of Gunaramu and a resident of Melwas village in Rajasthan, had married Om Prakash, 23, son of Shesh Ram, in a love marriage around eight to nine months ago against the wishes of their families. The couple subsequently moved to Bengaluru and had been residing in the Agrahara Dasarahalli locality. Unable to accept the marriage, Pooja's family allegedly sent four persons to Bengaluru to bring her back. The accused allegedly abducted Pooja from her residence and fled in a Hyundai Venue car. After the incident, local residents reportedly chased the vehicle. In an attempt to escape, the accused allegedly drove the car recklessly at around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, hitting more than 35 cars and over 100 two-wheelers during the chase. The chase continued for around nine kilometres before members of the public managed to intercept the vehicle at 4th Cross Road in Vijayanagar Hoshalli. The enraged public allegedly pelted the vehicle with stones, damaging it, and dragged three persons out of the car before assaulting them. They were subsequently handed over to the Vijayanagar police. Six people were injured in the series of accidents. They have been identified as Prithviraj, 12, Yashika, 9, Amul, 35, Mani, 64, Jayalakshmi, 57, and Santosh, 33. Jayalakshmi sustained a head injury and is undergoing treatment in the ICU, while the other injured people are also receiving treatment. The arrested accused have been identified as Rakesh, 31, Karan, 35, and Ayan, 18, all from Rajasthan. Saddam, who was allegedly driving the vehicle, managed to escape and police are conducting a search to trace him. The vehicle used in the alleged kidnapping and the three arrested accused are currently in police custody. During questioning, police reportedly found that Pooja's paternal aunt had allegedly hired the accused to kidnap her. Preliminary investigation has revealed that the aunt had remained in contact with Pooja after her marriage and had allegedly obtained her address recently. Police are continuing their investigation to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the alleged kidnapping and the role of others in the incident.
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Congress moves its councillors to Bengaluru to maintain unity ahead of Ajmers mayoral elections on September 21. Political Maneuvering in Ajmer Ahead of Mayoral Elections as Congress Shifts Councillors to Bengaluru
Bengaluru horror: Nurse chased, attacked with machete by husband; acid thrown
