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BJPs Victory Crucial to Teach Congress a Lesson, Says Yediyurappa

Davanagere, March 24: Former Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa stated on Monday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will secure a significant victory in the upcoming by-elections for the Davanagere South and Bagalkot assembly constituencies. He emphasized the necessity of bringing the BJP to power to teach Congress a lesson. Speaking to reporters, Yediyurappa noted ... Read more BJPs Victory Crucial to Teach Congress a Lesson, Says Yediyurappa

Morningstar 24 Mar 2026 12:01 am

Gadags Butti serves meals at Rs 5

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 11:18 pm

Champ Yashaswini sets sights on bigger stage

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 11:17 pm

Two SUVs ram car in Bengaluru, man dies

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 11:17 pm

Railway parks in Hubballi wither for want of upkeep

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 11:12 pm

Hubballis Hosur Cross faces road damage, garbage pile-up

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 11:11 pm

Yadgir admin takes steps against sand mafia

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 11:09 pm

Muslim backlash in Davanagere South puts Congress in a spot

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 10:32 pm

Telangana cabinet approves hate speech, Rohith Vemula bills

Hyderabad: The Telangana government will soon follow neighbouring Karnataka after giving the go-ahead to a Bill to prevent hate speech and hate crimes at a Cabinet meeting held in the Assembly on Monday, March 23. Karnataka, under the Congress governance passed the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, on December 18 last year, the 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 23 Mar 2026 9:54 pm

Bypoll: BJP candidates richer than Congress candidates

The BJP candidates are richer compared to the Congress candidates as per their affidavits filed along with their nomination papers in the byelections to Bagalkot and Davangere South Assembly constituencies.

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 9:27 pm

Karnataka accounted for 9% of Indias ransomware cases in 2025-26, finds report

Nearly 9% of the total ransomware cases in India in 202526 were from Karnataka, according to the Centre of Excellence for Cybersecurity Karnataka annual compendium report

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 9:26 pm

Congress nominee Umesh Meti files nomination papers in Bagalkot

Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar says candidate chosen after survey

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 9:26 pm

Karnataka bypolls: CM, DyCM, Union Ministers accompany party nominees; 58 in all file nominations

In all, 19 candidates filed nominations for the Bagalkot seat, while 39 candidates filed nominations for Davangere South before the deadline ended on Monday (March 23).

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 9:16 pm

Vijayendra accuses Congress of trying to win bypolls with the lure of money

BJP candidate Veeranna Charantimath files his nomination papers for the bypolls in Bagalkot

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 8:58 pm

Opposition tears Bill proposing ballot papers in panchayat elections, walks out

Terming the Bill a retrograde move, Leader of Opposition R. Ashok tore a copy of the Bill before staging the walkout

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 8:36 pm

Ram NavamiShobha Yatra in Kalaburagi on Thursday

The Adi Purush Ramanavami Utsav Samiti will take out a procession featuring an 18-ft tall statue of Lord Rama from Ramteerth Temple

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 8:36 pm

Opposition to Transgender Persons Rights Amendment Bill gains steam in Karnataka

Activists highlight that the Billfails toaddress the diversity within the community and warned that, if enacted into law, it could undothe rights and recognition thatthe community achieved through years of struggle

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 8:06 pm

Karnatakas Controversial Bill Sparks Political Storm Over Voting Methods

Bengaluru, March 23: The Karnataka government has ignited a political uproar by introducing a bill that proposes the use of ballot papers instead of electronic voting machines (EVMs) for local body elections. The Karnataka Gram Swaraj and Panchayat Raj (Amendment) Bill, 2026, presented by Minister Priyank Kharge, suggests a return to ballot-based voting. This proposal ... Read more Karnatakas Controversial Bill Sparks Political Storm Over Voting Methods

Morningstar 23 Mar 2026 7:56 pm

Sunil Kumar demands white paper on measures taken to address regional imbalance

Many taluks have remained backward despite the government spending about 20,000 crore as per the recommendations of the Nanjundappa Committee, he says

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 7:56 pm

Samiti seeks probe into SCs population data in Nagamohan Das report

There are discrepancies in data used in the Nagamohan Das Commission report on internal reservation among Scheduled Castes, says S.R. Kollur

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 7:56 pm

Engage with BJP-JD(S), Davangere Muslims told

Bhaskar Rao says the Congress betrayed Muslims denying ticket to them in the bypolls and by choosing family politics favouring Samarth

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 7:36 pm

Minister supports protest against solid waste management plant

She was addressing residents of Turmuri, Bachi, Konewadi, Uchagaon, Sulga, Gojaga, Mannur, Kallehola, Ambewadi and surrounding areas

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 7:15 pm

Watch: Forest officials capture wild elephant in Kodagu with help of six other tuskers

A 35-year-old wild elephant was captured in a coffee plantation in Chambeballur village of Virajpet taluk of Kodagu district, Karnataka on Sunday

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 7:06 pm

Guidelines for social media ban for under-16 children will be discussed before bringing in law, says Education Minister

The government is reviewing similar social media bans being implemented in several countries across the world, he says

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 6:57 pm

Over 6,800 pedestrian deaths in Karnataka in three years, data shows

A year-wise analysis of the data shows that pedestrian fatalities have remained consistently high. In 2022, the State reported 2,105 deaths, which rose sharply to 2,418 in 2023 before slightly declining to 2,321 in 2024 (provisional).

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 6:45 pm

Karnataka By-Elections: BJP Candidates Submit Nominations Amidst Grand Processions

Bangalore, March 23: BJP candidates Srinivas Dasakariyappa and Veeranna Charantimath filed their nominations on Monday for the Davanagere South and Bagalkot assembly by-elections. During this event, BJP workers organized large processions in both Davanagere and Bagalkot cities. Former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, State BJP President B.Y. Vijayendra, and other prominent leaders ... Read more Karnataka By-Elections: BJP Candidates Submit Nominations Amidst Grand Processions

Morningstar 23 Mar 2026 6:01 pm

Karnataka: HC declines to intervene in LPG supply crisis, says issue best left to govt

The High Court refused to intervene in a hoteliers' plea for uninterrupted LPG supply, citing global supply constraints due to the Persian Gulf war. Justice Magadum stated the matter requires executive discretion and is not subject to judicial review, acknowledging the government's efforts for equitable distribution.

The Economic Times 23 Mar 2026 5:51 pm

EXCLUSIVE: Less than a week before IPL starts, Bumrah reaches BCCI CoE

Jasprit Bumrah has arrived at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Karnataka, with his presence not confirmed to be injury-related or for routine checks. This comes as Mumbai Indians' T20 World Cup winning players, including Bumrah, were granted an extended break. MI's IPL 2026 campaign begins against KKR on March 29.

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 5:18 pm

Event on Deendayal Upadhyaya at Karnataka State Open University put off: Higher Education Minister

Higher Education Minister M.C. Sudhakar says he was kept in the dark about the event till Sunday

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 5:15 pm

National School Leaders Convene in Varanasi at ARISE Members' Meeting to Shape Future of K-12 Education

The Association for Reinventing School Education (ARISE) convened its Members’ Meeting at Varanasi, bringing together founders and leaders of progressive schools from across India for two days of strategic dialogue, sectoral deliberations, and institutional transition. The meeting marked two years of ARISE as an independent institution and nearly a decade of its collective journey since inception within FICCI, reflecting the organization’s growing credibility as a unified national platform for school leaders.   ARISE members from across India at the ARISE Members’ Meeting, representing a unified community of progressive school leaders   Day One commenced with a Special Address by Dr. Joseph Emmanuel, Chief Executive and Secretary, CISCE, who highlighted the transformative potential of collective leadership in education. ‘’When progressive schools come together with shared purpose and collective strength, they can transform the school education landscape in phenomenal ways. Platforms like ARISE enable collaboration and systemic progress that individual institutions cannot achieve in isolation,” said Dr. Emmanuel.   The engagement was also graced by Dr. Praggya M Singh, Professor & Director (Academics), CBSE. “Strengthening school education requires a sustained focus on academic quality, capacity building, and effective implementation at the institutional level. Interactions with school leaders provide valuable ground-level insights into classroom realities and emerging needs, which are essential for shaping responsive academic initiatives,” said Ms. Singh .   There was also representation from international boards including Mr. Mahesh Balakrishnan, Manager, South Asia, International Baccalaureate (IB) and Mr. Vinay Sharma, Senior Vice President and Regional Director, South Asia, Cambridge International Education reflecting the broad spectrum of institutional engagement across national and global school education frameworks.   The meeting featured expert inputs and structured discussions on leadership effectiveness, institutional governance, and emerging priorities for the sector.   Day Two focused on ARISE’s forward roadmap, including key initiatives to strengthen member engagement and knowledge exchange. Members participated in focused deliberations on Learning & Development and Liberalising the K-12 sector, addressing leadership capacity building, professional development, regulatory challenges, and policy priorities to identify actionable advocacy areas for 2026–27. An expert session on the Decoding of New Labour Codes provided practical guidance on interpretation, compliance requirements, and operational implications for educational institutions.   A key highlight of the meeting was the Presidential Baton Passing Ceremony, during which the new Company Board, Governing Body and State Councils for FY 2026–27 were announced. The newly constituted State Councils for the year FY 2026-27 are as follows: Andhra Pradesh: Chair — M. Padma Subrahmanyam; Co-Chair — Mahadev Vasireddy Assam: Chair — Nellie Ahmed Bihar: Chair — Mrigya Singh Gujarat: Chair — Kavish Gadia; Co-Chair — Kush Dinesh Sakaria Haryana: Chair — Aditi Misra; Co-Chair — Yash Prakash Jammu & Kashmir: Chair — Nandan Kuthiala Karnataka: Chair — Srinivas Kumar Chalasani Madhya Pradesh: Chair — Siddharth Singh Girnar Maharashtra: Chair — Irshad Patel; Co-Chair — Shailesh Dalmia New Delhi: Chair — Rahul Aggarwal; Co-Chair — Jyoti Arora Odisha: Chair — Dr. Silpi Sahoo Punjab: Chair — Manjot Dhillon; Co-Chair — Robin Aggarwal Chandigarh: Chair — Gurpreet Bakshi Rajasthan: Chair — Ragini Kachhwaha; Co-Chair — Deepak Sharma Uttar Pradesh: Chair — Shalini Singh; Co-Chair — Khwaja Saifi Yunus Uttarakhand: Chair — Bharat Goyal; Co-Chair — Manoj Kumar Khera Telangana: Chair — Meghana Jupally; Co-Chair — Satya Datla Tamil Nadu: Chair — Vikram Ramakrishnan; Co-Chair — R. J. Thayumanaswamy West Bengal: Chair — Pradip Kumar Agarwal Kerala: Chair — Rajesh George Kulangara   These councils will play a critical role in strengthening ARISE’s state-level engagement, regional initiatives, and policy dialogue across the country.    Outgoing President Mr. Praveen Raju, Founder, Suchitra Academy and Sagebrook International School, Hyderabad, reflected on ARISE’s institutional growth. “Over the past two years as an independent institution, ARISE has grown significantly — institutionally, structurally, and in membership — emerging as a credible and unified national platform for progressive school leaders. The trust and spirit of collaboration among members remain the foundation of this journey,” he said.   President-Elect Dr. Arunabh Singh, Director, Nehru World School & Co-founder, Heathy Planet TGA emphasized continuity and forward momentum. ‘’ARISE represents the collective voice of progressive schools across the country. Going forward, our focus will be on strengthening collaboration, advancing policy engagement, and building future-ready institutions that place students at the centre,” he stated.   The ceremony also recognized members for their contributions to ARISE initiatives, underscoring the organization’s participatory ethos.   The Members’ Meeting concluded with a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration, advancing reform-oriented dialogue, and shaping the future of school education in India.   About ARISE ARISE (The Association for Reinventing School Education)  is an autonomous body that brings together some of the country’s most progressive and intellectual minds including School Promoters, Edupreneurs & Leaders who remain committed and focused on serving as a beacon for change within the diverse and dynamic landscape of India’s school education system. Living up to the motto ‘ Student First ’, ARISE recognises the complexity and the unique challenges faced by both independent private schools and public / government schools and will continue to play an important role to be a collaborative platform to bring together forward-thinking school founders, educators, policy makers, think tanks, educationists, civil society experts and technical experts.  As a collegium, ARISE represents over 1800+ Schools, 95,000 Teachers, and 1.5 Million Students .

News Voir 23 Mar 2026 5:09 pm

Death of trainee vet: Shivamogga veterinarians blame the system, seek action against officials responsible

The Shivamogga zoo authority had recruited a veterinarian with no post-graduation in treating wildlife, on a contractual basis and then placed two newly recruited apprentices, including Dr. Sameeksha Reddy, under the veterinarian, they alleged.

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 4:56 pm

Karnataka to increase commercial LPG supply after meeting with gas firms, hotel bodies

The move aims to curb irregularities and ensure smoother distribution. The Chief Minister highlighted a supply-demand gap, with only 1,000 cylinders being supplied daily against a demand of 50,000, causing closures of establishments. A follow-up meeting with hotel associations is planned to review the situation

IBTimes 23 Mar 2026 4:38 pm

LPG shortage: About 20% of hotel industry needs will be met daily with immediate effect, announces Karnataka Minister

As many as 10,000 cylinders will be given daily to hotels, industrial canteens, restaurants and dhabas among others, said Food and Civil Supplies Minister K.H. Muniyappa

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 4:19 pm

Karnataka BJP Leader Claims Upcoming By-Elections Will Be Victorious

Bangalore, March 23: B.Y. Vijayendra, the state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and an MLA, expressed confidence on Monday that his party will secure victories in the upcoming by-elections for the Davanagere South and Bagalkot seats. He stated, No one can stop the lotus from blooming. Vijayendra alleged that the Chief Minister and ... Read more Karnataka BJP Leader Claims Upcoming By-Elections Will Be Victorious

Morningstar 23 Mar 2026 3:46 pm

Fake CBI officers force Karnataka bizman to transfer Rs 15 crore in safe account scam

An 81-year-old businessman in Belagavi was defrauded of over Rs 15 crore in a 'digital arrest' scam. Fraudsters, posing as CBI officials, convinced him to transfer funds to a 'safe' account, claiming it was for an investigation into money laundering. The victim lost a significant amount before realizing he was cheated.

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 3:32 pm

Adjust to 20 pc commercial LPG supply, use alternatives: Karnataka Minister

Bengaluru: Karnataka Food and Civil Supplies Minister K H Muniyappa on Monday, March 23, said the state is supplying about 20 per cent of the usual commercial LPG demand, prioritising essential sectors, while urging stakeholders to adjust amid constraints. Replying during Question Hour in the Karnataka Legislative Council, the minister said allocations have been streamlined 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 23 Mar 2026 2:47 pm

Karnataka plans stricter curbs on mobile use for under-16 students

Karnataka's government is developing a comprehensive framework to regulate mobile phone and social media use for students under 16, acknowledging existing restrictions' weak enforcement. The proposed policy, aiming to protect children from harmful content, will be presented after wider consultations with parents and experts, seeking to set a national benchmark.

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 2:35 pm

Karnataka to frame law restricting mobile use among under 16 students: Minister

Karnataka plans a new law to control mobile and social media use for children under 16. The government acknowledges growing concerns about addiction and harmful content. Stricter guidelines are being developed with input from parents and experts. Moral education will also be reintroduced in schools. This initiative aims to set a national example for child protection in the digital age.

The Economic Times 23 Mar 2026 2:24 pm

Karnataka plans law to limit mobile use for under-16 students

Bengaluru: Karnataka Primary and Secondary Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Monday, March 23, said the government will bring a comprehensive framework to regulate mobile phone and social media usage among students below 16 years, acknowledging growing concerns over its impact on children. He was replying to the question raised by MLCs Pratap Nayak and Javare 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 23 Mar 2026 2:08 pm

Q Net scam: 30 held by Hyderabad police after multi-state raids

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad police raided multiple locations across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka on Monday, March 23, and arrested 30 people in connection with the Q Net scam and alleged financial fraud. Hyderabad Commissioner of Police, VC Sajjanar, will hold a press briefing regarding the scam. According to reports, 25 teams led by the Central 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 23 Mar 2026 1:59 pm

Karnataka to Frame Law Restricting Mobile Use Among Under 16 Students

The minister said that while restrictions already exist, enforcement has been weak and the government is now working on stronger guidelines in consultation with multiple stakeholders

Deccan Chronicle 23 Mar 2026 1:59 pm

BCCI Reveals Fan Parks Across 15 Cities For First Phase Of IPL 2026

Mecosabagh Methodist High School Playground: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed the schedule for the IPL Fan Parks 2026 during the first three weekends, coinciding with the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Building on its dedication to expanding the IPL experience beyond stadiums, the Fan Parks will be set up in 15 cities across 11 states over the first three weeks. This will give fans a chance to enjoy the thrill of live IPL matches in a lively, community-focused setting. Each Fan Park will offer live match screenings and a variety of engaging on-site activities, such as music, entertainment, food courts, kids play zones, and interactive fan experiences like virtual batting, bowling nets, face painting, cheer-o-meters, and 360-degree photo booths. Since starting in 2015, the IPL Fan Park initiative has been crucial in broadening the leagues reach, delivering the excitement and energy of the IPL to fans nationwide. The 2026 season maintains this tradition, allowing fans in various cities to join in the IPL festivities. The league also stated that details about the upcoming IPL Fan Parks 2026 will be provided in due course after the schedule for the next phase is announced. The Fan Parks will take place across three weekends. Week 1: March 28 & 29, 2026 Week 2: April 4 & 5, 2026 Week 3: April 11 & 12, 2026 Every weekend will feature five Fan Parks across the North, South, East, and West zones to ensure broad regional coverage and high fan participation. Week 1: March 28 & 29, 2026 Rohtak, Haryana Chhotu Ram Polytechnic Ground Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh Govt. MVM College Ground Nagpur, Maharashtra Mecosabagh Methodist High School Playground Tumakuru, Karnataka Government Junior College Field Krishnanagar, West Bengal DL Roy Stadium Week 2: April 4 & 5, 2026 Mathura, Uttar Pradesh Amarnath Vidya Ashram Jodhpur, Rajasthan Barkatullah Khan Stadium Nizamabad, Telangana Womens Educational Society Grounds Mysuru, Karnataka SBRR Mahajana First Grade College Bhubaneswar, Odisha KITS University Stadium Week 3: April 11 & 12, 2026 Meerut, Uttar Pradesh Bhainsali Ground Nadiad, Gujarat Radhe Farm Ratnagiri, Maharashtra Swargiya Pramod Mahajan Krida Sankul Nadiad, Gujarat Radhe Farm Also Read: Live Cricket Score Rourkela, Odisha Sector 17 Ground Article Source: IANS

CNMSports 23 Mar 2026 11:36 am

IPL 2026: Schedule Delays, Venue Confusion and Player Availability Raise Questions

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, branded as TATA IPL 2026 and the 19th edition of the event, is scheduled to be played from March 28 to May 31, with 10 teams competing in 84 matches. On March 11, BCCI announced the schedule for the first phase, to be played from March 28 to April 12 for the first 20 games. Top 10 facts related to the event: 1. Delay in schedule announcement: The reason is that the BCCI waited on two crucial issues: a. Confirmation of polling dates in multiple states like Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Assam. The clash with the election dates is not a new feature for the IPL. b. Final decision from two franchises (Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru) on their home venues. Rajasthan Royals were facing uncertainty over the use of Jaipurs Sawai Mansingh Stadium, due to unresolved administrative issues within the Rajasthan Cricket Association. Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the defending champions, although received conditional clearance from the Karnataka government to use the M Chinnaswamy Stadium (following a tragic stampede at last years victory celebration that left 11 fans dead), the final approval was awaited. Accordingly, the BCCI decided not to announce the full fixture list until polling timelines are clear. They unveiled the first phase of the IPL 2026 calendar. Interestingly, at the time of the announcement of this schedule for the Phase 1 matches, the election dates were not known, but when the election (and counting) dates were announced by the EC, it was found that none of the match dates clashed with the election dates. Did the BCCI already know the election schedule? 3. Few non-team base, IPL venues have very interesting connections: Raipur, Chhattisgarh: IPL returns to this venue (6 matches played between 2013 and 2016) as BCCI Treasurer Prabhtej Singh Bhatia is from the state. Interestingly, Raipur was home for Delhi Capitals earlier, and now its a home for RCB for two games. The distance between Raipur and the teams home city, Bangalore, is approximately 1013 km by air (flight time roughly 2 hours) and approximately 1300 km by road (over 24 hours drive). Vizag: One of the DC owners is from the city, and political influence is there, and the city gets two DC home games. So far, 17 IPL matches have been played at the venue and some were non-DC matches. The distance between Vizag and the team's home city Delhi is approximately 1360 km by air (flight time roughly 2 hours) and approximately 1815 km by road (over 30 hours drive). Guwahati: City of BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia, one RR co-owner and gets three RR big home games. So far 6 IPL matches have been played at the venue. The distance between Guwahati and the team's home city, Jaipur, is approximately 1500 km by air (flight time roughly 3+ hours) and approximately 1550 km by road (over 38 hours drive). 4. RCB plays five of its home games at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium after having got the nod to play at the venue. The IPL opening match, one playoff match and the final will also be held at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. An elated KSCA President and former Test pacer Venktesh Prasad said, Great to have the IPL back at this iconic venue. It is a great achievement for us at the KSCA to make this happen in the span of just two and a half months. This is a bigger achievement than my five-wicket haul against England (Lords, 1996). 5. Shift from normal schedule: Usually, the champion and runner-up venues are given for the next seasons IPL playoffs and final, which in this case would be New Chandigarh and Bengaluru. The New Chandigarh stadium (the home ground of PBKS), is scheduled to host an Afghanistan Test, immediately after the IPL, hence they missed this years important matches. 6. Opening match of the season: Starting from 2008 till now, a total of 15 different teams have played in the IPL. During all these years, the opening match of the IPL has never happened without at least one of these four teams: MI, CSK, KKR and RCB. However, for the first time, neither Mumbai Indians nor Chennai Super Kings are playing the first game of the IPL season, in 2 consecutive editions:. 2025 KKR vs RCB 2026- RCB vs SRH 7. The schedule of the first three matches of this season is very interesting: Match 1 on 28 March: RCB v SRH repeat of the 2016 final. The last time SRH and RCB played the IPL season opener was on 5th April 2017. Match 2 on 29 March: MI v KKR - 5-time champions v 3-time champions Match 3 on 30 March: RR v CSK repeat of 1st ever IPL final 8. The Big three: Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and MS Dhoni will be in action in the first three matches. 9. Title sponsor: Tata Group, under a 5-year contract (20242028) for Rs. 2500 crore (US$300 million). 10. Broadcaster: JioStar's Star Sports and JioHotstar as they hold the satellite and digital broadcasting rights for the period 20232027 cycle respectively. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The sheer number of absences leading into the IPL this year is also unprecedented. It appears that the teams are scrambling for replacements rather than getting their squads settled.

CNMSports 23 Mar 2026 10:20 am

BengaluruMysuru expressway accident: 4 dead, 2 injured after private bus veers off road, hits divider railing

A private bus traveling from Kozhikode to Bengaluru met with a tragic accident early Monday. The bus lost control and crashed into a roadside railing near Puttappanadoddi village. Four people lost their lives in the incident. The accident occurred on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway. Driver drowsiness is suspected as the cause. Two others sustained injuries and are receiving treatment.

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 10:15 am

Parivarvaad wins, Cong gives tickets to late MLAs kin

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 5:39 am

Parivarvaad wins, Cong fields kin of late MLAs

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 5:20 am

Bengalurus Pink Line Metro trials may start this month

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 3:51 am

Lamborghini stunt in Bengaluru leads police to underworld figure Muthappa Rais son

A Lamborghini's pre-dawn drifting stunt on Bengaluru's MG Road has led to police scrutiny, with the high-end car traced to Ricky Rai, son of late underworld figure Muthappa Rai. Authorities have seized the vehicle and issued notices to Rai, who has yet to respond. The incident, captured on video, is being investigated for dangerous driving and other violations.

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 3:33 am

Teen found murdered in deserted house in Bengaluru, absconding fianc held in Rajasthan

Police have apprehended Syed Sabeel, 25, in Ajmer, Rajasthan, in connection with the murder of his 16-year-old fiance, Joya Fathima, found slain in a deserted DJ Halli house. Sabeel, who had been on the run, was traced and arrested. Fathima's throat was slit, and she was discovered by her aunt. Investigations are underway to determine the motive behind the crime.

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 3:33 am

Duo kills man, 27, in early-morning row in Bengaluru

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 2:39 am

Six killed in 2 late-night accidents on Bengaluru outskirts

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 2:05 am

Karnataka bypolls: Fear of rebellion looms large over Congress in Davangere

Though KPCC president and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar claimed in Bengaluru that candidates selection for the Assembly bypoll was based on consensus and the decision was unanimous, a Congress leader and disappointed ticket aspirant for Davangere South constituency Mohammad Sadiq Pehelwan announced in Davangere that he would challenge Congress candidate Samarth as a rebel candidate

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 12:42 am

Army officer dies of suspected heart attack

The Times of India 23 Mar 2026 12:26 am

Khandre honoured in Bidar after elevation as national president of Veerashaiva Lingayat Mahasabha

Speaking at the function, Siddharoodha Mutt seer Shivakumar Swamiji described Mr. Khandre as a leader shaped by his virtues, combining compassion, courage and commitment to public service

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 12:12 am

I will go forward through runs and runs only: Smaran

Hehad a stupendoussophomoreseason as he accumulated a tournament-high 950 runs in the 2025-26RanjiTrophy. After a sedate start to his domestic career in 2024, the 22-year-old from Karnataka has emerged as one of the brightest prospects in the country across formats

The Hindu 23 Mar 2026 12:12 am

Maharashtra Womens Team Clinches BCCI Womens U-23 ODI Trophy Elite Title

Ranchi, March 22: The Maharashtra womens team secured the BCCI Womens Under-23 ODI Trophy Elite title for the 202526 season by defeating Karnataka by 75 runs in the final match on Sunday. After losing the toss, Maharashtra opted to bat first, scoring 286 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 50 overs. ... Read more Maharashtra Womens Team Clinches BCCI Womens U-23 ODI Trophy Elite Title

Morningstar 22 Mar 2026 10:51 pm

Hailstorms pose threat to mango crop

The Times of India 22 Mar 2026 10:46 pm

Villagers demand closure of Turamuri waste unit

The Times of India 22 Mar 2026 10:38 pm

My fathers service to Bagalkot will help me win: Umesh Meti

The Times of India 22 Mar 2026 10:35 pm