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Bengaluru: A Booth Level Officer (BLO) attached to the K.R. Puram Assembly constituency in Bengaluru has been suspended for allegedly failing to participate in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The suspended official has been identified as Yogesh Gowda, a BESCOM employee who was assigned BLO duties as part of the voter Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribin

Bengaluru: With groundwater levels falling in several parts of Bengaluru due to inadequate rainfall, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has issued a series of restrictions aimed at conserving drinking water. Invoking Sections 33 and 34 of the BWSSB Act, 1964, the Board has prohibited the use of potable water for filling swimming Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

Bengaluru: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the alleged misappropriation of donations at the Ayodhya Sri Ram Mandir has unearthed fresh details that point to a wider and more organised network than initially suspected. While the investigation first focused on the alleged theft of cash offerings from the temples donation boxes, officials now claim that Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram

A Bengaluru-based woman has highlighted how her father prioritised her education over marriage despite working as an auto-rickshaw driver for more than three decades. The story was shared in an Instagram reel by Growing with Artha, in which the woman said her father has been driving an auto-rickshaw for over 35 years and still drops Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels

Mangaluru: The Dakshina Kannada District Cyber Crime Police have arrested a 32-year-old man for allegedly facilitating digital arrest cyber frauds by arranging bank accounts used to route illegally obtained money. The accused has been identified as Zubair, a resident of Kudthamugeru in the Kolnadu village of Bantwal taluk. He was arrested on July 3 and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscri

Bengaluru: An illegally kept python was seized from a residential apartment in Bengalurus Kamakshipalya locality during a joint operation by the Forest Department and police officials. Acting on information provided by local residents, forest officials raided the apartment and discovered the reptile concealed inside a cotton box within the flat. The Forest Department has taken Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on Whats

Bengaluru: Services on Bengalurus Namma Metro Green Line experienced a brief disruption on Saturday, July 4, afternoon after a woman jumped onto the tracks at Rajajinagar Metro Station. Alert station officials and security personnel acted swiftly to rescue her, preventing a potentially fatal accident. According to BMRCL officials, the incident occurred at around 12.25 pm. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

Koppal: In a tragic incident, three members of a family were found hanging at their residence in Prashanth Nagar in Gangavathi town of Koppal district on Friday, July 3. Police suspect mounting financial distress to be the reason behind the extreme step taken by the family. However, the exact circumstances leading to the incident are Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channel

Bengaluru: An aspiring actor was arrested by Kodigehalli Police in Bengaluru on Friday, July 3, for allegedly stealing a gold chain from a filmmakers residence during a shoot. The accused has been identified as Abhishek. Police recovered a 15-gram gold chain worth around Rs. 1.5 lakh from his possession. According to police, filmmaker and actor Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to

Mangaluru: Mangaluru City Police have arrested three persons, including two who allegedly provided shelter and logistical support, in connection with the sensational highway robbery that took place near Baikampady on National Highway-66. Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy said the accused have been identified as Nimil RK, 37, from Kerala, Irshad ,37, from Kodagu and Mustafa,40, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on

Bengaluru: The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka has come under scrutiny after alleged procedural violations were reported from Kolar and Mysuru. In Kolar, the District Administration has issued notices to a tahsildar, an Assistant Commissioner (AC), a supervisor and five Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for alleged dereliction of duty during Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsA

Bengaluru: Several passengers were injured after two BMTC buses collided near the busy KR Circle junction, a short distance from Vidhana Soudha, on Saturday morning, July 4. The impact of the collision left multiple commuters trapped inside the bus, prompting a rescue operation by emergency personnel. According to preliminary information, the accident occurred during the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

Bengaluru: A routine late-night police check in Bengaluru has led to the arrest of an alleged drug peddler and the seizure of a large cache of weapons, suspected stolen mobile phones, and narcotics. The operation, carried out by Byatarayanapura Police, has exposed what investigators believe could be a wider criminal network involving drug trafficking and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subsc

Bengaluru: The Bengaluru City Police have traced the sender of a hoax bomb threat email sent to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) headquarters in the city and identified the accused in Uttar Pradeshs Ghaziabad, police officials said. The Police said the individual was found to be mentally ill, and further investigation is underway. According Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscr

New Delhi: The NHRC on Friday, July 3, said it has issued a notice to the Karnataka government and the states police chief over reports that some toddlers were allegedly treated inhumanely by nannies at a creche operating on an IT companys premises in Bengaluru. Reportedly, the incident came to light after a child helpline 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

Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Friday, July 3, said that the SIR of electoral rolls must be carried out strictly in accordance with the Constitution and prescribed procedures, and any violations would invite disciplinary action. Speaking to reporters here, Kharge said allegations that Special Intensive Revision (SIR) work was being conducted in community Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsA

Bengaluru: The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Karnataka, on Friday, July 3, said that more than 2.01 crore Enumeration Forms (EFs) have been distributed to voters under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls, while directing Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to strictly adhere to door-to-door distribution as mandated by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Friday, July 3, dismissed a petition filed by former Deputy Chief Minister K.S. Eshwarappa seeking to quash a disproportionate assets case registered against him, paving the way for the Lokayukta Police to continue their investigation. Justice M. Nagaprasanna passed the order after hearing arguments from both sides. Senior Advocate Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & T

Hubballi: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has accused officials of violating Election Commission norms during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka, alleging that the verification exercise in Hubballi-Dharwad was not being conducted according to prescribed procedures. Addressing the issue through a post on social media, Joshi claimed that another case of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Sto

Bengaluru: Two staff members of the daycare centre inside Bengalurus Capgemini campus have been arrested in connection with allegations of locking children in washrooms and placing them inside washing machines. The arrested caregivers have been identified as Manjula and Vijayalakshmi. According to HAL Police, crucial evidence was discovered against the two accused, with more arrests Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on

Bengaluru: Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byregowda conducted a late-night inspection of the citys Outer Ring Road (ORR) corridor on Thursday, July 2, reviewing the condition of roads, footpaths, drains and civic infrastructure from Silk Board Junction to Baiyappanahalli Metro Station. During the inspection, the Minister directed officials to speed up improvement works and strongly defended Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics an

Bengaluru: With the southwest monsoon becoming more active over Karnataka, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather warnings for several districts, forecasting heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the next few days. Coastal Karnataka is expected to bear the brunt of the monsoon, with a red alert issued for three districts from July 5. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

Bengaluru: Bengalurus ambitious Namma Clinic programme, launched to provide free primary healthcare services to economically weaker sections, is facing a major financial crisis with doctors, nurses and laboratory technicians alleging that they have not received salaries for the past three months. The prolonged delay has sparked resentment among healthcare workers, who have warned of suspending Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top

Bengaluru: The five staff members of a Bengaluru daycare centre accused of physically abusing toddlers are absconding, with their mobile phones switched off, even as police have launched a manhunt and intensified their investigation into the shocking incident. The accused, identified as Manjula, Vijayalakshmi, Bhavani, Sindhu and Bindu, have been booked by the HAL Police Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

Hubballi: An 18-year-old ITI student was killed in a tragic road accident after allegedly sticking his head out of a moving bus window when a tipper truck passing close to the vehicle struck him near Sherewad village in Kundgol taluk of Dharwad district on Thursday, July 2. The deceased has been identified as Pakkirayya Channayya Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. Y

Ramanagara: At least seven quarry workers were killed and five others injured after a massive rock collapsed at the Cauvery Crusher unit near Madapattana village in Ramanagara district early on Thursday morning, July 2. The incident occurred while a group of labourers was working inside the quarry, trapping several of them beneath tonnes of rock Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to

Bengaluru: A shocking case of alleged child abuse has surfaced at a daycare centre operating inside the premises of an IT company in Bengaluru, after videos purportedly showing caregivers physically assaulting and mistreating toddlers went viral on social media. Following a complaint received through the Child Helpline, the HAL Police have registered an FIR against Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegr

Gadag: The family of Sunil Lamani, the car driver of Shirahatti MLA Dr Chandru Lamani, has made serious allegations against the legislator while demanding a fresh investigation into the drivers death, which was initially treated as a case of suicide. Sunil Lamani was found hanging on January 9, 2025. Although police had registered it as Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chan

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has announced a 12.5 per cent increase in the basic pay of employees of the states four transport corporations, bringing relief to more than 1.05 lakh workers. The revised salaries will be credited from this months payroll, while the revision will take retrospective effect from April 1, 2025. According to the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to

Bengaluru: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has reportedly decided not to respond to Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharges letter seeking clarification on the organisations registration status, with senior functionaries believing that engaging in the issue at this stage would only prolong the controversy. According to sources, the decision was taken during an RSS meeting held on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on W

Bengaluru: The Janata Dal (Secular) on Wednesday, July 1, launched a scathing attack on the Karnataka government over the revised verification process for beneficiaries under the Gruha Jyothi free electricity scheme, alleging that the Congress government is attempting to reduce the number of beneficiaries by imposing new conditions. In a post on X, the JDS Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

Bengaluru: A dramatic rescue operation by the Karnataka Forest Department saved a wild elephant trapped in a railway barricade while attempting to leave the forest near Arekoppa village in Kanakapura taluk. The elephant is believed to have ventured out of the Mugguru forest under the Cauvery Wildlife Division in search of food and water when Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our

Hyderabad: The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has expanded boarding and alighting points for all AC Sleeper and non-AC bus services operating between Bengaluru and Hyderabad, to offer convenience to passengers travelling between the two cities. The new boarding points in Bengaluru include Peenya, Yeshwanthpur Metro, Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic), Hebbal, Esteem Mall, Yelahanka, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politic

Mangaluru: Three members of a family, including a woman and two young girls, were killed after the roof and walls of an old tiled house collapsed in Mangalurus Kankanady area early Wednesday following incessant rainfall across Dakshina Kannada district. The tragic incident occurred in the early hours when the victims were asleep inside the house. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing t

Bengaluru: In a crackdown on illegal immigration and human trafficking, the Bengaluru Central Crime Branch (CCB) has detained 12 Bangladeshi nationals who were allegedly staying in the city illegally after entering India through the West Bengal border. Police suspect the group was involved in an organised prostitution racket operating in parts of the city. Among Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram

Mangaluru: A major breakthrough has emerged in the sensational robbery involving a gold trader from Maharashtra, whose car and gold ornaments were looted on the outskirts of Mangaluru late Monday night. Police have recovered the abandoned vehicle from the Bantwal police limits, while intensifying their hunt for the seven-member gang involved in the crime. Mangaluru Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegr

Bengaluru: In a bid to plug irregularities in its flagship guarantee schemes and ensure that benefits reach only eligible households, the Karnataka government has launched a statewide verification drive for beneficiaries of the Gruha Jyothi scheme. The door-to-door verification exercise will begin on July 1 and will be carried out by personnel of all Electricity Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram

Bengaluru: The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) will launch a citywide footpath encroachment clearance drive from July 1 across five municipal corporations under its jurisdiction as part of the Safe Pedestrian Path Campaign. Chairing a review meeting, Bengaluru Urban Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda directed officials to implement the drive in a phased manner, beginning with Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on

Bengaluru: The proposed Greater Bengaluru Integrated Township project near Bidadi has come under legal scrutiny, with a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) being filed in the Karnataka High Court challenging the acquisition of nearly 516 acres of fertile agricultural land for the mega urban development project. The PIL has been filed by social activist, Rajesh Kamplapur Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele

Bengaluru: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued six fishermen from a distressed fishing vessel in a challenging search and rescue operation off the Mangaluru coast on Monday, June 29, after the boat suffered severe flooding and hull damage due to rough sea conditions. According to the Defence Public Relations Office, the operation was carried out Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing t

Belagavi: Tension prevailed in Bharamyanatti village under the Yamakanmardi Assembly constituency in Belagavi district after a large group of people allegedly vandalised the house of a youth who had reportedly eloped with a married woman. The attackers are also accused of looting valuables, stealing livestock and attempting to assault the youths family members. According to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp

Bengaluru: Karnataka has officially launched the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 of electoral rolls across the state from June 30, following the directions of the Election Commission of India. As part of the month-long exercise, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will conduct door-to-door visits until July 29 to verify voter details and collect necessary documents. To facilitate Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on What

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Monday, June 29, announced that the state government will issue permanent residence certificates to facilitate citizens participating in the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The Chief Minister said eligible residents who require a permanent residence certificate for the voter roll revision process can Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and To

Bengaluru: In a significant ruling on matrimonial maintenance, the Karnataka High Court has held that a husband cannot be compelled to pay maintenance to his wife if she is financially independent, earns more than him and has no other dependants. The High Court allowed a petition filed by a husband challenging a trial court order Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. Y

Bengaluru: The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls will commence across Karnataka from June 30, with the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) completing elaborate preparations for the month-long verification exercise. The door-to-door survey will continue until July 29. Addressing a press conference, GBA Chief Commissioner and District Election Officer Maheshwar Rao said that electoral roll Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politi

Bengaluru: A 23-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her boyfriend after an argument over marriage in Bengalurus Mahalakshmi Layout Police Station limits on Sunday night, June 28, with the police arresting the accused within hours of the incident. The deceased has been identified as Anjali, 23. The accused, Rajeev, was reportedly in a relationship with Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

Hyderabad: In a major breakthrough against interstate drug trafficking, the Telangana EAGLE Force, in a joint operation with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) Bengaluru and Shadnagar Police, arrested a 24-year-old drug peddler from Bengaluru and seized 241 grams of MDMA. Rahul PV of Dommasandra from Belthur area was arrested during a raid on Sunday, June Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subs

Hyderabad: The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU), Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) and Karnataka App-Based Workers Union (KAWU) on Monday, June 29, strongly condemned the decision to challenge the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Act, 2025 before the Karnataka High Court. App-based platform companies like Swiggy and Zepto, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top

Bengaluru: The Election Commission of India (ECI) will launch the third phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls from June 30, with booth-level officers (BLOs) set to conduct door-to-door verification of voters across Karnataka and several other states. The month-long exercise, scheduled to continue till July 29, aims to update electoral rolls Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele

Bengaluru: The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) recorded an impressive start to the National Pulse Polio Immunisation Programme, with more than 11 lakh children under the age of five receiving polio drops on the first day of the campaign. Officials said 11,06,535 children were vaccinated on Sunday, helping the city achieve 96.4 per cent of its Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to