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Madikeri: Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modis appeal for austerity and fuel conservation amid growing global uncertainty, Virajpet MLA and Chief Ministers Legal Advisor AS Ponnanna has requested authorities to take back one of his escort vehicles provided for official security duty. In an official statement, Ponnanna said the current unrest in the Middle East Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele

Bengaluru: Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi has defended the recent increase in petrol and diesel prices, stating that India has imposed one of the lowest fuel price hikes globally despite the ongoing international conflicts and energy crisis. The clarification comes amid sharp criticism from opposition parties after fuel prices were increased by 3 per Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegr

Mandya: The historic Krishna Raja Sagara Dam reservoir is witnessing a steady decline in water levels, leading to the reappearance of the submerged Sri Narayanaswamy Temple after nearly three years. The ancient temple, located in the backwaters near Bore Ananduru village close to the KRS reservoir, has once again become visible as water levels continue Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscri

Ramanagara: Two men have been arrested by the Ramanagara CEN police in Bengaluru South district for allegedly sexually abusing two minor girls and uploading videos of the assaults online. The accused, Kiran Kumar and Aditya of Kaggalipura, were taken into custody after the CID received an alert via the NCRP portals Tipline about Child Sexual Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our

Raichur: A shocking case of theft involving men disguised as holy saints has created panic in Sindhanur town of Raichur district after a medical shop owner was allegedly hypnotised and robbed of cash and gold ornaments in broad daylight. The entire incident, which has now surfaced through CCTV footage, has raised concerns about a gang Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channe

Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar received a special birthday gift this year a brand-new Yezdi Roadster motorcycle in a striking red-and-black colour combination. Known for his long-standing passion for classic motorcycles, especially the iconic Yezdi brand, the Deputy Chief Minister expressed excitement and nostalgia while accepting the gift. Shivakumars fondness for motorbikes Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politic

Bengaluru: The VHP on Friday, May 15, objected to the Karnataka governments decision allowing hijab in educational institutions across the state and demanded the immediate withdrawal of the order lifting the restriction. The demand comes two days after the state government passed an order allowing students to wear hijab, sacred thread, Shivadhara, and Rudraksha in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegra

Bengaluru: The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list in Karnataka, with training and printing work set to begin from June 20. Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer Anbukumar said the final electoral roll will be published on October 7. Addressing a press conference in Bengaluru, Anbukumar stated Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by s

Belagavi: Large banners describing Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar as the next Chief Minister appeared across Belagavi city on the occasion of his birthday, triggering fresh political discussion amid ongoing speculation over leadership change in Karnataka. The banners, installed at prominent locations including Rani Chennamma Circle, Sambhaji Maharaj Circle and near Ramdev Hotel, carried birthday Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics

Bengaluru: A shocking case of identity fraud and government job impersonation spanning nearly four decades has come to light in Bengaluru, where a man allegedly secured employment in the Karnataka Electricity Board (KEB) using another persons educational documents. The Rajajinagar Police have registered a first information report (FIR) against two individuals following a complaint by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories o

Bengaluru: In a tragic road accident near Munirabad in Koppal district of Karnataka, six people, including a child, were killed after a tractor fell off the Tungabhadra bridge following a collision with a tanker on Friday, May 15. The accident occurred under the limits of the Munirabad Police Station when a tanker reportedly rammed into Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chan

Bengaluru: As part of its push towards advanced urban infrastructure management, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has successfully continued the use of robotic technology to identify pipeline and underground drainage defects without extensive road excavation. According to the Water Board, the robotic inspection system has surveyed nearly 32.66 kilometres of underground pipelines Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics a

Chikkamagaluru: With incidents of human-wildlife conflict increasing steadily across Karnatakas Malnad region, the state government and Forest Department have now initiated a first-of-its-kind operation to capture and relocate dangerous wild gaurs, locally known as wild buffaloes or kaadukona(Bison), For the past several months, wild gaurs have been causing widespread damage to crops and frequently straying Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Po

Vijayapura: In a tragic incident, four members of a family, including two children, were killed after the roof of a house collapsed during heavy rain at Moratagi village in Almel taluk of Vijayapura district on Thursday night. The deceased have been identified as Gurunath Badiger (35), his wife Jyoti Badiger (28), and their daughters Kalamma Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our

Bengaluru: A woman from Bihar has shared a disturbing cab experience she allegedly faced in Bengaluru while travelling to the airport, with her video now going viral on social media and triggering widespread discussion about passenger safety in app-based cabs. The woman, identified as Ritika Suryavanshi, posted the video on Instagram through the account thebihari.baddie, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

Bengaluru: A cold war appears to have erupted between the Congress party and sections of the Muslim community in Karnataka following dissatisfaction over the distribution of tickets in the Davanagere South Assembly by-election. Several minority leaders and organisations have openly expressed anger against the ruling party and warned that the community could teach Congress a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday strongly defended the state governments decision to permit hijabs in schools and colleges as part of a revised dress code policy, stating that the move was in line with the constitutional principle of Sarva Dharma Samabhava (equal respect for all religions). In a detailed media statement issued amid Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by

Bengaluru: Karnataka Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Thursday, May 14, defended the state governments decision to allow hijabs in schools and colleges, stating that the move was made in the interest of children and education, and urged people not to mix religion with academics. Responding to criticism over the governments order permitting hijabs in educational Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele

Bengaluru: A major fire broke out at a plastic warehouse in Bengalurus Nayandahalli under the jurisdiction of the Byatarayanapura Police Station on Thursday morning, May 14, after a suspected short circuit, destroying scrap materials worth several lakhs of rupees. According to police, the warehouse belonged to Kundan, a businessman originally from Tamil Nadu, who had Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has begun preparations to celebrate the 12th International Yoga Day across the state under the theme Yoga for Every Home, Yoga for Everyone, with the main event scheduled to be held at the Vidhana Soudha premises in Bengaluru on June 21. State Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said the government aims Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chann

Bengaluru: Two women were arrested for allegedly running a prostitution racket from rented houses here in the city, police said on Thursday, May 14. The arrests were made by the officers and staff of the Central Crime Branchs Women Protection Squad following a tip off about such illegal activities being carried out, they said. According Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our chan

Hyderabad: At least two people were arrested for drug peddling in Hyderabad on Thursday, May 14, and drugs worth Rs 2.58 lakh were seized from them. The Telangana excise department teams seized ganja, charas and MDMA from the accused. The accused were identified as Praveen and Sunny, who brought the drugs from Bengaluru to be Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You c

Bengaluru: The Siddaramaiah-led Karnataka government has officially withdrawn the 2022 order issued by the previous BJP government that effectively restricted the wearing of hijab in educational institutions. The state government on Wednesday issued a fresh dress code order allowing students to wear traditional and religious symbols, including hijab, along with prescribed school uniforms. The new Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and

Bengaluru: In a major relief to property owners in the Silicon City, the state government has launched a large-scale initiative titled Namma Khate Namma Hakku aimed at delivering property records directly to citizens doorsteps. Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister DK Shivakumar announced the initiative at a press conference, stating that this is the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Te

Hubballi: In a major boost to rail connectivity between Karnataka and Telangana, the South Central Railway has announced three new weekly express train services connecting Belagavi with Hyderabad, Secunderabad and Charlapalli. According to railway officials, the new services are aimed at improving passenger convenience and strengthening connectivity between north Karnataka and major cities in Telangana. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politi

Kalaburagi: The famous Kalaburagi Rotti, known as a signature part of the regions food culture, has now entered the global market with the launch of its first international export consignment. Rottis prepared by local women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from the district will now reach Kannadigas living in countries including the United States, Canada and Australia. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by

Shivamogga: Youth Congress workers staged a protest in Shivamogga condemning the alleged NEET question paper leak reported from Rajasthan and Uttarakhand, and attempted to gherao the residence of MP BY Raghavendra. The protest was held near the Vinobnagar police outpost circle, where activists raised slogans against the Union government, accusing it of mishandling the NEET Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp

Mangaluru: An FIR has been registered at the Ullal police station in Dakshina Kannada district in connection with the gherao of Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker and Ullal MLA UT Khader during a public programme linked to the ongoing Koragajja Circle controversy. According to police, the complaint was filed by Khaders personal security officer Mohammad Yasin, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegra

Bengaluru: Karnataka has achieved a significant milestone in the field of digital governance by securing national recognition for its outstanding performance in DigiLocker integration and implementation under the Digital India initiative. The state has been honoured by the Central Government for its exemplary progress in making public services more accessible, transparent and citizen-friendly through digital Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , P

Bengaluru: In a serious lapse that has raised questions about the implementation of the state governments flagship Gruha Lakshmi scheme, it has been revealed that nearly Rs 22 crore was credited to the bank accounts of deceased beneficiaries in Karnatakas Dakshina Kannada district. The shocking discrepancy came to light during a district-level review meeting on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram b

Mangaluru: The drug network in the educational hub of Mangaluru is reportedly expanding, raising serious concerns among law enforcement agencies. In a major breakthrough, Mulki police have arrested a college student for allegedly attempting to sell hydroponic ganja worth around Rs 35 lakh. The accused has been identified as 21-year-old Suhana, a native of Hulidevara Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Teleg

Raichur: The famous Mantralaya Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt, considered one of the most revered spiritual centres in Karnataka, has collected Rs 2.78 crore in offerings during a 20-day hundi counting exercise conducted for the months of April and May. According to official data released after the completion of the counting process, a total of Rs Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to o

Bengaluru: A shocking electric scooter explosion inside a residential house in Halasuru has claimed the life of a 65-year-old man, raising fresh concerns over battery safety in EV vehicles. The deceased has been identified as Lourdes Nathan, a resident of Mersy Town, Halasuru. Police said the incident occurred when the electric scooter, belonging to the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscr

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has directed the state government and forest department to disburse the promised reward amount to 72 personnel who were part of the Special Task Force (STF) involved in the operation against forest brigand Koose Munisamy Veerappan. The order was passed by a single-judge bench headed by Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscrib

Ramanagara: An emotional scene unfolded in the forest region near Mugguru in Ramanagara district after a wild elephant calf was found standing beside the body of its dead mother, apparently unaware that the animal had died. The incident was reported from the Mugguru forest area near Madivala in Kanakapura taluk under the Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government on Tuesday announced a 12.50 per cent increase in the salaries of employees and officers working in the states four road transport corporations, bringing relief to over one lakh staff members who had been demanding wage revision for several months. The revised pay scale will be applicable retrospectively from April 1, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscr

Hyderabad: Telangana is making strides in Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption with 91,572 new registrations and a market value of Rs 6,297 crore being recorded in the financial year 202526, Special Chief Secretary for Energy, Navin Mittal, stated on Tuesday, May 12. He was presenting Telanganas EV success story and execution strategy at a national conference Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscr

Hassan: Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda has defended Prime Minister Narendra Modi against criticism over rising fuel prices, stating that ongoing international conflicts and global instability are responsible for the economic situation. Speaking to reporters in Hassan on Tuesday, he reacted sharply to remarks made by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who had blamed the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on What

Bengaluru: Karnataka Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa on Tuesday, May 12, questioned whether irregularities related to the NEET examination had also affected Karnataka and criticised opposition leaders for remaining silent on the issue. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, the minister asked why Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders and Leader of Opposition R Ashoka were not reacting Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories

Bengaluru: Following the tragic death of a 10-year-old boy in a leopard attack near Male Mahadeshwara Hills, the Karnataka Forest Department has ordered the immediate suspension of all trekking routes across the state until further notice. The decision comes amid growing concern over rising incidents of human-wildlife conflict in the forest regions of Karnataka. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Teleg

theftBelagavi: An interstate gang accused of carrying out house burglaries under the cover of selling vegetables has been busted by Belagavi Police. The accused allegedly surveyed residential neighbourhoods during the daytime and later returned at night to commit thefts in locked houses. Police investigations revealed that the gang consisted of members from Maharashtra and Uttar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on Wha

Koppa: Confusion has surfaced over the gold ornaments worth nearly Rs 2.50 crore donated to the Anjanadri Hanuman temple by a Hyderabad-based businessman, prompting the Koppal district administration to initiate a fresh review of the submitted records and valuation documents. District authorities have clarified that the ornaments will be formally taken under the custody of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp

Hyderabad: Two people died in a horrific bus accident on the Karnataka-Telangana border on Tuesday, May 12, when their bike collided with a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus. According to sources, the accident occurred on the Zaheerabad-Bidar road when the bike, travelling from Telangana to Karnataka, and the KSRTC bus, coming from the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

Chikkamagaluru: In a major wildlife crime crackdown, the Crime Investigation Department Forest Mobile Squad police have arrested five persons for allegedly attempting to sell a rare two-headed red sand boa snake, estimated to be worth over Rs 1 crore in the illegal wildlife market. The accused were caught during a raid conducted at Vajpayee Layout Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

New Delhi: In a major relief to Congress leader TD Rajegowda, who had recently lost his MLA position following a recount of postal ballots in the Sringeri Assembly constituency, the Supreme Court on Monday stayed the Karnataka High Court order directing recounting of votes and allowed him to continue as MLA until further hearing. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channel

Bengaluru: Kukke Subrahmanya Temple has retained its position as Karnatakas highest revenue-generating Muzrai temple for the 15th straight year after recording a massive income of Rs 167.89 crore during the 2025-26 financial year. According to temple administration data, the temple earned a total revenue of Rs 167,89,09,080 between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegr

Bengaluru: In a heartbreaking incident, two children were burnt alive after a sudden fire broke out in a temporary shed at Narayanapura, Bengaluru, on Monday, May 11. The deceased children have been identified as five-year-old Arjun and three-year-old Asha. The family, which had reportedly come to the city in search of daily wage work, was Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our c

Chamarajanagar: Forest officials have intensified operations to capture a leopard following the death of a young boy in a leopard attack near Nagamale in the Male Mahadeshwara Hills Wildlife Sanctuary limits of Hanur taluk. The tragic incident occurred when a group was trekking from Male Mahadeshwara Hills towards Nagamale, during which the leopard allegedly attacked Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele

Bengaluru: In a major development for Bengalurus long-pending suburban rail initiative, Karnataka Rail Infrastructure Development Enterprise has given a Rs 1,513.75 crore contract to Integral Coach Factory (ICF) for the supply of 153 modern metro-style rail coaches. The contract marks a massive procurement decision under the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project and is expected to accelerate Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court has ruled that victims who turn hostile and fail to support the prosecution in criminal cases are not entitled to compensation under the governments victim compensation scheme. Justice V Srishananda passed the order while allowing a petition filed by the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority challenging a trial court direction Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegr