The Times of India

A civil engineer from Bhopal, Irfan, has been apprehended for allegedly orchestrating an illegal arms supply network. Police seized three country-made pistols, revolver parts, and live ammunition from his residence. This arrest follows the apprehension of two individuals in Bengaluru who reportedly received weapons from Irfan, highlighting an interstate arms racket.

On a lively Sunday night, Namma Metro's Green Line was thrown into chaos as a group of eleven spirited youths was detained for their exuberant antics.

A special probe committee has ruled out AI generation for sleaze videos allegedly involving suspended Karnataka DGP Ramachandra Rao. The panel's report stated the clips are neither deepfakes nor edited. This development has led to a notice being issued to Rao, initiating a departmental inquiry.

The hit song from 'KD: The Devil' has ignited a heated discussion in Parliament for its supposedly explicit lyrics. A Union minister has officially banned the track, stressing that the rights to free speech must consider cultural sensitivities. In response, the song's lyricist has issued an apology and is open to reworking the Hindi adaptation to address the concerns raised.

A woman from West Bengal, Sarbanu Khatun, has been granted bail by the high court in Bengaluru. She was arrested for allegedly raising the 'Jai Bangla' slogan after being instigated during an eviction drive. The court considered her domestic situation and the circumstances of the incident.

Apartment communities are celebrating Ugadi and Ram Navami, fostering stronger bonds through shared traditions and cultural pride. Residents are participating in festive activities like rangoli competitions, cultural quizzes, and the symbolic Ram Sita Kalyanam, reinforcing values of togetherness and mutual respect.

From traditional neighborhoods to newer sites, the city celebrates Ramzan with a diverse array of dishes, attracting a wide mix of visitors and fostering community spirit.

Karnataka is boosting fish supply by stocking 4.5 crore fish fry in 38 reservoirs. This initiative supports local aquaculture, farmers, and consumer demand. The state provides subsidies to registered fish farmers for rearing fish in their ponds. Discussions are also underway to establish a new fish fingerling production center near Yagachi reservoir.

A 17-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her 25-year-old fianc, Sabeel, in Bengaluru. His family discovered her body in an abandoned house in DH Halli, with preliminary findings suggesting her throat was slit. Police have registered a murder case and are actively searching for the absconding suspect.

Bengaluru's infamous traffic woes are being tackled head-on with an innovative drone delivery service! Narayana Health and Airbound are reshaping the landscape of healthcare logistics, slashing a tedious one-hour road trip to just 10 minutes in the air.

A family's unusual attempt to courier an elderly man in a gunny bag to Mangaluru at a Bengaluru courier office shocked staff. The group, later revealed to be relatives, confessed the stunt was a protest against high bus ticket prices during festive seasons. Police, after reviewing CCTV, found no charges filed but warned of action if the courier agency complained.

A city cafe's viral bill, featuring a 'gas crisis charge' for mint lemonades, sparked outrage and humor online. The cafe owner clarified it was a system error due to LPG shortages, stating the customer wasn't actually charged. However, the unusual fee raised questions about its legitimacy and potential violation of consumer laws.

A mechanic was brutally beaten to death by a group with a cricket bat and logs near Wilson Garden, allegedly over protection money demands and a dispute concerning his shop's concrete roof construction. Seven individuals have been arrested following the violent incident that occurred in front of the victim's children. Police are investigating the exact circumstances.