A 57-year-old senior MNC official in Bengaluru was defrauded of over Rs 31.8 crore in a six-month 'digital arrest' scam. Victim transferred money in 187 transactions after being convinced she was involved in a criminal case and needed to cooperate in a virtual investigation to avoid arrest. She complied even while hospitalized, fearing it would impact her son's wedding.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has dismissed rumors of stepping down as state Congress president, affirming his commitment as a disciplined soldier. He clarified his Delhi visit was for inviting leaders to foundation stone ceremonies for new party offices and to release his book.

Bengaluru Metro is set to extend its Green Line to Tumakuru, a 59.6km inter-city project. BMRCL has floated a tender for the detailed project report, with an estimated cost of Rs 20,000 crore. The proposed line, featuring 25 elevated stations, aims to boost Tumakuru's industrial growth and expects 15,000 passengers per hour.

As Delhi struggles with hazardous air, Bengaluru residents flag AQI spikes across neighbourhoods

K-100 is transforming the neglected stormwater drains in the city into vibrant public spaces

Karnataka's Chief Minister has approved a technology-driven action plan to combat rising human-wildlife conflicts. The strategy includes deploying drones for real-time animal tracking, strengthening surveillance, and collaborating with wildlife experts. This decisive shift aims to manage escalating encounters with elephants, leopards, and tigers straying into human settlements.

A radiologist in Bengaluru has been booked for allegedly sexually harassing a woman during a medical scan. The accused reportedly touched the patient inappropriately and threatened her when confronted. The victim recorded parts of the incident, which has been submitted as evidence to the police.

Environmental icon 'Saalumarada' Thimmakka, renowned for planting nearly 400 banyan trees along a 5km highway stretch, passed away at 114. Her decades-long dedication, alongside her husband, created a vital green corridor, now a testament to her profound commitment to nature and a living ecological heritage.