C N Guruprasanna has been elected as the President of the Century Club, a prestigious 109-year-old social institution in Bengaluru, succeeding the annual elections. Lahari Anand Govindswamy Naidu joins the Executive Committee for the 2025-26 term. Founded by Sir M Visvesvaraya, the new committee aims to enhance member engagement and uphold the legacy of its founders.

Following the poisoning of five tigers in MM Hills, Karnataka's Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre has demanded a comprehensive report on tiger deaths in the state over the past five and a half years, during which 82 tigers were lost. Khandre seeks details on natural versus unnatural deaths, reasons for unnatural deaths, mutilation of carcasses, and actions taken against negligent foresters.

A fire erupted in the seminar room of a Bengaluru hospital around 3 am, originating from a refrigerator switchboard. Prompt action by Dr. Divya, who first noticed the blaze, and HOD Dr. Yogeshwarappa Patil, who activated 'code red,' ensured the swift evacuation of all patients.

The Central Administrative Tribunal has cancelled the suspension of senior IPS officer Vikas Kumar. He was suspended after the Bengaluru stampede incident. The tribunal cited a lack of specific evidence against Kumar. It also urged the government to review the suspensions of other officials. The stampede occurred outside Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4.

A fire erupted in the seminar room of Victoria Hospital's burns block early Tuesday morning due to a switchboard short circuit. Prompt action by hospital staff and fire services ensured no casualties, with 26 patients safely relocated to another block. Medical care remained uninterrupted, and authorities are investigating the incident, confirming everyone is safe and the situation is under control.

How dental records are an underutilised resource for victim identification during catastrophes

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has criticized Prada for selling Kolhapuri chappals at exorbitant prices, urging for the promotion of local artisans. He emphasized that artisans from Belagavi, Bagalkot, and Dharwad deserve recognition, better compensation, and global exposure.