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Hyderabad: A local court in Hyderabad on Friday, July 17, sentenced a Bengaluru-based businessman to life in prison for his involvement in a murder in Attapur in 2017. The convict, Nisar Ahmed, 40, owns a leather business. Nisar and the victim, Neesar Ahmed, had rented a flat at Sajid Residency in Santosh Nagar Colony in 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 al

Ramanagara: A 16-year-old boy allegedly shot dead his minor girlfriend with a country-made firearm after suspecting her of being in contact with another boy in Karnatakas Ramanagara district. The incident, which occurred on July 10 in Kodihalli police station limits of Kanakapura taluk, came to light after a police investigation. According to police, the victim Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram b

Mysuru: Karnataka Exhibition Authority is planning to transform the Mysuru Exhibition Grounds into a year-round amusement park to boost tourism and ensure continuous public engagement, Minister Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah said on Friday. Addressing a press conference at the Karnataka Exhibition Authority auditorium, he said the proposal aims to make the venue a permanent recreational destination Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and To

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Lokayukta launched three major anti-corruption operations on Friday, resulting in the arrest of an Assistant Public Prosecutor in Kalaburagi, the detention of a senior Tourism Department official in Chitradurga district and a surprise inspection of the Shira City Municipal Council over alleged bribery in public services. The first operation took place at Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on Wha

Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Friday directed traders occupying alleged encroachments on the footpath beneath the Mysuru Road flyover near KR Market to vacate the premises and hand over possession to the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) within two weeks. Hearing petitions filed by Samuel and other traders challenging the GBAs recent demolition drive, Justice Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tel

Koppal: A newly renovated railway station in Koppal came under criticism on Friday, July 17, after rainwater leaked into the premises just hours before Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to virtually inaugurate the facility. The incident has sparked public outrage, with many questioning the quality of the construction work carried out at the station. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by s

Bengaluru: An FIR was registered on Friday, July 17, after a hoax bomb threat was received aboard a Bengaluru-Ahmedabad IndiGo flight shortly before its scheduled departure from the Kempegowda International Airport here, police said. The incident occurred on IndiGo flight 6E-6423, which was scheduled to depart from Bengaluru at 8 pm on July 16, they Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribin

Bengaluru: A 25-year-old woman was brutally hacked to death in full public view after being dragged out of a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus at the BC Road bus stand in Dakshina Kannada district on Thursday, July 16 evening. The deceased has been identified as Lavanya, a resident of Kakyapadavu. According to police, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our ch

Mangaluru: Police have busted an alleged counterfeit currency printing unit operating from Adenja village in Uppinangady police station limits of Dakshina Kannada district and arrested seven persons involved in printing fake Rs 500 currency notes. Dakshina Kannada Superintendent of Police Dr Arun Kumar said the accused were printing counterfeit Rs 500 notes on paper using Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

Bengaluru: Following the formation of the Congress Government 2.0 in Karnataka, the exercise for cabinet expansion has intensified, triggering intense speculation and a high-stakes cabinet circus within the party circles. The development has left numerous ministerial aspirants waiting on the edge of their seats. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and KPCC President B.K. Hariprasad have already Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Sto

Koppal: The Karnataka Lokayukta has arrested a former executive engineer of the Karnataka Rural Infrastructure Development Limited (KRIDL) in connection with the alleged Rs 78-crore corruption case involving irregularities in the execution of government-funded development works in Koppal district. The arrested accused has been identified as Jharanappa M. Chincholikar , a former Executive Engineer of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics a

Raichur: A one-and-a-half-year-old girl succumbed to her injuries on Wednesday, July 15, after being brutally attacked by a pack of stray dogs in Karnatakas Raichur district. The incident triggered outrage among local residents and renewed demands for effective measures to tackle the growing menace of stray animals. The victim, identified as 18-month-old Anam, was playing Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

Dharwad: A 45-year-old anaesthesiologist was found murdered with stab injuries inside his apartment in Dharwad, while his 10-year-old son was seriously injured in the same incident. Police have detained the doctors wife for questioning after suspecting her involvement in the crime. The deceased has been identified as Dr Kiran Honnannavar, an anaesthesiologist at Chirayu Hospital. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on Wh

Bengaluru: In a major move to improve traffic flow in the city, Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda on Wednesday, July 15, directed officials to relocate BMTC bus stops located within 75 metres of traffic signals. The decision was taken during a high-level meeting convened to address the citys worsening traffic congestion. Since assuming charge Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by s

Kalaburagi: One of the three convicts who escaped from the Kalaburagi Central Prison has been recaptured after a police operation in which the accused was shot in the leg for allegedly attempting to attack officers on Wednesday. The injured convict and two police constables who sustained injuries during the operation are undergoing treatment at GIMS Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribin

Bengaluru: A Special Court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Bengaluru has sentenced Mohammed Hanif Khan, a key accused in the Al-Hind terror conspiracy case, to seven years of rigorous imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 48,000. Hanif is the first accused to be convicted in the case, while trials against the remaining Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels

Bengaluru: With several districts in Karnataka facing a severe rainfall deficit, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting the Centre to immediately depute an inter-ministerial team to assess the emerging drought situation in the state. He has also sought timely assistance from the Union government to help mitigate the impact Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Te

Mangaluru: A 21-year-old MBBS student allegedly died by suicide after jumping from the fifth floor of a residential apartment in Surathkal on Tuesday, July 14. The deceased has been identified as Mahalakshmi, a second-year MBBS student of Srinivas Medical College at Mukka and a native of Hubballi. According to police, Mahalakshmi was residing in a 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 exonerated senior IPS officers B. Dayananda, Vikash Kumar Vikash and Shekhar H. Tekkannavar in connection with the June 4, 2025, Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede case in which 11 people were killed, bringing an end to the departmental proceedings initiated against them under the All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & T

Mandya: The inflow into the Krishnaraja Sagar (KRS) reservoir has dropped sharply following a decline in rainfall across the Cauvery catchment area, raising fresh concerns among farmers in the Old Mysuru region. Just a few days ago, heavy rains had pushed the reservoirs inflow beyond 12,000 cusecs. However, with rainfall easing, the inflow has fallen Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribi

Shivamogga: Seventeen migrant workers, including children, were injured after a Bolero vehicle carrying them overturned near Mandagadde in Shivamogga district on Monday, July 13. The accident occurred while the workers were travelling to coffee plantations in Kalasa, police said. According to officials, the vehicle was carrying 29 people, all migrant workers from Madhya Pradesh. The Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on

Kalaburagi: Three convicted prisoners escaped from the Kalaburagi Central Jail in the early hours of Monday, July 13, triggering a major security alert and raising serious questions over prison security. The escape occurred in Kalaburagi, the home district of Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge. The escaped convicts have been identified as Mastan, Santosh and Sagar, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Te

Bengaluru: The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has suspended a driver-cum-conductor after Transport Minister Byrathi Sureshs surprise inspection exposed shortcomings in passenger service during a late-night bus journey. The suspended employee has been identified as Ramakrishna T.G. The action follows the ministers unannounced reality check on July 11, when he boarded a BMTC bus travelling Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , P

Bidar: A murder accused who escaped from police custody just six hours after his arrest has been recaptured by Bidar police, triggering questions over security lapses at the Khatak Chincholi Police Station. The accused, identified as Kailash, had been arrested in connection with the murder of a 32-year-old woman, Anita, in Halagorta village of Bhalki Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribi

Shivamogga: Police have busted a major fake gold loan racket in Shivamogga that allegedly cheated nationalised banks and cooperative institutions of lakhs of rupees by pledging counterfeit gold ornaments. Days after arresting one of the accused, Lokesh, Doddapete police have now apprehended the alleged kingpin, Rahul, while efforts are underway to trace the remaining accused. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsA

Bengaluru: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two key accused who had been absconding for nearly four years in the murder case of BJP Yuva Morcha leader Praveen Nettaru, marking a significant breakthrough in one of Karnatakas most high-profile murder investigations. The arrested accused have been identified as Naushad (32), a resident of Poyyagudde Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Teleg

Hyderabad: Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) move to provide free bus connectivity for passengers travelling to Bengaluru is gaining praise. The initiative, aimed at improving end-to-end travel, has led to additional 60-70 ticket bookings daily, according to the corporation. The corporation launched the a facility under which passengers holding a valid TGSRTC ticket to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Storie

Belagavi: A tragic accident claimed the lives of two labourers after a rain-weakened house collapsed during repair work in Kottalagi village of Athani taluk in Belagavi district on Sunday, July 12. The deceased have been identified as Mahadev Krishnappa Badiger, 48, and Saiyad Kempawadi, 32. According to preliminary information, the house owned by Lakshmibai Nandagonda Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Te

Bengaluru: A disturbing incident raising fresh concerns over womens safety in the city has come to light after an e-commerce delivery agent allegedly forced his way into a womans apartment on the pretext of using the restroom and later behaved inappropriately. The survivor shared her ordeal in a social media post, prompting police to initiate Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to ou

Bengaluru: Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday, July 11, assured Karnataka government employees that the demand for restoring the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for employees covered under the National Pension System (NPS) would be placed before the State Cabinet after the committee submits its report. The assurance came during a felicitation programme organised by the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & T

Mysuru: Legendary playback singer S. Janaki had declined the Padma Bhushan, Indias third-highest civilian honour, when it was announced by the Central Government in 2013, saying the recognition had come too late in her illustrious career. Reacting to the award at the time, Janaki had expressed disappointment that the Centre had failed to recognise her Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscrib

Kolar: The National Lok Adalat held in Kolar district received an overwhelming response on Saturday, July 11, with six estranged couples choosing reconciliation over divorce and resuming their marital lives through mutual settlement. The reunited couples exchanged flower garlands at the Family Court after agreeing to resolve their differences, providing one of the most heartwarming Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on

Chikkaballapura: A 65-year-old woman has been arrested for allegedly performing black magic on the chair of a woman judge inside the Chikkaballapura court premises in an apparent attempt to secure a favourable verdict in a civil dispute. The accused, identified as Manjula, a resident of Valasanna Beedi in Chikkaballapura city, allegedly sprinkled consecrated white mustard Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

Bengaluru: A shocking case of triple murder followed by suicide was reported from Kottigepalya under the Kamakshipalya police station limits in Bengaluru on Saturday morning, July 11. A 34-year-old man allegedly hacked his mother, grandmother and uncle to death with a sharp weapon before ending his own life inside the house. Police suspect the accused Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscrib

Kannur: Four people died in a car accident near Koodali here while travelling to attend a wedding, police said on Saturday, July 11. The incident occurred around 11.20 pm on Friday, July 10, when the car crashed into a tree and was completely wrecked. There were five youths, all between the ages of 20-23 years, 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 also downloa

Bengaluru: Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President BK Hariprasad on Friday, July 10, courted controversy by alleging that major violent incidents had followed previous Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) meetings and questioned the purpose of the organisations ongoing national conclave in Belagavi. He also intensified his attack on the BJP over the alleged Ayodhya Ram Temple Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Storie

Raichur : A dispute over a mere Rs 10 at a petrol bunk near Hanchinal Camp in Raichur taluk escalated into a brutal murder, with police arresting six accused in connection with the case. The entire assault was captured on the petrol bunks CCTV cameras, providing crucial evidence in the investigation. The deceased has been 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 a

Bengaluru : Multilingual actor Prakash Raj appeared before a Bengaluru magistrate court on Friday, July 10, and secured bail after the court had issued a non-bailable warrant against him for failing to appear in connection with a private complaint alleging that he possessed multiple voter identity cards. The complaint was filed by K. Dileep Kumar Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing t

Bengaluru : The Karnataka government has kick-started preparations for the world-famous Mysuru Dasara 2026, with Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar chairing a high-level preparatory meeting at Vidhana Soudha on Friday. The meeting finalised the schedule for the 10-day state festival, with the inauguration set for October 11 at 11.50 am atop Chamundi Hill and the grand Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegra

Bengaluru: Barely 15 days after its inauguration, Bengalurus newly opened SM Krishna Road is witnessing rampant wrong-way driving, raising serious concerns over commuter safety on the signal-free corridor. The 10.7-km, 10-lane arterial road connecting Kadabagere Cross on Magadi Road with Challaghatta Metro Station was inaugurated on June 27 to ease traffic congestion and reduce travel Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories

Bengaluru: BJP MP Tejasvi Surya has written to Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda requesting the immediate implementation of the Banashankari Skywalk project, stating that the long-pending pedestrian facility should not be dropped in favour of the proposed B-SMILE flyover. Sharing the letter on social media, Surya said the Banashankari junction witnesses heavy pedestrian movement Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and To

Bengaluru: A major fire broke out after a petrol tanker crashed into a roadside tree on the outskirts of Doddaballapur in Bengaluru Rural district on Wednesday, July 8, setting ablaze another lorry parked nearby. Fortunately, both drivers escaped unhurt before the flames engulfed the vehicles. The incident occurred near the 11th Mile under the jurisdiction Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

Bengaluru: Nestled amid nearly 15 acres of lush greenery on the citys bustling Residency Road, the Bengaluru Club stands as one of the citys most prestigious institutions. Established in 1868, the club has witnessed over 158 years of history and has served as a meeting place for royalty, politicians, industrialists, senior bureaucrats and business leaders. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

Haveri: In an inspiring gesture that has won widespread appreciation, the headmistress of a government school in Karnatakas Haveri district chose to celebrate her sons birthday by transforming the school where she serves instead of spending on a lavish celebration. The initiative has given a fresh identity to the Government Urdu Higher Primary School at Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscr

Madikeri: Relentless monsoon rains continued to lash several parts of Kodagu district on Wednesday, July 8, prompting authorities to issue an Orange Alert till July 10 as heavy rainfall triggered flooding, road damage, rising river levels and widespread disruption of power supply. The district administration has also temporarily closed the iconic Raja Seat tourist destination Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsA

New Delhi: Karnataka Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister K.H. Muniyappa on Tuesday, July 7, met Union Minister Pralhad Joshi in New Delhi and urged the Centre to release long-pending Minimum Support Price (MSP) reimbursement dues to the state. During the meeting, Muniyappa submitted a memorandum seeking the release of pending funds under various Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by

Karwar: A pilgrimage trip turned into a tragedy after six young men, all working as part-time delivery partners for Swiggy, were killed and four others sustained serious injuries in a devastating head-on collision between a Tempo Cruiser and a lorry near Balagar in the Arabail Ghat section of Yellapur taluk in Uttara Kannada district early Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our c

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Lokayukta on Wednesday carried out simultaneous raids on the residences and offices of 10 government officials across seven districts in connection with alleged disproportionate assets, unearthing cash, gold, luxury properties, agricultural land and other valuable assets running into crores of rupees. The statewide operation targeted officials serving in Bengaluru, Bengaluru South, Raichur, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Spo

Bengaluru: The investigation into the sensational triple murder in Bengalurus KR Puram, in which a couple allegedly murdered the womans parents and younger sister, has gathered pace, with police planning to seek permission for a narco analysis test on the two accused. According to investigators, the accused, Shwetha and Kenneth, have been giving contradictory versions Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tel

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has directed all gram panchayats across the state to establish dedicated Help and Facilitation Centres to assist citizens in applying for the newly introduced Permanent Resident Certificate. According to an order issued by the Karnataka Panchayat Raj Commissionerate under the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department, each centre must be equipped Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Storie