The Times of India

Bengaluru region recorded a 98.9% pass rate in the Class 10 CBSE exams, securing third place nationally behind Thiruvananthapuram and Vijayawada. Despite a strong overall performance, mathematics proved challenging for many students, though science and social science scores saw improvements. The introduction of two board exams for Class 10 students led to an earlier than usual results announcement.

A special court in Bengaluru convicted former Congress minister Vinay Kulkarni and 16 others for plotting and executing the murder of BJP worker Yogesh Gowda in 2016. The court found them guilty of murder and conspiracy, with sentencing to be announced Thursday. Kulkarni, who was present in court, broke down upon hearing the verdict.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined a nine-point citizen-led development agenda for Viksit Karnataka and Viksit Bharat at the Sri Aadichunchanagiri Mutt. He urged water conservation, supporting local industries, natural farming, and incorporating yoga and service into daily life for collective progress.

Karnataka Congress has suspended Member of Legislative Council Abdul Jabbar for alleged anti-party activities during the Davanagere South by-election. Jabbar, who sought a ticket to become an MLA but was overlooked in favor of Samarth Shamanur Mallikarjuna, is accused of supporting other candidates. The suspension was ordered by state president and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar.

A Koramangala resident's complaint about an EV battery firm's R&D operations in a residential building has escalated into a civic issue. Despite authorities issuing notices for unauthorized commercial activity, noise, and air pollution, the firm has failed to comply. The Greater Bengaluru Authority is now planning stricter action after verifying the extent of violations.

A Bengaluru homemaker tragically smothered her 13-year-old daughter before taking her own life. The devastating discovery was made by the husband's brother after repeated calls went unanswered. Preliminary findings suggest the mother, reportedly suffering from depression, used a pillow on her daughter before hanging herself. The family had dined out the previous evening.