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Videos show Bengaluru Central Prison inmates using mobiles; 3 cops suspended

Disturbing footage from Bengaluru Central Prison has surfaced, revealing undertrials allegedly using mobile devices and pointing fingers at DGP Alok Kumar for the supply. An internal inquiry has indicated that the inmates may have intended to derail ongoing jail reforms. Thankfully, the investigation has cleared DGP Kumar of any wrongdoing, with no substantial evidence found.

30 Mar 2026 6:18 am
Debts & illness: 2 die as Bengaluru man attacks family, bids suicide

A 26-year-old man allegedly attacked his family, resulting in two deaths, due to mounting business debts and his sister's critical illness. He then attempted suicide. The incident, which occurred in Mallenahalli, saw his mother and sister die on the spot, while he and his nephew remain in critical condition.

30 Mar 2026 3:50 am
Sustained harassment by creditors: What 'drove' Bengaluru family to deadly suicide bid; 2 dead, 2 critical

A Bengaluru family's crippling debt and a daughter's critical illness led to a tragic suicide attempt. Two women died, while a man and a child are critically injured. A video message revealed the family's despair over lender pressure and financial ruin, possibly linked to a chit fund business and medical expenses. Investigations are underway.

29 Mar 2026 2:10 pm
'RCB will win IPL this year': Security breach in Bengaluru jail; inmates hide phones in toilet pipes, leak videos

Three undertrial prisoners at Parappana Agrahara Central Prison recorded videos falsely accusing DGP Alok Kumar of providing them with mobile phones. The incident, occurring after a barrack shift aimed at curbing illegal activities, led to the suspension of three warders. Authorities recovered two phones hidden in a toilet pipe, with investigations ongoing to address communication loopholes.

29 Mar 2026 12:29 pm
Bengaluru horror: Man slits throats of mother, sister, nephew, then attempts suicide; 2 critical

A family of four attempted suicide due to mounting debts, resulting in two deaths and two critically injured. Preliminary investigations suggest financial distress from a chit fund business and a daughter's medical treatment led to the tragedy. The family recorded a video before the incident, citing pressure from lenders.

29 Mar 2026 9:58 am
Bengaluru delivery agent booked for marrying minor girl, now five months pregnant

Police are searching for a food-delivery agent, Nataraj, in his 20s, for allegedly marrying a 17-year-old girl who is now five months pregnant. The marriage, reportedly a decision by both families after the girl, a school dropout, was found to be in love with Nataraj, has led to a case being registered under child protection laws.

29 Mar 2026 9:33 am
Love, lies & trading trap: Bengaluru techie falls for marriage offer, loses 18.7L

A Bengaluru software engineer was defrauded of Rs 18.7 lakh by a woman he met on a dating app. Initially building trust with promises of a serious relationship and financial support, she lured him into online trading. Despite early profits, he was eventually unable to withdraw funds, leading to his realization of the scam.

29 Mar 2026 9:12 am
'Sharm nahi aati tumko': Bengaluru professor who called student 'terrorist' 13 times suspended

In a shocking turn of events, a professor from PES University has been suspended following the release of a video where he repeatedly referred to a minority student as a 'terrorist' during a lecture. The incident, which took place on March 24, has prompted the police to initiate a suo motu criminal case.

29 Mar 2026 5:36 am