The Times of India

A Child Welfare Committee member in Ramanagara, Haniyur Chandregowda, faces arrest for allegedly blackmailing a woman with explicit photos and videos, forcing her into a sexual relationship. Police discovered similar compromising material of other women on his phone. He also reportedly defrauded her of lakhs and used her documents fraudulently.

Urban working parents face the challenge of keeping children engaged in summer holidays. Across Bengaluru, apartment complexes and specialized camps are stepping in, offering structured programs that blend sports, skill development, and social interaction. These initiatives are fostering holistic growth and a sense of community for children.

Apartment living comes with its own quirks & challenges.Tina Shashikanth explores how buildings full of strangers can transform into thriving support networks

While Bengaluru experienced a welcome temperature drop after pre-monsoon showers, northern and central Karnataka continue to swelter under intense heat, with some areas exceeding 44 degrees Celsius. Health officials report mild heatwave symptoms and are monitoring critical cases, issuing advisories. Rains are expected to persist in South Interior Karnataka until May 1.

Following a tragic incident where seven people died after a hospital compound wall collapsed due to heavy rain, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has suspended an executive engineer. The government is tightening safety measures, ordering the eviction of vendors from dangerous structures, and identifying vulnerable city locations. Preparations are underway for the approaching monsoon.