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Bengaluru techie duped of Rs 48 lakh by fake Ayurvedic 'Guruji' over sexual issue treatment; suffers kidney damage

A 29-year-old software engineer was allegedly defrauded of Rs 48 lakh by a self-proclaimed Ayurvedic healer and a medicine shop. The healer sold him costly herbal products, claiming they would cure his sexual health issues. The victim's health reportedly worsened after consuming the medicines, leading to kidney complications.

23 Nov 2025 5:07 pm
Bengaluru: Auto driver sets himself on fire during police routine check; tension in area

A 35-year-old auto driver in Chitradurga attempted self-immolation after alleging persistent harassment by traffic police during a drunk-driving check. He poured petrol on himself and set himself ablaze near Gandhi Circle, reportedly after being manhandled. Onlookers rescued him; he is in serious condition with 50 percent burns.

23 Nov 2025 4:49 pm
Managers held hostage in Bengaluru: Police arrest 8 people posing as cops

Bengaluru police have rescued four BPO managers abducted by a gang posing as officers, including a serving police constable. The accused extorted Rs 8.90 lakh from the operations manager and demanded more cash. Acting on a complaint, police arrested eight individuals and seized two vehicles used in the kidnapping.

23 Nov 2025 2:41 pm
Public transport in Bengaluru: Long way to go

BMTC runs one of the largest city bus fleets in India, and the Metro network is fast improving. Yet, many are reluctant to take these public transport systems, which are the only real solution to the city's infamous traffic congestion. Last mile connectivity - from homes and inside massive biz campuses - is a big issue. As are the absent/ awful footpaths.

23 Nov 2025 10:58 am
Inside job: How a police constable 'trained' gang for Bengaluru's biggest cash van robbery; 6 arrested

Bengaluru police have arrested six individuals, including a police constable, in connection with a daring daylight heist of Rs 7.11 crore from a bank van. A massive hunt across six states led to the recovery of Rs 6.29 crore, with the investigation highlighting insider involvement and meticulous planning by the gang.

23 Nov 2025 7:10 am
Bengaluru: Astrologer promises to build temple, dupes teacher of Rs 1 crore, 180g gold

A 56-year-old music teacher has accused an astrologer and three associates of defrauding her of nearly Rs 1 crore in cash and 180 grams of gold. The accused allegedly exploited her faith, promising to build a Goddess Lakshmi temple in Kapu, Udupi district.

23 Nov 2025 3:15 am
Bengaluru van heist: Police constable among 3 arrested in city's biggest cash dacoity; Rs 5.76 crore recovered

Bengaluru police have cracked a major daylight cash dacoity, arresting three individuals including a police constable and former firm employee. The operation involved hijacking a cash van carrying Rs 7.11 crore, with the accused posing as RBI officials. Recovered cash amounts to Rs 5.76 crore, and efforts are underway to apprehend remaining culprits.

22 Nov 2025 2:59 pm
Machete murder in car: Bengaluru man kills younger brother with friend; body dumped in stone quarry

A 29-year-old man, facing constant threats from his younger brother, allegedly murdered him with the help of two friends. The victim, Dhanaraj, was killed in a car and his body disposed of in a stone quarry. Police identified the accused cab drivers through CCTV footage.

22 Nov 2025 11:42 am
All eyes on Saturday showdown: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah vows full term delivery; DK Shivakumar wishes him 'luck'

Speculation over a Karnataka leadership change intensifies as CM Siddaramaiah prepares to meet AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge. MLAs reportedly urged Kharge for a CM handover to DK Shivakumar, citing a power-sharing deal. Siddaramaiah, however, asserted his commitment to presenting future budgets, while Shivakumar emphasized adherence to the high command's decision.

22 Nov 2025 10:05 am
Karnatakas lone Covid orphan without a home survives on grit & fortitude

While 232 Covid orphans in Karnataka found homes, one 17-year-old boy remained without a permanent place. Now a first-year engineering student, Rakesh Chandrashekar Shetty lives in rented accommodation and relies on friends' homes during holidays, driven by his mother's dream of his success.

22 Nov 2025 7:50 am
Rs 7-crore heist in Bengaluru: Innova trail, insider calls; cops close in on masterminds of dairy circle cash van robbery

Bengaluru police are zeroing in on a city constable and a former CMS employee in connection with the Rs 7 crore cash van heist. Investigations suggest the policeman may have aided in arranging the getaway vehicle, a Toyota Innova, used by the suspects.

22 Nov 2025 7:37 am