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4 daily wage labourers found dead inside shed in Karnataka's Hoskote

Tragedy struck in Sulibele, Karnataka, as four daily wage labourers from Assam were discovered dead in a warehouse shed. Colleagues found the men motionless, prompting a police investigation. Authorities are exploring the possibility of suffocation from a gas leak as the potential cause, though the exact circumstances remain under scrutiny.

31 Jan 2026 3:54 pm
Suspicious material explodes in Karnataka's Bidar: 6, including 4 children, injured

Six individuals, including four children, were injured in Bidar district on Saturday following an explosion of an unidentified substance. While the children are reported to be in stable condition, two adults sustained serious injuries and are hospitalized.

31 Jan 2026 2:27 pm
Confident Group chairman CJ Roy's death: Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge calls it case of pure harassment by IT officials

Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge alleged the death of Confident Group chairman CJ Roy was due to pure harassment by the Income Tax Department. Roy allegedly died by suicide after his company was raided in December and faced a chargesheet deadline. Kharge accused the Centre of misusing agencies against those not aligned with the government.

31 Jan 2026 12:31 pm
Blow-by-blow account of Confident Group chairman CJ Roys death in Bengaluru: 'Asked to sign documents, then gunshot'

Confident Group chairman CJ Roy died from a gunshot wound at his Bengaluru office Friday, amid ongoing Income Tax searches. Officials stated Roy was not restricted during the three-day IT operation. His family, arriving from Dubai, blames the Kerala-based IT team for his death. Roy's early career success was highlighted.

31 Jan 2026 11:49 am
Who was Confident Group chairman CJ Roy? Kerala-born entrepreneur, philanthropist and luxury car aficionado

From humble beginnings managing his mother's real estate accounts, CJ Roy rose to become a prominent developer and philanthropist. His foresight in investing in Bengaluru's periphery, particularly Sarjapur, and his ventures into entertainment and sports sponsorships cemented his legacy. Roy's journey exemplifies strategic vision and impactful community engagement.

31 Jan 2026 10:15 am
Confident Group chairman CJ Roy had 1.3M Instagram followers: High-end cars, chopper rides, travel stories

Real estate tycoon CJ Roy has died. His family blames income tax officials from Kerala for his death. Roy, owner of Confident Group, was under investigation. He had a large social media following. His last post was for Republic Day. The family is expected to arrive in Bengaluru soon. Investigations into the circumstances are ongoing.

31 Jan 2026 8:52 am
Video of Bengaluru cop caught red-handed taking Rs 4 lakh bribe goes viral

A police inspector, Govindaraju, was caught accepting a Rs 4 lakh bribe in Bengaluru. A video surfaced showing him resisting arrest by Lokayukta officials. He allegedly demanded Rs 5 lakh to help a complainant in a cheating case, having already received Rs 1 lakh prior.

31 Jan 2026 7:40 am
How Confident Group chairman CJ Roys final hours unfolded at his Bengaluru office amid Income Tax searches: He kept his briefcase with pistol and documents always close to him

Confident Group chairman C J Roy, 57, was found dead from a gunshot wound at his Bengaluru office on Friday. The incident occurred shortly after Income Tax officials, who had been conducting searches for three days, asked him to stay to review documents. Roy reportedly went into his cabin and a gunshot was heard minutes later.

31 Jan 2026 7:01 am
From bricks to blockbusters: How CJ Roy turned Bengalurus fringe into fortune

CJ Roy transformed from managing his mother's real estate accounts to becoming a wealthy developer by betting on overlooked land along Sarjapur Road. This foresight, honed by early exposure to property transactions, led him to launch Confident Group and capitalize on Bengaluru's tech boom, achieving spectacular returns.

31 Jan 2026 5:58 am
I-T officials solely responsible for CJ Roys death, says Bengaluru real estate tycoons brother

Confident Group owner CJ Roy tragically died by suicide, with his family accusing Kerala income tax officials of causing immense pressure and harassment. Roy's brother alleged repeated scrutiny despite his claims of compliance, leading to unbearable stress. The family plans to discuss filing a complaint against the officials involved.

31 Jan 2026 4:56 am
Bengaluru: Persistent aims to hit $5bn by FY31

Persistent Systems aims to reach $5 billion in revenue by FY2031, driven by AI-led execution and strategic acquisitions. The company is on track to achieve $2 billion by FY27, with recent growth fueled by shorter deal cycles and a focus on tangible AI outcomes for clients.

30 Jan 2026 3:56 pm
Encora acquisition to boost Coforge revenue to $2.5billion

IT firm Coforge is set to acquire US-based Encora for approximately $2.5 billion in combined revenue, aiming to bolster its AI-led engineering and cloud services. CEO Sudhir Singh highlighted a shift from AI experimentation to measurable business outcomes, with nearly $2 billion of the merged entity's revenue focused on these strategic areas.

30 Jan 2026 3:35 pm
New plaintiffs join class action against Cognizants TriZetto over data breach

New plaintiffs are seeking over $5 million from Cognizant's TriZetto. An unauthorized party accessed TriZetto's web portal in November 2024. The breach went undetected for nearly a year. Names, addresses, and social security numbers were exposed. TriZetto is accused of failing to follow industry-standard security practices. Cognizant stated it takes information protection seriously.

30 Jan 2026 3:29 pm
Bengaluru teacher booked for branding Class IV student over homework

A Bengaluru teacher, Angalina, faces charges under the Juvenile Justice Act for allegedly branding a Class IV student for incomplete homework. The incident, which occurred on January 10, also involved the teacher threatening the boy to conceal the act from his parents. The boy's mother filed a complaint with the police on Thursday, leading to the registration of the case.

30 Jan 2026 3:02 pm
Falsely accused me of harassment: Woman elopes with lover 3 months after wedding; husband, her brother-in-law die by suicide

A newlywed man died by suicide after his wife eloped with her lover. The woman's brother-in-law also took his life upon learning of the incident. A suicide note from the first victim alleged false accusations and threats from his wife's family.

30 Jan 2026 12:24 pm
Congress video hails brand DK Shivakumar as Karnataka power tussle with Siddaramaiah simmers

Amidst Karnataka's Congress power tussle, the party highlighted Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar with a social media video, calling him a rand. This follows an incident where CM Siddaramaiah expressed irritation over pro-Shivakumar slogans at a rally, underscoring ongoing internal friction despite assurances of party high command's decisions.

30 Jan 2026 11:43 am
Bengaluru weather today: Sunny skies, comfortable temperatures; air quality advisory

Bengaluru basks in sunshine today after yesterday's 'Poor' air quality. Expect comfortable temperatures around 28.6C, with clear skies and no rain. While today is pleasant, a mask is advised for sensitive individuals due to lingering pollutants. The upcoming week promises consistently good weather, ideal for outdoor activities.

30 Jan 2026 6:16 am