The Times of India

An 81-year-old businessman in Belagavi was defrauded of over Rs 15 crore in a 'digital arrest' scam. Fraudsters, posing as CBI officials, convinced him to transfer funds to a 'safe' account, claiming it was for an investigation into money laundering. The victim lost a significant amount before realizing he was cheated.

Karnataka's government is developing a comprehensive framework to regulate mobile phone and social media use for students under 16, acknowledging existing restrictions' weak enforcement. The proposed policy, aiming to protect children from harmful content, will be presented after wider consultations with parents and experts, seeking to set a national benchmark.

A private bus traveling from Kozhikode to Bengaluru met with a tragic accident early Monday. The bus lost control and crashed into a roadside railing near Puttappanadoddi village. Four people lost their lives in the incident. The accident occurred on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway. Driver drowsiness is suspected as the cause. Two others sustained injuries and are receiving treatment.

A Lamborghini's pre-dawn drifting stunt on Bengaluru's MG Road has led to police scrutiny, with the high-end car traced to Ricky Rai, son of late underworld figure Muthappa Rai. Authorities have seized the vehicle and issued notices to Rai, who has yet to respond. The incident, captured on video, is being investigated for dangerous driving and other violations.

Police have apprehended Syed Sabeel, 25, in Ajmer, Rajasthan, in connection with the murder of his 16-year-old fiance, Joya Fathima, found slain in a deserted DJ Halli house. Sabeel, who had been on the run, was traced and arrested. Fathima's throat was slit, and she was discovered by her aunt. Investigations are underway to determine the motive behind the crime.

PLOT TWIST? As of March 19, the theatre has reopened its doors, now screening Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Social media platforms have since been flooded with reactions, ranging from disbelief to celebration, as cinephiles share images and updates confirming the theatres revival

The Congress party has continued its tradition of family-oriented politics in Karnataka by fielding Samarth Mallikarjun and Umesh Meyti in the upcoming Davangere and Bagalkot byelections, respectively. These decisions were made following the demise of senior party leaders Shamanur Shivashankarappa and H Y Meyti, prioritizing family legacy over other community demands.

A tragic pilgrimage to Kashi turned fatal for three women in Devanahalli after their vehicle collided with a speeding truck. In a separate incident near Medahalli, three men lost their lives when their mini goods vehicle crashed into a parked truck. Both accidents resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries, casting a shadow over weekend travel.

The heartbreaking loss of Dr. Sameeksha Reddy, a dedicated young veterinarian at Shivamogga Zoo, has raised serious alarms about safety measures in wildlife care. Reports suggest she entered the hippopotamus enclosure unaccompanied at night, a stark violation of zoo protocols.

A 60-year-old assistant director, set to retire soon, was found dead in his office in Pavagada. In a WhatsApp video, he blamed his joint director for harassment, stating it pushed him to commit suicide. Police have registered an abetment case against the joint director based on a complaint by the deceased's wife.