The Times of India

A cyclist's claim of being asked to pay 25 at the Electronics City toll plaza has sparked an online debate. While the cyclist alleges he was charged, toll officials deny the claim, stating bicycles are prohibited on the elevated corridor and staff only cautioned him for violating rules.

Bengaluru police have arrested four individuals, including three women, for allegedly operating a prostitution ring across several city spas and a house. The operation also led to the rescue of six women who were reportedly coerced into sex work. Investigations revealed the accused lured clients via phone for monetary gain.

A 20-year-old man, Mohammed Sameer, reportedly died of sunstroke in Bidar district while on his way to a market. Temperatures in the region were around 40C, significantly above the season's average. His father has filed a complaint, and police await the post-mortem report to confirm the cause of death.

A year after the Pahalgam terror attack claimed her husband, Bharath Bhushan, Dr. Sujatha lives with a profound void, her son having witnessed the horrific event. She finds solace in keeping busy and cherishing her son, while grappling with the constant fear and the radicalization that fuels such violence.

Karnataka is set to revolutionize liquor taxation by directly linking excise duty to alcohol content, a first in India. Higher ABV beverages will become costlier, while lower-strength options may see price drops. This shift, aiming to reshape market dynamics, is open for public feedback before finalization.

Miscreants vandalised a Mahatma Gandhi statue in Haveri city. Police are investigating the incident and examining CCTV footage. Locals expressed anger and demanded swift action. In a separate incident, a B R Ambedkar statue was vandalised in Srinagar, Uttarakhand earlier this year. The Bhim Army lodged a complaint, and police cleaned the statue.