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KR Puram triple murder case: Bengaluru techie's lover arrested in Puducherry

Bengaluru police have arrested J Kenneth, live-in partner of techie M Shwetha, in Puducherry in connection with a brutal triple murder. The victims, a family of three, were allegedly killed over a financial dispute involving Shwetha's substantial unpaid bank loans. The situation reportedly escalated into violence after family members visited the couple's apartment following loan recovery notices.

26 Jun 2026 12:16 pm
'He was not driving, a minor mishap': Actor Darshan's son caught in accident rumours; wife denies claims

Speculation swirled online after a minor road incident involving a vehicle linked to actor Darshan Thoogudeepa's son, Vineesh. Contrary to unverified reports of an accident and hospitalization, Darshan's wife, Vijayalakshmi, clarified that Vineesh was safe and not driving. She stated their driver was at the wheel during the small mishap, with the other party admitting fault. The family urged for fact-checking to prevent further distress.

26 Jun 2026 10:14 am
Extortion case, marital troubles: What drove Bengaluru bizman to die by suicide at actor Krishi Thapanda's flat

A 45-year-old businessman, previously arrested in a high-profile extortion case, was found dead by suicide in a Bengaluru apartment. Vaishak Upadhyaya, who was staying in the rented flat belonging to actress Krishi Thapanda, reportedly sent her distress messages about ongoing disputes and personal issues. He had been experiencing marital problems and was out on bail following his earlier arrest. An unnatural death report has been filed.

26 Jun 2026 8:17 am
Twist in KR Puram triple murder case: Bengaluru techie changes version on boyfriend Kenneths role

A Bengaluru court has remanded techie M. Shwetha to seven-day police custody after her arrest in Puducherry. She is accused of murdering her parents and sister with her live-in partner, Kenneth J., who remains at large. The couple allegedly fled after the brutal killings, with CCTV footage showing their escape. Shwetha's account of the events, including a heated argument with her mother, is being investigated.

26 Jun 2026 7:58 am
2nd Bengaluru Metro shock in 3 days: Train delayed after door malfunction at Cubbon Park; passengers evacuated

Purple Line metro services in Bengaluru experienced a brief disruption on Thursday evening due to a train door malfunction at Cubbon Park station. Passengers were safely deboarded as a precautionary measure, causing a 17-minute delay to subsequent services. This follows a similar incident on Tuesday, highlighting ongoing technical issues. Operations and Maintenance teams have since rectified the problem, restoring normal services.

25 Jun 2026 10:35 pm
'Will leave only after killing you: 2 youths beat Bengaluru PG owner to death; his last words were Ill return after getting stitches

In a tragic incident in Bengaluru, a paying guest owner was brutally killed by two students over a dispute regarding a water tap. After an initial altercation, the youths returned, threatening the owner before overpowering him and fatally striking him with his son's cricket bat. The victim's family suspects the attackers were under the influence of substances, while the accused are now in judicial custody.

25 Jun 2026 8:11 am
'Lived like orphan, prisoner': Bengaluru techie tells cops why she stabbed her parents, sister to death

Bengaluru police apprehended software engineer M Shwetha in Puducherry, two days after she and her live-in partner allegedly murdered her parents and sister. While Shwetha claims sole responsibility for the brutal act, investigators believe her partner, J Kenneth, also participated. The couple fled the scene, embarking on a journey that ultimately led to Shwetha's arrest, though Kenneth remains at large.

25 Jun 2026 7:24 am