The Karnataka Lokayukta has apprehended an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) in Mandya district for allegedly accepting a bribe to grant station bail. The arrest follows a complaint from a local resident, and investigations are underway.

A Bengaluru farming couple's long-awaited IVF twins faced a life-threatening challenge when one newborn was diagnosed with a rare heart defect. After being turned away by multiple hospitals, the infant underwent a rare and complex heart surgery, offering a ray of hope.

Heavy rainfall for Bengaluru. Heatwave for Gurugram

Former Karnataka CM Basavaraj Bommai highlighted the significant role of the Vishwakarma community in nation-building, emphasizing their craftsmanship and cultural importance. The Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana was also a focal point of his address.

Karnataka Lokayukta police have busted a large-scale illegal sand mining network in Shivamogga district, seizing 17,000 metric tonnes of sand and 52 vehicles. The operation revealed alleged collusion among officials and uncollected penalties.

Mandya district authorities are meticulously reviewing school preparations for the upcoming academic year. The District Panchayat CEO is overseeing assessments of cleanliness, safety, record-keeping, and resource distribution.

The Congress leadership is said to be quite keen on making way for new and young faces in the Karnataka cabinet

Karnataka's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State President B.Y. Vijayendra has suggested the possibility of mid-term elections in the state. His remarks have sparked political discussions about the current government's stability and future electoral prospects.

India's first full-length AI-assisted Kannada non-fiction book, a biography of Gauhar Jaan, is launched in Mysuru, marking a milestone in regional publishing with Naav AI's technology. The initiative highlights both the advancements and ongoing challenges in AI translation for Indian languages.

A Member of Parliament from Karnataka has raised concerns over proposed amendments to the Information Technology Act, fearing they could extend publisher-like regulations to user-generated news and current affairs content online.

Bengaluru has experienced its third fuel price hike in eight days, with petrol reaching ₹108.09 and diesel ₹95.99 per litre. The transport sector is warning of wider economic impacts.

Après de nombreux séjours en Inde depuis 1987, Maurice Joyeux nous raconte son accompagnement quotidien de femmes et d'enfants Dalits depuis trois ans au Tamil Nadu, malgré les catastrophes climatiques et les obstructions du gouvernement central.

Studio Arcaid reimagines regional identity in Mangalore by blending tradition and modernity into an inviting dining retreat.

Private bus operators in Dakshina Kannada are planning a fare hike to be discussed at a meeting on May 19, citing increased diesel and operational costs. This comes amidst a wider trend of fare increases by private bus operators across Karnataka.

The police said the accused then handed over two flowers to a shopkeeper, allegedly claiming it would bring prosperity and well-being to him and his children

A 12-year-old boy, Abdul Rehman, has died after being hit by a car while crossing the road in Udupi, Karnataka. The incident occurred on May 15, 2026, and police are investigating the cause.

The Karnataka police have launched the 'Aasare' initiative statewide, with beat constables in Vijayapura conducting door-to-door visits to assist senior citizens and solitary women. The program aims to enhance community welfare and provide support to vulnerable individuals.

Four members of a family, including two children, died in Vijayapura district when the roof of their rented house collapsed during heavy rain and strong winds. The family was asleep at the time of the incident and was trapped under the debris.

Forty-seven cases from Shivamogga district in Karnataka are eligible for settlement through mediation in the Supreme Court. This initiative is part of broader efforts to promote alternative dispute resolution mechanisms in India.

Four-time MLA Sudhakar initially got admitted to the Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru for knee surgery. After the surgery, he developed an infection in his lungs, which turned serious.

The Supreme Court has asked the Karnataka government to submit a report concerning actor Darshan Thoogudeepa's plea alleging a lack of basic amenities in prison. The actor is currently in judicial custody in connection with a murder case.

Restaurants and eateries in Bengaluru are set to increase prices following a substantial hike in commercial LPG cylinder costs. The price of a 19-kg commercial LPG cylinder has risen by ₹993 to ₹3,152, the highest ever, impacting food businesses and consumers.

Mysuru hoteliers are facing significant financial pressure due to a ₹991 hike in commercial LPG prices, bringing the total increase over two months to ₹1,440. The Mysuru Hotel Owners’ Association has labelled the surge as 'abnormal and alarming,' impacting the hospitality sector.

The Kannada Development Authority (KDA) has recommended making Kannada learning compulsory for all students in Karnataka, irrespective of their educational board, to preserve the state's language and culture. The move has prompted legal challenges and sparked debate over academic burden and linguistic rights.

Commercial LPG cylinder prices in Bengaluru have surged by over 70% in two months, prompting hotels to announce impending price hikes to offset increased operational costs.

Students who were asked to remove their sacred threads or hijabs during Karnataka's CET exam will have another chance to write the test. The decision follows incidents at three centres where religious symbols were reportedly removed.

Northern and central Karnataka are enduring temperatures above 44 degrees Celsius due to a persistent heatwave. Meanwhile, erratic pre-monsoon showers have brought cooler weather to southern parts of the state, including Bengaluru.

Karnataka's Health Minister has ordered a safety audit of all medical education hospital buildings following a wall collapse at Bengaluru's Bowring Hospital. The directive aims to assess and ensure the structural integrity and safety of public healthcare facilities across the state.

The annual Karnataka Mango Mela, scheduled to begin on May 7, faces uncertainty due to a significant reduction in expected yield. Unseasonal heatwaves have reportedly delayed harvests and diminished fruit quantity across the state.

A fire in Bengaluru's Bandepalya has destroyed about 20 sheds housing migrant labourers, with residents alleging sabotage. No casualties were reported, and an investigation is underway.