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  Karnataka: Five die after car falls into canal in Mandya district

  November 08, 2023 9:19 IST

  According to initial investigation the deceased were returning from a function in Mysore.

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  Karnataka: Veteran BJP leader Yediyurappa accuses Congress government of failure, bankruptcy

  November 07, 2023 15:57 IST

  Yediyurappa emphasised that the Congress-led government, in power for the past five to six months, had failed in numerous sectors, leading to a state he described as "totally bankrupt." He announced the BJP's intention to protest against the government's alleged failures and irresponsible practices.

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  Bengaluru: Police arrest computer science graduate for stealing 133 laptops, 19 phones and 4 tablets

  November 07, 2023 15:43 IST

  The accused used to target paying guests and bachelor accommodations. He stole electronic items and sold them in the market with the help of two persons who were also arrested.

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  ​Bengaluru: Former driver, sacked 10 days ago, detained for allegedly killing woman geologist

  November 06, 2023 16:57 IST

  According to the police, the accused driver was sacked 10 days ago. Upset with losing his job, he reportedly killed Prathima KS. However, the police said the investigation is still underway.

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  'They are frustrated': Siddaramaiah accuses BJP, JDS of creating confusion on CM change

  November 05, 2023 19:03 IST

  The CM said he had once again written a letter to the Prime Minister and Union Home Minister seeking immediate drought relief.

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  Karnataka: Bengaluru official killed at her residence, probe on

  November 05, 2023 17:31 IST

  Officials suspect that the incident took place on Saturday night after she returned to her residence at Doddakallasandra under the Subramanyapura police station limits.

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  'Congress doesn't have money to give to their MLAs': Kumaraswamy attacks Shivakumar

  November 04, 2023 23:30 IST

  DK Shivakumar countered JD(S) leader's accusation and said Kumaraswamy’s party is now a partner with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA), whereas Congress has no connection with NDA.

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  Siddaramaiah sets target of winning at least 20 seats in Karnataka in next year's Lok Sabha polls

  November 04, 2023 22:02 IST

  Karnataka has a total of 28 Lok Sabha seats. General elections in the country are due to be held next year during April-May period.

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  'Criteria fixed for picking candidates for 2024 Lok Sabha candidates,' says DK Shivakumar

  November 03, 2023 9:59 IST

  DK Shivakumar had earlier hinted that Congress' list of candidates for the Lok Sabha polls is likely to be finalised before January as the Congress is expecting many BJP leaders to join party following BJP and JD(S) alliance.

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  Karnataka: Five of family dead after bike collides with truck in Kalaburagi district

  November 03, 2023 7:35 IST

  Kalaburagi road accident: According to SP Kalaburagi, A Srinivasulu, all five people died after a motorcycle collided with a truck near Balluragi Village in Kalaburagi District. Soon after the accident, the driver of the offending truck fled the spot and efforts are being made to nab him, he said.

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  Karnataka high court upholds reinstatement of KPTCL employee suffering from depression

  November 02, 2023 23:11 IST

  The court emphasised that distress and depression are common by-products of modern life, stemming from psychological and emotional pressures experienced in personal and occupational settings. It can be challenging to isolate stress and gauge its impact on daily activities.

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  Karnataka: Zika virus detected in mosquito species in Chikkaballapura district

  November 02, 2023 19:28 IST

  Zika virus has been identified in Aedes aegypti mosquitoes in Karnataka's Chikkaballapura district after samples from local waterbodies were examined.

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  Siddaramaiah seeks PM Modi's intervention for lifesaving aid for child battling rare disease

  November 01, 2023 21:32 IST

  The child is battling with a rare disease called Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) which requires an injection worth over Rs 17 crore.

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  Karnataka: Siddaramaiah urges Railway Minister to extend Vande Bharat Express till Belagavi

  October 31, 2023 14:21 IST

  Siddaramaiah described Belagavi as an 'economically vibrant' district, and said that it houses sugar, aluminium and major industries and also acts as a support base for automobile and aerospace industries apart from several small and medium industries.

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  Bengaluru fire: Massive blaze engulfs several buses parked in depot near PES University | VIDEO

  October 30, 2023 14:02 IST

  According to the information, the incident occurred on Nice Road at the private bus depot in Veerabhadranagar.

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  Karnataka: Massive raids by Lokayukta target officials accused of disproportionate wealth

  October 30, 2023 11:56 IST

  The operations extended across numerous districts, encompassing Bengaluru, Mandya, Raichur, Bidar, Kalaburagi, Chitradurga, Ballari, Tumakuru, Udupi, Hassan, Belagavi, Davangere, and Haveri. The identities of the accused government officials have not been disclosed at this time.

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  Karnataka government to accept caste census report in coming two months: CM Siddaramaiah

  October 29, 2023 16:44 IST

  Karnataka caste census: CM Siddaramaiah charged that during his previous tenure as the Chief Minister, the then chairman the Commission H Kantharaj had conducted the survey, which three previous chief ministers namely HD Kumaraswamy, BS Yediyurappa and Basavaraj Bommai declined to receive it.

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  Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says his government dedicated secretariat for welfare of ST community

  October 28, 2023 22:33 IST

  Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that the state government has decided to establish a dedicated secretariat for the welfare of the Scheduled Tribes (ST) community.

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  Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah claims BJP attempting 'Operation Kamala' to destabilise his govt

  October 28, 2023 20:09 IST

  Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that 'Operation Kamala' is being prepared in the state. He mentioned that the saffron party (referring to the BJP) would never be successful in this campaign.

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  Minister M B Patil bats for renaming Karnataka as 'Basava Nadu', says nothing wrong in it

  October 27, 2023 23:26 IST

  Karnataka Industries Minister M B Patil said there was nothing wrong in calling Karnataka ‘Basava Naadu’. Notably, the State is celebrating the golden jubilee of renaming the Mysore State as Karnataka.

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  DK Shivakumar to replace Siddaramaiah as Karnataka CM after 2.5 years, claims Congress MLA

  October 27, 2023 17:26 IST

  Karnataka news: Siddaramaiah was sworn in as chief minister of Karnataka on May 20, 2023 after the Congress posted a landslide victory ousting the BJP from power. There was stiff competition between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar for the chief minister post after the assembly election results.

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  BJP seeks disqualification of Karnataka Minister over fake Aadhaar, voter IDs creation case

  October 26, 2023 16:01 IST

  The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has also demanded a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or the National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe over the creation of bogus Aadhaar, voter IDs by Karnataka Urban Development Minister and Hebbal MLA, Suresha B S (Byrathi Suresh) alleged aides.

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  12 killed in road accident in Karnataka's Chikkaballapur

  October 26, 2023 12:05 IST

  The accident occurred on the outskirts of the district headquarters town of Chikkaballapur.

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  Karnataka Cabinet reshuffle: 'Central leadership of Congress to decide', says CM Siddaramaiah

  October 25, 2023 17:39 IST

  Karnataka Cabinet reshuffle: The MLA from Ramdurg, Ashok Pattan had said AICC general secretaries Randeep Singh Surjewala and KC Venugopal have assured him that there will be a Cabinet reshuffle after two-and-a-half years, in which senior leaders like him will be accommodated.

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  Congress president Kharge challenges BJP's 'ATM' claim, cautions against election rhetoric

  October 25, 2023 10:05 IST

  In his assessment, Kharge pointed out instances of anti-incumbency against the BJP, as people are becoming increasingly disillusioned with rising inflation and unemployment.

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  'Lakhs of people including women availing free bus service...': Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

  October 24, 2023 22:07 IST

  Lauding the Congress-led government in the state, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar mentioned about the free bus service in the state for the people adding this is the strength of his government.

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  Srinivas murder case: Two accused shot in leg while trying to escape in Karnataka forest

  October 24, 2023 16:31 IST

  At least six people have been arrested in the murder case of Congress leader M Srinivas. According to reports, Srinivas was an aspirant for the Lok Sabha ticket from Kolar Parliamentary constituency.

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  Karnataka: Police arrest two persons for duping people of Rs 1 crore by promising jobs in military

  October 23, 2023 22:47 IST

  One of the accused is a deserter in the Indian Army and had promised jobs in the armed forces, air force and the navy with his accomplice. A joint operation was carried out by Military Intelligence in Bengaluru and Srirampura police.