Karnataka

As NCB busts celebrity drug racket in Bengaluru, Sandalwood comes under fire

The Narcotics Control Bureau recently busted a celebrity drug racket in Bengaluru which has been operating since 2015 in the city. As the investigation proceeds the pressure has built on Sandalwood to justify the accusations.

Aug 29, 2020

Sweden riot causes backlash in Bengaluru, starts new wave of Islamaphobia

Following the horrifying Sweden riot in Malmo, which has shocked the world, netizens in India are calling out the similarities with the Bengaluru riot that took place earlier this month.

Aug 29, 2020

Karnataka to hit Covid peak by September end; state preparedness in question

According to experts as quoted by a leading daily, the deadly virus is likely to peak by the end of September or October beginning and start plateauing only by the December end.

Aug 29, 2020

Why the gory rape and murder of a homeless woman in Karnataka's Hassan went unnoticed

The brutal murder and rape of a homeless woman in Karnataka's Hassan district, was recorded on CCTV cameras. However, the incident hardly received any public conversation, or interest.

Aug 29, 2020

Bengaluru: As stigma against swab collection increases, authorities try to fight fear

More than COVID-19 itself, it's the fear that comes with it that's hard to beat. The stigma around Coronavirus and getting tested for it has become a major challenge for authorities. Those collecting swabs are facing backlash. Now, authoritative figures are trying to convince the public otherwise.

Aug 28, 2020

Bengaluru youth does his bit; helps provide masks for city police Covid warriors

During these tough times, when WHO and governments are stressing on social distancing and mask-wearing to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, our frontline warriors need all the support they can get. A young man in Bengaluru thought about those who put themselves at risk for our safety.

Aug 28, 2020

One pandal, two events: Karnataka's Hubli celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi and Muharram together

Unity in diversity right now is hard to come by, but in Karnataka's Hubli, residents are attempting to show this through combined observance of Ganesh Chaturthi and Muharram, under the same roof. Interestingly, this is not a new tradition for Karnataka.

Aug 28, 2020

Bengaluru: KSRTC finds use for old buses in city, launches 'Sthree toilet'

Taking 'reusing' and 'recycling' seriously, the KSRTC has launched its very own 'Sthree toilet' at the Majestic in Bengaluru by turning one of its old buses into one.

Aug 27, 2020

No stay on income tax proceedings against Cong chief DK Shivakumar, says SC; IT to file reply

The Supreme Court bench refused a stay on the income tax evasion case against Congress chief DK Shivakumar, the bench has asked the IT department to file a reply.

Aug 27, 2020

Netizens demand immediate ban on PFI and SDPI as Karnataka govt remains on the fence

There has been growing unrest recently in Karnataka since the Bengaluru riot. As the investigation proceeds, the demand for a ban on PFI and SDPI, two political organisations in the state are growing louder. Netizens took to social media to trend #BanPFI_StopRiots.

Aug 27, 2020

Karnataka's 'Singham' K Annamalai joins BJP ahead of Tamil Nadu's 2021 polls

Former IPS officer K Annamalai, who was known for integrity and service, made his foray into Indian politics by joining BJP on Tuesday. All set to enter the Tamil Nadu political landscape, what does this mean for the BJP in the 2021 assembly elections?

Aug 25, 2020

Karnataka scraps COVID inter-state travel restrictions; no more screening or quarantine | Full guidelines

The Karnataka government has now eased travel restrictions for inter-state travellers. In major turnaround, the government has removed screening and quarantine requirements for travellers here onwards.

Aug 25, 2020

Bangalore Club, Bowring club, others will open now but with restrictions: Karnataka Govt | Details

The Karnataka government on Monday said it would allow clubs to resume its sports facilities and its dine-in services. However, liquor will not be served.

Aug 25, 2020

DK Shivakumar is Covid positive; KPCC President now hospitalised

Karnataka Congress President DK Shivakumar has been admitted to a private hospital in Bengaluru.

Aug 25, 2020

Hindi imposition row: Will Karnataka be the first state to implement NEP

The Hindi imposition debate has been an extremely delicate debate in the past few weeks since NEP was announced. Now, Dr Ashwathnarayan Deputy CM of Karnataka, has announced that Karnataka will be the first state to implement it.

Aug 24, 2020

Karnataka issues oxygen therapy guidelines amid surge in COVID cases

With a surge in Coronavirus cases reported in Karnataka, the state government has now issued guidelines for oxygen therapy due to demand in the supply of the gas.

Aug 22, 2020

KCET 2020 results: Results announced, 63 covid-positive candidates clear | How to check results

The Karnataka Examination Authority has declared the results for the KCET 2020 examinations conducted last month. This time 1.53 lakh engineering aspirants have cleared the exam and 63 covid-positive students have cleared.

Aug 21, 2020

Karnataka: Violence breaks out at a temple event; 50 accused arrested in Koppal

Violence broke out in Koppal on Thursday night amidst the Adda Pallakki Utsava. Following the chaos, 50 people have been arrested and investigation is still on into the matter.

Aug 21, 2020

Check Covid test results online in Karnataka | See new govt initiative

Now, with this development, Karnataka citizens who gave their samples need not physically go to the laboratory or hospital to confirm their result as they can easily access it from their home.

Aug 20, 2020

Mysuru zoo gets 3 cheetahs from South Africa

Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Garden in Karnataka's city of palaces got three cheetahs from South Africa's Ann Van Dyke Cheetah centre under an animal exchange programme, an official said on Wednesday.

Aug 19, 2020