Karnataka News

Indian Army has been placed on high alert as two weather systems, one in East Central Arabian Sea and other in South-East Bay of Bengal, intensify into Cyclone Montha within 48 hours. Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu and beyond are braced on alert.

AIADMK and JDS criticized Tamil Nadu and Karnataka governments respectively for failing to attract Google’s AI hub, which went to Andhra Pradesh. PM Modi and CM Naidu hailed the project for its potential to create jobs & boost digital infrastructure.

Communal tension erupted on Wednesday in Karl Marx Nagar of Karnataka's Davanagere, after a flex banner reading 'I Love Muhammad' sparked a clash between two communities. Stone pelting caused minor injuries and damage to houses.

PM Narendra Modi will visit Karnataka on August 10 to inaugurate Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line, lay the foundation for Phase-3, and flag off three Vande Bharat Express trains, boosting urban connectivity and regional travel across India. 

The catering contractor was Jayaram Balakrishna Shetty, a native of Karnataka. His establishment, Ajanta Caterers, was responsible for providing food at the Akashvani MLA hostel in Mumbai.

Deputy commissioner of police (East Zone) B Balaswamy said Jaya Kumar, a native of Raichur district, was arrested and has seized Rs 40 lakh cash and a car from him. Two accused are absconding.

A record Rs 2.54 crore was collected during the 29-day hundi counting at Male Mahadeshwara Hill. 69 grams of gold, 2 kg 770 grams of silver, and 6 foreign currency notes were also found.

Bengaluru experienced its fourth consecutive day of heavy rainfall, causing widespread disruption. Roads were waterlogged, leading to traffic snarls and difficulties for commuters. Several trees and branches were also downed due to the strong winds.

Liquor prices in Karnataka have been raised for the third time in two years under the Congress government. A quarter bottle will see a price increase ranging from Rs 10 to Rs 25. The new rates are effective immediately.

Sood, known for tackling major cybercrime issues and implementing the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network and Systems (CCTNS) in Karnataka was honoured with the President's Police Medal, and served as the Police Advisor to the Mauritian government.