Karnataka News

A 69-year-old woman who survived by begging in Karnataka's Mandya left behind savings of around Rs 8.40 lakh. After Noor died of age-related illness, bags containing coins and currency notes were found at her home, along with money in her bank account.

Two young women reportedly got into a physical fight at Bengaluru’s Cubbon Park after a disagreement allegedly linked to making reels. The altercation drew a crowd, while several visitors recorded it on their phones. A video of the scuffle has since circulated on social media. The reason for the dispute remains unclear.

A security guard in Bengaluru narrowly escaped injury after a car suddenly accelerated and crashed through the entrance gate of a residential complex around 1:42 am on Sunday. CCTV footage shows the guard approaching to open the gate before the vehicle almost knocks him down. Police are investigating whether or not the driver lost control.

The Karnataka High Court's strong oral remarks in a case involving the daughter of former KPSC chairman Shiva Shankarappa S. Sahukar have gone viral online. The court questioned how she claimed OBC reservation after declaring her family's annual income as ₹40,000. The video has sparked widespread debate, with many praising the judge's observations.

A viral video shows a group of youngsters performing dangerous motorcycle wheelies on the Tumakuru-Nelamangala Road near Bengaluru, to film reels. Some bikes appeared to have no number plates, while one rider stood on a moving motorcycle. Footage has triggered widespread criticism online, with many urging Bengaluru Police to take strict action.

Panic broke out at BRIMS District Hospital in Bidar after two youths allegedly rode a motorcycle into the Emergency Ward late on Friday night. The duo reportedly claimed one of them had a severe headache, but their decision to enter the ward on a bike disrupted hospital services. Police intervened, detained both men.

A viral video of Karnataka High Court Justice M Nagaprasanna questioning the delay in arresting a police officer accused of abetting a lawyer's suicide has sparked debate online. The judge questioned why the officer remained free despite a 13-page death note alleging torture. The court earlier ordered an SIT probe.

A new debate has emerged over Bengaluru Metro fares after the revised Phase 3A DPR proposed a 12% fare hike every three years. This differs from the Fare Fixation Committee’s recommendation of a maximum 5% annual increase. If adopted, fares could rise to ₹14 minimum and Rs 126 maximum by 2033. BMRCL says the FFC recommendations will remain final.

The NHAI has raised toll charges again on the Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway, just three months after its annual revision in April. The hike applies to vehicles using the Bengaluru-Nidaghatta stretch, with car tolls rising to Rs 185. Monthly passes have also become costlier, while the local pass remains unchanged. 

Bengaluru Police are investigating whether a 25-year-old man accused of killing his live-in partner’s parents and sister used Google Gemini while planning the crime. Police sources claim he allegedly consulted the chatbot for months through hypothetical questions about violence, weapons and disposing of bodies.