Karnataka News

A dispute over the distribution of a weekly chicken curry meal allegedly triggered a clash among students at the Morarji Desai Residential School in Karnataka's Vijayanagara district. Police intervened after the incident, while parents alleged long-standing discrimination and bullying.

A Bengaluru cafe introduced Rs 99 hourly workspace fee, sparking significant online debate. Supporters defend it as fair business practice to manage table occupancy & ensure profitability. Critics argue it could alienate loyal customers & suggest alternatives like minimum billing.

A Bengaluru-based Walmart software engineer's social media post detailing his Rs 74,000 monthly expenses has gone viral. His budget breakdown, which includes rent, food, and investments, sparked a debate on the city's high cost of living. A key point was his zero-rupee commute, achieved by living near his office.

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. 

Twelve workers, including women and children, were rescued from an alleged bonded labour situation at an illegal stone quarry in Tumakuru district. Officials conducted a raid following an NGO complaint and shifted the workers to safety.

Karnataka's Food Department has extended fair price shop timings from 6 AM to 10 PM to speed up July 2026 ration distribution. The move aims to ensure ration card holders receive food grains under NFSA and Anna Bhagya Scheme before the end of the month.

Farmers in Nelamangala taluk halted a land survey for Bengaluru's proposed second airport, alleging it was conducted without prior notice or their consent. The survey team suspended the exercise after protests, while locals warned of stronger agitation if the survey continues.

Bidar engineer Narsing Madhav Shinde, an alumnus of Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, contributed to Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 mission. As part of the engineering team, he helped develop the launch vehicle's fourth stage, marking a milestone for India's private space sector.

A social activist has filed a complaint alleging that over 2,000 illegal Bangladeshi migrants are living and working in Mandya's Nagamangala taluk. He has sought verification of identity documents, an official inquiry, and legal action against those found staying illegally.