Bengaluru

Bengaluru police arrest 2 drug peddlers and seize narcotics worth Rs 1 crore

January 14, 2026 10:22 pm

One of the arrested accused is a 25-year-old Nigerian national who lived within the limits of Bengaluru’s KR Puram police station.

Karnataka to discuss implications of MGNREGA repeal during joint legislature session

January 14, 2026 9:45 pm

The Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, or VB-G RAM G, will be discussed during a joint session of the Karnataka legislature between January 22 and 31.

Bengaluru police arrest 12 in Dubai-linked mule account scam, seize assets worth ₹1 crore

January 14, 2026 6:50 pm

The Bengaluru police said the accused targeted people facing financial distress, opened bank accounts in their names, and later misused the accounts to launder money.

CCTV footage shows Bengaluru man sexually assaulting stray dog, killing it; cops launch search

January 14, 2026 3:32 pm

As per the complaint lodged with the Puttenahalli police in Bengaluru, the accused twisted the dog’s neck and trampled it after sexually assaulting the animal in the JP Nagar area.

Startup founder recalls billionaire Narayana Murthy flying economy, carrying his own bag on flight: 'Most humble person...'

January 14, 2026 2:15 pm

Infosys founder Narayana Murthy was travelling back to Bengaluru after visiting Madhya Pradesh, where he had inaugurated Express City in Ratlam for Kataria Jewellers.

33 suspected Bangladeshis detained during verification drive in Bengaluru labour colonies

January 13, 2026 10:38 pm

Several residents of the labour colonies in and around Bengaluru’s Hulimangala area said they were Indian nationals from West Bengal—a claim the police have rejected.

Two arrested for drugging and robbing passenger during train journey: Bengaluru railway police

January 13, 2026 8:23 pm

The Baiyappanahalli railway police said the accused, both from Bihar, were habitual offenders.

Know Your City | Bengaluru in the 1870s, through the eyes of a man who once ruled it

January 13, 2026 8:16 pm

According to Sir Lewin Bentham Bowring, Bengaluru had in 1869 a population of 1,32,000, including 79,000 in the cantonment area, with only 3,900 Europeans and Englishmen and 2,500 ‘Eurasians’.

As SC sets deadline for Greater Bengaluru Authority polls, leaders await clarity on ward delimitation, reservations

January 13, 2026 6:16 pm

The last civic elections in Bengaluru were held in August 2015. While earlier the BBMP had 198 seats, with the formation of the Greater Bengaluru Authority, the civic polls will now be held across 369 wards.

‘It’s just a shed’: Parameshwara rejects allegation as sports complex near Tumakuru Gandhi stadium named after him

January 13, 2026 3:57 pm

BJP workers led by MLAs B Suresh Gowda and G B Jyoti Ganesh protested in front of the Mahatma Gandhi District Stadium, contending that the stadium was being renamed after Home Minister G Parameshwara.

Bengaluru Annual Cake Show showcases delightful Christmas cheer with 3D confectionary artistry

December 21, 2023 12:50 pm

Visit the event on till January 1, 2024 from 11 am to 9 pm at St Joseph’s School grounds, Bengaluru

Bengaluru's Lalbagh is back with its famous flower show ahead of Independence Day

August 07, 2023 11:24 am

A display of Kengal Hanumanthaiah itself is adorned with red roses, carnations, and pink lilies.

Oppn forms INDIA alliance to take on BJP-led NDA in 2024 polls

July 19, 2023 3:58 pm

The meeting in Bengaluru where 26 Opposition parties participated came to an end on Tuesday.

Military parade, bike stunts mark Bengaluru's Army Day celebration

January 16, 2023 11:19 pm

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the event was organised in Karnataka to pay tribute to the people of the state who laid down their lives for India’s freedom.

Chitra Santhe 2023: A galore of artworks mesmerises art lovers in Bengaluru

January 10, 2023 6:55 pm

Artists also created instant caricatures and realistic portraits at Chitra Santhe and leading cartoonists displayed their cartoon drawings as part of the fair.

Bengaluru braves rains as Cyclone Mandous subsides

December 11, 2022 2:23 pm

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Bengaluru for Sunday with the city receiving 12mm rainfall on Saturday

262nd Corps Day celebrated with stunt shows and parades in Bengaluru

December 10, 2022 1:00 pm

Bengaluru wakes up to November’s lowest temperature in a decade

November 23, 2022 1:45 pm

PM Modi had a busy morning in Bengaluru. Here's what he did

November 12, 2022 10:10 am

Security tightens after SC barred Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations at Idgah Maidan

August 31, 2022 12:09 pm

ABVP holds countrywide protests against anti-nationalism in some groups

February 18, 2016 10:59 am

Ahmedabad/Bengaluru/Mumbai, Feb 18 (ANI): The Akhil Bharatiya Vidhyarthi Parishad members in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai and Kolkata took to streets to protest against the 'anti-national' sentiments that have risen from Jawaharlal Nehru University. Members of ABVP from Ahmedabad raised slogans against those who supported the anti-national elements in JNU. An ABVP leader said they will continue their protests till the anti-nationalists are punished. In Bengaluru, the student took out a 'Tricolor march'. A protestor of ABVP in Bengaluru said they condemn the act of central universities rising to support the anti-national slogans raised in JNU. In Kolkata, ABVP members were seen raising slogans against the anti-national elements.

Man run over by truck, donates eyes before dying

February 18, 2016 6:58 am

Bengaluru, Feb 18 (ANI): A 23-year old man in Bengaluru whose body was split into two after being run over by a speeding truck wished to donate his organs while lying on the deathbed. Harish Nanjappa died due to injuries within minutes of being taken to a hospital. Harish's eyes were donated to the Narayana Netralaya and other organs could not be harvested as they were excessively damaged. According to the police, Harish said that he wished to donate his organs.

Racism, intolerance not specific to India, says Sonam Kapoor

February 09, 2016 9:47 am

New Delhi, Feb 9 (ANI): Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor, in response to the attack on the Tanzanian student in Bengaluru on February 3, said that racism and intolerance are not specific to India but happens across the globe.The Tanzanian student was allegedly beaten up and stripped by a mob in a case of mistaken identity after a woman was mowed down by a car in Bengaluru.The 21-year-old Tanzanian was dragged out of the car in which she was seated along with her three friends.Sonam, who has not shied of speaking about current affair incidents in the past, did not hide behind a non-committal stance. Sonam, who is the Loreal brand ambassador, was present at the inauguration of Women of Worth Awards, a platform and campaign that will recognize and felicitate the achievements of women who have achieved success in making a difference to the lives of others through their bravery, convictions and drive.The Women of Worth 2016 awards and campaign, which is an initiative by NDTV and Loreal Paris, will showcase women’s inspirational and impactful work to the world at large.

The Attack On Tanzanian Woman Had An Element of Racism & Mob Justice: Envoy

February 07, 2016 3:41 pm

Speaking on the attack of a Tanzanian woman, Karnataka home minister read out the woman's complaint, saying nowhere does it mention that she was stripped and paraded naked.

Madrassa teacher arrested for suspected links with Al Qaeda

January 08, 2016 9:31 am

New Delhi, Jan 08 (ANI): A Bengaluru madrassa teacher has been arrested by Delhi Police for suspected links with Al Qaeda. The teacher identified as Maulana Anzar Shah is reportedly an alleged member of the terror group. Police officials said he was planning to carry out terror strikes in the country. Shah has been brought to Delhi on transit remand and would be produced at the Patiala House court today.