Bengaluru

Know Your City | The lake that preceded Bengaluru’s Sree Kanteerava Stadium

December 31, 2025 9:49 pm

Locals would grow crops on the dried lake bed before colonial times, with the Sampangi lake returning to its normal bounds in the monsoon.

Biocon employee in Bengaluru falls to death from office building, police suspect suicide

December 31, 2025 4:59 pm

According to Bengaluru police, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening after the man had reportedly gone to the canteen terrace of Biocon.

Who’s my neighbour | Today, the word 'neighbour' has lost its meaning; Proximity and familiarity have been replaced by solitude and separation

December 31, 2025 11:33 am

There was a sense of organic companionship that probably lasted decades for many families. Children became friends organically because of their geographical proximity and familiarity

IT professional dead, 3 injured as gas cylinder explodes at PG accommodation in Bengaluru

December 30, 2025 3:22 pm

The HAL police said the blast occurred at around 6.30 pm at Seven Hills Sai Co-Living PG in Kundalahalli, which has around 40 occupants.

‘Offence is demanding, accepting bribe’: Karnataka HC refuses to quash proceedings against Tiptur assistant prosecutor

December 30, 2025 11:01 am

Bribery proceedings are independent of the work for which the bribe was demanded, the Karnataka High Court said.

New Year 2026: avoid these roads and junctions in Bengaluru on New Year’s Eve

December 29, 2025 8:53 pm

Vehicle movement is restricted on a few roads in Bengaluru from December 31 to midnight of January 1, 2026.

Anticipating a million revellers, state govt to deploy 20K police personnel in Bengaluru on New Year’s Eve

December 28, 2025 8:18 pm

The Bengaluru police will also make use of a heat map system for the first time to assess crowd density.

Bengaluru newlyweds cut short honeymoon in Sri Lanka, die by suicide 1,000 km apart

December 29, 2025 9:24 pm

During their honeymoon in Sri Lanka, disputes erupted after the husband allegedly discovered the woman’s past relationship.

Is NDA alliance under strain in Karnataka? JD(S) dials down Deve Gowda's solo pitch for local body polls

December 28, 2025 2:37 pm

JD(S) camp makes it clear that ex-PM's remarks were “more tactical than definitive” and was only a “logical response” to state BJP chief Vijayendra’s comments

After Pinarayi’s ‘bulldozer raj’ jibe, Karnataka govt hits back: ‘Don’t comment without facts’

December 28, 2025 4:06 am

Siddaramaiah said the action was necessary against the illegal occupation of government land. In Delhi, Siddaramaiah said that since 2019, people were living unauthorised on a five-acre plot designated for solid waste management.

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.