A leopard was captured on CCTV roaming the Janata Plot residential area near Sri Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, causing alarm among locals and tourists. Forest officials note such sightings are common but urge calm.
A Karnataka court has awarded the death penalty to three individuals convicted of gang-raping an Israeli tourist and murdering another in Hampi. The verdict was delivered on February 16, 2026.
The three-day Hampi Utsav 2026 concluded with a spectacular cultural finale featuring star performances, traditional folk arts, and emotional tributes to the festival's visionary founder at the UNESCO World Heritage site.
New research reveals Vijayanagara Empire elites adopted Islamic-inspired Kabayi tunics and Kullayi caps as political statements, challenging traditional 'Hindu bulwark' narratives.
The Hampi Harvest Festival and Agricultural Exhibition in Vijayanagara featured traditional farming rituals, sustainable techniques, and a major bull exhibition with over 170 pairs of indigenous breeds, emphasizing the blend of heritage and innovation in
At the Hampi Utsav, Hallikar breed bullocks secured first prize in a competition with 180 pairs. Minister BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan awarded Rs 2 lakh to farmers, while floral recreations and rangoli designs drew large crowds.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has officially declared that the Hampi Utsav will now be held annually on November 2, 3, and 4, starting this year. The decision follows suggestions to avoid student exam periods and ensure better participation.
A spectacular drone show at Hampi Utsav's inauguration recreated Vijayanagara's iconic landmarks in the sky, blending modern technology with cultural heritage to captivate thousands of spectators.
The historic ruins of Hampi are set to host the much-awaited Hampi Utsav 2026 from February 13 to 15, with elaborate arrangements across the UNESCO World Heritage site. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the festival.
Explore the Badavilinga Temple in Hampi, a UNESCO site featuring a 3-meter monolithic Shivalinga always submerged in water, with origins tied to a poor woman's devotion and the Vijayanagara Empire.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi in Karnataka is set to host the three-day Hampi Utsav-2026 from February 13-15, featuring cultural performances, celebrity appearances, and elaborate arrangements across six major stages.
The Hampi Utsav, a three-day cultural festival in Karnataka, kicks off tomorrow, featuring music, dance, and heritage events at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hampi Utsav 2026, scheduled for Feb 13-15, will feature a spectacular 1,000-drone show recreating Vijayanagara Empire monuments and a new 'Hampi by Sky' helicopter service for aerial views.
A Mumbai traveler's viral video reveals how Hampamma, owner of Jai Hanuman Tiffin Centre in Hampi, invited tired tourists for homemade dosas at 10 PM, sparking nationwide appreciation for Karnataka's warm hospitality.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's multiple visits to Hampi indicate significant budgetary allocations for tourism, infrastructure, and heritage conservation at the UNESCO site in the 2026-27 budget.
Karnataka Tourist Guides Association presented a memorandum to Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in Hampi, demanding emergency medical services, health insurance, and rail travel benefits for guides. Read their key demands for the UNESCO site.
Discover how Colonel Alexander John Greenlaw created the first photographic archive of Hampi in 1856. Explore the legacy of this British East India Company officer and his crucial visual documentation. Read the full story.
RSS conducts a 3-day Manthan meeting in Anegondi near Hampi for its pracharaks from 23 countries. The closed-door event aims to strengthen the Sangh's global outreach during its centenary year. Read more.
A 52-year-old French tourist suffered critical injuries after a fall at Hampi's Mahanavami Dibba. Stranded for nearly two days, he was rescued by police and ASI officials. Read about the safety concerns raised.
A French tourist sustained grievous leg injuries in Hampi, Karnataka, and was rescued after two days. Local farmers found him in a banana plantation. Read the full story of survival.
Vijayanagara DC orders urgent cleanliness drive at Hampi monuments after Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised hygiene concerns. Inspection held ahead of Culture Minister's visit.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, at the Chintan Shibir in Hampi, stated the Vijayanagara empire's legacy inspires India's development path towards a prosperous nation by 2047.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held crucial pre-budget consultations with Karnataka officials in Hampi, focusing on state-specific growth proposals for the 2025 Union Budget.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman leads a two-day brainstorming session in Hampi with top officials to chart a detailed growth roadmap for achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047. Key focus on economic strategies.
A stone pillar at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Virupaksha Temple in Hampi was found damaged. The ASI has initiated an investigation into the incident. Read more.
Explore how photographers are digitally preserving Hampi's rich heritage through extensive documentation of its monuments, temples, and living traditions. Discover this UNESCO World Heritage Site.