Toddler rescued from suspected ritual sacrifice in Bengaluru
A toddler was rescued in Bengaluru after officials intervened in a suspected 'treasure sacrifice' ritual. The incident occurred in Hoskote taluk on Saturday, January 4, 2026.
A toddler was rescued in Bengaluru after officials intervened in a suspected 'treasure sacrifice' ritual. The incident occurred in Hoskote taluk on Saturday, January 4, 2026.
Residents near Rani Jhari in Chikkamagaluru protest the forest department's Rs 30 entry fee proposal, citing lack of basic amenities like roads and water. They demand infrastructure improvements first.
Heavy unseasonal rainfall devastates paddy crops in Karnataka's Malavalli taluk, causing significant losses for farmers. Read about the impact and official response.
Women in Malavalli taluk are now leading sanitation services in 22 gram panchayats, managing door-to-door waste collection and driving cleanliness initiatives. Discover how this change is shaping public health.
Two patients died after developing complications during dialysis at Govt Taluk Hospital, Haripad. Alappuzha DMO launches investigation as four others fell ill. Read the full report.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar confirms all pending local body elections, including Zilla and Taluk Panchayats, will be conducted in 2026. Get the latest updates on the election schedule and political preparations.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announces Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within three months. Get the latest updates on the 2026 local body polls and political implications.
Azim Premji Foundation launches a unique childcare centre in Ijeri village, Kalaburagi, for children of agricultural labourers. Plan to open 40 more centres in the region.
Malavalli MLA PM Narendraswamy leads a digital revolution, equipping all 260 government schools in his constituency with smart tech, AI tools, and teacher training to boost learning and enrollment.
A severe drinking water shortage has impacted 35 villages in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar district prematurely. With groundwater depleted, tankers are deployed as the crisis looms.
Residents of seven villages in Brahmavar taluk threaten mass protest if the government fails to desilt a natural water stream within 15 days, fearing annual artificial floods.
Two 10-year-old boys drowned in a canal in Belagavi's Padamandi village while herding sheep. The tragic incident occurred on Friday morning. Read the full report.
Over 15 anti-poaching camps in Khanapur taluk have been non-operational for nearly three years, raising alarm over wildlife safety and giving poachers a free run. Read more.
A tipper truck driver died after his vehicle fell into a deep, water-filled stone quarry in Nagamangala, Mandya. Rescue ops face challenges. Police investigate.
Eyewitnesses recount the terrifying moments as a bus caught fire in Karnataka after an accident. Read about the heroic rescue attempts and the tragic loss of life.
Five bodies retrieved from Chitradurga accident site, DNA testing ordered for identification. 20 injured undergoing treatment across three hospitals. Latest updates on the tragic Karnataka road mishap.
Forest officials in Chikkamagaluru investigate the killing of three blackbucks with bullet injuries in Kadur taluk. DCF Ramesh Babu rules out local farmer involvement, citing religious beliefs. Read for details.
Around 120 families, including Malekudiya tribals, in Karnataka's Kudremukh National Park lack electricity. The state offers a Rs 75 lakh electrification plan or a compensation package for relocation, sparking a debate on tribal welfare vs. forest conserv
A car tyre burst in Sriramanagar, Koppal, led to a chain collision involving a school bus and a motorcycle. Eight injured, three critical. Details inside.
Infosys sells a major land parcel in Anekal Taluk to Puravankara for Rs 250 crore, boosting the developer's Bengaluru pipeline to a potential GDV of Rs 13,900 crore. Read the full details.
Two female and one male blackbuck, all under two years old, were found dead near a conservation reserve in Chikkamagaluru. Forest officials suspect poaching. Read for details.
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
Aland BEO V Rangaswamy Shetty visits villages to guide 6,700 SSLC students and parents, promoting focused study environments. Initiative targets improved exam performance in Kalaburagi district.
Karnataka High Court overturns a Rs 3000 crore compensation order against the state in a long-standing Hampi suspension bridge case, offering major relief. Read the full legal saga.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah laid the foundation for Malavalli's Praja Soudha, a centralized hub for govt offices to enhance public service accessibility and administrative efficiency.
BJP leader B L Santosh emphasized respecting religions that lead to truth at a major Karnataka mutt event. Read his full speech details and the political context here.
Delay in appointing permanent teachers in Mysuru's 21 ashram schools impacts 3000 tribal students' education. Activists demand urgent staff recruitment and better facilities. Read more.
Karnataka govt plans SAF for Mandya district, which reported 46 communal clashes in 5 years. Nagamangala taluk alone saw 24 cases. Read more on the new security measure.
President Droupadi Murmu, at Malavalli event, said India's spiritual institutions teach compassion & collective responsibility, essential alongside tech for 2047 vision. Read more.
The Central government has withheld Rs 1,279 crore in grants from Karnataka for failing to hold Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections since 2020-21. Discover the financial and democratic implications.