Karnataka

Bengaluru: Eight people from Karnataka figure in the Padma awards’ list announced Sunday, a list that spans classical scholarship, grassroots social work, laboratory science, medicine, education, and industry. The one Padma Bhushan and seven Padma Shri awards recognise careers built quietly over decades, rooted in institutions, neighbourhoods and traditions.Shatavadhani R Ganesh (Padma Bhushan, art)A Sanskrit…

Bengaluru: A 27-year-old woman was allegedly sexually harassed by a scooter-borne miscreant while walking home after dropping her daughter at a tuition centre in Kaval Bairasandra earlier this week.The accused waylaid the woman and touched her inappropriately. Despite her raising an alarm, the miscreant allegedly touched her again and escaped before locals gathered. Bengaluru Headlines…

Bengaluru: The death of a 40-year-old security guard on the outskirts of the city, initially believed to be a road accident, has been confirmed as a case of murder. Sulibele police have arrested the victim’s wife, Pushpa, 33, and her alleged lover, Devaraj, in connection with the crime.The deceased has been identified as Ashok SM,…

BENGALURU: A desperate bid to raise a small loan to pay his children’s school fees has landed a 38-year-old tailor from east Bengaluru in an alleged cybercrime case, after his bank account was misused for fraudulent transactions by an acquaintance.Riyaz Vali, a Bharathinagar resident who has worked at a ladies’ tailoring shop in Pulakeshinagar for…

On Monday, January 26, 2026, Bengaluru is anticipated to experience a warm and slightly muggy day, marked by the possibility of a few hit-or-miss showers. Air quality, which was categorized as “moderate” yesterday, may see temporary improvements in localized areas due to minimal rainfall and moderate winds. Temperatures are forecast to reach a peak of…

Bengaluru: Long before advertising jingles crowded television screens, one line from an Indian commercial etched itself into household memory: Jo biwi se kare pyaar, woh Prestige se kaise kare inkaar. The idea came from TT Jagannathan — the technocrat-entrepreneur who turned a modest cookware business into one of India’s most trusted brands. Jagannathan, chairman emeritus…

Bengaluru: A 37-year-old rowdy-sheeter was allegedly killed by his friends at a farmhouse near Nelamangala on the outskirts of the city Sunday evening. Nagaraj alias Auto Naga, was a resident of Gangondanahalli and a native of Huliyurdurga in Tumakuru.Police said Naga was stabbed to death around 4pm by a group of three-four friends at Balaji…

BENGALURU: Eight people from Karnataka figure in the Padma award list announced Sunday – a list that spans classical scholarship, grassroots social work, laboratory science, medicine, education, and industry. The one Padma Bhushan and seven Padma Shri awards recognise careers built quietly over decades, rooted in institutions, neighbourhoods and traditions.Shatavadhani R Ganesh (Padma Bhushan, art)A…

Bengaluru: As part of the Republic Day honours, 27 police officers and personnel from the fire and emergency services in Karnataka have been awarded the President’s Medal for distinguished service, meritorious service and gallantry.President’s Medal for Distinguished Service: Additional director general of police Devajyoti Ray and Rangappa T, assistant commissioner of police, Halasur sub-division, Bengaluru…

Bengaluru: Sanjay Nagar Rasthe Hubba 2026 brought the residents of Sanjay Nagar and RMV 2nd Stage together on a vibrant street along Boulevard Park, buzzing with activity from Sunday afternoon. Part of the BLR Hubba, the Rasthe Hubba was organised for the first time here and saw a colourful display of tradition and community spirit.Over…