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A sudden flash flood devastated Bengaluru’s iconic Bookworm bookstore, but a passionate community rallied to help it recover BENGALURU A mere 40 minutes of heavy rain and hail turned a quiet evening into a disaster for Bookworm, one of Church Street’s most iconic landmarks.
Following the fatal Bowring Hospital wall collapse, the GBA has launched an urgent citywide safety drive to demolish dilapidated structures and clear hazardous storm-damaged trees. BENGALURU Following the tragic collapse of a compound wall at Bowring Hospital that claimed s
The newly rebranded Greater Bengaluru Authority township is projected to generate over ₹15,000 crore in surplus for Karnataka’s treasury. The Karnataka government is eyeing a massive financial windfall from the newly rebranded Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) suburban townshi
Bengaluru Three passengers suffered minor injuries after a BMTC bus crashed into a compound wall near Field Marshal Manekshaw Parade Ground. The incident happened as the bus travelled from Shivajinagar towards Anil Kumble Circle. Police said the driver lost control while takin
BENGALURU Government of India introduced the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, requiring homes to separate waste into four types, but early challenges are already visible in Bengaluru. The system adds “special care waste” like bulbs and medicines to existing categories. Offic
BENGALURU A tragic incident unfolded in Hulimavu where 23-year-old Vandana was found hanging in her home. Married for three years and a mother to a tiny three-month-old, her sudden death has sparked outrage. Vandana’s parents allege that her husband, Vikramshesha, and his rela
Bengaluru Senior police officer B.N. Lavanya passed away after battling cancer. She died at a private hospital in the city, officials confirmed. Lavanya was serving as SP in Bescom Vigilance since 2023. Originally from Chikkaballapur district, she had earlier worked in Mandya
SRINGERI Recount of postal votes in Sringeri assembly constituency ordered by the High Court has been completed and Congress candidate T D Rajegowda has been declared the winner after verification of ballots Officials have confirmed that the margin has changed slightly after r
BELAGAVI Hotel owners in Belagavi have expressed strong anger after the recent increase in commercial LPG cylinder prices and PNG gas rates affecting daily operations across the city. They said the price hike will heavily impact small and big hotels, forcing them to reconsider
Hunsur A traditional chariot festival at the ancient Sri Lakshminarasimhaswamy Temple in Hunsur has been highlighted as a strong example of social change and unity, with leaders calling it a step towards ending caste barriers. Speaking at the event, Ningraj Malladi, state o
Mandya A Mandya court has sentenced a man to seven years of imprisonment in a case related to the death of his grandmother, after concluding that the offence amounted to culpable homicide and not murder. According to the case details, the accused Harish, aged 36 and a resid
BENGALURU The Karnataka High Court has come to the rescue of two power department workers who were fired after being jailed on murder charges they didn't commit. The court quashed a dismissal order by the Mangalore Electricity Supply Company (MESCOM), ruling that being in pris
Shivamogga Police have registered a case against 15 members of the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) following a protest that turned violent at Kuvempu University in Bhadravati rural limits. The FIR was filed at Bhadravati Rural Police Station based on a complaint by
District Health Meeting UDUPI MP Kota Srinivas Poojary has directed health department officials to ensure that patients referred from district hospitals to private hospitals under the Ayushman Arogya Karnataka scheme receive proper treatment and timely medical help. He rais
Horatti urged non-political cooperation for North Karnataka development, highlighting Lakkundi heritage and praising villagers for handing over artefacts GADAG Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti said that the historic town of Lakkundi is on track to be included
Vijayendra said Congress leadership speculation continues; he announced May 9 event for B.S. Yediyurappa in Chitradurga, expected attendance of Amit Shah and others Mysuru BJP State President B. Y. Vijayendra on Saturday hinted at possible political changes in Karnataka, sa
Joshi said Congress faces voter trust issues and weak ground presence, also citing internal leadership disputes and controversies DAVANAGERE Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Saturday attacked the Congress party saying it is missing from the five state elections and people ar
MANDYA The Ambedkar Labour Service Centres have supplied occupational safety kits for registered construction workers in Mandya district, officials said. Workers who have already registered have begun receiving the kits. Those who are registered but have not yet received them
