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Mystery at Bengaluru pub: Bank manager found dead inside ladies' washroom

A 31-year-old bank manager was found dead in a pub's ladies' washroom in Bengaluru under suspicious circumstances. Megharaj, who had consumed alcohol and food with friends, reportedly felt unwell and entered the washroom before being discovered unconscious. The cause of death is pending post-mortem and forensic analysis.

10 Oct 2025 12:42 pm
'Messy traffic means growth': Priyank Kharge's bizarre justification for Bengaluru jams; cites migrants, office boom

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge views Bengaluru's traffic congestion as a positive indicator of economic growth, attributing it to the city's booming job market and influx of migrants. He highlighted significant office space absorption and a large vehicle count, suggesting these are symptoms of a thriving economy that needs to be managed.

10 Oct 2025 12:22 pm
Speak Kannada: Woman accuses Bengaluru Uber driver of abusing her; company apologises

A woman in Bengaluru alleged an Uber auto driver abused her and attempted to hit her, claiming the driver demanded she speak Kannada and took videos during the confrontation. The incident occurred after she cancelled a ride, with the driver later blocking her path and demanding money, stating she was being targeted due to her Northeast origin.

10 Oct 2025 12:22 pm
Bengaluru horror: Mother strangles 2 children before killing herself in Bagalagunte

A 40-year-old woman tragically killed her two young children, aged four and one, before taking her own life at their Bengaluru residence. Police found the children strangled and the woman hanging. The motive behind this devastating incident remains unknown as investigations are ongoing.

10 Oct 2025 10:37 am
When I step on stage, I put on that Devi energy: Raja Kumari

Raja Kumari opens up about the intersection of her artistry and faith and how she uses her music to capture the 'collective energy of surrender'

10 Oct 2025 12:00 am
First in India: Karnataka approves 12 menstrual leaves for women; minister calls it progressive law

Karnataka has become India's first state to approve menstrual leave for women, allowing up to 12 sanctioned leaves annually. State minister Santosh Lad announced the progressive law, emphasizing its welfare-oriented approach for women. The decision marks a significant step for women's rights in the state.

9 Oct 2025 4:03 pm
Karnataka: Bengaluru to set up Indias first state-level centre of excellence in space technology

Karnataka is launching India's first state-level Centre of Excellence in Space Technology in Bengaluru. This facility will unite industry, academia, and startups. It aims to boost space technology development and startup incubation. The centre will also introduce India's first State Space Innovation Index. Karnataka seeks to capture a significant share of the Indian and global space markets.

9 Oct 2025 3:46 pm