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Court warns aggregators as bike taxi services resume despite prohibition The Karnataka High Court on Friday reiterated that bike taxi services remain unauthorized in Bengaluru and across the state. The court clarified that no aggregator company has been granted permission to o
New Host Unveiled New Delhi The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced that Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium will replace Bengaluru’s M. Chinnaswamy Stadium as one of the five venues for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025. The shift was required after the Kar
Daniel George The much-anticipated Kannada film Balaramana Dinagalu has officially entered the dubbing stage, signaling the completion of its shoot. Directed by KM Chaitanya, best known for the cult classic Aa Dinagalu, this new venture revisits the raw, gritty world of Bengal
Even today, while several senior artists have gained recognition in cinema, many talented individuals remain unnoticed. Efforts are being made to bring such hidden gems into the spotlight. One such talent is Nagesh N., hailing from the village of Thirumalapalyad in Tumakuru distr
As Indian cities grow denser and traffic congestion worsens, microcars are emerging as a practical solution for urban mobility. Compact, fuel-efficient, and easy to maneuver, these small vehicles are gaining popularity among city dwellers who prioritize convenience over size. Wit
‘Congress govt has infused nearly ₹1 lakh crore into the hands of the poor through its welfare schemes’ Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Wednesday said the Congress government has directly infused nearly ₹1 lakh crore into the hands of the poor through variou
Opposition Leader slams government over tax hikes, pothole-ridden Bengaluru, and stalled projects Bengaluru Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the Congress-led Karnataka government in the Legislative Assembly, accusing it of collec
Karnataka Cabinet reorganised SC sub-groups into three, granting 6% each to Left and Right-Hand castes. A moment when beneficiaries congratulated the Chief Minister following the Cabinet’s decision on internal reservation. (Photo Caption) Bengaluru Karnataka Chief Minist
The Karnataka Legislative Council has passed an amendment making rural service mandatory for doctors, nurses, and medical staff Introducing the Bill, Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said that for years, many doctors, nurses, and Group D staff have continued to serve in the sa
What appeared to be a legitimate farm produce trade in Bengaluru turned out to be a front for a thriving drug network, police revealed after a major bust. In a major crackdown on narcotics trade, the Sampigehalli police arrested a BBM student for allegedly selling drugs under
App introduces illuminated markers on autos, ensuring easy night visibility while promoting transparency and affordable travel. BJP MP from Bengaluru South, Tejasvi Surya, has publicly endorsed Nagara Auto, a city-based mobile application that connects commuters with autos and
Stormwater Drain Buffer Road Project Gets Priority in Yelahanka Zone Inspection In a move aimed at improving road infrastructure and easing connectivity to the Kempegowda International Airport, BBMP Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao, IAS, carried out an inspection of various lo
More than 90 areas across the city will face a day-long power outage on Wednesday, August 20, as Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) undertakes urgent maintenance work. The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) will carry out repair and upgrade activi
CH NEWS When vision is touched by empathy, a remarkable photojournalist is born, and the image captured in that moment becomes history, said Chief Minister’s Media Advisor K.V. Prabhakar while inaugurating World Photography Day celebrations organized by the Bengaluru Photojour
Free Bus Travel Empowers Women, Boosts Jobs and Income Across Karnataka CH NEWS Karnataka’s flagship women’s empowerment initiative, the Shakti Scheme, has secured a prestigious place in the Golden Book of World Records for recording the highest number of women passengers i
Bengaluru intensifies drive to fix potholes Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao has directed officials of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) to address the city’s pothole menace on a war footing. He stressed that pothole repair should be taken up urgently, especially d
BengaluruThe Karnataka Legislative Assembly on Tuesday passed the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2025, aimed at safeguarding the rights of gig workers, setting up a welfare fund, and bringing accountability to online aggregators. Labou
BengaluruThe Karnataka Assembly on Tuesday cleared the Karnataka Municipal Corporations (Amendment) Bill, enabling municipal commissioners to regularise unlawful constructions by levying penalties, a move seen as resembling the controversial Akrama-Sakrama scheme, currently under
