A horrific bus accident on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru route claimed 12 lives when a Volvo bus caught fire near Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh during the early hours of Friday. The Kaveri Travels bus, carrying around 40 passengers, began its journey from Hyderabad at midnight. Around 3:30 am, it collided with a two-wheeler near Ullindakonda on NH-44, leading to a spark that quickly engulfed the vehicle in flames. Within minutes, the fire spread throughout the AC bus, leaving passengers trapped as many

A viral video of two American children shopping alone at a local grocery store in Bengaluru has ignited a wide-ranging debate across social media. The reel, shared on Instagram by Dana Marie, an American woman living in India, captured her two young kids heading to a nearby corner shop without adult supervision. Armed with a Rs 100 note, the siblings filmed their outing as they searched for butter and a small treat, sparking conversation about child independen

Armaan Malik, a name long synonymous with Bollywood’s emotional ballads, is ready to redefine his career. The playback singer, who has captured hearts with his cinematic songs over the years, is now embracing a new identity that of a global pop artist. After 18 years of contributing to the world of Bollywood music, Malik is stepping out of his comfort zone and into the limelight with his first-ever stadium tour.

A special court in Bengaluru has sentenced former Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna to life imprisonment for the repeated rape of his house help and the unlawful circulation of videos of the assault. The court found him guilty under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code, including rape, voyeurism, criminal intimidation, and unlawful distribution of intimate images, as well as provisions of the IT Act. The case has drawn significant attention not onl

Rahul Gandhi is set to lead a protest in Bengaluru on August 5, accusing the ruling BJP of "vote theft" during the 2024 Karnataka Lok Sabha elections. According to Congress leaders, including Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, the party has gathered concrete evidence supporting claims of electoral fraud. The protest will be followed by a formal representation to the Election Commission of India, demanding accounta

In a major counter-terrorism breakthrough, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has arrested Shama Parveen, a 30-year-old woman from Bengaluru, for allegedly leading an Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS)-linked terror module. Authorities believe she was the key conspirator and handler, orchestrating operations from Karnataka while maintaining contact with recruits across states. Her arrest is part of an expanding investigation into a module with susp

Bengaluru will host the 7th Indian Open Para Athletics Championship on July 11 and 12 at the Kanteerava Stadium, bringing together over 262 of the country’s top para athletes. This pivotal event acts as the final selection trial for the Indian team heading to the New Delhi 2025 World Para Athletics Championships later this year. Leading the athlete lineup is two-time Paralympic gold medallist Sumit Antil in the

In a shocking turn of events, Alia Bhatt’s former personal assistant, Vedika Shetty, has been arrested for allegedly cheating the actor of a staggering Rs 77 lakh. The fraud, which occurred over a span of two years, between May 2022 and August 2024, was discovered after Alia Bhatt’s mother, actor-director Soni Razdan, filed a formal police complaint with Juhu police on January 23, 2025. Vedika Shetty, 32,

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make a historic communication from space with school students and scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on July 4, 2025. The interaction, which will take place via ham radio, is part of the ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) programme, designed to connect astronauts aboard the ISS with students around the world, inspiring the next generation of space explorers.

In a shocking crime reported from South Goa, a 22-year-old woman from Bengaluru, Roshni Moses M, was found murdered in a forested area of Pratap Nagar. She had travelled to Goa with her boyfriend, Sanjay Kevin M, intending to get married. However, a dispute reportedly erupted between the two, resulting in a brutal killing. According to Goa Police, the couple had arrived in the coastal state days earlier. They planned

A significant political shake-up appears imminent in Karnataka, with the Congress high command reportedly preparing for a major cabinet reshuffle. Senior party leader Rahul Gandhi is said to be dissatisfied with the current state leadership, particularly following the tragic stampede during the RCB felicitation event in Bengaluru, which left 11 people dead and many injured. Sources reveal that Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Home Minister G Parameshwar

What was meant to be a historic celebration turned into a heartbreaking tragedy at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium, where 11 people died and 47 were injured in a stampede during the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) IPL victory event. The youngest victim was a 14-year-old girl, and all the deceased were under the age of 40. Among those who lost their lives were teenagers and young adults who had gathered with fri

A massive tragedy struck Bengaluru during what was meant to be a joyful celebration of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s historic IPL win. A stampede near the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday evening led to the death of 11 people and left several others injured, turning euphoria into heartbreak. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed the media, calling the incident an “unexpected tragedy” and c

Celebrations marking Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s long-awaited IPL 2025 victory ended in tragedy as stampedes at two locations in Bengaluru claimed at least 11 lives. The chaos unfolded outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium and the Vidhana Soudha, where the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) and state officials were holding felicitation events for the RCB squad. The disaster began when tens of thousands of

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) finally ended their 18-year wait for an Indian Premier League (IPL) title by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2025 final. The historic victory marked a monumental moment for one of the league’s most popular franchises, and triggered a wave of celebrations across social media. Among the many emotional responses was one from the team’s original founder, Vijay Mallya, who shared heartfelt messages reflecting o

Rajasthan Royals' (RR) woes in IPL 2025 continued on Thursday as they suffered their fifth consecutive defeat, falling to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in a tight clash at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. Despite promising innings from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel, RR dramatically collapsed during the final overs. Needing just 18 runs from 12 balls, Rajasthan managed to score only one run in the 19th over, bowled brilliantly by Josh Hazlewood, and ultimately lost the match by 11 runs.

The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are setting the tone for the IPL 2025 season in remarkable fashion, and their latest triumph against the Mumbai Indians (MI) at Wankhede has etched a new chapter in the tournament's history. Under the leadership of Rajat Patidar, RCB have become the first team ever to defeat three powerhouses—Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Chennai Super Kings (CSK), and Mumbai Indians (MI)—on their home grounds in a single season under the same captain. Only on

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have long been one of the most popular teams in the Indian Premier League (IPL), yet the coveted trophy has continued to elude them. Despite fielding cricket superstars like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and Chris Gayle in previous seasons, RCB have faced heartbreak multiple times, including painful losses in the 2009, 2011, and 2016 IPL finals. However, IPL 2025 has brought renewed optimism for RCB fans. With this being Season 18, supporters are drawing symbo

A recent job listing by Blinkit for a Software Development Engineer position in Bengaluru has created a massive stir online after attracting over 13,451 applicants in just one day. The overwhelming response took social media by storm when a user shared screenshots of the job listing, highlighting the intense competition in the job market. According to the viral post shared on X (formerly Twitter), a significant majority of the applicants &m

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has arrested Kannada actor Ranya Rao in connection with a ₹12.56 crore gold smuggling case. According to the DRI’s arrest memo, Ranya attempted to smuggle 14.2 kg of 24-karat gold into India, concealing it in her clothing, shoes, and pockets to evade customs duty. The DRI’s memo outlines that Ranya Rao was intercepted on March 3, 2025, at Kempegowda International Airport (KIAL) in Bengaluru while arriving from Dubai on Emirates Fligh