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A suspected LPG cylinder explosion in Chinnayyanapalya’s Shriram Colony killed an 8-year-old boy and injured 12 others, damaging multiple houses. Locals doubt the cylinder theory, citing the blast’s unusual force. Police are investigating the possibility of a suspicious object.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announced that the State will introduce a new law to curb hate speech and communal provocation. A special task force and CCTV network will strengthen monitoring in sensitive districts, especially in the coastal belt

The Supreme Court on Thursday cancelled bail granted to Kannada actor Darshan in the Renukaswamy murder case, overturning Karnataka High Court’s order citing serious infirmities. The court noted strong allegations and forensic evidence, stressing the trial court is the proper forum

The removal of KN Rajanna from the Karnataka cabinet has triggered protests by the Valmiki community in Tumakuru. PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi and community leaders backed Rajanna, alleging conspiracy, and demanded his reinstatement or another Valmiki leader’s inclusion in the cabinet

Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna resigned from the Karnataka cabinet after weeks of controversy over remarks on leadership change and Rahul Gandhi’s poll rigging claims. The move follows his removal as Hassan district in-charge and apparent pressure from the Congress high command

PM Modi humourously noted women prefer Bengaluru Metro over Karnataka’s free bus scheme during Yellow Line inauguration. The Rs 7,160 crore project marks a key step in Metro expansion, with Modi also laying foundation for Phase 3’s Orange Line

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched three Vande Bharat Express trains, including the Bengaluru–Belagavi route, which cuts travel time by over an hour. The new services aim to boost connectivity, economic growth, and regional integration.

The Karnataka government plans major amendments to the Rent Act, 1999, introducing steep penalty hikes for subletting and unregistered brokers, market-based rent regulation, eviction notice requirements, and a fast-track dispute resolution system to ensure fairness for tenants and landlords

A 14-year-old boy in Bengaluru was allegedly murdered by his uncle over repeated demands for online gaming money. The accused surrendered after three days. Police recovered the decomposed body and launched a probe into the role of gaming addiction in the incident

Over 6,000 police personnel have been deployed across Bengaluru ahead of Rahul Gandhi’s protest on Friday. The city has been divided into 15 security sectors, with Freedom Park as the control hub. Emergency services and special forces are on standby

After two student suicides in one medical college hostel, RGUHS is planning to install anti-suicide devices in ceiling fans across affiliated colleges. The devices disconnect under pressure and trigger alarms, enabling timely intervention and psychological support for distressed students

The Karnataka High Court directed transport unions to defer their planned August 5 strike by a day, following a PIL citing public hardship. The court criticised the timing of the petition but acknowledged the disruption the strike could cause to essential services

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Bengaluru on August 10 to inaugurate the Yellow Line of Namma Metro and lay the foundation for Phase-3. The new 19.15 km line is expected to ease congestion and benefit over 25 lakh people

Former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna was sentenced to life imprisonment and fined Rs 5 lakh in a rape and abduction case involving a domestic worker. The verdict marks a major legal development, with three more related cases still under trial

Former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna was found guilty by a Bengaluru court in a rape and obscene video case filed by a domestic worker. The court will announce the sentence on Saturday. Revanna faces three other similar cases

Neblio Technologies in Bengaluru lost Rs 378 crore in a major cryptocurrency theft. An employee was arrested for violating IT rules. The company has offered a Rs 96 crore reward for help in recovering the stolen amount. Probe is on

BJP leader N R Ramesh has accused Congress MLA H C Balakrishna and others of illegally grabbing Rs. 800 crore worth of government land in Bengaluru. A Lokayukta complaint alleges use of forged documents, political influence, and record tampering.

A 22-year-old nurse from Tumakuru died by suicide in Bengaluru after being allegedly blackmailed with private photos by her friend’s father. Police had earlier warned the accused following a complaint, but the victim ended her life days later.

The Telangana Throwball Association will conduct selection trials on August 3 for junior boys and girls to participate in the 35th Junior National Championship, scheduled from September 24 in Bengaluru

Milind Kharge, son of AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge, is in critical condition at Sakra Hospital, Bengaluru. Family sources confirmed he is battling cancer and has been under treatment in the ICU since his health worsened on Sunday evening