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Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said he politely declined the Congress high command’s offer for a Rajya Sabha seat, asserting his commitment to state politics. He said he would continue serving as Varuna MLA and remain active in public life and political battles

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said he has resigned from his post, stating that he acted in line with directions from the Congress high command. He confirmed submitting his resignation to the Governor’s office and thanked party leaders for the opportunity to serve

Kanakappa showcased exceptional speed and determination in the T-44 category 100-meter race, clocking an impressive 12.99 seconds

Amberpet police busted a Bengaluru-based fake job racket that allegedly cheated unemployed youth by offering bogus software jobs and forged appointment letters. Four persons were arrested, and police suspect nearly 40 victims may have been duped in the large-scale cyber fraud.

The 8th Indian Open Para Athletics Championships 2026 began in Bengaluru with stellar performances. Nishad Kumar won long jump gold, Rakshitha Raju dominated the 1500m T11, and Chaitanya Pathak, Mohammed Basil, Vivek Sharma, and Sharmila also clinched top honours

Oota has launched its new restaurant in Hyderabad’s Hitec City, offering a menu inspired by Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Nizami cuisines. Operated by Total Environment Hospitality, the restaurant features regional classics, traditional desserts and locally inspired cocktails.

Chasing a target of 172, Uttar Pradesh displayed fearless and aggressive batting

Karnataka authorities uncovered a major prison fraud after a life convict allegedly secured release from Bengaluru’s Parappana Agrahara Central Prison in 2018 using forged Supreme Court documents. Police registered an FIR and launched investigations into possible collusion, negligence and the convict’s whereabouts.

The seven players, who were part of the 28-member India squad selected by coach Khalid Jamil for the four-nation tournament, were scheduled to fly to London from Bengaluru on Sunday

Karnataka has become the third state in the country to issue such a revised minimum wage notification after Uttar Pradesh and Haryana

A boxing coach in Bengaluru has been booked under the POCSO Act after a 17-year-old trainee accused him of sexual abuse and intimidation. The FIR alleges repeated inappropriate behaviour over several years, with the latest incident reportedly occurring during a boxing competition in Chennai

Police busted an IPL 2026 ticket black market racket in Hyderabad and detained four persons ahead of the Sunrisers Hyderabad versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru match. Authorities are also probing the source of complimentary tickets and warning fans against fake ticketing apps.

Kannada actor Dileep Raj passed away at 47 due to a heart attack in Bengaluru. Known for films like Milana, U Turn, and Tony, he had a two-decade career spanning cinema and television, including work as an actor and producer

Akasa Air will launch daily direct flights from Noida International Airport to Bengaluru and Navi Mumbai from June 16, 2026. The airline said the expansion will improve NCR connectivity and support growing aviation demand across India

NCRB 2024 data shows Delhi recorded the highest metro murders linked to love affairs and illicit relationships among major Indian cities. Disputes, vendetta, and financial motives dominated killings nationwide, with a slight overall decline in murder cases

A 19-year-old Kerala student, Adhityan P A, died by alleged suicide in a Bengaluru hostel, with police citing possible depression, while his family suspects foul play and has demanded a thorough probe into circumstances, including alleged harassment and hostel-related incidents

A Bengaluru Congress functionary Anand P was arrested under POCSO provisions after a complaint alleging sexual misconduct with a minor, assault, criminal intimidation, and violence involving family members, with police registering a case and initiating further investigation

AI hiring in India has risen 59.5 per cent year-on-year, with Hyderabad recording over 51 per cent growth, according to LinkedIn. Demand is expanding beyond Bengaluru as companies adopt AI, creating strong opportunities across tier-2 and tier-3 cities.

A Bengaluru woman has confessed to killing her boyfriend after tying him to a bed and setting him on fire, police said. The case initially appeared to be suicide but was later confirmed as murder following investigation and interrogation.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao will attend the Entrepreneur India Idea Awards 2026 in Bengaluru as chief guest, where he will address over 300 entrepreneurs and industry leaders, highlighting his role in promoting innovation and Telangana’s startup ecosystem.