Karnataka

Mangaluru, February 23, 2026: In a tragic and heartbreaking incident from Thokkottu in Karnataka, an eight-year-old girl lost her life after accidentally swallowing a small plastic Ludo piece while playing at home. The deceased child, identified as Tanishka, was a second-grade student. Her family originally hails from Kasaragod district and was residing in a rented house near Kolya, close to Thokkottu. Accident During Playtime According to reports, Tanishka was at home due to a school holiday and was playing Ludo with her siblings. During the game, she accidentally put a cone-shaped plastic token into her mouth, which slipped down her throat. Within moments, she began experiencing severe breathing difficulty. Her mother, noticing her distress, immediately sought help from neigh...

Bengaluru: In Karnataka, many young farmers are remaining unmarried well past the age of 30, as women often hesitate to marry into farming families. Congress MLA H.D. Ranganath has written to the state government, urging the Siddaramaiah-led administration to introduce a special incentive program to address this issue. MLA’s Proposal to Support Young Farmers In a letter dated 18 February, Ranganath, representing the Kunigal constituency, highlighted that his constituency is predominantly rural and heavily dependent on agriculture. He pointed out that a significant number of young men earn their livelihoods through farming, but many face difficulties in finding marriage partners. He wrote: “Many men in rural areas remain unmarried even after turning 30 due to prevailing social t...

In a landmark achievement for women in the Indian Armed Forces, Major Deeksha C. Mudadevanavar has made history by being awarded the prestigious Sacrifice Badge. This marks the first time in the history of the Indian Army that a female officer has received this distinguished honor, which symbolizes unwavering patriotism and selfless dedication. Serving in India’s Elite Para Special Forces The Para Special Forces are among the most elite units of the Indian Army, and earning the Sacrifice Badge is considered a dream for every officer. Major Deeksha has now joined this distinguished group, setting a historic precedent for women in the military. Early Life and Education Hailing from Davanagere, Karnataka, Major Deeksha’s journey toward the Army began during her school years. She a...

Bengaluru: In a heartbreaking incident that has shocked the city, a three-year-old boy drowned in an artificial pond at a popular pre-wedding and maternity photoshoot location in Bengaluru. The incident took place at The Shayar Photo Studio, located in Giddenahalli village under the Madanayakanahalli Police Station limits. The victim has been identified as Lakshveer C, who had accompanied his mother Swathi to the studio while she attended a maternity photoshoot of her pregnant friend. Mother Busy in Photoshoot, Child Went Missing According to police, the tragedy occurred at around 2:30 pm when Swathi was engaged in the photoshoot activities while the child was reportedly playing within the studio premises. Investigators suspect that the boy wandered near one of the artificial pond...

Bengaluru: A high-speed joyride turned deadly early Friday morning on Bengaluru’s STRR Ring Road near Kambalipura Gate, claiming seven lives. An SUV, driven by a 17-year-old boy, collided with a truck after hitting a motorbike, killing six students inside the vehicle and the biker on the road. Details of the Accident According to police, the SUV was carrying six students, all under 18 and enrolled in grades 10–11. The vehicle, an XUV 700, was being driven by 17-year-old Ayaan Ali, with friends Ashwin Nair, Ethan George, Ahram Sharif, Bharat, and Mohammed Farhan Sheikh on board. The accident occurred between 4:15 AM and 4:30 AM. The SUV first struck a biker named Gagan, a company supervisor, before rear-ending a moving truck. The collision caused the SUV to shatter into pieces, wit...

Bengaluru / New Delhi: The Supreme Court of India has sought the government’s response on a crucial legal question: Can a woman living in a live-in relationship with a married man file a case of dowry harassment or domestic violence under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)? Background of the Case The case involves Dr. Lokesh B. H., a cardiologist from Bengaluru, who married Navina in February 2000. Ten years into their marriage, Dr. Lokesh entered into a relationship with another woman, Tirtha, who claimed they were married in 2010. In 2015, Tirtha filed several complaints against Dr. Lokesh and his family, which were later settled amicably. In 2016, Tirtha lodged a fresh FIR alleging that Dr. Lokesh had demanded dowry and attempted to burn her alive. She also filed a sep...

Bengaluru / California: A concerning case has emerged in California, USA, where 22-year-old Indian student Saketh Sreenivasaiah from Karnataka has been missing for the past five days. Saketh, a graduate of IIT Madras, was last seen near Lake Anza in the Berkeley Hills area. Authorities and the student’s family are working closely with local law enforcement to locate him. Background Saketh, a chemical engineering graduate from IIT Madras (Class of 2025), is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at UC Berkeley. Reports indicate that he went missing on 9 February. During a search near the campus, a backpack belonging to Saketh was found at Tilden Regional Park, containing his passport and laptop. Search Operations Underway The Indian Consula...

Bengaluru, February 12, 2026: A woman from Kolkata has filed a police complaint in Bengaluru, alleging that her husband, identified as Syed Imtiaz, deceived her into a relationship, converted her to Islam, married her, and abandoned her after the birth of their daughter. The case has sparked discussions on social media, with the victim sharing her ordeal in a video that has gone viral. The woman, a Hindu from Kolkata, said she first met Imtiaz on Instagram, where he followed her and initiated a friendship. After developing a relationship, Imtiaz reportedly proposed marriage. Ignoring her family’s objections, the woman married him on July 18, 2025. She also gave birth to their daughter during the marriage. According to the complaint filed at the High Grounds Police Station, the woman ...

Bengaluru:In a tragic incident from north Bengaluru, a 26-year-old gym trainer and bodybuilder allegedly died by suicide after learning that his girlfriend was engaged to another man. The deceased, identified as Kiran, was found hanging in his room at his residence in Geleyaara Balaga Layout, Mahalakshmi Layout, on Saturday evening. According to reports, Kiran left behind a suicide note in which he reportedly held his girlfriend and her mother responsible for his death. Police have registered a case and initiated further investigation. Relationship of Three Years Ends in Shock Police sources stated that Kiran had been in a relationship with the woman for nearly three years. Family members told authorities that he had been mentally disturbed for the last two weeks after his girlfri...