Karnataka

A heart-wrenching incident shook Koppal, Karnataka, as a young couple lost their lives in a road accident while returning from their pre-wedding photoshoot. The couple’s wedding was scheduled for 21 December. The Accident According to the police, the victims, Kariappa Madival Hanumanhatti (26) and Kavita Pavadeppa Madival (19), were riding a motorcycle back from a scenic photoshoot at Pampavan, Munirabad, Hospet, when a runaway lorry collided with their bike. The impact was devastating: Kavita died instantly at the scene, while Kariappa was critically injured and rushed to Gangavathi Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Background The couple had been engaged five months ago, and both families were actively preparing for the upcoming wedding. Their untimely deaths...

India’s royal families carry centuries-old legacies, traditions and tales that continue to fascinate the world. Among them, the Wadiyar dynasty of Mysore holds a special place — known not only for its grandeur and wealth but also for a mysterious 400-year-old curse that allegedly prevented the birth of natural heirs. Today, the clan believes that curse has finally been lifted — thanks to Princess Trishika Kumari Wadiyar. A Royal Lineage Under a 400-Year Shadow The Wadiyar dynasty, currently headed by 27th titular Maharaja Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, has ruled Mysore for centuries. Yet, according to local folklore, the family suffered a tragic prophecy dating back to 1612, when Queen Alamelamma of the Vijayanagara Empire cursed the Wadiyars while ending her life in the...

Bengaluru/Shivamogga: Karnataka’s Shivamogga Central Jail authorities carried out a major crackdown on narcotics on Friday, uncovering 123 grams of marijuana along with several cigarettes. The discovery occurred when an auto-rickshaw driver arrived outside the jail carrying five sacks of bananas. Police are now investigating the case. Hidden Marijuana Packets Found in Banana Sacks The driver claimed he had brought the sacks on the instructions of the jail canteen. Upon inspection, jail security personnel discovered that the sacks had been tampered with. Marijuana packets and cigarettes were cleverly concealed with adhesive tape inside the bananas. During ongoing checks of the first consignment, a staff member on duty, identified as Satvik, was found with 170 grams of marijuana sim...

Bengaluru: In a shocking crime that has stunned Karnataka, an elder brother allegedly murdered his younger sibling inside a moving car and dumped the body in a lake with the help of two accomplices. Bengaluru City Police cracked the case using private CCTV footage that captured key moments of the crime and the disposal of the body. Brother Called Sibling to Bengaluru on Pretext of Job According to the police, Shivraj (28), a cab driver from Kalaburagi district, called his younger brother Dhanraj (24) to Bengaluru under the pretext of helping him find a job. Dhanraj, who lived with their parents in their hometown, reached the city on 2 November. Investigators revealed that Shivraj was deeply frustrated with his brother’s behaviour. Dhanraj was allegedly involved in thefts, violent ...

Bengaluru: A meticulously planned daylight robbery in Karnataka’s capital has sent shockwaves across the state. A gang, posing as RBI officials, looted ₹7.11 crore from an armored cash van transporting currency for ATM replenishment. Bengaluru Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh has ordered a city-wide high alert and intensified vehicle checks to apprehend the perpetrators. The Daring HeistThe audacious robbery occurred between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM in South Bengaluru. The CMS Info Systems van, carrying cash in three boxes, was en route from HDFC Bank in JP Nagar to HBR Layout, a distance of 22 km. The incident involved one armored van, an MUV, and two hatchback vehicles. The gang, numbering five to six men, stopped the cash van near Ashoka Stambh in Jayanagar Second Block by bloc...

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government has issued a health advisory for Sabarimala pilgrims following reports of Naegleria fowleri infections — a rare but deadly microorganism commonly known as the “brain-eating amoeba.” The advisory aims to spread awareness and ensure preventive measures during the ongoing pilgrimage season. Health Department Commissioner stated that Naegleria fowleri is typically found in warm fresh water, stagnant ponds, pits, sand, and swimming pools. Crucially, the infection does not spread from person to person, nor does it occur by drinking contaminated water. Why the Advisory Was Issued Naegleria fowleri can enter the human body when contaminated water enters through the nose, from where it may reach the brain and cause Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PA...