Bengaluru, April 10 (IANS) The Karnataka Police have arrested the man who posted the viral video claiming the availability of “zombie drugs” in Bengaluru city on Friday. However, Home Minister G. Parameshwara has clarified that no such drugs exist in Bengaluru. He stated that the man in the video had consumed alcohol and taken tablets simultaneously, which caused him to behave unusually on a public road.The police in Bengaluru have arrested the accused, identified as Hemanth Kumar, a residen…
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Bengaluru, April 10 (IANS) Bengaluru police will issue notices to individuals who shared or amplified a viral video claiming that “zombie drug” consumption is widespread, warning of legal action against those spreading unverified information. City Police Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh said on Friday that notices would be served to all those who circulated the video on social media, stressing that strict action would be taken against the sharing of baseless claims. He stated that more t…
Hubballi (Karnataka), April 4 (IANS) The Karnataka Police are proceeding cautiously in connection with an alleged “love jihad” case reported from Hubballi, following the emergence of sensitive and serious allegations from both sides. Three cases have been registered by the families involved. Speaking to the media on Saturday, Hubballi-Dharwad Police Commissioner N. Shashikumar said that the young woman has made allegations of rape against the accused man. “Three cases have been registered in con…
Bengaluru, April 2 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister, G. Parameshwara, on Thursday said that the Karnataka Police have been successful in creating an atmosphere of peace and harmony in the state and have earned recognition as one of the best police systems in the country.He was speaking at the Police Flag Day celebrations and the Chief Minister’s Medal award ceremony held at the KSRP Parade Ground in Koramangala in Bengaluru, where he addressed the medal recipients.He said that Police Flag Day is…
Bengaluru, March 31 (IANS) Karnataka Police have filed an FIR against a man who was earlier let off after being taken into custody for attempting to open an aircraft’s emergency door, and later allegedly abused the Bengaluru Police on social media, officials said on Tuesday. The Kempegowda Airport police have registered the case in this regard.The accused, identified as Utkarsh Gowtham from Maharashtra, has deleted all his social media posts following the filing of the FIR and is currently unt…
Koppal (Karnataka), March 30 (IANS) The Karnataka Police have launched a hunt for a man involved in a series of unusual thefts targeting women’s innerwear in Gangavathi town of Koppal district over the past few days. The development has caused concern among residents in the region. The incident was reported in the jurisdiction of the Gangavathi Town Police Station. The CCTV in the area captured visuals of the suspect carrying out the acts, which went viral on social media. According to a preli…
Coimbatore, March 29 (IANS) The Coimbatore Police have launched an inquiry after a private bus from the city was seized in Karnataka’s Chikkamagaluru district for allegedly carrying inscriptions seen as glorifying fugitive gangster Dawood Ibrahim.The bus, which had departed from Coimbatore with more than 40 engineering students on board, was returning from an excursion to Dandeli in Karnataka’s Uttara Kannada district when it was intercepted by the Basavanahalli police on Saturday.According …
Raipur, March 29 (IANS) Over the past few days, Karnataka swimmer Manikanta probably felt like a model in a fashion show, constantly needing to change quickly between runway walks and prepare for the next act. The 21-year-old shone at the first Khelo India Tribal Games in Raipur, aiming for nine gold medals in four days. He ultimately secured eight golds and one silver. The real challenge for Manikanta was switching between the pool and the victory podium after each race, which involved constant…
Bengaluru, March 28 (IANS) The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 opener between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium saw fans return with excitement and relief, praising improved arrangements while soaking in the electric atmosphere. Supporters from across the globe, including India, Ireland, and the United States, gathered to cheer, hopeful of a great start to the season and confident of a smooth, enjoyable matchday experience.Saturday’s game also marks…
Bengaluru, March 3 (IANS) With the Karnataka state government giving its go-ahead, defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru are all set to return to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, with five of their home games confirmed to take place in Bengaluru this season. The remaining two home matches of their IPL 2026 campaign will be staged at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur as per prior commitment.This is a signi…