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Free Bus Travel Empowers Women, Boosts Jobs and Income Across Karnataka CH NEWS Karnataka’s flagship women’s empowerment initiative, the Shakti Scheme, has secured a prestigious place in the Golden Book of World Records for recording the highest number of women passengers i
Bengaluru intensifies drive to fix potholes Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao has directed officials of the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) to address the city’s pothole menace on a war footing. He stressed that pothole repair should be taken up urgently, especially d
BengaluruThe Karnataka Legislative Assembly on Tuesday passed the Karnataka Platform-Based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2025, aimed at safeguarding the rights of gig workers, setting up a welfare fund, and bringing accountability to online aggregators. Labou
BengaluruThe Karnataka Assembly on Tuesday cleared the Karnataka Municipal Corporations (Amendment) Bill, enabling municipal commissioners to regularise unlawful constructions by levying penalties, a move seen as resembling the controversial Akrama-Sakrama scheme, currently under
BengaluruWomen and Child Development Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar on Tuesday assured that the truth behind the Dharmasthala case will soon come to light. She said the government has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to ensure that the reputation of Dharmasthala remains u
Dharmasthala Dharmadhikari Veerendra Heggade dismissed the mass burial allegations as “baseless,” saying the charges have distressed devotees who trust the institution. Dharmasthala Dharmasthala Dharmadhikari Veerendra Heggade on Tuesday described the allegations of mass bu
“Customers should stay alert against fraudsters by avoiding anonymous calls, ignoring suspicious digital links, and completing KYC for Jan Dhan Yojana accounts to receive government scheme benefits,” said Sonali Sengupta, Regional Director of RBI, Bangalore. She was speaking a
BengaluruKarnataka set a new milestone in renewable energy on August 18, generating a record 143 million units of electricity from green sources. The share of renewable energy in the state now ranges between 75% and 85%, significantly reducing dependence on conventional sources l
Amendment Ensures Municipal Corporations Retain Autonomy and Full Democratic Powers The Greater Bengaluru Administration (Amendment) Bill, 2025, aimed at safeguarding the autonomy of local municipal corporations, was passed in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday after an exten
The muhurat of DAD, starring Shivarajkumar, was held on Monday at the historic Nandi Temple atop Chamundi Hill in Mysuru. The opening shot was given a ceremonial start by Geetha Shivarajkumar, who clapped the first take and wished the film’s team great success. This temple hol
After the demolition of veteran actor Dr. Vishnuvardhan’s samadhi at Abhiman Studio, fans were left heartbroken. To honour the late legend, actor Kichcha Sudeep, who has always admired Vishnuvardhan, has stepped forward. He has purchased half an acre of land near Kengeri in Benga
Phoenix Mall of Asia Powers Bengaluru’s Youth Movement with Fitness, Coffee, and Music CH NewsPhoenix Mall of Asia transformed into the city’s ultimate lifestyle hub on August 17, hosting India’s biggest Fit Fusion Fest & Coffee Rave. The first-of-its-kind event brought togeth
Gadag “Everyone must join hands to transform Gadag into an industrial city. The District Chamber of Commerce should aspire to compete with Bengaluru’s Chamber of Commerce—when we set such a goal, the way forward becomes clear,” said MP Basavaraj Bommai. He was speaking at t
Race For Spots New Delhi India’s selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, will meet today (August 19) to finalize the squad for the Men’s T20 Asia Cup, to be played in the UAE from September 9 to 28. This tournament is crucial, as players chosen will also form the core for next year
Narayanaswamy alleges Congress influenced by communists, urges CM’s resignation immediately Bengaluru Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Council, has demanded that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah apologize to the people and resign ove
Belagavi A Star Air flight (S5111) from Belagavi to Mumbai returned safely to Sambra airport just 15 minutes after takeoff when a fuel leak was detected in one of its engines. The aircraft was carrying 48 passengers, all of whom are safe. Airport Managing Director Tyagaraj sai
Lalbagh Flower show footfall The annual Lalbagh Flower and Fruit Exhibition has once again captured the city’s imagination, drawing record crowds and revenue during the Independence Day week. Organized inside the historic Glass House, this year’s exhibition was themed on the
Bengaluru The Karnataka Assembly on Wednesday passed the Registration (Karnataka Amendment) Bill, aimed at simplifying property registration and introducing digital technology to reduce human intervention. Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda said the Bill enables certain re
