Residents near Rani Jhari in Chikkamagaluru protest the forest department's Rs 30 entry fee proposal, citing lack of basic amenities like roads and water. They demand infrastructure improvements first.
A 21-year-old man was murdered in Tarikere, Chikkamagaluru, allegedly by the brother of a girl whose photo he posted online. The victim had wished her a happy birthday. Police have registered a case.
A 21-year-old man from Chikkamagaluru was stabbed to death for posting a birthday wish for his ex-girlfriend on Instagram. Police have arrested four, including her brother and fiancé. Read the full details.
Chikkamagaluru district imposes a temporary ban on tourist visits to 22 spots, including Mullayanagiri, from Dec 31 evening to Jan 1 morning for New Year's Eve 2025. Details here.
Karnataka's Malnad region witnesses massive tourist influx for year-end. Resorts fully booked as visitors seek intimate New Year celebrations in Chikkamagaluru and Hassan.
A gang of five masked men robbed a jewellery store in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district, escaping with gold ornaments worth lakhs. Police investigation is underway.
ACB Nanded traps a police sub-inspector and constable for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh. Both officers attached to Airport police station arrested. Read the full details of the corruption case.
Tragic accident in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district claims 9 lives after a bus collides with a truck and catches fire. Details on the rescue operation and investigation.
Forest officials in Chikkamagaluru investigate the killing of three blackbucks with bullet injuries in Kadur taluk. DCF Ramesh Babu rules out local farmer involvement, citing religious beliefs. Read for details.
Two female and one male blackbuck, all under two years old, were found dead near a conservation reserve in Chikkamagaluru. Forest officials suspect poaching. Read for details.
Three endangered blackbucks were found shot dead in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru forest. Forest officials suspect poaching and have launched a manhunt for the culprits. Read the full investigation details.
Farmers in Sringeri, Chikkamagaluru, protest against delayed and low crop insurance payouts. Officials promise action. Read about the ongoing struggle for fair compensation.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy promises urgent action to protect coffee estates from SARFAESI Act auctions. Planters fear losing properties as banks proceed with recoveries.
Udupi SP reveals status of 68 Naxal-related cases: 39 under trial, 28 disposed. Details of 11 key accused, their charges, and jail locations disclosed. Get the full report.
A pregnant woman was brutally murdered in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district, allegedly by her family over her inter-caste marriage. Police have arrested her father and brother. Read the shocking details.
Karnataka police data reveals 22,000 migrant labourers from Assam work in Malnad coffee estates. Locals cite crime rise, urge verification. Home Minister details registration measures.
A Karnataka court seized a KSRTC bus, forcing the transport corporation to finally pay compensation for a 15-year-old fatal accident case within a day. Read the full story of delayed justice.
Chikkamagaluru district launches an 18-day heli-tourism service from Dec 20. Enjoy 6-minute aerial views of Mullayanagiri, coffee estates & Western Ghats for ₹4500. Book now!
A 59-year-old man from Mudigere was arrested for allegedly using fake documents to claim over 1000 acres of government and forest land in Chikkamagaluru and Bengaluru. Police are probing a larger conspiracy.
Karnataka Police arrest M B Nemanna Gowda for attempting to seize 512 acres of forest land using fake documents. Forest Minister seeks CID probe into alleged official collusion in the ₹25,000 crore land grab case.
A Gram Panchayat member in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district was brutally murdered following an argument over a banner. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the crime.
A Gram Panchayat member in Karnataka's Chikkamagaluru district was brutally murdered following an argument over a banner. Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the crime.
Vidusha Jain and Mohammad Faris from Chikkamagaluru's JEM School secure spots at the national walking championships after stellar performances at the Kanteerava Stadium state meet. Read their inspiring journey.
Lokayukta sleuths in Dhar district caught an assistant grade employee red-handed for allegedly demanding Rs 10,000 to process a retired peon's pension. The trap was laid after a formal complaint. Read the full details.
Uttar Pradesh Anti-Corruption Organisation arrested three officials in separate bribery traps in Bareilly and Mirzapur. One officer demanded Rs 5,000 for bail, while two power corp staff took Rs 30,000 to alter a bill. Read the full details.
Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested Mohammad Iqbal, a rent collector, red-handed accepting a Rs 3 lakh bribe in Ferozepur. The bribe was for land possession from the Punjab Wakf Board. Full details inside.
Chikkamagaluru witnessed a vibrant Sankeerthana Yatre to mark the start of Datta Jayanti. The procession passed key city temples, culminating at Kamadhenu Ganapathi Temple. Read more about the spiritual journey.
A UT police ASI was arrested after taking an immigration fraud accused to a hotel for beer before a court hearing. SSP ordered an FIR under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
A new study finds alarming microplastic levels in Madagadakere lake sediments, tracing pollution back to 1975. Researchers warn of human impact on sensitive ecosystems. Read more.
Dungarpur ACB arrests two forest guards in Udaipur for accepting an Rs 80,000 bribe to release timber trucks. Details on the anti-corruption operation and charges.