Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Wednesday announced a compensation of Rs. 5 lakh to the families of people killed in floods in the state, while also ordering deployment of more security forces in the flood-hit areas of the state.

 The Special Investigation Team probing the multi-crore IMA group ponzi scam Wednesday seized 303 kg of fake gold bars hidden under the swimming pool in the 6th floor of a building here belonging to group owner Mohammed Mansoor Khan.

A special court on Wednesday ordered registration of criminal case against Krishnaraja MLA S. A. Ramadas in a 25 year old case.

Former Karnataka Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Wednesday took a dig at BS Yediyurappa and asked him where he was when the state is reeling in floods.

A 21-year old youngster fell into Hemavathi River after slipping into water on Wednesday evening at Haluru village in Chikkamagaluru here. The youngster has been identified as Shruvathsa (21) a resident of Mudigere Taluk.

Bengaluru: An official press release from the Government of Karnataka on Wednesday confirmed possible cyber-attack on its e-Procurement portal, which has been shut down temporarily from last six days.

Bengaluru: Karnataka Raj Bhavan will be opened for public viewing from August 17-30 in the wake of 73^rd Independence Day. The gates of Raj Bhavan will be opened for public from 3.30 pm – 7.00 pm on these days.

Shivamoga: District Deputy Commissioner K B Shivakumar on Wednesday warned people against spreading rumors and fake messages on social media platforms regarding schools and colleges declaring holiday in the wake of heavy rain.