Karnataka has witnessed the tragic deaths of 50 elephants over the past four years due to electrocution, with the Madikeri division reporting the highest number of such fatalities. In this division alone, eight elephants were electrocuted, while another 12 deaths were recorded within the state's tiger reserves, underscoring the urgent need to address this issue.

G.C. Bayyareddy, a prominent CPI(M) leader and president of the Karnataka Pranta Raitha Sangha, passed away on Saturday at Apollo Hospital in Bengaluru. Bayyareddy, who was suffering from respiratory issues, was undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit but succumbed despite medical efforts.

Bagalkot: The Sri Rama Sena has allegedly rendered firearm and martial arts training to its cadres for six days in a Todalbagi village in Jamkhandi taluk.

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday said there is no change of guard in the offing in the state and also ruled out any cabinet reshuffle.

Bengaluru: A delegation from the Andhra Pradesh government visited the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) Central Office on Friday to study the various public services with a focus on the 'Shakti' Scheme offered by the corporation.

Bengaluru: President Droupadi Murmu urged people on Friday to encourage women in their households to openly discuss their health-related issues.

Bengaluru: Karnataka Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi hosted a dinner for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his cabinet colleagues at his residence, giving rise to speculations about the new Congress state president.