Bengaluru: When Doddalahalli Kempegowda (DK) Shivakumar walked out of Delhi’s Tihar Jail on the rain-soaked night of Oct 23, 2019, Congress workers waiting outside were visibly surprised. The Kanakapura strongman, known for his spotless white attire and clean-shaven appearance, stepped into the dim streetlights wearing something entirely unfamiliar — a thick salt-and-pepper beard.After 50 days…
The rise of DK Shivakumar BENGALURU: When Doddalahalli Kempegowda (DK) Shivakumar, 64, walked out of Delhi’s Tihar Jail on the rainsoaked night of October 23, 2019, Congress workers waiting outside were visibly surprised. The Kanakapura strongman, known for his spotless white attire and clean-shaven appearance, stepped into the dim streetlights wearing something entirely unfamiliar, a…
Bengaluru: Around 55% of students passed in SSLC-2, whose results were announced on Saturday evening. With this, the consolidated pass percentage of SSLC stood at 93.1%, as against 75% last year.The pass percentage of regular fresh students was 94.1% in SSLC-1 and 63% in SSLC-2, taking the consolidated pass percentage to 98%, creating history in…
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare for the IPL 2026 final against Gujarat Titans, the spotlight will naturally fall on the players chasing back-to-back titles. But behind every memorable performance this season has been a support staff that has quietly helped shape RCB into one of the league’s most formidable teams.From strategy and scouting to player…
DK Shivakumar set to take over as richest CM BENGALURU: Karnataka’s D K Shivakumar is set to take office as the wealthiest chief minister in the country. His total declared assets stand at Rs 1,413 crore.Election affidavit-based analysis compiled by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) puts Shivakumar ahead of Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu…
Comedian Danish Sait dressed as his popular character Mr Nags. By invitationDanish Sait (A.K.A Mr Nags)Sports teams do something unique: they democratise belonging. They give millions of people a piece of something larger than themselves. For me, RCB wasn’t just a cricket team. It was a representation of the city I belonged to.Mr Nags was…
Face paint, lucky jerseys and silent prayers — RCB supporters bring their game-day traditions to the stands As Bengaluru gears up for the IPL final today, the city’s long-suffering but fiercely loyal Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans are leaving nothing to chance. From lucky jerseys and fixed seating arrangements to silent households during batting overs,…
As Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare to defend their title against Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final, the spotlight will inevitably fall on the marquee names. But RCB’s run to a second consecutive final has also been fuelled by a group of players who have stepped up in crucial moments, delivering match-winning performances without always…
Bengaluru: A bike stolen from KSR Bengaluru parking lot more than two months ago was recovered by Railway Protection Force (RPF) Thursday. They also apprehended a man who allegedly stole the bike, valued at almost Rs 1.2 lakh.Rakesh Chandran (name changed), a resident of Jakkur, reached the station on his Hero XPulse motorcycle, which has…
Bengaluru: After years of political manoeuvring and months of intense power tussle with Siddaramaiah, D K Shivakumar is finally set to realise his long-cherished dream of becoming Karnataka chief minister. He will be sworn in as the state’s 25th CM at 3.30 pm on June 3 at the Glass House in Lok Bhavan here.Party functionaries…
