No nataka but hugs, tears as stage set for new CM BENGALURU: Drawing the curtains on a political career spanning nearly five decades, Siddaramaiah quietly resigned as Karnataka chief minister Thursday, ending months of speculation over a leadership change and clearing the path for KPCC chief D K Shivakumar to take charge, though the Congress…
D Devaraj Urs (1972-77) and Siddaramaiah (2013-18) BENGALURU: Karnataka’s politics has been marked by instability, resignations, coalition collapses and leadership changes so much so that, since 1956, only S Nijalingappa (1962-68), D Devaraj Urs (1972-77) and Siddaramaiah (2013-18) have completed full five-year tenures.1958 | S Nijalingappa | The veteran Congressman assumed charge as CM after…
Bengaluru’s pubs, breweries and sports bars are preparing for one of the biggest cricket weekends of the year as fans gear up to watch the IPL final featuring the Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday. Across the city, match screenings are expected to draw massive crowds, turning the weekend into a celebration of cricket, community and…
By Sravasti DattaTheatre personality and founder of Arena Theatre Productions, Tahera S believes lengthy plays continue to resonate with audiences despite an era of shortened attention spans and streaming entertainment. She has directed stage adaptations of classics such as To Kill a Mockingbird, Taramandal and The Seagull — all text-heavy productions that found their audience….
Bengaluru: An 18-year-old youth was allegedly brutally assaulted following a road rage incident in Kacharakanahalli on May 24, leaving him with a fractured left shoulder, abdominal injuries, and other wounds.The injured, Pradish K from Pillanna Garden, works as a delivery agent. He was on his way to work on a scooter after refuelling at a…
Bengaluru: The final edition of The Times of India’s Happy Streets at JP Nagar is all set to take place this Sunday, marking the conclusion of a vibrant community initiative that turned the streets near Adarsh Rhythm Apartment, Sahyadri Layout, into a lively hub of fitness, creativity and neighbourhood bonding. Over the past editions, residents…
Bengaluru: Mere issuance of a legal notice by a husband does not amount to compliance with or enforcement of a decree for restitution of conjugal rights.The high court made this observation in a recent judgment while dismissing the petition filed by a man from Bantwal taluk, Dakshina Kannada district.The couple got married in Jan 2017….
Bengaluru: A 27-year-old man allegedly died after being brutally assaulted by the husband and relatives of his former lover in Shyamanna Garden, leading to Byatarayanapura police registering a murder case.The deceased, Mohammed Kashif, was a resident of Beedi Colony in Ramanagara district and a painter by profession. He was in love with a woman a…
BENGALURU: With Bakrid celebrations set to take place on Thursday, Bengaluru Police have stepped up security arrangements across the city and announced traffic restrictions in several busy areas where Eid prayers will be held.Restrictions and diversions will remain in force from early morning till afternoon in parts of KG Halli, Pulakeshinagar, Chamarajpet, RT Nagar, Mico…
DK Shivakumar at Chamundeshwari temple atop Chamundi Hills in Mysuru BENGALURU: Whenever he was asked about his chances of becoming chief minister, one line DK Shivakumar often repeated over the past three years was: “Efforts may fail, but not prayers.”Shivakumar’s long wait, marked by years of temple visits and spiritual outreach, may finally culminate in…
