Karnataka

As summer approaches, Karnataka is preparing for extremely hot weather. Temperatures are expected to rise between 37 and 39 degrees Celsius from March to May, bringing heatwave conditions across the state. The Health Department has issued an advisory, urging people to ...

Karnataka is taking a big step to improve tourism by introducing sea planes to key tourist destinations. The state government has announced plans to launch this new service for better travel access to places like Hampi, KRS, and the Almatti backwaters. ...

The Government of India has approved 40 tourism projects across 23 states under the 'Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) - Development of Iconic Tourist Centres to Global Scale' scheme. The total budget for these projects in Financial Year ...

Bengaluru has announced an exciting step forward for Karnataka's tourism, focusing on the development of Bidar and Udupi under the Talent Based Destination Development Programme, part of the Swadesh Darshan initiative. With a combined investment of Rs 35 crore, this project ...

In a move to counter the financial strain faced due to increased operational costs, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has announced an uptick in the prices of bus passes. This adjustment comes on the heels of the Karnataka government's decision ...

In light of recent media reports about the spread of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, the Karnataka Department of Health and Family Welfare has released a reassuring statement. As of now, Two cases of HMPV have been reported in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The Union ...

In a significant development for commuters across Karnataka, the state government has announced a 15% hike in bus fares for state-owned transport corporations. This change, effective from January 5, aims to address rising operational costs, including increasing fuel prices and staff ...

Jog Falls, located on Karnataka's Sharavathi River, is one of India's tallest and most magnificent waterfalls. Famous for its 253-meter plunge, this natural wonder offers a breathtaking spectacle, especially during the monsoon season when it becomes a powerful, single cascade. While ...

The Karnataka government has unveiled a groundbreaking plan to develop a new industrial hub named 'SWIFT City' in Sarjapura. This ambitious project, announced by Karnataka's Industries Minister MB Patil, is set to transform the state's industrial and technological landscape. Located near ...

The Bengaluru Walkathon, now in its 18th edition, was a significant event that took center stage on December 14, 2024, at the Kittur Rani Chennamma Stadium, organized by the Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled with sponsorship from OpenText. This event, commemorating ...

Karnataka is gearing up for a festive and relaxing 2025, with a well-planned calendar of public holidays. These holidays offer ample time for residents, state government employees, and workers in banks and post offices to celebrate festivals and spend quality time ...

The Smart Cities Mission, a flagship program of the Government of India, has brought significant changes to urban infrastructure and living standards in Karnataka. Seven cities in Karnataka were selected under this mission to improve urban development and provide better facilities ...