The Latest Breaking News from Bengaluru

AI, entrepreneurship, and scalability take centre stage at ET Business Growth Summit in Bengaluru

With the industry’s who’s who in attendance, the event explored the opportunities and challenges shaping businesses in a rapidly changing world.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

ETSA 2026: Jury to pick winners today; SoftBank trims Lenskart stake

The day has arrived! The elite jury of The Economic Times Startup Awards 2026 will convene in Bengaluru today to select the brightest stars in India’s startup galaxy. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

ET WLF 2026: Indian AI talent could use Dubai as global launchpad, says Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah

Dubai seeks to become a hub for Indian AI talent to access wider markets. An AI corridor between Dubai and Bengaluru is being developed. This initiative aims to boost productivity and profitability across various industries. Dubai's regulatory approach supports new technology adoption and business growth. The number of Indian businesses…

The Economic Times · Aug 24

Why Infrared Sauna Benefits Differ From Traditional Steam and What It Means for Indians

Two very different kinds of heatA traditional steam sauna heats the air around you to 80 to 100°C. Your body responds to that hot air by sweating to cool itself down. An infrared sauna runs at 50 to 65°C but uses infrared light wavelengths to heat your body's tissue directly,…

Times Life · Aug 24

KPSC 'scam' case: ED raids IAS officer Gangwar's premises in Karnataka, UP

The Enforcement Directorate raided IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar's properties in Bengaluru and Bareilly. This action is part of a money laundering investigation into KPSC exam irregularities. The probe involves allegations of bribery, paper leaks, and OMR sheet tampering. Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge clarified Gangwar's absence was due to…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Sales bookings of 28 major listed realty firms fall 21% to Rs 40,000 crore in Apr-Jun; Godrej tops chart

A recent analysis revealed that leading Indian real estate firms experienced a twenty-one percent decline in sales bookings, primarily due to a reduction in housing project launches amid ongoing global economic challenges. Godrej Properties took the lead as the top developer based on sales figures. While numerous companies reported increases,…

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Bengaluru techie turns car dashcam into AI tool that spots potholes and files a complaint in four seconds with photo and exact location

A Bengaluru engineer has built an AI-powered pothole detection system using a car dashcam, GPS and an accelerometer. After finding 12 potholes on one commute, Gaurav Sen's app detected and classified them, recorded their locations and prepared complaint details in about four seconds, including photographs and relevant road information.

The Economic Times · Aug 23

Bengaluru man arrested for having links with Pakistani gangsters through social media

A 25-year-old Bengaluru man was arrested for alleged terrorist acts. He reportedly maintained contact with Pakistani gangsters through social media platforms. Police found suspicious content and shared identity cards on his phone. The accused was apprehended following a tip-off from an informer. Further investigations are ongoing to trace radicalized individuals.

The Economic Times · Aug 22

Bengaluru customer finds ‘little fat black shirt’ printed on Subko Coffee bill instead of his name; cafe issues apology

In a notable incident at a Bengaluru coffee shop, a customer was labeled as 'Little fat black shirt' on his bill, leading to accusations of body-shaming. The individual took to social media to voice his discontent. In response, Subko Coffee publicly apologized, denouncing fat shaming and confirming that they would…

The Economic Times · Aug 22

Bengaluru airport passenger fee cut by 45%: Domestic flyers to pay Rs 300 from September 1

Bengaluru airport's passenger fee will fall 45% to Rs 300 for departing domestic flyers from September 1, under a new tariff order by AERA. The regulator has also cut the international fee to Rs 997 and adopted an incremental revenue framework, linking recovery of major infrastructure costs to project completion.

The Economic Times · Aug 21