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Bengaluru man who told auto driver to ‘speak in Hindi’ issues apology in Kannada
A man apologized in Kannada after a viral video showed him demanding an auto driver speak Hindi in Bengaluru.
Published on Apr 21, 2025 12:13 PM IST
Anagha Deshpande
'Speak in Hindi if you want to…': Man tells Bengaluru auto driver in viral video
Many Kannadigas expressed outrage, accusing the Bengaluru resident of linguistic arrogance.
Published on Apr 19, 2025 12:20 PM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Kiccha Sudeep finally starts shoot for futuristic Billa Ranga Basha
Director Anup Bhandari's Kannada film Billa Ranga Basha with Kiccha Sudeep has begun shooting after a delay.
Updated on Apr 16, 2025 05:29 PM IST
Did Bengaluru Airport remove Hindi from display boards? Official clarifies
The user shared multiple videos of the display boards at the Bengaluru airport showing flight information only in English and Kannada.
Updated on Apr 15, 2025 03:24 PM IST
Jammu woman in Bengaluru wins hearts by speaking Kannada in viral video. Watch
In the now widely shared video, the woman not only showcases her command over the language but also makes a strong case for why non-locals should learn Kannada
Published on Apr 07, 2025 10:55 AM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Bengaluru man slams Urban Company over workers not knowing Kannada
Expressing his disappointment, the Bengaluru man emphasized that this was not an isolated incident but a growing concern in Karnataka.
Published on Mar 24, 2025 01:31 PM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Aisshwarya DKS Hegde’s quick-witted reply wins internet praise. Watch video
At the VTU Youth Fest 2025, Aisshwarya DKS Hegde addressed a question about Kannada signboards.
Published on Mar 24, 2025 11:24 AM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Karnataka bandh today: Why is it happening, what's open, what's closed? Details
Karnataka Bandh today: The 12-hour bandh, from 6 am to 6 pm, has been organized by Kannada Okkoota, a coalition of various pro-Kannada groups.
Updated on Mar 22, 2025 08:24 AM IST
Bengaluru cafe's ‘Hindi is official language’ board triggers massive backlash
Following the controversy, the police intervened and investigated the matter.
Published on Mar 21, 2025 04:59 PM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Ranya Rao now pleads innocence, says she was slapped by officers
Kannada actor Ranya Rao has reversed her statement regarding her arrest for gold smuggling. She claims to have been physically assaulted by DRI officers.
Updated on Mar 15, 2025 03:00 PM IST
Who is IPS officer Ramachandra Rao, the stepfather of actor Ranya Rao?
Rao, Chairman and MD of Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corp Ltd, was promoted to the rank of DGP in September 2023.
Updated on Mar 05, 2025 11:24 PM IST
14 kg gold haul, 4 Dubai trips: How actor Ranya Rao was caught
Ranya Rao, who is reportedly stepdaughter of a DGP, was caught carrying 14.8 kg gold and remanded to 14 days judicial custody.
Updated on Mar 05, 2025 03:42 PM IST
Karnataka MLA slams Rashmika Mandanna; accuses her of disregarding Kannada
Congress MLA called out Rashmika Mandanna for refusing to attend the Bengaluru International Film Festival when she was invited last year.
Published on Mar 03, 2025 04:12 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Riya Sharma
'Bengaluru has no official language': Viral video triggers strong reactions
The video features a man asking random people what the official language of Bengaluru is. Their responses varied as some said Hindi, others English, or Tamil.
Updated on Mar 03, 2025 01:26 PM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Bus services between Maharashtra, Karnataka suspended amid border language row
Tensions in Belagavi over the Kannada-Marathi language issue have led to the suspension of bus services between Karnataka and Maharashtra.
Published on Feb 25, 2025 12:09 PM IST
Belagavi row: BJP's BY Vijayendra says 'insulting' Kannada, Karnataka ‘crime’
Sanjay Raut demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and home minister Amit Shah conduct a meeting between the chief ministers of the two states.
Updated on Feb 23, 2025 09:21 PM IST
Sena UBT workers blacken Karnataka buses after Marathi driver's assault
The Marathi-speaking bus driver was allegedly attacked on the night of February 21 while on being duty in a Bangalore to Mumbai bus.
Published on Feb 23, 2025 11:11 AM IST
4 arrested for assaulting bus conductor over language dispute in Belagavi
Four arrested for assaulting bus conductor over Marathi language dispute in Belagavi.
Published on Feb 22, 2025 05:14 PM IST
PTI |
'Sing in Kannada, maybe?': Jokes fly after Ed Sheeran's Bengaluru street gig
X users joked that Ed Sheeran's performance could have been saved if he sang in Kannada, while others criticized the focus on language.
Updated on Feb 10, 2025 09:24 AM IST
'Kannadigas have right to...': North Indian man's viral take on language debate
He argues that the debate is not just about language but about adapting to a region's customs and traditions when choosing to live there.
Updated on Feb 01, 2025 03:32 PM IST
'Bengaluru is closed for north India and...': Social media post goes viral
The message, which suggests that people who don’t respect the local language and culture should avoid Bengaluru.
Updated on Jan 24, 2025 11:34 AM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Kichcha Sudeep declines Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor; here's why
On Thursday, Kichcha Sudeep took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to reveal why he declined to accept the honour from the Karnataka government.
Published on Jan 23, 2025 08:29 PM IST
HT Entertainment Desk | Edited by Sugandha Rawal
Bengaluru Police deny Spanish tourist was asked to speak in Kannada during call
Bengaluru police denied claims that a helpline operator asked Spanish tourist to speak in Kannada during a burglary emergency call.
Published on Jan 19, 2025 09:45 AM IST
Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Nikhil Kamath’s new podcast teaser ignites debate over his use of Hindi
The teaser features Nikhil Kamath conversing in Hindi with a guest, recounting their last meeting during a startup conference in Bengaluru.
Updated on Jan 09, 2025 11:29 AM IST
Anagha Deshpande
Rishab Shetty skips tagging Rashmika Mandanna in Kirik Party post
Fans are wondering if Rishab Shetty still holds a grudge against Rashmika Mandanna, given their complicated past tied to his brother Rakshit Shetty.
Published on Dec 31, 2024 07:04 PM IST
Kannada actor Shobitha Shivanna found dead at her home, police launch probe
The exact reason behind Shobitha Shivanna's death is not yet known, and authorities are currently investigating the case.
Updated on Dec 02, 2024 08:02 AM IST
Special tribute concert for legendary singer SPB to be held in Bengaluru on Dec 8
Special tribute concert for legendary singer SPB to be held in Bengaluru on Dec 8
Published on Nov 28, 2024 06:56 PM IST
PTI |
Maryade Prashne Review: Film reinforces contrived stereotypes
Maryade Prashne Review: The film is a story about the class divide and drunk driving but both themes get lost in the film, thanks to the dull story.
Updated on Nov 22, 2024 05:40 PM IST
Student's 'education minister can't speak Kannada' remark sparks political row
Bangarappa asked officials to tell the teacher and the Block Education Officer to take the matter seriously and take action against the student.
Published on Nov 21, 2024 12:15 PM IST
Karnataka Minister reacts angrily to student's Kannada comment, orders action
The incident drew sharp criticism from the BJP, which accused Bangarappa of suppressing free speech.
Published on Nov 21, 2024 09:51 AM IST