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Nadaprabhu Hiriya Kempe Gowda, popularly known as Kempe Gowda I, was a feudatory ruler under the Vijayanagara Empire. The city of Bengaluru itself was established by Kempe Gowda in 1537, as the capital of his erstwhile kingdom. He is considered to be the founder of Bengaluru, currently the capital of Karnataka. Being a successor of Kempananje Gowda, descendants of Gowda lineage started as Yelahankanadu Prabhus (ruler of Yelhankanadu). Kempe Gowda I ruled for 46 years commencing his reign from 1513. He later left Yelankanadu and was successful in planning and building Bengaluru Fort and Bengaluru Pete, the origins of the current city of Bengaluru. He is also noted for his societal reforms and contribution to building temples and water reservoirs in Bengaluru. Kempegowda's birth anniversary is being celebrated every year across Karnataka by the Government of Karnataka from June 27, 2017.

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AI takes over critical airside zones at Bengaluru Airport, to prevent runway incursions

TNN / May 05, 2026, 12:05 (IST)

kempegowda International Airport has launched an AI-driven Smart Airside Safety System to enhance safety at critical intersections. This system uses computer vision to monitor vehicle movements, automatically prioritizing aircraft and reducing the risk of incidents. The initiative aims to improve efficiency and bolster Bengaluru's position as a leader in smart airport operations.

Bengaluru airport’s international passenger traffic up 24% amid global uncertainties

TNN / Apr 30, 2026, 21:51 (IST)

Rera orders open floodgates for claims against Bangalore Development Authority

Apr 28, 2026, 23:38 (IST)

Coach terminal won’t impact wheel factory: Ashwini Vaishnaw

TNN / Apr 26, 2026, 01:29 (IST)

Bangalore Development Authority not a ‘promoter’: Petition in Karnataka high court

May 03, 2026, 20:13 (IST)

How airport-led growth has given North Bengaluru an edge over established central areas

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 02, 2026, 20:39 (IST)

North Bengaluru is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the kempegowda International Airport and subsequent infrastructure development. This has led to a surge in employment hubs and residential demand, with areas like Devanahalli and Hebbal showing significant property value appreciation. The region offers attractive investment opportunities with integrated townships and favorable price-rent dynamics.

Chargesheet filed against fake IAS officer who conned J&K doctor in 2.7cr land deal

TNN / Apr 30, 2026, 23:01 (IST)

Art meets arrival at Bengaluru airport, as 16ft sculpture proves instant hit

TNN / Apr 26, 2026, 01:24 (IST)

Bengaluru's kempegowda International Airport Terminal 2 now boasts 'Bengaluru's Soul,' a striking 16ft sculpture by Spanish artist Jaume Plensa. This monumental artwork, funded by Biocon Foundation, celebrates the city's diversity with interlaced alphabets and mathematical symbols. Unveiled by the Spanish ambassador, the sculpture offers travellers a captivating 'wow' moment, embodying KIA's vision of integrating art into infrastructure.

Delays dog SpiceJet, Bengaluru-Kolkata flight grounded for hours

TNN / Apr 24, 2026, 01:25 (IST)

Bangkok to Bengaluru: 70kg hydroponic ganja worth Rs 25cr seized at airport in a week

TNN / Apr 24, 2026, 00:45 (IST)

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Kannada actor walks out of jail after 1-year detention

TNN / Apr 22, 2026, 22:08 (IST)

Kannada actor Ranya Rao has been released from prison after completing her one-year detention under the COFEPOSA Act. She was arrested in March 2025 for allegedly smuggling 14.2 kilograms of gold at kempegowda International Airport. Investigations revealed a larger operation involving 127 kilograms of smuggled gold, leading to a Rs 102.5 crore penalty.

Nadaprabhu kempegowda Layout project in Bengaluru: Rera disposes of plaints over missing paperwork

Apr 16, 2026, 02:35 (IST)

Bangalore Development Authorit to pay Rs 56 lakh interest for delay in kempegowda Layout amenities

TNN / Apr 17, 2026, 00:12 (IST)

Narcotics Control Bureau-Bengaluru zone sleuths destroys 129kg of drugs

TNN / Apr 19, 2026, 01:25 (IST)

How Bengaluru placed itself on Silk route map

TNN / Apr 22, 2026, 22:38 (IST)

Flight circles for 2 hrs on new Hyd–Hubballi route, sparks panic

Apr 21, 2026, 06:22 (IST)

Spotted attraction: Four cheetahs from Africa at Bengaluru’s Bannerghatta Biological Park

TNN / Apr 19, 2026, 00:30 (IST)

Cheetahs arrive in Bengaluru from South Africa as Karnataka joins India's Cheetah revival mission

TNN / Apr 18, 2026, 11:01 (IST)

Karnataka has welcomed four cheetahs from South Africa as part of an ex-situ conservation program at Bannerghatta Biological Park. These cheetahs, two males and two females, arrived on Saturday and will be housed in special enclosures after a 30-day quarantine. This initiative aims to revive the species' presence in India and enhance public awareness and scientific research.