Puneeth Gowda

A 26-year-old woman died in a fire at an electric vehicle showroom in Bengaluru, India. Police arrested the showroom owner and manager for negligence, as initial investigations suggest a short circuit during battery charging may have caused the fire. The victim's family alleges the fire started from a battery explosion and are demanding accountability from the company.

Four films gear up for a theatrical release this week.

Kannada star Kichcha Sudeep's new Christmas release, 'Mark,' has hit theaters, drawing mixed reactions. While fans laud Sudeep's screen presence, the stylish intro, and action sequences, some critics point to a predictable and routine storyline, drawing comparisons to his previous film 'Max.' Ajaneesh Loknath's background score receives widespread praise.