
Pulse of the Public

Gold prices in Karnataka have experienced minor downward adjustments in the past couple of days, following a period of fluctuations earlier in the week, while silver rates have shown mixed trends with an initial rally followed by profit-taking and a recent uptick. These movements reflect broader national and international market dynamics.
Bengaluru witnessed a massive shopping spree for the Varamahalakshmi festival, with markets bustling and prices for flowers and fruits soaring. However, the festive spirit was dampened by a reported theft of gold jewellery worth Rs 22.5 lakh from a family's home during their preparations.
India's retail sales expanded by 8% year-on-year in July 2026, according to a recent survey, with footwear and apparel categories driving significant growth. The jewellery segment also contributed to the overall positive trend, recording a 4-6% increase.
The Karnataka Food Safety and Drug Administration Department has suspended the food licenses of major e-commerce platforms including Amazon, Swiggy Instamart, and BigBasket. This action follows the discovery that these platforms were listing and selling toxic Datura fruits and seeds as food products for human consumption.