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Saturday, 7 November 2026Local news from Bengaluru, neighbourhood by neighbourhood

Faith & festivalsBengaluru8 October 2026

Bengaluru to Collect Used Cooking Oil from Homes and Restaurants for Biodiesel Production

The Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Department is launching a model project to curb severe health risks from used cooking oil in…

PoliticsBengaluru8 October 2026

Chalavadi Narayana Swamy questions who orchestrated the 'sting operation' against Ramesh Jarakiholgi

Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, BJP leader Chalavadi Narayana Swamy criticized Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, stating that a CM should…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Stay granted on circular regarding tax exemption of government and forest land properties

Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Eshwara B. Khandre stated that a temporary stay has been granted on the circular issued on…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Indri Diwali Collector's Edition 2026 Whisky to Launch in India, Available in Bengaluru

Picky Distillery's 'Indri Single Malt Whisky,' acclaimed as one of the world's best whiskies, has launched the highly anticipated 'Indri…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Dhruv Rathee alleges 'zero transparency, zero accountability' regarding voter list revision process

At Freedom Park in Bengaluru, YouTuber Dhruv Rathee alleged that the Election Commission of India has shown 'zero transparency and zero…

PoliticsBengaluru8 October 2026

Protest at Freedom Park over SIR: Prakash Raj demands cancellation, alleges 'Ignorance' will follow 'Knowledge'

A large protest was held at Bengaluru's Freedom Park by the Kaakroach Janata Party (CJP) demanding the cancellation of the controversial…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Uber ex-senior engineer shares emotional post on Reddit after layoff, citing high taxes and financial distress

A former senior engineer at Uber shared an emotional post on Reddit detailing his layoff while on paternity leave. He stated that despite…

PoliticsBengaluru8 October 2026

Prakash Raj: Our struggle is not limited to the resignation of the Election Commissioners

Actor and social activist Prakash Raj stated on Thursday that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list is not merely deleting…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Java All Stars bikes now available on Amazon and Flipkart for festive season

Java Yezdi Motors Cycles announced that its 'Java All Stars' series bikes are now available for purchase on Amazon and Flipkart. This makes…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Temporary Shutdown of Hebbal Kemapapura Crematorium Furnace-1 Causes Delay in Cremation Services

The Hebbal Kemapapura Electric Crematorium, a major crematorium in Bengaluru, will experience a temporary delay in cremation services for…

PoliticsBengaluru8 October 2026

CPI founder Abhijit Deepke accuses PM Modi of 'killing democracy and voter fraud' in Bengaluru

CPI founder Abhijit Deepke launched a strong attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday in Bengaluru. He stated that the struggle…

PoliticsBengaluru8 October 2026

Prakash Raj calls for cancellation of SIR process, criticizes political situation

Speaking at a protest held at Freedom Park in Bengaluru for SIR victims, actor and activist Prakash Raj stated, 'If Jnaneshwara leaves,…

PoliticsBengaluru8 October 2026

CPCP protests in Bengaluru over CEC's resignation

The Communist Party of India (CPI) is protesting in Bengaluru's Freedom Park on October 8, demanding the resignation of Chief Election…

PoliticsBengaluru8 October 2026

Anti-SIR rally in Bengaluru demands resignation of CEC, accuses government of 'zero transparency'

A rally against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) was held at Bengaluru's Freedom Park on Thursday, 8 October. Protesters demanded the…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Namma Metro Pink Line Safety Inspection Completed, Services Expected Soon

The three-day safety inspection of the elevated Pink Line, spanning 7.5 km from Kalena Agrahara to Tavarekere, has been successfully…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Mandatory 'Kartavya App' causes disruption to police duty in Bengaluru

The state government recently implemented a 'Kartavya App' to prevent absenteeism among government employees, a rule also made mandatory for…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

'Error 404', 'Gyanesh, it's done bro' slogans at CJP's Bengaluru EC stir

Slogans like 'Error 404' and 'Gyanesh, it's done bro' were heard at the CJP's Bengaluru EC today.

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

86 Posts Open for Recruitment at Bengaluru Rural District Court; Applications Open for Peon, Typist, and Process Server Roles

The Principal District and Sessions Court, Bengaluru Rural District, has released an official notification for the direct recruitment of 86…

DistrictMalleshwaram8 October 2026

EPFO wage limit increased from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000; benefits for employees explained

The wage limit for mandatory inclusion under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has been increased from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000.…

DistrictBengaluru8 October 2026

Triumph Bonneville T40 Bike Launched in Bengaluru, Booking Starts at ₹4,999

Triumph has launched the Bonneville T40 bike in Bengaluru. The bike, which features a retro style and excellent performance, is available…