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DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety Inspection Begins for Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line

The Commissioner of Metro Railway Safety Inspection has begun inspections for Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line.

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Rat boards Bengaluru’s Namma Metro, internet pokes fun

A rat was spotted boarding Bengaluru’s Namma Metro, leading to amusement and jokes on social media platforms.

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Beyond Appliances raises Rs 110 crore in Series B funding round

Smart kitchen technology company Beyond Appliances has raised Rs 110 crore in a Series B funding round. The round was led by Fireside…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

High Court dismisses Mahesh Joshi's petition challenging KSP's administrative officer appointment

The High Court dismissed the writ petition filed by former president Mahesh Joshi, which questioned the appointment of the Executive Officer…

HealthBengaluru6 October 2026

Bengaluru doctors weigh in on wearing underwear at bedtime

Doctors in Bengaluru are discussing the practice of wearing underwear to bed. They weigh in on the pros and cons of wearing underwear while…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

5.42 lakh forms submitted during SIR in Bengaluru; no voter deleted yet

As many as 5.42 lakh forms have been submitted in Bengaluru during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls,…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Court dismisses Darshan's two applications; Pavitra Gowda's jail issues report on accommodation and health

The 59th CCH Court handled major legal proceedings concerning Pavitra Gowda and actor Darshan, who are accused in the Renuka Swamy case. The…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Five separate commissionerates to be established in Bengaluru; Cabinet approves creation of 1,022 new posts

The Cabinet approved the restructuring of the Bengaluru City Police Commissionerate to enhance law and order, crime control, traffic…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

85% of logical-discrepancy notices heard in Bengaluru, says GBA

The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) stated that nearly 85 per cent of the logical-discrepancy notices issued to voters during the Special…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

IAS Officer's Testimony Exposes Alleged Irregularities in KPSC Recruitment, Leads to ED Raids on Former Chairman

Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided the flat in Dollar's Colony, Bengaluru, on October 6, following revelations by IAS officer Gyananendra…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

GBA fills massive pothole on Outer Ring Road with debris, sparking criticism

A video of a massive pothole on Outer Ring Road (ORR) near Kanteerava Studio went viral on social media. Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA)…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Sessions Court dismisses two applications filed by Pradosh regarding Darshan's testimony

The Sessions Court dismissed two applications filed by Pradosh concerning Darshan's testimony. One application, filed under CrPC Section 267…

PoliticsBengaluru6 October 2026

Opposition leader raises objections over milk price hike and formation of five police commissionerates in Bengaluru

Opposition leader R. Ashok raised strong objections regarding the decision taken in the cabinet meeting led by CM D.K. Shivakumar. He…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Dhruva Sarja announces 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and 'Chemistry' with Nabha Natesh

Action Prince Dhruva Sarja has officially announced two highly anticipated films: 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and 'Chemistry' with actress Nabha…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru6 October 2026

New Tulu Script Keyboard Launched for Android Smartphones

A new Tulu script keyboard, named 'Kural Tulu Touch', has been officially released for Android smartphones. Developed by software engineers…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Sri Murali unveils jerseys at Karnataka Pickleball Premier League ceremony

The official jersey unveiling ceremony for the first edition of the 'Karnataka Pickleball Premier League' (KPPL) was held recently at…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Cabinet approves five city police commissionerates in GBA area

The cabinet approved the formation of five city police commissionerates within the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) area. This decision was…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

ED detains former KPSC Chairman, member over recruitment scam in Bengaluru

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken former KPSC Chairman Shivashankarappa and KPSC member B.V. Geetha into custody regarding a…

DistrictBengaluru6 October 2026

Passport Seva Kendra shifts from Marathahalli to Whitefield

The Passport Seva Kendra (PSK) operating at Devarabisanahalli, Marathahalli Outer Ring Road, Bengaluru, has shifted its location. The…

PoliticsBengaluru6 October 2026

BJP-JD(S) leaders approach Governor over alleged harassment of party workers regarding SIR process

BJP and JD(S) leaders met with the Governor, alleging that the state government is harassing party workers using the Special Integrated…