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Sunday, 8 November 2026Local news from Bengaluru, neighbourhood by neighbourhood

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Bengaluru woman quits IT job to drive Rapido auto, says she now earns more

A woman in Bengaluru quit her IT job to drive a Rapido auto following her father's passing. She made the change to support her mother and…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Karnataka Energy Minister details long-term energy security strategy

Energy Minister K.J. George stated that the long-term energy security strategy is being strengthened through the expansion of Battery Energy…

CrimeBengaluru2 October 2026

Senior IPS Officer Appointed as Investigator for Soujanya Rape and Murder Case

The SIT held a meeting and made a significant decision regarding the Soujanya rape and murder case. Senior IPS officer Lokesh B Jagalasar…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Former MLA alleges land grabbing of 14 acres worth ₹500 crore in Kodigehalli, Bengaluru

Former MLA E. Manjunath alleged that 14 acres of land, worth ₹500 crore, in Kodigehalli Survey No. 86, notified for a NICE road project, was…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Permanent solution for flood problem near Manyataha Tech Park in Bengaluru

Efforts are underway to clear silt from the stormwater drains in the Sarvajanagar area to ensure smooth flow of rainwater. Due to heavy…

PoliticsBengaluru2 October 2026

Election system is pushing politicians towards corruption: Siddaramaiah

Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated on Thursday that real change in society is not possible without comprehensive election reforms.…

PoliticsBengaluru2 October 2026

Former MLA alleges minister grabbed 36 acres of land worth ₹500-600 crore in Kurubarahalli

Former MLA E. Manjunath alleged that Minister for Revenue H.C. Balakrishna grabbed 36 acres of government land worth ₹500-600 crore in…

CrimeBengaluru2 October 2026

Security lapses at Parapana Agrahara Jail lead to seizure of SIM cards, mobile phones, and cash

During a surprise inspection at the Parapana Agrahara Central Jail in Bengaluru, mobile phones, three SIM cards, and cash worth lakhs of…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Bengaluru IT worker complains about 3-hour commute, lack of traffic police presence

An IT worker shared his experience on social media regarding a three-hour commute from Whitefield. He stated that leaving his office in…

PoliticsBengaluru2 October 2026

High Court dismisses petition seeking quashing of defamation case filed by B.S. Shivanna

The High Court dismissed the petitions filed by former minister H. Vishwanath and former MLA E. Manjunath, which sought the quashing of a…

CrimeBengaluru2 October 2026

Large inter-state counterfeit currency network busted in Bengaluru; 21.68 lakh rupees worth of fake notes, 17 printing machines seized

Chamarajpet police successfully busted a large inter-state network that was printing and circulating counterfeit currency worth lakhs of…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Namma Metro to become India's third city with over 100 km network, surpassing Mumbai

Namma Metro is set to cross the 100 km mark, making Bengaluru the third city in India with such a network. The metro network will reach…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Prajavani Sahapathi: October 2 Quiz Session

Prajavani Digital is conducting a quiz called 'Sardha Kana' for competitive exams and students' convenience. The quiz, prepared by Insight…

PoliticsBengaluru2 October 2026

CM's protest outside CEO office leads to action notice

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and cabinet colleagues staged a protest outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office for over five hours.…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Bengaluru's Air Quality Index shows poor levels; BTM Layout records AQI above 130

The Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded across major cities in Karnataka on October 2. Bengaluru recorded an average AQI between 120 and…

PoliticsAnekal2 October 2026

Mini Vidhana Soudha construction, government office relocation, and emergency unit revival in Anekal

MLA B. Shivanna visited Anekal on Thursday and questioned the Public Works Department officials regarding the delay in the tender process…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Concerns raised over delay in establishing Kanteerava Studio branch

Concerns have arisen regarding the planned establishment of a Kanteerava Studio branch near Madyanayakanakere, located along National…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Protest held in Bengaluru demanding appointment of librarians

The Karnataka State Library Association organized a large-scale protest in Bengaluru's Freedom Park on October 5 to demand the appointment…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

SC Welfare Minister promises benefits for the last person of the Scheduled Caste community

Scheduled Castes Welfare Minister T. Raghumurthy stated that efforts will be made to ensure benefits for the last person of the Scheduled…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

CMR University launches 7th National Art Camp 'Brushes and Beyond 2026' in Bengaluru

The 7th CMR National Art Camp, 'Brushes and Beyond 2026', was inaugurated at the CMR University's Lakeside Campus in Bengaluru. The 12-day…