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Faith & festivalsBengaluru1 October 2026

Karnataka's Kuvari Pouvamma Shines with Gold and Silver at Asian Games 2026

Karnataka athlete M. R. Pouvamma achieved remarkable success at the Asian Games 2026. She won a gold medal in the women's 4x400-meter relay…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Government considers increasing traffic fines for violations in Bengaluru

The government is considering significantly increasing the fine amounts for traffic violations in Bengaluru to control traffic issues. A…

PoliticsBengaluru1 October 2026

Contractors' Association warns state government over pending bills, alleges corruption

The State Contractors' Association warned the state government that if pending bills for ongoing works are not released by the end of…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Legal hurdles arise over attempt to destroy 3.45 acres of wetland area in Hebbal Lake for underground road project

Concerns have been raised that the proposed underground road project from Hebbal to Silk Board may violate Supreme Court orders concerning…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

KSTOA seeks transparent toll rates as toll booths set to be removed on Electronic City Flyover and Bengaluru-Nelamangala Highway

The Karnataka State Travel Operators Association (KSTOA) welcomed the proposed removal of toll booths on the Electronic City Flyover,…

PoliticsBengaluru1 October 2026

State Contractors Association alleges 75% commission in current government, demands release of ₹38,000 crore backlog

The State Contractors Association alleged that 75% of MLAs are demanding commissions, stating the percentage has increased compared to the…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Heavy rains cause waterlogging and severe traffic snarls across Bengaluru

Heavy rains have caused waterlogging and severe traffic snarls across Bengaluru. Commuters reported getting stuck in traffic for 3 hours for…

CrimeBengaluru1 October 2026

Wife, mother-in-law, paramour among four convicted in 2013 murder case

A court sentenced Lalitha, his mother-in-law Jayamma, Lalitha’s paramour Raja K, and Arun Kumar to life imprisonment in a 2013 murder case.…

CrimeBengaluru1 October 2026

ED charges KPSC officer, key middleman over alleged leakage of veterinary recruitment exam paper

The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bengaluru zonal office, has charged IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar Gangwar, former controller of…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Bengaluru professional advises caution on city's high cost of living

A Bengaluru-based professional expressed frustration regarding the city’s high cost of living and heavy commercialization. The professional…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Director Chaitanya Reddy: 'They used to fear that it would be difficult to make a film with Kichha Sudeep'

In a special interview given to Telugu media, director Chaitanya Reddy discussed the film 'Billa Ranga Bash'. She shared that she was…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Bengaluru sees surge in electric vehicle registrations, boosting hopes for reduced air pollution

Bengaluru is witnessing a rise in electric vehicle (EV) registrations, which is expected to help curb air pollution. The city currently has…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

High Court expresses regret over inability to allot 5 acres of land to former soldier G. Vemanna

The High Court expressed regret that the state does not possess five acres of land for the former soldier. The court ordered the allotment…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

High Court rules land near Yelahanka Air Force Station belongs to Defence Department

The High Court clarified that the land, acquired in 1943 for the construction of a taxi track belonging to Yelahanka Air Force Station,…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

BBMP Technical Advisory Committee Discusses Mega Plan for Mareanahalli Junction Traffic Control

The BBMP Technical Advisory Committee met on Wednesday to discuss the construction of an underpass, development of Madivala Lake, and…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Prajavani Sahapathi: October 1 Quiz Session

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

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Ghost Story Collective founder interviews on community storytelling in Bengaluru

Tarun Sridharan, founder of the Ghost Story Collective, was interviewed regarding the organization's focus on raw, unscripted paranormal…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Land reserved for Botanical Park will not be encroached upon

Forest, Wildlife and Environment Minister Ramalingareddy stated that the 52 acres of land at Hennagar, Survey No. 5, near Chandapura,…

DistrictBengaluru1 October 2026

Minister Krishna Bhiregowda reviews Dommasandra flyover construction, directs speed and traffic management

Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Bhiregowda visited Dommasandra (Anekal) to review the delayed flyover construction and…

PoliticsBengaluru1 October 2026

Protest held in Bengaluru demanding cancellation of case against Punith Kerehalli

The Hindu Rashtra Samanvaya Samithi held a protest in Bengaluru on Wednesday, demanding the immediate release of Punith Kerehalli. The…