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

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

Survey finds excessive horn use in Bengaluru is more of a habit than a safety measure

A survey conducted by the civil volunteer group 'Beautiful Bharat' on World Deaf Day found that only 30% of respondents cited horn use as a…

CrimeBengaluru28 September 2026

Darshan to face major trouble as Pradosh's testimony is recorded today

In the Renukaswamy murder case, the testimony of Pradosh, an associate of Dasan, is scheduled to be recorded today at the CCCH 59th Court.…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru28 September 2026

Government Institutions Encroached on 39 Lakes in Bengaluru; Govt Itself is Dangerous to Bengaluru Lakes

Data from the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) reveals that government institutions have encroached upon 39 lakes in Bengaluru. The…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

State Drug Administration discovers medicines sold at 52 times the real price in Bengaluru private hospitals

The State Drug Administration has discovered that medicines for inpatients are being sold in private hospitals in Bengaluru at 52 times the…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

BMTC faces financial crisis amid 'Shakti' scheme; employees question salary payment

The KSRTC workers' union expressed concern that the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) is facing severe financial…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

Man Dies After Elephant Attack Near RR Medical College in Bengaluru

A man has died following an elephant attack behind RR Medical College near Kengeri in Bengaluru. The incident occurred around 5 AM today,…

EducationBengaluru28 September 2026

KEA implements 'Triple-Layer OMR' sheet system to curb exam malpractice

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has introduced a 'Triple-Layer OMR' sheet system to curb malpractice in competitive exams. This…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

Golden Star Ganesh speaks on 'Brundavihari' song release

The fifth song, 'Onde Ondu,' from the movie 'Brundavihari' starring Golden Star Ganesh, has been released. The song was composed by Heshham…

PoliticsSadashivanagar28 September 2026

D.K. Shivakumar addresses media in Sadashivanagar regarding Congress strategy and infrastructure issues

Speaking to the media in Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru, D.K. Shivakumar stated that Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi's points regarding 'vote…

PoliticsSadashivanagar28 September 2026

DK Shivakumar confirms decision on corporation board appointments was made in Delhi

Speaking to the media in Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru, D.K. Shivakumar stated that Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi's points regarding 'vote…

PoliticsBengaluru28 September 2026

HDK Kumaraswamy criticizes Congress over loan waiver support and state drought relief measures

Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy launched an attack on the Congress on Saturday, accusing it of refusing to support farm loan waivers during…

CrimeBengaluru28 September 2026

Man arrested for allegedly stealing phones and laptops worth over Rs 10 lakh from Bengaluru PGs

Avalahalli police arrested a 24-year-old man, B Shivaji, for allegedly stealing mobile phones and laptops worth more than Rs 10 lakh. The…

CrimeBengaluru28 September 2026

Kingpin of fake medicine racket finally arrested at Bangalore airport after returning from Azerbaijan

Prashanth Ranjan Babu, suspected kingpin of the fake medicine network found in Dodderi Farmhouse, Ramanagara, was arrested at Kempegowda…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

Unauthorized tennis court reconstruction in Lalbagh raises concerns over historical preservation

Construction activities have begun for a tennis court near the government residence allotted to the Director of Horticulture in Lalbagh…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

BMTC faces financial strain, struggling to pay salaries and manage dues

The KSRTC Employees’ Union alleged on Sunday that the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) is struggling to pay salaries and…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

Study finds honking in Bengaluru is a habit, not a safety response

A 'No Honking Survey' by Beautiful Bharat found that only around 30% of the 259 respondents linked honking to danger alerts or highlighting…

PoliticsBengaluru28 September 2026

DK Shivakumar states Guarantee Schemes cause financial difficulty, suggests revisions for local voters

In an interview, DK Shivakumar stated that the Guarantee Schemes have caused financial difficulties for the government. He mentioned that…

EducationBengaluru28 September 2026

Prajavani organizes 'Spardha Kana' quiz for students

Prajavani Digital is conducting a quiz called 'Spardha Kana' for students to help them prepare for competitive exams. The quiz, whose…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

Farmers question BBC land monetisation plan in Bengaluru

Farmers and landowners affected by the proposed Bengaluru Business Corridor (BBC) have urged Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy to intervene. The…

DistrictBengaluru28 September 2026

BDA's Open House mechanism records 7,410 grievances, 4,759 resolved

The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) announced that its citizen grievance redressal mechanism has recorded 7,410 grievances, with 4,759…