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PoliticsBengaluru22 September 2026

CM DK Shivakumar states Kasturirangan report implementation will impact 10 districts' livelihoods

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated on Monday that the central government's move to implement the Dr. K. Kasturirangan report will…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Vedike protests state government's plan to replace third language with AI in schools

Deshiya Bhasha Hitarakshana Vedike staged a protest in Bengaluru on Monday, opposing the state government’s intention to replace the third…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Heavy rains cause waterlogging and traffic snarls across Bengaluru

Heavy rains on Monday evening caused waterlogging and traffic snarls across Bengaluru. Commuters reported traffic pile-ups at locations…

CrimeBengaluru22 September 2026

Masked gang attacks four in Bengaluru’s southwest; police launch manhunt

A masked gang allegedly attacked four people in Uttarahalli, parts of Bengaluru, on Sunday night. The assailants used machetes and long…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Bengaluru's Air Quality: Jayanagar and Malleshwaram Report 'Good' AQI; Silk Board and Peenya Show Higher Levels

On September 22, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Bengaluru was reported as 64. Jayanagar and Malleshwaram recorded an AQI between 40 and 50,…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Techie considering 6-month break despite ₹30–35 LPA salary

A techie in Bengaluru asked Reddit about the impact of taking a six-month break from work. The individual mentioned that they would be…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Prajavani Sahapathi: Competitive Quiz Session on September 22

Prajavani Digital is conducting a quiz called 'Sardha Kana' for students preparing for competitive exams. The questions for the day are…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Rain slows movement on several Bengaluru roads

Rain has slowed movement on several roads across Bengaluru.

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Rain havoc in Bengaluru: Damages reported in several areas, rain expected until Sept 24

Heavy rains caused havoc in Bengaluru, causing traffic disruptions and distress to commuters. Following the rain, a large tree fell near…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru22 September 2026

Kannada Development Authority Chairman highlights crisis in Kannada education system

At the 16th Kannada Sahitya-Samskruti Sammelana-2026 in Bengaluru, Purushottam Bilimale, Chairman of the Kannada Development Authority,…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru22 September 2026

Samavesha on Constitutional Protection and Buddhist Awareness Scheduled for September 30 in Bengaluru

The Dalit Sangharsha Samithi announced that a 'Samavesha on Constitutional Protection and Buddhist Awareness – Swabhimani' has been…

DistrictYelahanka22 September 2026

Ground-breaking ceremony held for 125-bed multi-specialty hospital in Bellahalli, Yelahanka

Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Biregound performed the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of a 125-bed advanced…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Krishna Murthy: University curriculum and life's curriculum are different

At the B.M. Sri Pratishthana founder's day celebration in Bengaluru, Janapada expert Krishna Murthy Hanuru spoke while receiving the…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru22 September 2026

Global subjects should be accessible in Kannada, said M. Prakashamurthy

Addressing the 'Science Learning with Kannada' workshop organized by the Bengaluru Urban District Kannada Sahitya Parishat, M.…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Pavana Odeyar discusses film projects, mentions story set around Bengaluru

Pavana Odeyar stated that the film 'Bael' is a pure Kannada film, mixing comedy, emotion, and investigation. He mentioned that the story is…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Allegations of overcharging for vehicle parking at MG Road

Vehicle owners allege that higher fees are being collected for parking two-wheelers in and around MG Road than the rates set by the…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Small industries association requests release of pending subsidies and infrastructure development in Bengaluru

Representatives of the state's small industries association met with Small Industries Minister Vijayananda Kashyapnavar in Bengaluru. They…

DistrictAnekal22 September 2026

₹10 Crore Loan Distributed to Self-Help Groups in Anekal

The Bengaluru District Central Cooperative Bank and Agricultural Service Cooperative Union distributed total ₹10 crore worth of loan cheques…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

CID report reveals further details in KPSC recruitment scam investigation

CID officials have submitted a report to the state government regarding the KPSC veterinary officer recruitment scam. The report details the…

EducationMalleshwaram22 September 2026

Teachers should respect students' thoughts: Rajesh Padmar

At a Guru Vandana program held by the batch of 1980-83 students of Bharathi Education Trust, Bharathi Vidyasange, and Bharathi High School…