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Saturday, 7 November 2026Local news from Bengaluru, neighbourhood by neighbourhood

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Digital Yatra facility extended to foreign travelers at Kempegowda International Airport

The 'Digi Yatra' facility, which uses facial recognition technology, has been extended to foreign travelers departing from Kempegowda…

CrimeBengaluru29 October 2026

Minor arrested for attempting to stab two boys in Bengaluru; Rowdy apprehended in Rajarajeshwari Nagar

Police arrested a 16-year-old boy in Parappanahagraha for allegedly attempting to stab two boys, including an 8th-grade student. The…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru29 October 2026

3rd edition of 'Manotsava' mental health festival to be held in Bengaluru

The 3rd edition of 'Manotsava,' a mental health festival, will be held on December 5 and 6. Organized jointly by the Rohini Nilakani…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Fire breaks out in hotel in Mattikere, Bengaluru

A fire accident occurred at a hotel in Mattikere, Bengaluru, on Wednesday morning. The incident took place at Kannuru Food Point, located at…

CrimeBengaluru29 October 2026

Rogue accused Raghavendra arrested after absconding from court proceedings

Police arrested a rogue accused, Raghavendra alias Kanda (28), who had absconded from court proceedings. The arrest was made by the CCB…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

₹394 crore sanctioned for 13 water projects in Bengaluru

During a meeting of the Water Resources Department chaired by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, ₹394 crore was approved for 13 works. These…

HealthBengaluru29 October 2026

Study reveals reduced lung function among frontline workers in Bengaluru

A screening initiative conducted by the Vaayu Occupational & Environmental Respiratory Illness Clinic (VOERIC) screened over 11,000…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Bengaluru Creators Share Spooky Halloween Makeup Tips and Inspirations

Bengaluru-based makeup enthusiasts are sharing their tips and inspirations for Halloween makeup. Fashion content creator Ananya Babu…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Multiple events scheduled across Bengaluru today, including a national science conference, cultural programs, and religious observances

Various events are scheduled across Bengaluru today, including the inauguration of the 'Yoga and Ayurveda in Neuro Science' international…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

KPSC to transition main exam question papers to online format

The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has decided to transition the main examination question papers for Gazetted Probationary…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Over 250 persons with disabilities attend inclusive job fair in Bengaluru

More than 250 persons with disabilities attended the Inclusive Job Fair 2026 on Wednesday. The fair, organized by the Association of People…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Bengaluru techie loses Rs 38.51 lakh in online side-hustle scam

A 37-year-old IT professional in Banashankari, Bengaluru, lost Rs 38.51 lakh in an online side-hustle scam. The fraud unfolded over six…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

GBA to launch month-long cleanliness drive across Bengaluru wards from Nov 1

The five city corporations, along with the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), BWSSB, BESCOM, and other agencies, will launch a month-long…

DistrictBengaluru28 October 2026

Expert Committee Recommends Fare Hike for Bus Tickets, Discussion Expected in Cabinet Meeting

A report by retired IAS officer Atul Tiwari, regarding bus ticket fare increases, has been submitted to the government. The issue is…

PoliticsBengaluru28 October 2026

BJP-JDS alliance victory in four seats signals political change in the state, says T.A. Shravana

T.A. Shravana stated that the victory of the BJP-JDS alliance candidates in the four-seat election for the Legislative Council is a clear…

CrimeBengaluru28 October 2026

Thieves strike student’s room, flee with MacBook, gold chain in Bengaluru

Thieves struck a student’s room in Bengaluru, fleeing with a MacBook and a gold chain.

CrimeBengaluru28 October 2026

Two transgender persons rob 226g gold from friend's home in Bengaluru

Two transgender persons robbed 226g of gold from a friend's home in Bengaluru.

DistrictBengaluru28 October 2026

Vrinda Dinesh joins RCB; Shreyanka Patil celebrates her selection

Vrinda Dinesh, originally from Bengaluru, has been selected by RCB in the WPL-2026 mini auction. Following her selection for ₹10 lakh,…

PoliticsBengaluru28 October 2026

CM Shivakumar directs forming 'Guarantee' implementation committees at panchayat level to counter misinformation

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar instructed that 'Guarantee' implementation committees will be formed at the panchayat level. He stated that…

PoliticsBengaluru28 October 2026

Leadership change is not the reason for the loss in the Vidhana Parishad elections: Satish Jarakihole

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday in Bengaluru, Public Works Minister Satish Jarakihole stated that the loss in the Vidhana Parishad…