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The latest district news from Bengaluru city, Karnataka.

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Ambulance handed over to Hombuja Primary Health Centre

The Progress Automation Centre and Progress Care Trust handed over an ambulance to the Hombuja Primary Health Centre for the convenience of…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Yashvanth M.G. sets record by singing 28 languages for 28 hours

Yashvanth M.G., a singer and scholar from Moodubidri, set a record by singing songs in 28 languages, highlighting India's unity and…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Concerns raised about the 'pollution of the soul' of Bengaluru

At the 17th City District Kannada Literary Conference held in Bengaluru on Friday, concerns were raised that Bengaluru is losing its…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

‘Janaspandana’ program scheduled in Pulakeshinagar on Saturday

A ‘Janaspandana– Citizens for Change’ program is scheduled for Saturday, April 31, in the Pulakeshinagar constituency in collaboration with…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Organs donated after Bengaluru resident passes away from kidney failure

A resident of Bengaluru's NT Block, Shwetha (28), passed away in a Bengaluru hospital after brain inactivity due to kidney issues. Her…

DistrictKengeri31 October 2026

Leopard spotted in Kommaghatta area of Kengeri, causing local concern

A leopard sighting in the Kommaghatta and Kempegowda Layout areas has caused concern among locals. A video captured on a mobile phone shows…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Comprehensive plan for water, roads, and drainage system prepared for Bengaluru city

Greater Bengaluru Minister Krishna Bairegounda directed officials to prepare a comprehensive plan for providing adequate drinking water,…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Banjara community meeting turns into heated debate over reservation and development funds

A meeting held in Bengaluru, chaired by Minister for Textiles and Sugar Rudrappa Lamani, turned into a heated debate over the development of…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Karnataka Media Academy invites applications for various scholarship awards

The Karnataka Media Academy has invited articles from journalists for various scholarship awards for the year 2026. The Academy has…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Mithun, Mansi reach semi-finals in KBA Diamond Jubilee India International Challenge Badminton Tournament

Local star Mithun Manjunath reached the semi-finals in the men's singles of the KBA Diamond Jubilee India International Challenge Badminton…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Deadline extended for applying for 14 beneficiary-based schemes for persons with disabilities and senior citizens

The deadline for eligible persons with disabilities to apply online for 14 beneficiary-based schemes, implemented by the Empowerment of…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Multiple events scheduled across Bengaluru city today

Today, multiple events are scheduled across Bengaluru city. Events include a seminar on science and spirituality at Jawaharlal Nehru Centre…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Metro transports kidney from Kolar to Bengaluru in 37 minutes

BMRCL facilitated the transport of a human kidney from Jalappa Hospital, Kolar, to Fortis Hospitals, Nagarabhavi for a medical procedure in…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Deepavali rush and fuel hikes push Bengaluru airfares up over 50%

Domestic airfares from Bengaluru have surged ahead of Deepavali, making festive travel significantly more expensive. One-way fares for the…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Hosur Road emerges as a firecracker shopping hub ahead of Deepavali

With Deepavali approaching next week, the stretch from Bengaluru towards Hosur is seeing increased footfall as buyers look for a wide range…

DistrictBengaluru31 October 2026

Youth theatre fest brings stories of identity and grief to Bengaluru

A youth theatre festival was held in Bengaluru, presenting stories focused on identity and grief.

DistrictBengaluru30 October 2026

Bengaluru officials step up vigil against contraband and irregularities

Bengaluru officials have stepped up vigilance against contraband and irregularities.

DistrictBengaluru30 October 2026

Road work begins in Bengaluru’s Rudrappa Layout after 2-year wait

Road work has begun in Rudrappa Layout, Bengaluru, after a two-year wait. The work is expected to improve connectivity in the area.

DistrictBengaluru30 October 2026

Food Safety Department denies permits to 102 packaged drinking water units

The Food Safety Department has taken strict action against packaged drinking water units in the state. A total of 102 units were denied…

DistrictIndiranagar30 October 2026

Token on tracks disrupts Bengaluru Metro services for 18 minutes

Bengaluru Metro services were disrupted for 18 minutes after a passenger jumped onto the tracks at Indiranagar station to retrieve a fallen…