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The latest district news from Bengaluru city, Karnataka.

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Cricket star Sanju Samson books entire cinema hall in Bengaluru to watch 'Jailer 2'

Cricket wicketkeeper-batsman Sanju Samson booked an entire cinema hall in Bengaluru to watch the movie 'Jailer 2'. He stated that he could…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Bengaluru Coach reveals why Mohammad Shammi withdrew from second Ranji match

Bengaluru coach Lakshmi Ratan Shukla stated that Mohammad Shammi withdrew from the second Ranji match because he requested rest, despite…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Tender issued for elevated corridor construction in 6 locations in Bengaluru; estimated cost ₹1640 crore

Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Limited (B-Smile) has issued a tender for the construction of 6 major flyovers and elevated corridors at an…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Tomato prices drop sharply in Bengaluru; price variation noted between markets and retail points

Tomato prices have seen a sharp decline in Bengaluru, with the price per kg dropping from ₹50 to ₹10 over the last week. While this has…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train to Start Operations on November 1

The much-anticipated Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train is scheduled to begin on November 1, coinciding with Kannada Rajyotsava.…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Kannadathi Niki Prasad sets world record in T20 cricket against Zimbabwe

Kannadathi Niki Prasad, a promising female cricketer from India, set a rare world record in the second T20 match against Zimbabwe. She…

DistrictJP Nagar20 October 2026

Bengaluru Bookstore Hosts Global Letter Writing Project

Beku Books in JP Nagar Bengaluru is participating in The Sunday Letter Project, a global initiative. The project, which began in 2025,…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Goofy wins Fat Dogs of Bengaluru contest

Goofy emerged as the winner of the Fat Dogs of Bengaluru contest, which was held through an online poll. The competition is donating its…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

High-tech Metro Link to be established at Silk Board for Metro Commuters

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL) plans to establish the city's first 'Traveler' at the Central Silk Board junction. This system…

DistrictVidhana Soudha20 October 2026

AI video showing blast at Vidhana Soudha sparks public outrage

A video edited using AI technology, depicting a blast at Vidhana Soudha, is circulating on Instagram. The video, uploaded by a youth using…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Singer Sonu Nigam publicly apologizes for controversial remarks about Kannada language and people

Singer Sonu Nigam has publicly apologized for remarks that created controversy regarding the Kannada language and people. He stated, 'I have…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Former player Murali Karthik welcomes Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the national T20I team

Former player Murali Karthik welcomed the decision to include experienced fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the national T20I team. He stated…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Sanjju Samson books two full theaters for Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' movie, invites Indian team players

Cricket star Sanju Samson booked two full theaters for the movie 'Jailer 2,' starring Rajinikanth. He shared that he is a big fan of…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

High Court: Steering wheel is not a child's toy; public road cannot be a playground for irresponsible behavior

The Karnataka High Court granted permission to hear the case against a 51-year-old father from Mysuru in a rare instance. The case involves…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Fan walks over 1,000 km from Mumbai to Bengaluru to meet Hardik Pandya

A fan from Lucknow walked over 1,000 kilometers from Mumbai to Bengaluru to meet all-rounder Hardik Pandya at the BCCI 'Centre of…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Advance booking for 'Ramayana' begins; ticket prices revealed

Advance booking for the highly anticipated film 'Ramayana,' starring Ranveer Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, and Ravi Dubey, began today (Oct…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

1.3 lakh customers drop out of Gruhajyoti scheme; 1.2 lakh in BESCOM area refuse to provide documents

Approximately 1.3 lakh customers across the state have decided to exit the 'Gruhajyoti' scheme, which provides free electricity up to 200…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Anitha Kumaraswamy: Allegations against my spotless character will face justice from Goddess Durga

Former MLA Anitha Kumaraswamy stated in Bengaluru that allegations made by a private news channel regarding her are completely false and a…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Karave President Te. A. Narayana Gowda calls for forgiveness, marking end to Sonu Nigam controversy

Karnataka Rakshana Vedike (Karave) President Te. A. Narayana Gowda stated that Sonu Nigam has apologized for his past controversial remarks.…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Metro commuters face connectivity issues between Deepanjalinagar Metro and Satellite Bus Stand

Metro commuters traveling from Vijayanagar via Majestic are facing difficulties reaching the Satellite Bus Stand. Commuters report that…