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The latest politics news from Bengaluru city, Karnataka.

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Yatnal warns Priyank Kharge over RSS and Hindu issues

BJP ex-MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal criticized Congress minister Priyank Kharge, stating that Kharge has an 'allergy' when the topics of RSS…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Vidhana Parishat Elections: Voting scheduled for Friday, 23rd

Elections for the Legislative Council seats for teachers and graduates are scheduled for Friday, the 23rd. Voting will be available from 8…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Allegations of distributing gift coupons, money, and snacks in Bengaluru teacher constituency elections

Opposition leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy alleged that Congress candidate Puttanna is distributing gift coupons, flasks, tiffin boxes, and…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Kannada groups protest metro extension to Tamil Nadu border

Kannada groups have strongly protested the metro project extension up to the Tamil Nadu border. Activists Watal Nagaraj and Karave Praveen…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Former MLA Annadani questions Home Minister Kharge over KPSC row and alleged sting operation

Former JD(S) MLA and Dalit leader Dr K Annadani launched an attack on Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Thursday. He questioned Kharge's…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Congress candidate accused of distributing gift coupons, cash during Vidhana Parishad election

Opposition leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy alleged that Congress candidate Puttanna is attempting to attract voters by distributing gift…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Allegations of gift coupon distribution to teachers in Teachers Constituency election

The BJP-JDS delegation filed a complaint alleging that the Congress candidate is distributing gift coupons and money to teachers in the…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

State government to use private agencies for inspections due to staff shortage

The state government has instructed that private agencies (third parties) conduct inspections and audits in various departments due to staff…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

Prakash Raj criticizes 'Peace Bonds' condition for student protesters

Actor and social activist Prakash Raj strongly criticized the condition that young workers must submit 'Peace Bonds' before their arrest and…

PoliticsMahadevapura22 October 2026

Congress aims to win the Agneeya Padavidhara constituency

Speaking at a campaign meeting for Congress candidate Shashihulikuntemath in the nearby N. Mahadevapura village, State Director of Karnataka…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

FIR filed against JDS spokesperson over alleged defamatory posts against CM DK Shivakumar

An FIR has been registered at the High Grounds Police Station against JDS spokesperson Prashanthi Subhash. The case was filed based on a…

PoliticsBengaluru22 October 2026

FIR registered against JD(S) spokesperson Prashanti Subhash in Bengaluru

The High Grounds police in Bengaluru registered an FIR against JD(S) state spokesperson Prashanti Subhash. The booking was made under BNS…

PoliticsBengaluru21 October 2026

State government should first provide drought relief to farmers: Chalawadi Narayana Swamy

Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru on Wednesday, Opposition Leader Chalawadi Narayana Swamy stated that the state government should first…

PoliticsBengaluru21 October 2026

BJP files complaint against Congress candidate Puttanna over alleged violation of election code in Bengaluru Teachers' Constituency

The BJP has filed a complaint with the Election Commission alleging that Congress candidate Puttanna is violating the Model Code of Conduct.…

PoliticsBengaluru21 October 2026

High Court rejects anticipatory bail application of KPSC member Shantha Hosamani

The High Court rejected the anticipatory bail application filed by KPSC member Shantha Hosamani, who faces allegations of taking bribes to…

PoliticsBengaluru21 October 2026

Former Vidhana Parishat Member Ramesh Babu urges new Governor to strengthen democracy in Karnataka

Former Vidhana Parishat Member Ramesh Babu wrote a letter to the Governor, Sudha Yadav, urging her to strengthen the foundation of democracy…

PoliticsBengaluru21 October 2026

RSS should not be treated as servants of the police department: Priyank Kharge

Speaking to the media regarding the letter to RSS, Priyank Kharge questioned the police department's role. He stated that for RSS…

PoliticsBengaluru21 October 2026

Priyank Kharge questions RSS, alleges links with Pakistan

Home Minister Priyank Kharge questioned the RSS, alleging they are building links with Pakistan. Kharge stated that the discussion began…

PoliticsBengaluru20 October 2026

CM D.K. Shivakumar holds late-night meeting with ministers in Bengaluru

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar held a late-night meeting with ministers at the CM's official residence on Kumarapura Road in Bengaluru.…

PoliticsMalleshwaram20 October 2026

BJP State Office in Malleshwaram celebrates Ayudha Pooja; Vijayendra meets Basanagouda Patil Yatnal

The BJP state office in Malleshwaram celebrated Ayudha Pooja with great fanfare, attended by BJP State President B.V. Vijayendra. During the…