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Faith & festivals news in Bengaluru

The latest faith & festivals news from Bengaluru city, Karnataka.

Faith & festivalsMalleshwaram3 October 2026

National 'M-Yukti 2026' Idea Competition held at Malleshwaram college

The national 'M-Yukti 2026' deliberation competition, focusing on innovation and social impact for student women, was held on August 8 and 9…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru3 October 2026

HCG Hospital hosts 'Little Warriors, Big Dreams' event to raise awareness about cancer

HCG Hospital organized the 'Little Warriors, Big Dreams' event in the city as part of Cancer Awareness Month. The program featured children…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru3 October 2026

Kannada film artists to participate in Dasara festival in Mysuru

Karnataka Film Commercial Board Chairperson Jayamala stated that many artists and key figures from the Kannada film industry will…

Faith & festivalsBommanahalli3 October 2026

B. Kavita elected as President of Vishwakarma Samaj Gayatri Mahila Taluku Unit

New office bearers for the Gayatri Mahila Taluku Unit of the Vishwakarma Samaj were elected in Hagaribommanahalli. B. Kavita Siddappa was…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru3 October 2026

BVB kicks off three-day literary fest 'Karnatakada Nudi Thota' on diamond jubilee

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB), Bengaluru, kicked off 'Karnatakada Nudi Thota', a three-day literary festival, cultural programme and book…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

Gandhi Jayanti celebrations in Bengaluru; experts emphasize non-violence and social harmony

Bengaluru hosted celebrations for Mahatma Gandhi–Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti on Friday, featuring commemorations of the lives and…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

SC Welfare Minister promises benefits for the last person of the Scheduled Caste community

Scheduled Castes Welfare Minister T. Raghumurthy stated that efforts will be made to ensure benefits for the last person of the Scheduled…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

CMR University launches 7th National Art Camp 'Brushes and Beyond 2026' in Bengaluru

The 7th CMR National Art Camp, 'Brushes and Beyond 2026', was inaugurated at the CMR University's Lakeside Campus in Bengaluru. The 12-day…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

Multiple Gandhi Jayanti and commemorative events held across Bengaluru

Various events were held across Bengaluru for Gandhi Jayanti and other commemorations. On the morning, a prayer meeting was held at…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

Digital Museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi to be inaugurated in Bengaluru

A digital museum showcasing Mahatma Gandhi's life journey has been set up at the Gandhi Bhavan in Bengaluru. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy awards ceremony and Tulu identity celebration to be held in Bengaluru

The Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy's awards ceremony for the years 2025 and 2026, along with the Tulu Janapada diversity and Tulu identity…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru2 October 2026

European Roller birds spotted in Valagamadi, outskirts of Bengaluru

European Roller birds have been spotted in the Valagamadi area, near the Ajjappalli hills, on the outskirts of Bengaluru. These birds, which…

Faith & festivalsRajajinagar2 October 2026

‘Bali in Bengaluru’ festival to showcase Indian and Balinese epics across 14 venues

The 16-day cultural festival, ‘Bali in Bengaluru’, is showcasing the ‘Ramayana’ across 14 venues, bringing together Balinese and Indian…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru1 October 2026

Action Prince Dhruva Sarja releases trailer for 'Raven' film

Action Prince Dhruva Sarja released the trailer for the film 'Raven,' which centers on crows. The trailer and title song launch ceremony was…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru1 October 2026

Man accused of defacing Ganesh idol in Horamavu, Bengaluru; police take action

Hennur police have taken action regarding an incident in Banjara Layout, Horamavu, Bengaluru, where a Ganesh idol was allegedly defaced and…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru1 October 2026

Veerashaiva Lingayath community expresses anger over CM's remarks at a religious gathering

The Veerashaiva Lingayath community expressed strong displeasure over remarks made by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar at a Veerashaiva…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru1 October 2026

Karnataka's Kuvari Pouvamma Shines with Gold and Silver at Asian Games 2026

Karnataka athlete M. R. Pouvamma achieved remarkable success at the Asian Games 2026. She won a gold medal in the women's 4x400-meter relay…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru1 October 2026

Youth celebration at Kuvempu Bayalu Rangamandira features dance performances and fashion show

The 'Yuva Sambhrama' at Kuvempu Bayalu Rangamandira, Manasa Gangotri Avarana, featured youth performing to Kannada film songs. Participants…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru1 October 2026

Bengaluru hosts multiple cultural and religious events today

The Indian Academy Degree College in Hennur-Bagalur Road, Dasanayakanahalli, hosts a Degree Holders Day Celebration with B.K. Ravi, Richa…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru30 September 2026

Karnataka Kala Shree Awards announced, honoring artists from Bengaluru and across Karnataka

The Karnataka Sangita Nritya Academy announced the 'Karnataka Kala Shree' awards for the 2026–27 session. 'Gaurava Prashasti' was given to…