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PoliticsBengaluru9 October 2026

High Court grants interim stay on FIR against BJP agents over voter list revision

The High Court granted an interim stay on the FIR registered at the Wyalakal Police Station against BJP booth-level agents (BLAs) concerning…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru9 October 2026

Four special trains announced between Bengaluru and Bidar for Dasara festival

To manage increased passenger density during the Dasara festival, the Solapur Railway Division has arranged four special trains between…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Social Media Trolls CJP Bengaluru Protest Over Low Turnout

The CJP organized a 'People's Tribunal' protest at Freedom Park, Bengaluru, against the Election Commission's SIR process. The protest…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

High Court grants interim stay on FIR filed against Vasantalakshmi and Deepak Singh

The Karnataka High Court granted an interim stay on an FIR filed against Vasantalakshmi and Deepak Singh. The FIR related to allegations of…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Major Road in Basavanagere Temporarily Closed for 20 Days for Stormwater Drain Bridge Construction

Vehicle movement on the main road in Basavanagere, Bengaluru, has been temporarily prohibited for 20 days, starting October 10, 2026. The…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Former Bengaluru Police Commissioner demands scrutiny of Dhruv Rathee's citizenship and visa status following Freedom Park protest

Former Bengaluru Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao has petitioned the Union Home Ministry regarding the citizenship and visa status of…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

KEA allows candidates to record all four choices for PGCET, following student protests

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has allowed candidates who received seat allocations in the first round for MBA, MCA, ME, and…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Mother's joy at son's seven words; mother changed career for child

Rajeshwari Nayak's mother was surprised by her son's seven words, marking a milestone for the child with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Deputy Speaker Umashree inspects MLAs' building, directs focus on facilities and cleanliness

Deputy Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Council, Dr. Umashree, conducted a surprise visit to the MLAs' building in Bengaluru. She…

PoliticsBengaluru9 October 2026

Social activist urges Governor to investigate alleged sting operations in state politics

Social activist Dinesh Kallahalli wrote a letter to Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot regarding alleged sting operations in the state's political…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Gruhalakshmi Scheme Re-verification Process Details Released

The state government is set to begin the re-verification process for the Gruhalakshmi scheme, which is one of Karnataka's major guarantee…

PoliticsBengaluru9 October 2026

Ex-Police Commissioner Bhaskar Rao urges central government to review citizenship and visa status of YouTuber Dhruv Rathee

Bhaskar Rao, former police commissioner, has written to the central Ministry of Home Affairs requesting a review of the citizenship,…

EducationBengaluru9 October 2026

UGC-NET December 2026 Exam Applications Open, Deadline is October 28

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started the application process for the UGC-NET December 2026 exam. Eligible candidates can apply…

CrimeBengaluru9 October 2026

Former MLA Prajwal Revanna to be shifted from Parapana Agrahar Jail to Hindalgaon Jail

Former MLA Prajwal Revanna, who is serving a life sentence for an assault case, is being shifted from Parapana Agrahar Jail in Bengaluru to…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

KSTDC launches one-day tour package to cover Bengaluru's famous spots

Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) has introduced a special 'One Day Bengaluru Sightseeing Tour' package for tourists…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

KPSC Scam: Investigation reveals flight ticket bookings and other key details from illegal funds

Further details regarding the KPSC veterinary officer recruitment scam have emerged during the investigation. During the investigation, it…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Voter List Revision: Karnataka processes 1.10 lakh Form-7 applications and completes 40.88 lakh notice hearings; final list to be published by Oct 27

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) office reported that 1,10,654 Form-7 applications have been received for objecting to or deleting names in…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

New rules added to Gruhalakshmi Scheme re-evaluation application

The Gruhalakshmi Scheme re-evaluation application has been published, revealing new rules for beneficiaries. The application requires…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

Ravina Tandon joins 'A for Anand' with Shivrajkumar; shooting begins at Presidency University

Ravina Tandon is set to star with Shivrajkumar in 'A for Anand,' marking their first collaboration. The highly anticipated film, directed by…

DistrictBengaluru9 October 2026

DIG orders transfer of Prajwal Raveendran from Parapana Agrahara Jail to Hindalgaon Jail, Belagavi

The Director General of Police (DGP) has ordered the transfer of former MLA Prajwal Raveendran from Parapana Agrahara Jail. This order…