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The latest local news from Bengaluru, Bengaluru city, Karnataka.

CrimeBengaluru2 October 2026

Large inter-state counterfeit currency network busted in Bengaluru; 21.68 lakh rupees worth of fake notes, 17 printing machines seized

Chamarajpet police successfully busted a large inter-state network that was printing and circulating counterfeit currency worth lakhs of…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Namma Metro to become India's third city with over 100 km network, surpassing Mumbai

Namma Metro is set to cross the 100 km mark, making Bengaluru the third city in India with such a network. The metro network will reach…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Prajavani Sahapathi: October 2 Quiz Session

Prajavani Digital is conducting a quiz called 'Sardha Kana' for competitive exams and students' convenience. The quiz, prepared by Insight…

PoliticsBengaluru2 October 2026

CM's protest outside CEO office leads to action notice

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and cabinet colleagues staged a protest outside the Chief Electoral Officer's office for over five hours.…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Bengaluru's Air Quality Index shows poor levels; BTM Layout records AQI above 130

The Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded across major cities in Karnataka on October 2. Bengaluru recorded an average AQI between 120 and…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Concerns raised over delay in establishing Kanteerava Studio branch

Concerns have arisen regarding the planned establishment of a Kanteerava Studio branch near Madyanayakanakere, located along National…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Protest held in Bengaluru demanding appointment of librarians

The Karnataka State Library Association organized a large-scale protest in Bengaluru's Freedom Park on October 5 to demand the appointment…

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…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Civic body accused of failing to provide basic amenities, protest continues in Bengaluru

Mohanakrishna and supporters held a protest at the city council office on Thursday, accusing the civic body of failing to provide basic…

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…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Innovation Ideaathon Competition Successfully Held at BCIT College, Balkhi

An Innovation Ideaathon competition was successfully held at BCIT College in Balkhi, in collaboration with Agastya International Foundation…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Akhandeswara Pattara selected for 'Karnataka Kalashri' Award

The Karnataka Music and Dance Academy has selected the head of Panchakshari Sangeetha Vidyalaya, Akhandeswara Pattara, for the 2026-27…

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…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Former Minister J.C. Madhuswamy claims 0.75 TMC water allocation was secured for the taluk

Speaking in Chikkanayakanahalli, former minister J.C. Madhuswamy stated that 0.75 TMC water was allocated to the taluk by his efforts. He…

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…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Four authors selected for 'R.K. Hanumanthayya Book Endowment Award'

The Buddha Basava Gandhi Cultural Trust announced four authors selected for the 2025–26 'R.K. Hanumanthayya Book Endowment Award'. The…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

High Court dismisses defamation case filed by Vishwanath and Manjunath

The High Court dismissed the defamation case filed by former MLAs H. Vishwanath and A. Manjunath, which had been filed by Vidhan Parishad…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Four mobile vehicles launched for blood supply in Bengaluru

Four mobile vehicles were launched in Bengaluru to ensure the timely supply of safe and quality blood to everyone in the state. Health…

DistrictBengaluru2 October 2026

Police rescue girl who left home to meet BTS singers

Hoysala Police rescued a 13-year-old girl from Hebbagodi, who had left her home in Bengaluru to meet the South Korean pop band BTS. The…