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PoliticsBengaluru22 September 2026

Election dates announced for Rajya Sabha seats for teachers and graduates in Bengaluru

The Election Commission announced the schedule for the biennial elections to two teacher and two graduate seats in the Legislative Council.…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

SIT formed to investigate KPSC appointment scam; DGP Alok Kumar leads team

Following the Karnataka High Court's historic verdict on the KPSC Veterinary Officer appointment scam, an order was issued to hand over the…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

T.N. Seetharaman announces auditions for new serial, first round in Mysore on the 26th

Director T.N. Seetharaman has announced that he is giving opportunities to new talents for a new serial. The selection process for lead,…

CrimeBengaluru22 September 2026

Police bust illegal arms sale network in Bengaluru; seven arrested, five country-made guns seized

Police arrested seven individuals after busting an illegal arms sale network operating in the outskirts of Bengaluru. The arrested…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Ananth Nag wins Dadasaheb Phalke Award, recalling his time as Bengaluru's minister

Veteran Kannada actor Ananth Nag has received the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contributions to Indian cinema. He will receive…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Rice prices jump again, causing distress to consumers in Bengaluru

The price of rice, a staple food, has risen again, putting a heavy burden on consumers. Over the last two months, the wholesale price of…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Bengaluru man says city's towering buildings and luxury cars inspire him to dream bigger

A Bengaluru man stated that seeing the city's towering buildings and luxury cars pushed him to think bigger about his goals.

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

CID traces Rs 92 lakh money trail, alleges leak of 60-80 questions in KPSC exam scam

The CID investigation into the alleged KPSC veterinary officers recruitment examination scam uncovered a Rs 92 lakh financial trail…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Multi-lane Free Flow Tolling System to be implemented on Electronic City Flyover and Bengaluru-Nelamangala Highway

The 'Multi-lane Free Flow Tolling' (MLFF) system will be implemented on the Electronic City Flyover and the Nelamangala Highway to prevent…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Court grants interim stay against defamation of 'The Paradise' movie

The Bengaluru Civil Court granted an interim stay against posting defamatory content regarding the movie 'The Paradise'. The court issued…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Metro Commute Cost Calculation Sparks Debate in Bengaluru

A calculation regarding the cost of metro travel for daily commuting in Bengaluru has sparked discussion on social media. Based on a 15 km…

PoliticsBengaluru22 September 2026

Opposition leader alleges 'Brand Bengaluru' is a tax scam, harassing citizens in Bengaluru

Opposition leader R. Ashok alleged on Tuesday that 'Brand Bengaluru' is being used to harass common people by levying taxes. He expressed…

PoliticsBengaluru22 September 2026

CM DK Shivakumar states Kasturirangan report implementation will impact 10 districts' livelihoods

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar stated on Monday that the central government's move to implement the Dr. K. Kasturirangan report will…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Vedike protests state government's plan to replace third language with AI in schools

Deshiya Bhasha Hitarakshana Vedike staged a protest in Bengaluru on Monday, opposing the state government’s intention to replace the third…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Heavy rains cause waterlogging and traffic snarls across Bengaluru

Heavy rains on Monday evening caused waterlogging and traffic snarls across Bengaluru. Commuters reported traffic pile-ups at locations…

CrimeBengaluru22 September 2026

Masked gang attacks four in Bengaluru’s southwest; police launch manhunt

A masked gang allegedly attacked four people in Uttarahalli, parts of Bengaluru, on Sunday night. The assailants used machetes and long…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Bengaluru's Air Quality: Jayanagar and Malleshwaram Report 'Good' AQI; Silk Board and Peenya Show Higher Levels

On September 22, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Bengaluru was reported as 64. Jayanagar and Malleshwaram recorded an AQI between 40 and 50,…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Techie considering 6-month break despite ₹30–35 LPA salary

A techie in Bengaluru asked Reddit about the impact of taking a six-month break from work. The individual mentioned that they would be…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Prajavani Sahapathi: Competitive Quiz Session on September 22

Prajavani Digital is conducting a quiz called 'Sardha Kana' for students preparing for competitive exams. The questions for the day are…

DistrictBengaluru22 September 2026

Rain slows movement on several Bengaluru roads

Rain has slowed movement on several roads across Bengaluru.