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

Faith & festivalsBengaluru5 days ago

Kannada Rajyotsava: Three Offers for Book Lovers in November

To mark the 71st Kannada Rajyotsava, Sapna Book House is organizing a book fair and a gathering of Kannada writers on November 1.…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

KSRTC to run 2,600 additional buses for Deepavali rush

The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) will operate 2,600 additional buses from Bengaluru between November 6 and 8 for the…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Nrityagram, a unique village where trees seem to dance, is located near Hesaraghatta

Nrityagram, a unique art center, is located near Hesaraghatta, about 30 kilometers from Bengaluru. Established in 1990 by Odissi dancer…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Special Sessions Court rejects ex-Army man's plea for recusal in criminal case

A special sessions court in Bengaluru rejected an application by B Boopalan, a 'party-in-person' from the city. He had sought the special…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Bengaluru's Air Quality Index: AQI in Bengaluru drops to 'Moderate' level

According to the Central Pollution Control Board report, the average Air Quality Index (AQI) in Bengaluru city is around 130 to 137, falling…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Altercation at 'Gandhi Hatyeya Satya' Play in Banashankari: Complaint and Counter-Complaint Filed

An altercation occurred at the 'Gandhi Hatyeya Satya' play performance at the Suchitra Cinema and Cultural Academy in Banashankari.…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Concerns rise over local Kannada population becoming minority in Bengaluru

Data suggests a massive increase in the migrant population in Bengaluru. The number of migrants has risen from 16 lakh in the last one and a…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Development plans for Silk Board Junction under 'Ward One' campaign

Greater Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Bairegowda announced that comprehensive development work will be undertaken at the Central…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

MLA assures residents of solution to water and drainage issues in Bengaluru's old residential areas

During a 'Janaspandana' program held at the Maidan near Sant Charles School in Pulikesanagar, MLA A.C. Srinivas addressed issues raised by…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru5 days ago

Naisha Shetty and Sajan Prakash achieve gold at Nettakalappa Swimming Championship

Naisha Shetty of Swim Life Academy won gold in the 100m butterfly and 50m butterfly skins finals in the Nettakalappa Swimming Championship,…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Seven police officers receive 'Griha Mantri Dakshata Padaka– 2026' for service in Bengaluru

The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has awarded the 'Griha Mantri Dakshata Padaka– 2026' to seven police officers for their commendable…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

West City Corporation Commissioner Shilpa Nag explains development initiatives to new Commissioner

West City Corporation Commissioner Shilpa Nag spoke after receiving charge from Commissioner Dr. K.V. Rajendra. She provided insights into…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru5 days ago

₹10 Lakh Donation Made for Kuvempu Bhavan in Bengaluru

M.R. Suresh, an entrepreneur from Indomie, donated ₹10 lakh to the Kuvempu Bhavan, planned for the National Poet Kuvempu Pratishthana in…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Suspicious object found near Sonneanahalli Circle in Bengaluru

Suspicion arose after a suspicious object, resembling a bomb, was found in an empty spot near Sonneanahalli Circle in Jnana Bharathi on…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

The evolution of slang language in Bengaluru

The article discusses how slang has evolved from 'Ajaja' and 'Bajara' in primary school to 'Geleyaa' and 'Mams' in high school, and now to…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru5 days ago

Demand for Kannada Medium Education and Changes to State Awards Raised at Bengaluru Literary Conference

A demand was raised at the 17th Bengaluru Urban District Kannada Sahitya Sammelana to scrap the bilingual medium policy in primary and…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Protest held in Bengaluru over rising milk and curd prices

The Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) held a protest at Swatantrya Udyan in Bengaluru on Saturday against the rising prices of…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Vinaya Guru realized the importance of women's role in preserving India's heritage at SSE community event

At a state-level women's gathering of the Sahasrarjuna Kshatriya (S.S.K.) community held in Bengaluru, Vinaya Guru addressed the gathering.…

DistrictBengaluru5 days ago

Hobbyist in Bengaluru collects old newspapers, stamps, and coins

Vinoda, a hobbyist from Nagadevanahalli, Bengaluru, collects old newspapers, stamps, and coins. His collection includes details on over 410…

SportsBengaluru5 days ago

Satish and Tunkar reach finals in KBA Diamond Jubilee India International Challenge Badminton Tourney

At the KBA Diamond Jubilee India International Challenge Badminton Tourney in Bengaluru, Satish Karunakaran of Tamil Nadu and Tunkar Jnana…