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DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Protest at Swatantrya Udyan over increase in honorarium and distribution by T.A.-D.A

A mega coalition of main book writers (MKs) and local community resource persons (LCRPs) held a protest at Swatantrya Udyan in Bengaluru.…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

State convention organized in Bengaluru for the preservation of democracy and human rights

The Center for Protection of Democratic Rights and Secularism organized a state convention in Bengaluru on October 31. Somashekhar Gowda, a…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Protest held at Swatantrya Udyan demanding loan waivers and Minimum Support Price for farmers

Members of the State Farmers Union and Haritha Sena (a faction led by Kodihalli Chandrashekhara) protested at Swatantrya Udyan in Bengaluru.…

PoliticsBengaluru29 October 2026

DK Shivakumar questions BJP, JDS on election results, discusses Congress's strategy

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, CM D.K. Shivakumar questioned why BJP and JDS claim that election results are merely predictions. He…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Steps to popularize liquor products, said K.C. Muniyappa

Speaking at the 50th anniversary celebration of the Dr. Babu Jagajivan Ram Leather Industry Development Corporation at the Liquor Bhavan in…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Sri Srinivasa Murthy to star in 'Shiva Mechchida Kannappa' drama celebrating five decades in acting

Senior actor Sri Srinivasa Murthy is celebrating five decades in the acting profession. To mark this occasion, a performance of the…

PoliticsBengaluru29 October 2026

Demand for Stay Order in Supreme Court and Meeting with CM DK Shivakumar

At the Valmiki Mahasasthana Gurupitha, Prasannanananda Puri Swamiji urged swift action to file a stay order in the Supreme Court against the…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Nagarnjuna and Udayashankara selected for 2026 Rashtrakavi Kuvempu and other awards

The Maiko Kannada Balaga is presenting the 2026 Rashtrakavi Kuvempu Award to Ha.Ma. Nagarnjuna, a professor from Sahyadri College in…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Manasi Singh advances in KBA Diamond Jubilee International Challenge Badminton Tournament

India's Manasi Singh defeated Bala Manvita Reddy 21–9, 21–9 to advance in the Round of 16 of the KBA Diamond Jubilee International Challenge…

EducationBengaluru29 October 2026

Practical training needed for teachers, says Prof. B. Subbareddy

During a training workshop for Central School and Residential School teachers held at the Skill Development Center of Kudapura IISc Campus…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Digital Yatra facility extended to foreign travelers at Kempegowda International Airport

The 'Digi Yatra' facility, which uses facial recognition technology, has been extended to foreign travelers departing from Kempegowda…

CrimeBengaluru29 October 2026

Minor arrested for attempting to stab two boys in Bengaluru; Rowdy apprehended in Rajarajeshwari Nagar

Police arrested a 16-year-old boy in Parappanahagraha for allegedly attempting to stab two boys, including an 8th-grade student. The…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru29 October 2026

3rd edition of 'Manotsava' mental health festival to be held in Bengaluru

The 3rd edition of 'Manotsava,' a mental health festival, will be held on December 5 and 6. Organized jointly by the Rohini Nilakani…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Fire breaks out in hotel in Mattikere, Bengaluru

A fire accident occurred at a hotel in Mattikere, Bengaluru, on Wednesday morning. The incident took place at Kannuru Food Point, located at…

CrimeBengaluru29 October 2026

Rogue accused Raghavendra arrested after absconding from court proceedings

Police arrested a rogue accused, Raghavendra alias Kanda (28), who had absconded from court proceedings. The arrest was made by the CCB…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

₹394 crore sanctioned for 13 water projects in Bengaluru

During a meeting of the Water Resources Department chaired by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, ₹394 crore was approved for 13 works. These…

HealthBengaluru29 October 2026

Study reveals reduced lung function among frontline workers in Bengaluru

A screening initiative conducted by the Vaayu Occupational & Environmental Respiratory Illness Clinic (VOERIC) screened over 11,000…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Bengaluru Creators Share Spooky Halloween Makeup Tips and Inspirations

Bengaluru-based makeup enthusiasts are sharing their tips and inspirations for Halloween makeup. Fashion content creator Ananya Babu…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

Multiple events scheduled across Bengaluru today, including a national science conference, cultural programs, and religious observances

Various events are scheduled across Bengaluru today, including the inauguration of the 'Yoga and Ayurveda in Neuro Science' international…

DistrictBengaluru29 October 2026

KPSC to transition main exam question papers to online format

The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has decided to transition the main examination question papers for Gazetted Probationary…