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CrimeBengaluru23 October 2026

Bihar migrant arrested for murdering wife, disposing of body in drain in Bengaluru

Bengaluru police arrested a Bihar migrant worker, identified as Mohammed Ifzaan (22), for allegedly murdering his wife, Ruksanah (25). The…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

BBMP to start new waste collection scheme in Bengaluru, collecting garbage until midnight

The BBMP has launched a new project to collect waste in Bengaluru until midnight. This special scheme will operate from 5 PM to 12 AM.…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

A small eatery in Bengaluru's Basaveshwaranagar serves super masala dosa despite lacking typical hotel setup

A small eatery in Basaveshwaranagar, Bengaluru, offers a unique experience. Despite lacking typical hotel setups like steel tables and…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Bengaluru University approves 3.5 Crore high-tech skywalk for students and staff

The University Syndicate has officially approved the construction of a high-tech skywalk at the Bengaluru University Central College campus.…

CrimeBengaluru23 October 2026

FIR filed against 10 people for serious assault on two individuals in Bengaluru

An FIR has been filed against 10 people for seriously assaulting two individuals in Bengaluru. The incident occurred when an unknown person…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Live worm found in protein bar bought from Amazon; resident consumed 6 bars

A resident of Bengaluru found a live worm in a protein bar purchased via an e-commerce website, causing concern. The worm was found in a…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

KR Puram–Silk Board Metro trial runs expected by October end

Trial runs for the KR Puram–Silk Board Metro are expected by the end of October.

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

GBA, BDA Master Plan proposes roads over Bengaluru's water bodies and lakes

Greater Bengaluru (GBA) and the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) have formulated a large-scale plan for constructing new roads to…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Health Minister warns private hospitals against withholding bodies over pending bills

Health Minister U.T. Khadar warned private hospitals that they should not withhold a body merely because of pending bills. During a meeting…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

ARTPARK among 5 organizations to receive Central grants

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics Technology Park (ARTPARK) has been selected as one of five focused research organizations…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Namma Metro Pink Line expected to resume commercial service in next 4-5 days

Bengaluru Urban Development Minister Krishna Biregounda stated that the state government has written to the central government for official…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Vande Bharat Sleeper Train to Connect Bengaluru and Mumbai Starts November 1

The highly anticipated 'Vande Bharat Sleeper Express' train service between Bengaluru and Mumbai will officially begin on November 1. This…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Court to decide on Pavitra Gowda's barrack change today

The 59th CCCH Court has reserved an order after hearing arguments regarding Pavitra Gowda's request for a barrack change in the Renukaswamy…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Metro services: K.R. Puram-Silk Board expected to open by July 2027; Pink Line progress update

Bengaluru Urban Development Minister Krishna Biregound stated that the Pink Line (Kalanagrahara to Tavarekere) is awaiting central…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

BBMP launches evening waste collection service in five wards of Bommanahalli

The Bengaluru South City Corporation has launched a new waste collection system in five wards of Bommanahalli. This system will collect…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Pink Line operational nod expected in 4-5 days; Blue Line to be operational by mid-2027

Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byre Gowda stated that operational approval for the 7.5-km elevated Pink Line section between Kalena…

CrimeBengaluru23 October 2026

NIA enters investigation into suspicious explosion case in Bengaluru

The investigation into the suspicious explosion at a construction site in Pulikesanagar, Bengaluru, has gained momentum. Preliminary…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Bengaluru's Air Quality Index Ranges from 54 to 83, Classified as 'Moderate'

The overall air quality in Bengaluru is recorded between 54 and 83, falling under the 'Moderate' category. Areas like Cubbon Park and…

DistrictBengaluru23 October 2026

Rain continues in Bengaluru; rain expected in multiple districts until October 24

Rainfall was reported in several key areas of Bengaluru, including K.R. Market, Richmond Town, Nanjappa Circle, and Girinagar, early this…

EducationBengaluru23 October 2026

Former ISRO Scientist Provides Free Education to 8000 Children in Bengaluru

Over the past 11 years, the Vaagdevī Vilāsa Educational Institution in Bengaluru has provided free education in the CBS curriculum to…