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DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper Train to Start Operations on November 1

The much-anticipated Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat Sleeper train is scheduled to begin on November 1, coinciding with Kannada Rajyotsava.…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru20 October 2026

DK Shivakumar performs Ayudha Pooja at residence in Sadashivanagar, addresses local body elections

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar participated in Ayudha Pooja at his residence in Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru, with his family. Following the…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Kannadathi Niki Prasad sets world record in T20 cricket against Zimbabwe

Kannadathi Niki Prasad, a promising female cricketer from India, set a rare world record in the second T20 match against Zimbabwe. She…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Goofy wins Fat Dogs of Bengaluru contest

Goofy emerged as the winner of the Fat Dogs of Bengaluru contest, which was held through an online poll. The competition is donating its…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

High-tech Metro Link to be established at Silk Board for Metro Commuters

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL) plans to establish the city's first 'Traveler' at the Central Silk Board junction. This system…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru20 October 2026

Ayudha Pooja and Vijayadashami celebrations see festive shopping rush in Bengaluru's KR Market

Preparations for Ayudha Pooja and Vijayadashami are complete across the state. Festive shopping has seen a rush of people at Bengaluru's KR…

PoliticsBengaluru20 October 2026

CM D.K. Shivakumar holds late-night meeting with ministers in Bengaluru

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar held a late-night meeting with ministers at the CM's official residence on Kumarapura Road in Bengaluru.…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Singer Sonu Nigam publicly apologizes for controversial remarks about Kannada language and people

Singer Sonu Nigam has publicly apologized for remarks that created controversy regarding the Kannada language and people. He stated, 'I have…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Former player Murali Karthik welcomes Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the national T20I team

Former player Murali Karthik welcomed the decision to include experienced fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the national T20I team. He stated…

PoliticsBengaluru20 October 2026

B.V. Vijayendra comments on Yatnal meeting, discusses sugarcane farmers' issues

Speaking in Bengaluru, B.V. Vijayendra reacted to the meeting between BJP ex-MLA Basanagouda Patil and Yatnal. He stated that both were…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru20 October 2026

Ayudha Pooja celebrations marked by rituals at Public TV office and temples in Bengaluru

Ayudha Pooja, celebrated on Navami, the ninth day of Dasara, was observed across the city. At the Public TV office, rituals were performed…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Sanjju Samson books two full theaters for Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' movie, invites Indian team players

Cricket star Sanju Samson booked two full theaters for the movie 'Jailer 2,' starring Rajinikanth. He shared that he is a big fan of…

PoliticsBengaluru20 October 2026

CM DK Shivakumar reveals details of 'sting operation' allegedly targeting him

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar spoke at Asianet Suvarna News Studio, revealing details about a 'sting operation' allegedly targeting him. He…

CrimeBengaluru20 October 2026

Allegations of sexual harassment against young woman by Rapido driver surface in Bengaluru

Allegations of sexual harassment against a young woman by a Rapido driver surfaced in Pulikesanagar, Bengaluru, three days ago. The young…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

High Court: Steering wheel is not a child's toy; public road cannot be a playground for irresponsible behavior

The Karnataka High Court granted permission to hear the case against a 51-year-old father from Mysuru in a rare instance. The case involves…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Fan walks over 1,000 km from Mumbai to Bengaluru to meet Hardik Pandya

A fan from Lucknow walked over 1,000 kilometers from Mumbai to Bengaluru to meet all-rounder Hardik Pandya at the BCCI 'Centre of…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru20 October 2026

Ayudha Pooja celebrations: Vehicle worship at Doddagannapathi and Sarcal Maramma temples

Ayudha Pooja celebrations are being held grandly across Bengaluru. Devotees offered special worship to vehicles at major temples and public…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

Advance booking for 'Ramayana' begins; ticket prices revealed

Advance booking for the highly anticipated film 'Ramayana,' starring Ranveer Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, Yash, and Ravi Dubey, began today (Oct…

Faith & festivalsBengaluru20 October 2026

Dr. Prameela Aghori on Aghora Path: 'The greatest fear is not God, but the ego'

Dr. Prameela Aghori, who recently returned to Bengaluru after completing 11 years of Aghora practice in Kashi, spoke to Prajavani. She…

DistrictBengaluru20 October 2026

1.3 lakh customers drop out of Gruhajyoti scheme; 1.2 lakh in BESCOM area refuse to provide documents

Approximately 1.3 lakh customers across the state have decided to exit the 'Gruhajyoti' scheme, which provides free electricity up to 200…