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BENGALURU Bengaluru saw a heartwarming gesture on Sunday as the local humanitarian group, Humanity Is Religion, carried out a large blanket distribution drive. Over 1,000 blankets were handed out to homeless people and those living on the streets, bringing much-needed warmth d
Bengaluru Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday described former minister KN Rajanna as a close associate and recalled that he had appointed him as Apex Bank chairman during his tenure in the SM Krishna government. Responding to questions about Rajanna’s recent visit,
Traffic woes BENGALURU Traffic congestion at key junctions in Bengaluru continues to be a headache for both commuters and police, especially during peak hours, with some of the intersections witnessing cumulative queues extending more than 10 km. The city’s busiest traf
Rising ridership and fares lift collections sharply, yet heavy interest, depreciation and expenses continue to undermine the city’s metro financesBENGALURU Namma Metro has recorded a sharp rebound in its financial performance during 2024–25, with operating revenue rising to Rs
The weather may seem unpredictable on the surface, it follows the well-established physical principles of nature BENGALURU Bengaluru’s recent cold spell and dense fog have surprised residents, as such weather is typically associated with the northern plains of India. Howeve
HuliyaruStrong opposition has emerged from villagers in Huliyaru against the proposed construction of a solid waste disposal unit planned by the Huliyaru Town Panchayat near Melanahalli village in the hobli. The resistance came to the fore when Tahsildar M. Mamatha visited the pr
ChintamaniGrowing public discontent has been reported in Chintamani taluk, where residents allege that authorities are turning a blind eye to the continued practice of banned African catfish farming. The illegal activity is reportedly taking place unabated around Chinnasandra vil
A Ramanagara court sentenced a man to 12 years imprisonment in a decade-old POCSO sexual assault case. RamanagaraIn a significant judgment reinforcing accountability for crimes against children, the District Additional and Sessions Court in Ramanagara has sentenced a man to 12
Former MLA A. Manjunath highlighted sustained efforts and political challenges behind bringing the Hemavati irrigation project to Magadi. MagadiFormer MLA A. Manjunath has reiterated that significant and consistent efforts were made to bring the much-needed Hemavati Irrigation
Bengaluru In connection with the alleged misuse of funds from the Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached immovable properties worth ₹8.07 crore belonging to former minister B. Nagendra. Acting under provision
Bengaluru Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday firmly dismissed rumours about any power-sharing arrangement within the ruling Congress government, asserting that he was elected to serve a full five-year term. Speaking during a debate in the Legislative Assembly on i
Winter Session adjourned amid VB-G RAM G protests; Speaker reviews BJP privilege notice against Opposition MPs over alleged disruptions during parliamentary proceedings New Delhi The Winter Session of Parliament was adjourned sine die on Friday, concluding amid intense Oppo
Sharif Osman Hadi’s death in Singapore sparks violent protests across Bangladesh, targeting media, political residences, and prompting heightened security nationwide Dhaka Fresh violence broke out across Bangladesh early Friday after Sharif Osman Hadi, a prominent activist
Bengaluru With Christmas and New Year celebrations approaching, Bengaluru Uttara Nagar Corporation has issued strict safety instructions for all malls, pubs, five-star hotels, bars, and restaurants under its jurisdiction. Commissioner Pommala Sunil Kumar emphasized that fire a
Bengaluru railway exams previously excluded Kannada, unlike Hubballi and Mysuru, seen as unfair to local candidates BENGALURU Railway recruitment exams in Bengaluru will now allow candidates to write in Kannada, marking a major win for Kannadigas after a long-standing deman
Police will enforce proper parking, pick-up/drop-off, separate queuing areas, and clearly separated entry and exit routes with six-foot gates and proper stairways for the 32,000-capacity stadium BENGALURUBengaluru Police are preparing to issue detailed safety guidelines to the
The Commissioner urged local collaboration, suggesting ward representatives coordinate with officers for faster problem-solving and improved communication BengaluruThe Bangalore South City Corporation has proposed forming local level teams to address civic issues more effectiv
DoddaballapuraIn view of the general election to the Bashettihalli Town Panchayat and the by-election to fill vacant seats in the Doddaballapura Urban Local Body, prohibitory orders have been imposed in specified areas of Doddaballapura taluk. The order has been issued by Distric
