Bengaluru

Congress is managing unrest over cabinet expansion. Congress general secretary in-charge of Karnataka, Randeep Singh Surjewala, met with senior disgruntled leaders in Bengaluru on Wednesday.

Three individuals were arrested in Bengaluru for a murder conspiracy, and six weapons were seized during the operation.

The Karnataka Transport Department seized 263 illegal bike taxis in Bengaluru during a special enforcement drive targeting the unauthorized commercial use of private two-wheelers.

A rehab centre owner and two employees in Bengaluru were booked for assaulting a youth.

A 46-year-old warehouse in-charge employed with a private firm in Bengaluru was cheated of ₹3.2 lakh by unidentified individuals posing as National Investigation Agency officials. The scammers used a fake arrest warrant to threaten him into parting with the money.

Aero India will be held in February 2027 in Bengaluru. Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has pledged full cooperation for the event. The first three days will focus on business visitors, with the general public invited on the final two days.

The Transport Department in Bengaluru is taking action against illegal bike taxi operations. The Karnataka App Based Workers Union has threatened a strike if such operations are not addressed.

The article highlights Bengaluru's semiconductor ecosystem gaining attention. It focuses on the city's role in semiconductor development and investment opportunities.

A professor in Bengaluru was rescued from confinement. The incident highlights a situation involving the individual's release from restricted conditions.

A domestic help in Bengaluru was duped of ₹8 lakh in a fake charity and bank deposit scam. The victim was targeted through fraudulent schemes involving charity and bank deposits.

KSRTC has launched a weekend package tour from Bengaluru to Jog Falls. The initiative aims to provide travelers with a convenient and affordable option to visit the popular destination.

Bengaluru is receiving 80,000 to one lakh tonnes less construction material daily, including jelly stones and M-Sand, due to a Tamil Nadu government order and a Tavarekere quarry mishap.

KSRTC will launch a non-AC sleeper service between Bengaluru and Kannur starting August 7. The route includes stops at Mysuru, Hunsur, Gonikoppal, Virajpet, Iritty, and Thalassery.

A user purchased 85 Amazon gift cards for employee rewards, but the redemption emails were sent to a quarantine folder. Despite IT intervention, 30+ gift cards were redeemed between the purchase date and distribution, leading to police involvement and identification of three suspects in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

Cocaine worth ₹58 lakh was seized in Bengaluru, with the drug peddler hiding it in chocolate boxes and using delivery riders for transportation.

A private firm employee in Bengaluru was arrested for secretly filming a woman. The incident highlights concerns related to privacy and surveillance.

Karnataka Cabinet expansion is expected on August 3. Muslim legislators in Bengaluru are competing intensely, creating tension ahead of upcoming elections for five corporations in the Greater Bengaluru Authority region.

Bengaluru faces civic challenges, and the effectiveness of clearance drives in providing long-term solutions remains uncertain.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister requested to defer a visit to Bengaluru, as stated by Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The meeting was postponed to discuss matters after the situation in Cauvery improves.

The Chief Minister emphasized that India's progress should align with Karnataka's, highlighting the state's growing global profile, particularly Bengaluru's role as India's gateway to the world.

Mob violence occurred at a factory in Bengaluru's Doddaballapur premises, resulting in 12 arrests related to an assault case.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Bengaluru has attached ₹3.70 crore in an online advertisement fraud case. The action is part of an investigation into alleged financial irregularities related to digital advertising.

Karnataka CM announced that property tax will be doubled for BDA or corporation sites left vacant for over five years. Bengaluru has initiated a large-scale debris clearance drive.

The Lokayukta reviewed garbage black spot clean-up in Bengaluru and expressed dissatisfaction over their continued existence despite repeated directions and meetings. Civic bodies have been given an August 15 deadline to address the issue.

UNSW Sydney has opened a new campus in Bengaluru. The Vice-Chancellor (V-C) emphasized a focus on industry-driven education and high employability for students.

A rowdy-sheeter with 24 pending cases was arrested in Bengaluru.

A man was booked in Bengaluru for blocking West of Chord Road near the Shivahalli Flyover on July 15 to celebrate his birthday. The incident occurred in the Vijayanagar area.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has requested Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay to postpone his visit to Bengaluru, stating the current atmosphere is not conducive. The request is linked to the ongoing Cauvery water dispute.

A Ugandan woman was arrested in Bengaluru in connection with a drug seizure near Varigapalle, Chittoor, involving 70 grams of synthetic drugs valued at ₹4 lakh. Police stated she previously faced drug trafficking charges in Bengaluru and remained in India after her visa expired.

Voters in Kodagu and Bengaluru reported not receiving voter enumeration forms despite claims of 100% distribution. The CEO dismissed these claims, stating no reports of denied forms and that all forms were distributed.

A student in Bengaluru involved in the Freedom Park protest was assaulted, with the FIR registered. The attackers reportedly questioned the victim about demanding PM Narendra Modi’s resignation before the assault.

A month after a daycare abuse case in Bengaluru, revised guidelines to monitor daycares have not yet been issued. The delay in implementing new regulations raises concerns about oversight in childcare facilities.

A government school teacher in Bengaluru suffered severe injuries after a tree fell, resulting in hospitalization.

Bengaluru's Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is planning to mandate GPS tracking for debris transport vehicles to prevent illegal dumping. The initiative aims to monitor and regulate waste disposal activities through technology.

A 10-year-old girl was killed in Bengaluru after being struck by a speeding car. The incident highlights concerns about road safety and vehicle speeds in the area.

The Cauvery Water Management Authority has upheld the order requiring Karnataka to release water to Tamil Nadu. Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakuamar convened an all-party meeting in Bengaluru to seek advice on the state's next steps.

An official was assaulted during an electoral roll revision at DJ Halli in Bengaluru on July 29. The incident occurred near Kousar Masjid around 1:30 p.m., and a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered.

Karnataka is preparing for a possible visit by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay. Deputy Chief Minister G. Parameshwara mentioned the visit could be on August 3, but the schedule remains unconfirmed.

The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) stated there is no drinking water shortage in Bengaluru. The declaration addresses concerns about potential water supply issues in the city.

Empty plot owners in Bengaluru are opposing a hefty penalty for uncleared garbage. The issue centers around penalties imposed for not clearing garbage from vacant plots.