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In a significant relief to apartment complexes and paying guest (PG) facilities, the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has revised its water tariff structure, reducing rates that were increased in April this year. The revision comes after strong opposition from
The Bharathinagar police on Saturday reopened a rowdy sheet against Jagadish alias Jaga in connection with the high-profile murder of Biklu Shiva alias Shivakumar in Bengaluru. Jagadish, who has a prior criminal record, was previously removed from the rowdy list in September 2023
Civic Authorities Launch Drive to Improve Public Spaces and Safety City authorities have issued strict instructions to improve cleanliness and infrastructure maintenance in and around the Majestic area, one of Bengaluru’s busiest transit hubs. During an inspection, civic offic
BengaluruDeputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday questioned the BJP’s apprehension regarding the use of ballot papers in Karnataka’s local body elections. Speaking to reporters at his Sadashivanagar residence, Shivakumar said, “The decision to use ballot papers in local bod
Bengaluru “The flaws in the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) have caused hardship to the public for nearly nine years,” said M.B. Patil, Minister for Heavy and Medium Industries, on Friday. Speaking to reporters at his residence in Sadashivanagar, Patil state
Bengaluru The Karnataka Cabinet has decided to drop 60 criminal cases filed during earlier political and public agitations, covering incidents from demonstrations over D.K. Shivakumar’s arrest to protests about reservations, Cauvery water release, and Ganesh Chaturthi processi
Commuters travelling towards Sirsi Circle on Friday morning faced long delays after a BMTC electric bus broke down near Binni Mill Junction, causing traffic congestion along the busy corridor. The incident occurred during peak office hours, adding to the woes of motorists and pub
The Bengaluru Traffic Police issued a precautionary advisory on Friday for commuters travelling through Sanjaynagar Cross. According to officials, there is a high risk of tree branches falling along the stretch from Sanjaynagar Cross towards the HQTC Gate. In the interest of publ
East Bengaluru Set for Infrastructure Upgrades Amid Monsoon Preparedness Ramesh D.S., Commissioner of the BBMP East Zone, carried out an inspection on Friday morning across key areas including Iblur Junction, Kaikondanahalli, Sarjapur Road, Wipro campus surroundings, and Sunny
Bengaluru police ensured peaceful Eid celebrations Ahead of Eid Milad celebrations on Friday, the Bengaluru City Police conducted proactive inspections across key areas in the South-East division to ensure smooth, safe, and peaceful festivities. Officers and staff teams carrie
BBMP aims to boost efficiency, accountability, and coordination for faster delivery of city services. Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Commissioner Rajendra Cholan chaired a review meeting at the central BBMP office this morning to discuss key civic issues and streaml
Bengaluru to Revolutionize Commute with Innovative Double-Decker Metro Corridors The Karnataka Cabinet has given its nod to the much-awaited Namma Metro Phase 3 project, approving a ₹9,700-crore double-decker viaduct that promises to reshape urban connectivity. According to
Bengaluru The BJP on Friday strongly criticised the Karnataka government’s decision to amend rules and use ballot papers instead of EVMs in the upcoming local body elections. In a statement, the party alleged that by reverting to ballot papers, the Congress-led government h
CH News Belagavi “Sexual minorities, despite facing humiliation and hardships, continue striving to lead dignified lives, and it is the responsibility of society to overcome prejudices, recognize their abilities, and treat them with respect,” said rights activist and Ondede
The Bengaluru North East Division police have registered cases against 23 house owners for renting their properties to foreign nationals without obtaining the mandatory documents. The action comes after it was found that several foreigners continued to reside in the city even aft
Priests Announce Early Closures, Special Rituals Ahead of Rare Celestial Event on Sunday Several temples in Bengaluru will alter their schedules on Sunday in view of the upcoming lunar eclipse. The rare celestial event, a full lunar eclipse, will occur between 9:57 p.m. on Sep
Metro Fare Row Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya has strongly criticized the Karnataka government over what he termed as the “steep and unjustified” hike in Namma Metro fares, arguing that Bengaluru commuters now pay the highest metro fares in the country. Addressing the med
Gang linked to 50-plus robberies exposed after daring heist, police probe interstate crime connections. In a dramatic breakthrough, the Madanayakanahalli police have arrested three men accused of staging a jewellery store heist using nothing more than a toy gun. The daring rob
