WPL 2027: Perry's Availability Boosts All Departments, Says RCB Head Coach Rangarajan
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Australias premier seam-bowling all-rounder Ellyse Perry's decision to make herself available for the upcoming Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 season has bolstered defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in every single department, said head coach Malolan Rangarajan. Perry, who missed RCB's title-winning 2026 campaign due to personal reasons, confirmed her availability in August this year. On the WPL 2027 retention deadline day. RCB opted to retain 13 players, comprising nine Indian and four overseas stars, while parting ways with Dayalan Hemalatha, Gautami Naik, Linsey Smith, and Grace Harris ahead of the player auction on October 28 in Kochi. The fifth edition of the WPL is scheduled to run from January 14 to February 7, 2027. RCB has retained 13 players and Ellyse Perry has made herself available to play for RCB in the upcoming WPL. RCB has decided to release four players, Hemalatha, Gautami, Linsey and Grace Harris. It's really important to appreciate the effort and commitment with which these players play for RCB. They played an integral part in us winning our second title and I want to take this opportunity to thank them again for all the effort they put in, said Rangarajan in a video posted by the franchise on Monday. Speaking about Ellyses return for the five-team tournament, Rangarajan felt it made the retention strategy easy for RCB, who have also retained captain Smriti Mandhana, Richa Ghosh, Shreyanka Patil, Lauren Bell, Nadine de Klerk, Radha Yadav, Prema Rawat, Arundhati Reddy, K Prathyoosha, Sayali Satghare, Pooja Vastrakar, and Georgia Voll. It was a long-drawn process, the whole retention process, where we had our coaches and Smriti was involved in it. Perry indicated that she'd be more than happy to come back and play for RCB sometime in August and post which we got together and we thought about how we could improve our squad. With Perry returning to our squad, it bolsters the team in all departments. She comes in as a batter and that got us thinking about how we could balance our squad and look for options in the auction, he said. Rangarajan expressed confidence in the retained core while underlining that past success will not breed complacency when the team approaches the auction table, where RCB has a purse of Rs 1.15 crore. We've had the benefit and privilege to be able to retain a major core of our squad, 13 players - 9 Indians and 4 Overseas players. This is obviously a winning combination, but it's important for us to realize and the players to realize that we expect and they're expected to come in with improvements in their performance. The intent with which we're going to approach this auction is to improve our team, he said. Closing with an acknowledgement of the franchise's loyal supporters, Rangarajan reiterated the side's commitment to delivering an entertaining brand of cricket in WPL 2027. The 12th Man Army has always been there for the team, always supported us through thick and thin. This is obviously a winning combination, but it's important for us to realize and the players to realize that we expect and they're expected to come in with improvements in their performance. The intent with which we're going to approach this auction is to improve our team, he said. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Major Breakthrough In Fake Drug Racket: Kingpin Arrested
Prashanth Rajan Babu, the alleged kingpin of an interstate counterfeit drug racket, has been arrested at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru after absconding to Azerbaijan. He is accused of leading a network that refilled cheap bulk drugs into new vials and relabelled them as premium imported brands, with a previous raid seizing fake medicines worth Rs 5 crore.
Interstate Counterfeit Drug Racket Kingpin Nabbed In Bengaluru
Prashanth Rajan Babu, the alleged kingpin of an interstate counterfeit drug racket, has been arrested at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru after absconding in Azerbaijan. He is accused of leading a network that refilled cheap drugs and relabelled them as premium brands, with drugs worth Rs 5 crore seized earlier.
Ktaka BJP demands Shivakumars apology over farmers concerns
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) Former MLA and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Kisan Morcha State President A.S. Patil Nadahalli on Monday accused the Karnataka government, including Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and ministers, of failing to take the drought situation seriously. He demanded that the Chief Minister apologise to the people for his alleged remarks about farmers during the special Assembly session. Addressing the media at the BJP state office, Jagannath Bhavan in Bengaluru, Nadahalli said the special session convened to discuss the drought was held merely as a formality. He alleged that neither the Chief Minister nor most legislators took the discussion seriously. He said the state was facing a severe drought, with monsoon crops affected by deficient rainfall and the situation likely to worsen without adequate post-monsoon rains. Nadahalli alleged that neither the Revenue Minister nor the Chief Minister provided clear guidance to farmers on measures to deal with the crisis. Only eight to ten MLAs, including Aland MLA B.R. Patil, spoke seriously about the drought. When farmers are facing severe distress, legislators did not participate in the discussion with the seriousness required, he said. Nadahalli stressed that legislators should have discussed the drought on a non-partisan basis, highlighting its varying impact across coastal Karnataka, Malnad, Mysuru-Karnataka and Kittur-Karnataka regions. He alleged that the government failed to discuss preventive measures suited to different regions. This years drought is different and severe. It is a hydrological drought. Earlier droughts were largely confined to agriculture. The legislators have failed to understand the seriousness of the current situation. Lakes have dried up, and groundwater levels have depleted, while water is being stored and used for livestock, he said. On the governments drought relief announcement, Nadahalli criticised the Rs 2,500 assistance announced for farmers. He said when the media asked whether Rs 2,500 was too little, the response was dismissive. They said rice had been provided. But Prime Minister Narendra Modi provided it. They said electricity was being supplied. Farmers are not using that electricity to sleep in air-conditioned rooms. Even electricity is not supplied on time. It is often supplied at 2 or 3 a.m., forcing farmers to go to their fields despite the risk to their lives, he remarked. Nadahalli alleged that the Chief Ministers speech during the session lacked concern for farmers and claimed Shivakumar spoke more about Bengaluru than rural distress. He also accused him of showing a stepmotherly attitude towards North Karnataka, alleging irrigation projects had stalled since Shivakumar became Water Resources Minister. On water resources, Nadahalli said the government should resolve pending legal issues related to land acquisition and alleged that water from the Krishna River could also be supplied to Kolar. He further alleged that Maharashtra was using water through projects on the Bhima and Krishna rivers, affecting Karnatakas share. He questioned the governments expenditure on Cabinet functioning while providing only Rs 2,500 to farmers. The government spends crores on the Cabinet, but gives farmers only Rs 2,500 as relief. When people are suffering, why should ministers and the Chief Minister use government cars? he asked. Nadahalli said the government should have passed a resolution to allocate 10 per cent of its revenue expenditure for farmers, which could have enabled compensation of Rs 50,000 to each affected farmer. He also referred to the Centres Kisan Samman scheme, noting that the central government provides Rs 10,000 annually to farmers. He recalled that during B.S. Yediyurappas tenure as Chief Minister, funds were released from the revenue account during floods, and assistance was provided for irrigation and horticultural crops. Nadahalli demanded that Chief Minister Shivakumar apologise to the people for what he described as derogatory remarks about farmers. BJP Kisan Morcha state general secretary H.C. Kalmurudappa, state vice-presidents Bharati Mallikarjun and Gurulinganagowda, and state secretary R. Rajesh were present.
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) The Karnataka government on Monday formally invited Abhinava Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji to inaugurate the historic Mysuru Dasara festival. Kannada and Culture Minister Shivaraj Tangadagi officially extended the invitation to the seer. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has appealed to people to be part of the Dasara celebrations and witness the cultural grandeur of the festival. In a post on X, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said it was a matter of pride for Kannadigas that the historic Mysuru Dasara, a symbol of culture, tradition and spiritual values, would be inaugurated in the divine presence of Abhinava Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji. The historic Mysuru Dasara being inaugurated in the divine presence of the revered seer, who is a symbol of culture, tradition and spiritual values, is a matter of pride for all Kannadigas, CM Shivakumar said in his post. Koppal MP Rajshekhar Hitnal, MLA Raghavendra Hitnal, Koppal District Congress president Mallikarjun Nagappa, Legislative Council member Basanagouda Badarli and Deputy Commissioner Suresh Itnal were present when the formal invitation was extended. CM Shivakumar also invited people to attend the historic Dasara celebrations and witness the cultural grandeur of the festival. Everyone should come without fail to the historic Dasara festival and witness its cultural grandeur, he said. It can be recalled that Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the 2026 Mysuru Dasara festival will be celebrated on a grand 11-day scale from October 11 to October 21, 2026. He ruled out scaling back the festivities despite drought conditions, emphasising its role in supporting tourism and local livelihoods. Scheduled for October 11, 2026, to be inaugurated by the seer Abhinava Gavisiddeshwara Mahaswamiji of Gavi Mutt. The grand procession will culminate on Vijayadashami, October 21, 2026, with the traditional floral tribute held between 4:10 p.m. and 4:35 p.m.. The state government plans to invite Chief Ministers from all southern states to enhance regional cultural participation.
RCB retain 13 players, release four ahead of WPL 2027 season
The defending champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, are gearing up for the 2027 Women's Premier League season. They have retained 13 players from their victorious squad while parting ways with four, including Grace Harris and Linsey Smith.
Bengaluru: 60-year-old man killed in suspected wild elephant attack
A 60-year-old man was killed in a suspected wild elephant attack near Kengeri in Bengaluru while on a morning walk. Forest officials launched a search after CCTV captured an elephant nearby. His family and locals protested, seeking compensation and action from authorities
Kiran Bedi calls for self-discipline, positive thinking for happiness
Bengaluru: Former IPS officer Dr Kiran Bedi emphasised self-discipline, personal responsibility and a positive approach to lifes challenges while speaking on the fundamentals of happiness at Indias first World Happiness Summit in Bengaluru. Addressing the gathering at New Horizon College of Engineering, Bedi said happiness should not be viewed simply as the result of achieving Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
WPL 2027: MI Let Go Of Kamalini, RCB Release Harris, DC Part Ways With Lee And Rana
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Two-time champions Mumbai Indians have surprisingly parted ways with promising wicketkeeper-batter G Kamalini, while titleholders Royal Challengers Bengaluru have released Australias power-hitting batting all-rounder Grace Harris ahead of the 2027 Womens Premier League (WPL) season. Two-time champions MI, who missed out on playoffs in WPL 2026, made significant changes to their setup by releasing six players in total, after appointing Luke Williams as their new head coach. Alongside Kamalini, who recently won the Asia Cup with India and got the Asian Games gold medal earlier this month in Japan, the franchise also opted to part ways with Australian quick Milly Illingworth, India left-arm spinner Saika Ishaque, as well as uncapped players Kranthi Reddy, Poonam Khemnar, and Triveni Vasistha. Defending champions RCB trimmed their roster by releasing four players. Apart from Harris, the franchise also parted ways with England left-arm spinner Linsey Smith, alongside domestic players Dayalan Hemalatha and Gautami Naik. With Ellyse Perry making herself available for WPL 2027, as per head coach Malolan Rangarajan, it could be a reason behind the two-time winners releasing Grace. Four-time runners-up Delhi Capitals have let go of South Africa opener Lizelle Lee, Australia leg-spinner Alana King, who came as a replacement for Annabel Sutherland, and experienced India off-spin bowling all-rounder Sneh Rana. Wicketkeeper-batter Taniyaa Bhatia, Pragati Singh, and Srujana Eddla were the other players released by DC. UP Warriorz, after consecutive bottom finishes in the WPL, have executed a massive overhaul of their core unit by parting ways with international stars Deandra Dottin, Chloe Tryon, and Amy Jones, as well as India leg-spinner Asha Sobhana, batters Shweta Sehrawat, and Kiran Navgire. Gujarat Giants have released experienced England batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge, young India pacer Titas Sadhu, whos been out of action due to a hand injury sustained in WPL 2026, Aayushi Soni, and Shivani Singh ahead of the new season. The five WPL franchises will assemble at the Grand Hyatt in Kochi on October 28 for the player auction to complete their respective squads, with 18 being the maximum number of players they can have. The fifth edition of the WPL will take place from January 14 to February 7, 2027, with venues yet to be announced. WPL 2027 releases list: Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Grace Harris, Linsey Smith, Gautami Naik, and Dayalan Hemalatha Mumbai Indians: G Kamalini, Saika Ishaque, Milly Illingworth, Kranthi Reddy, Poonam Khemnar, and Triveni Vasistha Delhi Capitals: Lizelle Lee, Alana King, Taniyaa Bhatia, Sneh Rana, Pragati Singh, and Eddla Srujana Mumbai Indians: G Kamalini, Saika Ishaque, Milly Illingworth, Kranthi Reddy, Poonam Khemnar, and Triveni Vasistha Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Gujarat Giants: Danni Wyatt-Hodge, Aayushi Soni, Titas Sadhu, and Shivani Singh Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru Airport: Rs 6.33 Crore Hydroponic Ganja Seized
Bengaluru Customs officials arrested two passengers from Bangkok at Kempegowda International Airport for smuggling hydroponic ganja worth Rs 6.33 crore. This incident is part of a series of recent seizures, including more ganja and gold, highlighting ongoing efforts against contraband.
27-year-old hacked to death in Bengaluru, six held
The incident is suspected to be the fallout of a quarrel that had taken place during a Ganesha idol procession a day earlier
HR Conclave 2026 at RGIPT Bengaluru Highlights Leadership, AI and Skills for the Future of Work
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 28: The Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT) Bengaluru Campus hosted HR Conclave 2026, bringing together leaders from industry, technology, human resources, entrepreneurship and academia to examine how artificial intelligence, automation and changing business models are reshaping the workplace and the capabilities young professionals will need to succeed.
SC disposes of Fortis' petition against IHH Healthcare unit
SC dismisses Fortis challenge to a court-ordered forensic audit tied to the IHH stake deal in Bengaluru
Arvind SmartSpaces adds new high-rise residential project in Bengaluru
Arvind SmartSpaces (ASL) said that the company has acquired a new residential high-rise project in Bengaluru with a top-line potential of Rs 470 crore.
Home sales increase by 3% annually during July-September
Home sales in the top seven cities have shown signs of recovery during the third quarter of 2026. Total sales increased by 3% compared to the same period last year, with approximately 100,220 units sold. Mumbai Metropolitan Region recorded the highest sales among these cities, followed by Bengaluru and Hyderabad. New housing supply rose by 18% year-on-year, with Mumbai again leading the numbers.
Key Witness to Testify in Renukaswamy Murder Case Amid Heightened Security
A key witness in the Renukaswamy murder case will testify in Bengalurus court under strict security measures due to threats received. Key Witness to Testify in Renukaswamy Murder Case Amid Heightened Security
Counterfeit Drug Racket Kingpin Arrested at Bengaluru Airport
The accused identified as Prashanth Rajan Babu (35), alleged to be the kingpin in the case and has been absconding since the case came to light was allegedly hiding in Azerbaijan
Fan murder case: Court rejects Darshan's plea to delay Pradosh's approver statement
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) Accused-turned-approver Pradosh was produced before the 59th City Civil and Sessions Court in Bengaluru on Monday amid tight security in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case. The court dismissed a memo petition filed by actor Darshan seeking to postpone the recording of Pradosh's statement as an approver. The plea was filed seeking a two-day postponement, with Darshan's counsel stating that they intended to approach the Supreme Court against the Karnataka High Court's decision dismissing Darshan's petition challenging Pradosh's status as an approver. Special Public Prosecutor Prasannakumar opposed the plea, arguing that the trial should proceed without further delay. He pointed out that the Supreme Court had directed that the trial be conducted expeditiously and that the accused and their counsel should cooperate with the fast-track proceedings. The defence submitted an 11-page memo before the 59th CCH Court, seeking the postponement of Pradosh's statement. The counsel argued that the accused had the right to approach the Supreme Court and sought time to file an appeal against the High Court order. The defence also submitted that other witnesses could be examined in the meantime and that Pradosh's statement could be recorded later. It argued that Pradosh was among the seven witnesses referred to by the High Court and that his statement could be recorded as the seventh witness. However, the prosecution opposed the request, stating that the summons had already been issued to Pradosh on September 24 after the arguments before the High Court had concluded. The prosecution argued that there were no new circumstances warranting a postponement. The 59th CCH Court Judge Sujatha Madivalappa Sambrani dismissed Darshan's memo petition. The court also emphasised the need for the trial proceedings to move forward. The trial court had fixed September 28 for recording Pradosh's statement as an approver. Darshan had earlier approached the Karnataka High Court seeking to prevent Pradosh from becoming an approver, but the High Court dismissed his plea. Meanwhile, Prasannakumar submitted that Pradosh should be allowed to remain inside the courtroom, citing security concerns. The court accepted the request and permitted Pradosh to sit inside the courtroom. Pradosh, who was initially named as an accused in the case, had sought to become an approver. His statement is expected to be recorded by the trial court as part of the proceedings in the Renukaswamy murder case. The court will record Pradosh's detailed statement over the next one to two days, with his account likely to shed light on what transpired on the day Kannada actor Darshan's fan Renukaswamy was allegedly murdered. The police have made elaborate security arrangements in and around the court premises in view of alleged threats to Pradosh from Darshan's fans. The Central DCP Zone has deputed one ACP, three police inspectors, eight sub-inspectors and more than 40 police personnel for his security. Pradosh, who is currently lodged at Bengaluru Central Prison, has been brought to the court under the escort of Kamakshipalya police, which registered and investigated the murder case, along with prison authorities. Pradosh was initially named accused number 14 in the case. He later submitted an 11-page application before the court seeking permission to turn approver and record his statement against the other accused. The court allowed his plea. Darshan's counsel had challenged the decision before the Karnataka High Court, but the petition was not entertained. As an approver, Pradosh is expected to give his account of the alleged murder and the events surrounding the death of Renukaswamy. His statement is likely to be recorded in detail by the trial court. The proceedings are being closely watched as Pradosh's statement as an approver could provide details about the circumstances surrounding the alleged murder of Renukaswamy and the events that followed. The Renukaswamy murder case concerns the alleged killing of 35-year-old Renukaswamy, a fan of Kannada actor Darshan, in Bengaluru in June 2024. According to the prosecution, Renukaswamy was allegedly abducted, assaulted and killed, with his body later being found in the Kamakshipalya area. Actor Darshan and several others were arrested in connection with the case and are facing trial. The prosecution has alleged that Renukaswamy was targeted after he sent some vulgar messages to Darshan's partner, Pavithra Gowda.
India's Q3 housing sales in top 7 cities rise 3 pc, new launches up 18 pc
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) India's housing sales across the top seven cities rose by 3 per cent yearonyear to approximately 1,00,220 units in Q3 2026, while total sales value increased about 2 per cent to roughly Rs. 1.55 lakh crore, a report said on Monday. The report from ANAROCK Group said new supply rose 18 per cent to about 1,14,320 units in Q3 2026, led by the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) with roughly 37,500 launches and Hyderabad with about 18,950 launches. Indias residential market regained momentum in Q3 2026 despite geopolitical uncertainty and global economic pressures. Housing sales picked up from a tepid Q2, driven by resilient end-user demand, though rising costs and uneven demand across markets continued to keep growth range bound. MMR recorded the highest sales of nearly 31,750 units, followed by Bengaluru with approximately 16,670 units. Collectively these two cities accounted for 48 per cent of the total sales across the top 7 cities in Q3 2026. Hyderabad saw the highest yearly jump in housing sales at 15 per cent, followed by Bengaluru with 12 per cent Y-o-Y rise, and MMR with a 5 per cent gain. All other top cities individually recorded a dip in sales on an annual basis, said Anuj Puri, Chairman - ANAROCK Group. Most cities saw new supply decline annually, but Hyderabad, MMR and Bengaluru saw new supply increase - by 120 per cent, 27 per cent and 17 per cent, respectively. Units priced between Rs 80 lakh to Rs 1.5 crore comprised the highest new supply share of 34 per cent, followed by the Rs 1.5 crore Rs 2.5 crore budget segment with a 24 per cent share. Units priced between Rs 40 80 lakh comprised 17 per cent share of the total new supply during the quarter, while the sub-Rs 40 lakh category stood at 14 per cent share. Available housing inventory rose 12 per cent annually in the top 7 cities to over 6,30,590 units by the end of Q3 2026. Average residential prices in top cities collectively rose 7 per cent YoY in Q3 2026 and NCR saw the highest 12 per cent annual growth, followed by Bengaluru with an 8 per cent yearly rise. While buyers will likely stay selective due to higher prices and increasing affordability concerns, the combination of festive sentiment, stable borrowing costs and a healthy new launch pipeline should support sales, Puri added.
SC To hear review plea on ISKCON temple ownership case
The Supreme Court has agreed to list a review plea concerning its May 2025 verdict on the ownership of the Hare Krishna temple in Bengaluru. The original verdict had ruled in favour of ISKCON Bangalore, but a subsequent split verdict by a review bench led to the matter being referred to the Chief Justice for further directions. The legal battle involves ISKCON Bangalore and ISKCON Mumbai over control of the temple and educational complex.
SRIT India Limited IPO Opens on September 28, 2026
Left To Right: Mr. Anuj Killa; Choice Capital Advisors Pvt. Ltd.; Dr. Nambiar Raghavan Madhusoodan, SRIT India Limited. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 28: SRIT India Limited, a Bengaluru-headquartered Information Technology
Lalit Keshre, co-founder and CEO of Bengaluru-based Groww, was raised in a farming family in Lepa, Madhya Pradesh and studied in the only English-medium school in his district before cracking IIT Bombay. He earned a dual degree in Electrical Engineering in 2004 and later worked at Flipkart before founding Groww in 2016. Today, Groww offers multiple financial products, while Forbes puts Keshres net worth at $1.1 billion.
ISKCON vs ISKCON: SC Agrees To List Review Plea for Hearing on Bengaluru Temple
The CJI said the review plea along with other interim pleas will be listed for hearing before a bench a week after October 5. Earlier, the CJI had agreed to consider setting up a fresh bench to hear the plea seeking review of its May 16, 2025, verdict
Sanjay Raut alleges Rs 900 crore land scam in Konkan, trains guns at Maha ministers
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) The Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Monday launched a scathing attack on the Maharashtra government, alleging a massive Rs 900 crore illegal land scam in the Konkan region. Addressing a press conference here, Raut claimed that prime agricultural and forest land in the Sindhudurg district has been illegally transferred to wealthy non-agricultural investors from Bengaluru, Delhi, and Hyderabad in violation of land protection laws. Raut alleged that fertile agricultural land across the Vengurla, Sawantwadi, and Dodamarg talukas of Sindhudurg district has been systematically transferred to non-farmers. Under Maharashtra's Prevention of Fragmentation and Consolidation of Holdings Act (Tukde Bandi Act), selling fragmented agricultural land to non-agriculturalists without statutory permissions is prohibited. Raut implicated cabinet ministers and local MLAs representing the Konkan region, accusing them of partnering with outsiders and acting as real estate brokers. A prominent 'Hindutva' cabinet minister from Konkan is acting as an estate agent to hand over local farmers' land to non-locals, he charged, demanding to know the exact commission earned from the deals. He, however, did not mention any names of either the Cabinet Minister or local MLAs. Beyond the Rs 900 crore recorded on paper, substantial unregistered black money changed hands, he alleged, adding that illegal deforestation is underway across the acquired plots while buyers have already seized physical possession. Raut highlighted that Nationalist Congress Party (SP) leader Jayant Patil had previously raised the issue, yet the transactions continued unabated. He accused the state Revenue Department of conducting a sham investigation over the past three years without taking enforcement action. Issuing a direct challenge to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Raut demanded the immediate publication of all land transfer records in Sindhudurg. He urged the government to disclose the names of all buyers, the key facilitators behind the deals, and the ministers or MLAs driving the operations. Raut announced plans to lead a delegation of local Shiv Sena (UBT) workers to inspect the disputed sites in Sindhudurg and expose the extent of the environmental and legal violations on the ground.
In a striking video, a woman captured the chaos of severe traffic congestion in her Bengaluru neighborhood during peak afternoon hours. Residents found themselves trapped in long lines, struggling to exit the complex amidst the buildup. This incident has sparked discussions on social media, with many echoing their shared experiences of Bengaluru's notorious traffic challenges.
Wild Elephant Kills Elderly Man During Morning Walk in Bengaluru
The victim, identified as Nagaraj, was walking with his daughter at around 5.30 am when the elephant approached them and attacked him.
Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in elephant attack; forest department launches search
Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in elephant attack; forest department launches search Bengaluru: A 60-year-old man was killed in a suspected wild elephant attack near Anchepalya, off Mysuru Road in Bengaluru, on Monday. The deceased has been identified as Nagaraj, a resident of Anchepalya. The incident occurred around 5.30 a.m. when Nagaraj had reportedly stepped out [] The post Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in elephant attack; forest department launches search appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
BMTC to install ADAS technology in 50 buses in Bengaluru to improve safety, prevent accidents
According to officials, the proposed system is aimed at improving passenger and road safety by monitoring driver alertness and behaviour, and providing real-time warnings for various safety risks
Prashanth Ranjan babu held at KIAL after arrival from Azerbaijan
Bengaluru: Suspected key accused Prashanth Ranjan Babu has been arrested at Kempegowda International Airport after returning from Azerbaijan in connection with the alleged spurious medicine racket linked to a farmhouse in Dodderi, Ramanagara. Prashanth arrived at the Bengaluru airport early Monday and was taken into custody at the arrival gate after officials found him listed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Arvind SmartSpaces launches its 11th high-rise project in Bengaluru
Arvind SmartSpaces announced its newest acquisition of a residential high-rise project on Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru. The project, acquired on a joint development basis, has a total estimated saleable area of ~3.6 lakh sq. ft. and a top-line potential of Rs. 470 crore, including the partner's share. This addition is an extension of its existing project Arvind Sylva located in Sarjapur Road in Bengaluru.
Mastermind Behind Counterfeit Medicine Ring Nabbed In Bengaluru
Police in Bengaluru have arrested Prashanth Rajan Babu, the alleged kingpin of an interstate counterfeit drug racket, at Kempegowda International Airport. Babu, who had been absconding in Azerbaijan, is accused of leading a network that manufactured and distributed fake medicines worth nearly Rs 5 crore.
Housing sales rise 3% to over 1 lakh units across top seven cities in Q3: Anarock
Housing sales in India's major cities rose by 3 percent during the July to September quarter of 2026. Overall sales in value terms increased by 2 percent compared to the previous year. Notably, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Bengaluru showed significant growth in sales. However, declines were observed in Delhi-NCR, Pune, Chennai, and Kolkata during the same period.
BDA commissioner P Manivannan gets second Army commendation
A tech professional in Madurai is weighing a Rs 57 lakh fully remote job against a Rs 68 lakh Bengaluru offer. The new role offers a Staff Software Engineer position, public-company RSUs and higher monthly in-hand pay, but requires two office days weekly. He is considering a 20-hour weekly overnight train commute instead of relocating. Leaving his current startup could also mean spending Rs 17 lakh to exercise vested private options.
Major Arrest in Bengalurus Fake Drug Case as Key Suspect Detained at Airport
A key suspect in Bengalurus fake drug case has been arrested at the airport, revealing a network supplying counterfeit medicines. Major Arrest in Bengalurus Fake Drug Case as Key Suspect Detained at Airport
ANSCER Robotics Advances Global Expansion with U.S. Conditional Approval
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], September 28: ANSCER Robotics, an Indian developer and manufacturer of autonomous mobile robots, has received Conditional Approval for its autonomous robotic platforms under the U.S. framework for foreign-produced advanced robotic devices. The milestone supports the company's ambition to take Indian robotics engineering into global industrial markets.
Housing sales in top 7 cities up 3% in Jul-Sep at 100,000 units: Anarock
Housing sales in India's seven major cities rose 3 per cent annually to over 1 lakh units during July-September on better demand in Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, according to Anarock. In value terms, Anarock said that the total sales rose by 2 per cent to Rs 1.55 lakh crore during July-September from Rs 1.52 lakh crore in the corresponding period of the preceding year. Last week, real estate data analytics firm PropEquity pointed out that the total sales fell 6 per cent to 1.03 lakh units during the September quarter. On Monday, real estate consultant Anarock released its data for the primary housing market for the July-September quarter, stating that the average residential property price across the top seven cities collectively witnessed annual growth of 7 per cent. Sales of residential properties stood at 1,00,220 units during July-September this year, up from 97,080 in the year-ago period. Sales rose in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Bengaluru and ...
Bengaluru: Elderly man killed in suspected elephant attack near Mysuru Road
The victim, identified asNagaraju, was 60 years oldand a resident of Anchepalya near Mysuru Road.The incident reportedly happened around 5 am on Mondayin Doddabelevillage
Office space leasing rises 9 per cent to 18.7 mn sq ft in Jul-Sep across top 7 cities: Colliers
Gross office leasing across seven major cities in India increased by 9 per cent in the third quarter. Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR experienced significant growth, with leasing rising to 5.2 million and 3.3 million square feet, respectively. Hyderabad saw a notable increase in leasing activity, reaching 2.2 million square feet, while Kolkata's numbers surged four-fold to 0.4 million square feet.
Anand Mahindra highlighted the Jumadi Islands near Udupi, Karnataka, after Siddharth Dialani of BharatAgri shared his experience of staying on an entire island through a homestay for Rs 5,000 a night. Mahindra reflected on the appeal of solitude despite living in a connected world, calling an island all to oneself a potential ultimate luxury in a country of 1.4 billion people.
Indias organized retail market gets bigger, more experience-led
India's organized retail real estate is seeing substantial changes as it moves towards a more mature phase. The market is experiencing an increase in demand for experience-oriented categories and larger malls. Bengaluru is currently the largest organized retail market among major cities in India. Upcoming supply of shopping malls is expected to reach 40.4 million square feet by 2030.
Fake drug case: Prashanth Ranjan Babu arrested at B'luru airport
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the fake drug manufacturing case arrested prime accused Prashanth Ranjan Babu at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru on Monday, after he returned to India from Azerbaijan. According to police, Prashanth had allegedly fled to Azerbaijan following the exposure of the fake medicine network and was traced there by the investigating team. Following pressure from the SIT, he returned to India and was taken into custody upon his arrival at the airport early Monday. The SIT will produce him before the jurisdictional court later in the day and is expected to seek his custody for further questioning. The investigators are probing the extent of the fake medicine network, the locations where the alleged manufacturing and distribution activities were carried out, and how long the racket had been operating. The questioning of Prashanth is expected to provide further details about the network and the involvement of others in the alleged fake drug manufacturing and distribution racket. It can be noted that a major fake medicine scam centred around Bengaluru involved the seizure of counterfeit, expired, and relabeled life-saving, ICU, and cancer drugs valued at over Rs 5 crore. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) arrested a local pharmacy owner and found that the illicit network supplied compromised drugs to over 90 hospitals and clinics. Later, SIT conducted raids which expanded across multiple locations in Karnataka, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra. The Karnataka Food Safety and Drug Administration (FDA) has cancelled 16 drug licenses and suspended eight others belonging to retailers, wholesalers, and distributors tied to the scam. Among the suspended licences was the Pfizer C&F (Carrying and Forwarding) Depot. Karnataka Health Minister U.T. Khader stated that the agency failed to cooperate with investigators or provide the reference standards needed to lab-test the chemical components of the seized fake medications. As counterfeit cancer and critical care drugs were distributed, the Health Department is actively trying to track down affected patients to evaluate their health status. The Health Department has strongly urged the public to check labels carefully for suspicious packaging and report any non-scanning QR codes directly to Drug Enforcement authorities. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) and the Drugs Control Department arrested the pharmacy owner, Veeresh Kumar Jain of Krupa Healthcare in Bengaluru and seized spurious medicines worth over Rs 5 crore.
India office leasing rises 7 pc to 54.4 million sq ft in Jan-Sep: Report
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 28 (IANS) Office space leasing across India's top seven markets rose 7 per cent year-on-year to 54.4 million square feet in the first nine months of 2026 because of sustained occupier expansion, demand from global capability centres and growing uptake by flexible workspace operators, a report showed on Monday. According to a report by property consultant Colliers, Grade A office demand in the third quarter reached 18.7 million sq ft, a record high for a third quarter in recent years and 7 per cent higher than the previous quarter. The demand was also up 9 per cent from a year earlier, it added. City-wise, Bengaluru led leasing activity during January-September with 15.7 million sq ft, accounting for 29 per cent of total demand, while Hyderabad followed with 9.4 million sq ft, up 47 per cent year-on-year. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR recorded 8.3 million sq ft of leasing during the period. Mumbai, Pune and Chennai saw demand of 7.1 million sq ft, 6.9 million sq ft and 6 million sq ft, respectively. Moreover, five of the seven markets recorded annual growth in leasing during the nine-month period, according to the report. The report further noted that annual office transactions across the major markets could reach 75-80 million sq ft in 2026. With cumulative Grade A space uptake already at 54.4 million sq ft, and demand prospects looking strong in the final quarter, we are well poised for a stronger 2026, said Arpit Mehrotra, managing director, office services, Colliers India. In addition, flex space leasing continued to gain momentum, rising 37 per cent year-on-year to 12.6 million sq ft in the first nine months. Apart from that, conventional leasing was largely unchanged at 41.8 million sq ft. Technology companies accounted for nearly 16 million sq ft, followed by banking, financial services and insurance firms and engineering and manufacturing companies. Meanwhile, new office supply rose marginally to 41.7 million sq ft in January-September. However, overall vacancy stood at around 16 per cent at the end of the third quarter, Colliers said.
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Anushman Jha: I make movies to connect, my attempt has never been transactional
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 28 (IANS) Actors Soni Razdan and Raghubir Yadavs Om Ka Hari is to have its special screenings for over 50 Army centres in India. The films producer Anshuman Jha calls it the old-school way of connecting with audiences and added further that he makes movies to connect. Anshuman will travel across 15 cities from Monday onwards, including Delhi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Agra, Jaipur, Bengaluru and Patna to host special screenings. Anshuman said in a statement: This is the old-school way of connecting with audiences, not just selling a film to them. I make movies to connect, and my attempt has never been transactional; it has always been emotional. So I am willing to keep working harder and going further to reach my audience. Charlie Chaplin used to take his films from city to city. I want to do that with Om Ka Hari. I want to sit with audiences, watch the film with them, hear what they feel, and have conversations with them. He said that the love for Om Ka Hari is real, and he wants to keep walking that extra mile to take the film to more people and, hopefully, spread the message at its heart: express your love to your parents while you still have the chance. With 25 cinemas retaining the film into Week 2 and 50+ Army Centre screenings lined up across India, Om Ka Hari is now entering its second week with continued word-of-mouth momentum. The Army Centre screenings are expected to bring the film to thousands of viewers nationwide, with over 50 centres hosting screenings. Om Ka Hari explores the complexities of the father-son relationship through comedy, drama and the things families often struggle to say to one another. Directed by Harish Vyas, Om Ka Hari stars Anshuman Jha and Raghubir Yadav in the titular roles of Om and Hari. The film follows a stubborn father and his independent-minded son, whose relationship is shaped by generational differences, disagreements and deeply held expectations. When Hari believes he has only a few days left to live, he decides to make a journey to Varanasi, with Om accompanying him. What begins as a journey marked by conflict gradually becomes an opportunity for the two to confront the love, hurt and things left unsaid between them.
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Bengaluru: A proposed increase in the price of KMF Nandini milk has triggered a fresh debate in Karnataka, with milk unions pressing for a Rs 10 per litre hike and the government examining procurement prices, production costs and rates prevailing in neighbouring states. The issue was taken up after representatives of milk unions met Chief Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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Korogi Sports Park: India captain Shreyas Iyer has stated that persistent weather disruptions and restricted training will not be used as an excuse by his team, adding that mental readiness and on-field action remain their sole focus ahead of the Asian Games quarter-final against Afghanistan, to be played at the Korogi Sports Park on Monday. Heavy rain is forecast in Nisshin when India open their mens T20 event campaign, which has raised the possibility of the game being washed out. Should adverse weather intervene, India will advance to the semi-finals owing to their higher ICC T20I ranking. The threat of a washout is significant, with the venue having already seen its last two scheduled games being abandoned on Friday. The situation mirrors the 2023 Asian Games final between India and Afghanistan, which was also called off due to persistent rain, resulting in India securing the gold medal by virtue of their superior ranking. Yes, rain is there, but that is the reason we can't give up because we have decided that we are a bunch of professionals and all these hurdles will keep coming. We have to be prepared mentally irrespective of whatever the situation is going to be. So a decent warm up or a little knocking practice we got today and tomorrow we will try to adapt to the wicket. We will see how the weather is here tomorrow, but that is secondary. The primary importance is to come and play the match, Shreyas told reporters in a press conference on Sunday. Afghanistan, who are yet to register a T20I victory over India after coming agonisingly close in a dramatic double Super-Over clash in Bengaluru in 2024 and suffered a 3-0 series defeat to them in New Delhi, face a tough task against both the natural elements and historical precedence. Iyer insisted that the squad will not let weather uncertainties dictate their approach or preparation. See, today when we woke up, we thought that we would be getting a little bit of practice sessions and knew that we would be playing on turf. But as soon as we arrived, the rain started again. It is not just normal rain, it's torrential downpour. So I feel we were able to maximize a little bit in terms of our warm-up and just to breathe fresh air around the stadium, and get the feel of it. Also on the turf, even though it was pouring a little bit, we tried to get some knocking, and the bowlers made some strides in the background in the outfield, and they bowled for a couple of hours. So we are trying to maximise the best we could, he explained. It is not just normal rain, it's torrential downpour. So I feel we were able to maximize a little bit in terms of our warm-up and just to breathe fresh air around the stadium, and get the feel of it. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories At the same time, I feel that you put your reasons beside and try to maximise everything that is around you in this beautiful country, Japan, and I feel everything eventually falls in the right place, he concluded. Article Source: IANS
Even societies have traffic jams now: Bengaluru womans video leaves internet stunned
