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SC order sparks renewed hopes of crackdown on commercial activities in residential layouts

While the corporations are awaiting official notice and see the development as an opportunity to increase revenue generation, citizens question how this will be different, as such violations are rampant in the city and the civic body has failed to enforce regulations

16 Apr 2026 8:42 pm
Domestic Workers Union calls for welfare board

A petition submitted to the Labour Minister included demands such as the creation of a welfare board,specificationof minimum wages,social security, job security, paid leave, and menstrual leave for the domestic workers in Karnataka

16 Apr 2026 8:20 pm
Soon, GBA to roll out online khata correction option

The initiative was designed to enable citizens to rectify errors in their khata details without procedural delays, making the system more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly

16 Apr 2026 8:04 pm
2.5-acre parking facility at Kempegowda Bus Station Terminal-1 in Bengaluru inaugurated

Dedicated parking has been allocated for buses of the North Western and Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporations, which will improve operational efficiency and reduce congestion within the terminal

16 Apr 2026 5:27 pm
Delimitation saga: Wards reduced to 225 ahead of BBMP polls

Repeated demands to publish digital interactive maps of the proposed wards and to allow objections to be filed online have fallen on deaf ears

16 Apr 2026 3:21 pm
Warning: Your satellite is about to be hit by debris in space

The year 2025 witnessed the highest number of launches since the beginning of the space age, adding to the congestion in space

16 Apr 2026 3:20 pm
Police bust drug network in Bengaluru, arrest 10 peddlers and seize narcotics worth 23.63 crore

Raids were carried out over the past few weeks by teams from Yelahanka New Town, DJ Halli, Banaswadi, Koramangala, Bommanahalli, and Pulakeshinagar police stations

16 Apr 2026 12:50 pm
This Bengaluru popup reimagines dates through food, culture, and community

With Khajoornama, Chef Taiyaba Ali blends regional Indian cuisines, craft, and immersive storytelling into a multi-sensory dining experience centred around the humble date

16 Apr 2026 6:24 am
Karnataka to unveil GIA 2.0 at Bridge to Bengaluru in New Delhi

This yeararound80 countrieswill be represented at the event to showcase the States ecosystem

15 Apr 2026 9:38 pm
Yana Caves, known for black rock formations, declared Geo-heritage Site of National Importance

The geo-heritagesite, as per the Department of Tourism, serves three purposes, namely, conservation,educationand tourism

15 Apr 2026 9:34 pm
Auto LPG shortage returns; drivers face long queues across Bengaluru

Drivers say the situation had improved slightly following recent protests, but has deteriorated again over the past two days

15 Apr 2026 7:55 pm
Illegal and arbitrary SIR faces statewide protests in Karnataka

The coalition demanded that the Karnataka government take a strong stand against the SIR, called on citizens to oppose the process

15 Apr 2026 7:45 pm
As Bengaluru sizzles, outdoor workers struggle with heat, water scarcity

At construction sites, women workers say the summer heat is cutting into their working hours and, in turn, their daily wages

15 Apr 2026 6:59 pm
A new exhibition asks whether design, like corals, can give back to the planet

IMAGINE: Coral Reef, Regenerative Design, a travelling exhibition being held at the Science Gallery Bengaluru, aims to both highlight the urgency of protecting our oceans and marine life and showcase innovative, design-led approaches to ecological responsibility.

15 Apr 2026 5:39 am
Karnataka begins linking PUC data with VAHAN after out-of-state fines

Commuters have welcomed the move, citing long-standing inconvenience

14 Apr 2026 8:52 pm
Bengalurus scorchingsummer heat in the last decade

The normal maximum temperature for Bengaluru during the months of March, April, and May are 33.4C, 34.1C, and 33.1C, respectively. However, in the last decade, on several occasions, above normal temperature has been recorded during these three months

14 Apr 2026 7:12 pm
Golden Jackal pup rescued near Bengaluru, given anti-biotics for neurological symptoms

The jackal was reported to be immobile at the time of the rescue. Upon clinical examination at the hospital, veterinarians observed neurological symptoms, including muscle twitching, tremors and temporal twitching

14 Apr 2026 4:22 pm
Questions about waste in property tax form baffle Bengaluru apartment owners

What is mostfrustratingis thatthe form seeksdaily waste generation figures across multiple categories wet, dry,sanitaryand special waste and alsohow much of it is processed. Residents say they do not keep track of this

14 Apr 2026 1:27 pm
Davanagere bypoll: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiahs political secretary Naseer Ahmed sacked

Although the party high command is believed to have asked Mr. Ahmed to step down voluntarily, he declined to do so

14 Apr 2026 11:24 am
Parched again: On Bengalurus drinking water woes

Bengaluru is treating water supply as infinitely expandable

14 Apr 2026 1:52 am
Dolorblind to showcase latest EP No Signal at Bengaluru event

Music producer and visual artist Dolorblind concludes his India tour in Bengaluru this week

13 Apr 2026 10:06 pm
National Census: Enumerators cite pending pay, area allotment issues

Several enumerators say they are being asked to take up Census work without pending dues being cleared, forcing many toonce againspendmoney from their own pockets

13 Apr 2026 9:38 pm
Two probationary RTO inspectors caught taking bribe by Lokayukta Police in Bengaluru

The accused have been identified as Kiran S.P. (37) and Dinesh Kumar D.K. (48), both probationary IMV Inspectors posted at Nelamangala RTO, along with a private individual, Ramesh (40), a lorry driver from Nelamangala taluk

13 Apr 2026 4:08 pm
Traffic police book 979 cases in week-long crackdown on drunk driving, speeding in Bengaluru

Officials said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to curb dangerous driving practices and enhance road safety in Bengaluru

13 Apr 2026 2:04 pm
Rapido enters food delivery business in Bengaluru with new app Ownly

The standalone app has a zero-commission and restaurant-first model. Founder Aravind Sanka tells us more about Ownly and how he hopes it will be beneficial for the restaurant and the customer

13 Apr 2026 1:11 pm
After 10 years on paper, Wind Tunnel Junction underpass work finally gains momentum

BTP has asked officials of the civic body to sign an undertaking stating that they will adhere to the deadline and reopen the stretch for traffic on the mutually agreed date

12 Apr 2026 8:14 pm
Asha Bhosles short foray into the Kannada film industry

Over her incredible eight-decade career, legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle had a brief stint with Sandalwood, singing three songs of different flavours

12 Apr 2026 8:04 pm
Peenya flyover load testing postponed, vehicle movement to continue as usual

To facilitate testing, authorities had proposed restricting all types of vehicular movement on the stretch from 5 a.m. on April 13 to 11 a.m. on April 17

12 Apr 2026 4:43 pm
Campaign demands immediate release of SIT report on Dharmasthala cases

The campaign also raised serious concerns regarding the lack of transparency in the investigation into over 70 cases

11 Apr 2026 11:32 pm
Bengaluru spends 100 crore daily, but where does the money go?, ask activists

This mismatch between rising public expenditure and continuous civic problems was highlighted by activists

11 Apr 2026 10:44 pm
Pressure on BLOs mounts amid flawed voter roll mapping in Karnataka

The BLOs havereportedly citeda lack of proper training, clear guidelines, andstandardisedprotocols, making it difficult to ensure comprehensive andaccuratemapping

11 Apr 2026 9:51 pm
Rolling the dice on loneliness: How Boardbuddies is redefining urban social wellness

A look at how board games are helping people climb out of an isolated lifestyle

11 Apr 2026 8:47 pm
Karnataka police to bring back over 3,000 orderlies to active duty

Orderlies for officers will be reduced by 50%, and in Bengaluru alone, around 1,239 personnel working as orderlies will return to field duties

11 Apr 2026 6:57 pm
Relief for Bengaluru commuters as Silk Board flyover set to open fully, but new bottleneck looms

The Bengaluru Traffic Police has revealed a likely bottleneck at Aravind Junction, and planned interventions such as increasing signal pass time and closing two left turns after the down ramp during peak hours.

11 Apr 2026 2:15 pm
Penciljam sessions in Bengaluru help hone artistic talent

This citizen arts initiative could give you a leg up whether you are a beginner wanting to better your technique or a hobbyist craving the company of like-minded souls

11 Apr 2026 12:41 pm
Beyond the marks: How II PU toppers overcame challenges

NOTE: Please give byline to intern -- Pratyusha Srivastav

11 Apr 2026 12:38 am
KHB invites bids for 80,000-seat stadium in Anekal amid push for larger venue

The project, estimated at 943.46 crore, will be executed on an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC Mode-1) turnkey basis through a two-bid system via the Karnataka Public Procurement Portal, the tender notification said.

10 Apr 2026 10:34 pm