Karnataka government elevated two IPS officers from the 1995 batch to the Director General of Police rank. Umesh Kumar, ADGP of KSRP, is now DGP (recruitment). Arun Chakravarthy J, ADGP of the Police Housing Corporation, also gets promoted. However, some senior officers, including ex-Bengaluru police commissioners, were not considered.

Chandra Mouli Nagamallaiah, a motel manager originally from Andhra Pradesh and a Bengaluru resident, was tragically beheaded in Dallas following an argument with a co-worker. The incident occurred at the motel where he worked, in front of his wife and son.

A tragic incident occurred in Karnataka's Hassan district. A tanker lorry crashed into a Ganpati immersion procession in Mosale Hosalli village. Nine people died, including villagers and engineering students. Over twenty individuals sustained injuries and are receiving medical care. Chief Minister Siddaramiah announced compensation for the victims' families. Former Chief Minister Kumaraswamy expressed grief.

Bengaluru is experiencing moderate rainfall on September 13, 2025, with temperatures ranging from 20.1C to 25.6C. The city's air quality is moderate, with a high chance of precipitation throughout the day. The forecast predicts continued rainfall in the coming days, which is expected to improve air quality, though residents are advised to take precautions due to damp conditions.