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Five men have been arrested in Bengaluru after a woman was allegedly raped at a party. She was invited to a belated birthday celebration by an acquaintance, Somashekhar, who then took her to his house with friends. After consuming a drink, she became drowsy and was allegedly assaulted by one of the men while semi-conscious. Police have identified and apprehended all five accused.

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Metro services on Bengaluru's Green Line faced a brief disruption Saturday afternoon when a woman jumped onto the tracks at Rajajinagar station. Alert train staff swiftly applied brakes, preventing any harm. The woman was safely rescued without injuries, and emergency systems were activated. Services resumed within minutes after the track was cleared, with only a minor delay reported.

Bengaluru witnessed two alarming road rage incidents, with viral videos capturing the altercations. In Indiranagar, a Mercedes-Benz owner's associate allegedly assaulted a biker, causing him to fall. Separately, in Suddaguntepalya, a cab driver reportedly attacked a car owner with a jack rod, damaging the vehicle. While one victim declined to file a complaint, the other incident is awaiting registration.

Bengaluru police have apprehended a woman in connection with an alleged daycare incident at Capgemini, Brookefield. Authorities state she was arrested for recording videos violating child rights and allegedly harassing toddlers. Further investigation revealed deleted footage and contradictory statements, leading to suspicions of staged events. She has been remanded to 14 days judicial custody.

Six people, including a driver, sustained minor injuries when a BMTC electric bus rear-ended another stationary electric bus at a KR Circle traffic signal in Bengaluru. The incident occurred Saturday morning, with passengers alleging the moving bus was speeding. All injured were taken to St Martha's Hospital. The collision caused traffic disruption, which was later cleared. Transport officials visited the injured.

Booth-level officers like Shruthi KC face immense pressure during electoral roll revision. Juggling door-to-door verification, technological glitches, administrative gaps, and political interference, these grassroots workers navigate complex challenges. Despite lacking essential materials and facing unanswered queries, their dedication ensures the integrity of voter lists, highlighting the demanding reality of their crucial role.

Shocking abuse of toddlers at a Capgemini campus daycare has surfaced, with videos allegedly showing children being locked in bathrooms and threatened. Police are questioning a former employee who reportedly filmed the incidents, while also investigating her potential involvement in past abuse. Two caregivers have been arrested, and authorities are scrutinizing the daycare's operations and safety compliance city-wide.