The Times of India

As security lapses surface, many Bengaluru apartments push for mandatory police verification, though not all residents, especially women, are convinced about a one-size-fits-all remedy

A 19-year-old psychology student from Tamil Nadu has accused two men, including a friend, of gang-raping her after she was allegedly drugged at a party in north Bengaluru. The incident reportedly occurred around midnight on Saturday at a villa in Jakkur. The student stated she was disoriented and unable to resist the assault.

A pregnant woman in Bengaluru has accused her husband and in-laws of assault and prolonged cruelty, detailing a pattern of verbal and physical abuse that escalated during her pregnancies. The complaint, filed at the South Women Police Station, alleges infidelity accusations and forced displacement from their home, despite her advanced stage of pregnancy.

Bengaluru police report a significant drop in crimes like robbery, chain snatching, and vehicle theft, attributing the success to the integration of Artificial Intelligence. AI has drastically reduced response times by automatically tracing caller locations and dispatching the nearest patrol vehicles. Enhanced night patrolling and increased supervisory oversight also contributed to curbing criminal activities.

Strong demand for housing persists across India, fueled by industrial growth and improved connectivity, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities like Mangaluru and Mysuru experiencing a rise in apartment living. Bengaluru's tech ecosystem also contributes significantly to the market, while buyers increasingly prefer larger homes post-Covid.

An ambulance responding to a critical patient faced a 15-minute delay near Alliance University after grazing a car. The car driver, allegedly with students, blocked the emergency vehicle, leading to verbal abuse of the driver. Police intervened, registering a case and detaining two individuals. Motorists are legally obligated to yield to emergency vehicles.