In Mangaluru, Ram Prasad alias Pocha was arrested by Surathkal police for allegedly spreading false, communally sensitive messages about a local resident, Rajesh, on WhatsApp. The messages falsely accused Rajesh of religious conversions and other offenses, intending to incite communal hatred. Another accused, Lokesh Kodikere, already in custody for an unrelated case, will also face charges.

In Puttur, police arrested Raju for allegedly brandishing a sword. The incident occurred in Bolvar, Puttur Kasba village. Puttur Town Police responded to information about a man threatening the public. With public assistance, they apprehended Raju. He is a resident of Bantwal, originally from Hassan. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter further.

EaseMyTrip co-founder Prashant Pitti, frustrated by Bengaluru's persistent traffic congestion, has pledged 1 crore to identify data-driven solutions. Utilizing Google Maps data and satellite imagery, the project aims to map congestion zones and peak hours, providing actionable insights for traffic authorities.

Bengaluru's Regional Transport Authority has announced an increase in autorickshaw fares, effective August 1, 2025. The base fare will rise to Rs 36 for the initial 2km, with a subsequent per-kilometre charge of Rs 18. Auto drivers can charge 1.5 times the fare during late-night and early-morning hours, and they have 90 days to adjust their meters accordingly.

The Supreme Court upheld the life sentences of Shubha Shankarnarayan and her accomplices in the 2003 Bengaluru 'Ring Road Murder' case, where she orchestrated her fiance's murder with her boyfriend. The court granted the convicts eight weeks to file mercy petitions, acknowledging Shubha's mental confusion but emphasizing the gravity of her actions.

Bangalore residents can expect a mild and damp July 15, 2025, with temperatures ranging from 20.8C to 27C and an 89% chance of light showers. An umbrella is advisable as patchy rain is forecast throughout the day. The city is set for a week of continued rainfall, with Wednesday predicted to be the wettest day.

The Karnataka High Court has mandated the disclosure of a status report concerning the M Chinnaswamy Stadium stampede, rejecting the state government's request for a sealed cover. The court emphasized that the case does not involve national security or public interest concerns that would justify confidentiality.