Bengaluru

The Deepanjali Nagar–PES College stretch of NICE Road is set to open soon, improving connectivity to major Bengaluru highways.

MINARS data shows nearly 40% of Bengaluru’s lakes fell into Class E water quality between April and November 2025, with none fit for bathing.

A 64-year-old man was arrested by Anekal police under the POCSO Act for allegedly molesting minor girls at a government school.

D K Shivakumar said all Bengaluru road works will be completed by April-end, with ₹5,065 crore released for blacktopping and whitetopping.

Hemanth, 20, son of Basavaraj Bommai’s personal secretary, was found dead at his RMV Second Stage residence in Bengaluru. Police are investigating.

Bengaluru Cyber Crime Police have launched a manhunt for a man accused of uploading and selling nearly 3,000 CSEAM videos online.

Motor vehicle thefts in Bengaluru have risen from 4,270 in 2021 to 6,227 in 2025, with 14–16 two-wheelers stolen daily on average.

A Bengaluru techie built an AI-powered system that monitors his sleep posture and automatically switches his ceiling fan on or off.

Karnataka has formed a high-level panel to review bids for Bengaluru’s 17-km tunnel road project amid political criticism and scrutiny.

Dutch PM Dick Schoof praised Bengaluru’s AI-based traffic management, greenery and tech talent during his visit to the city.

Canara Bank to host Canara Utsav 2026 in Bengaluru, promoting women entrepreneurs and local artisans.

An 18-year-old youth has confessed to the murder of a Bengaluru techie in Ramamurthy Nagar, with police probing forensic evidence to strengthen the case.

Karnataka High Court directed GBA to issue fresh ID cards to street vendors, citing missing address and vending location details.

Transport employees will hold a ‘Bengaluru Chalo’ protest at Freedom Park, demanding written orders on arrears and wage revision.

Malleshwaram police booked a dermatologist for allegedly spreading misinformation about Nandini milk products through social media posts.

An FIR was registered against a PSI at Magadi Road Police Station in Bengaluru after a man alleged assault and threats inside the station.

Railway Ministry proposes Vande Bharat between Bengaluru and Goa via coastal route, with 13-hour journey and trial runs pending approval.

BMRCL has given in-principle approval to allow sealed liquor bottles on Namma Metro, with final rules likely to follow the Delhi model.

Chef-led Pizza No Cap opens in Bengaluru with a dough-first, fermentation-focused concept blending global flavours and local inspiration.

Passengers allege higher fares by authorised cab aggregators at Bengaluru airport, with some platforms charging up to 20% more.