Bengaluru

The proposed international flower market at Gandhi Krishi Vigyan Kendra (GKVK) has sparked a sharp debate — not just over environmental concerns

CM Siddaramaiah’s official car was flagged for seven traffic violations in 2024, mostly for seat belt breaches, with fines settled by traffic police.

The Karnataka State Hotels Association welcomed GST cuts on hotels and food items but urged the Centre to reduce the 18% rental tax burden on operators.

India Orange defeated India Red to lift the NTT DATA Women’s T20 Blind Cricket Trophy 2025 in Bengaluru, led by star batter Simu Das.

MRPL has won the Excellence in WASH award at FKCCI India CSR & Sustainability Awards 2025, recognising its CSR work in water, sanitation, and governance.

The Karnataka cabinet has approved the withdrawal of 60 criminal cases, including those linked to D K Shivakumar’s supporters, sparking BJP criticism.

Karnataka govt recommends ballot papers for all future local body polls, citing growing distrust in EVMs. Rules expected within 15 days.

In anticipation of the Eid-e-Milad celebrations on September 5, the Bengaluru Police have issued a complete ban on the sale of liquor in key areas to maintain law and order

Several Bengaluru college students were arrested after a ragging-related clash at Lal Bagh involving swords and machetes went viral.

Belthangady police raid YouTuber MD Sameer’s house in Bannerghatta after a derogatory AI-generated video on Dharmasthala temple appeared on his YouTube channel.

Bengaluru police arrest 30-year-old for trespassing, assaulting a tenant, and robbing ₹2,500 at a women’s PG in BTM Layout.

Karnataka clears ₹9,700-cr double-decker viaduct for Metro Phase 3. Work to start early 2025; completion now delayed to May 2031.

At a Bengaluru retirement home, a spelling bee is helping elderly residents stay mentally sharp, socially active, and resilient against dementia.

The South India Flower Association said the GKVK cut-flower market is not linked to KR Market’s relocation and denied claims of 900 trees being felled.

Bengaluru Traffic Police announced diversions for Eid-e-Milad-Un Nabi 2025, restricting vehicle movement on key roads and advising alternate routes.

Karnataka will launch the Greater Bengaluru Integrated Township at Bidadi, India’s first AI-powered city, creating jobs and easing Bengaluru’s traffic load.

A Bengaluru-bound Air India Express flight was cancelled in Vijayawada after an eagle hit the aircraft’s nose during taxiing, officials said.

On Teachers’ Day, Bengalureans recall witty, inspiring and quirky teachers whose humour and lessons shaped their lives beyond classrooms.

Karnataka HC orders restoration of 200 MBBS seats at JNMC Belagavi for 2025–26, ruling that NMC cannot deny admissions based solely on pending bribery FIR.

Karnataka launches online plan approval under BBMP’s ‘Nambike Nakshe’ scheme, sets 15-day pothole repair deadline, and announces new roads along stormwater drains.