1. With both Vokkaligara Sangha and Veeerashaiva Mahasabha demanding that the old caste census be rejected and a fresh one be conducted, all eyes are on the government’s next move, considering it involves two politically powerful communities of Karnataka. Both communities have been contending that the previous one conducted in 2015 is flawed and has undercounted them. With Lok Sabha elections approaching, it is a tricky issue for the Congress government.
2. Bengaluru and other cities of Karnataka are witnessing festival rush in markets and bus stations, especially now that weekend is here. The government has issued an order stating that only green crackers can be sold and bought this Deepavali.
3. Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) is organising a programme to distribute best performance awards for depots and workshops for maintaining cleanliness. Minister for Transport and Muzrai Ramalinga Reddy will distribute prizes. BMTC Managing Director Satyavathy G. will preside over the event at Depot 11 in Yelahanka at 10.45 a.m.
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