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Supreme Court extends time till Aug 31 for holding Bengaluru civic body elections

The Supreme Court has granted an extension for Bengaluru civic body elections. The polls are now scheduled to be held by August 31. This decision follows a request from the Karnataka government citing manpower shortages. The court emphasized that no further extensions will be provided. The elections were due earlier…

The Economic Times · May 20

Encroachment menace in Bengaluru locality leaves pavements unusable for pedestrians

In the occasional instance, one comes across a pavement in Bengaluru, the brief sense of astonishment and joy is quickly dampened by the potted plants, dumped garbage, and construction material that occupy it.

Newslaundry · Sep 30, 2025

Virat Kohli's pub in Bengaluru gets civic body's notice

NEW DELHI: Cricket player Virat Kohli's pub, "One8 Commune," has received a notification from the civic organization Bengaluru Bruhat Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) regarding suspected fire safety infractions.

The Times of India · Dec 21, 2024

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Rainy days continue in Bengaluru as villas and roads get flooded

Cars and bikes were damaged in a residential complex’s basement, while roads were flooded in various other parts, as Bengaluru received heavy to moderate rainfall on Saturday and Sunday.

The Hindu · May 19, 2024

Over six tonnes of waste generated during RCB-CSK game in Bengaluru

The high-stakes game between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Saturday that attracted a massive crowd saw over six tonnes of waste generated outside the stadium.

The Hindu · May 19, 2024

30 households flooded twice in recent rain in Bengaluru struggle to return to normalcy

Residents of Gururaj Layout in Ranka Colony in Bilekahalli, whose houses were inundated twice in the recent rains, are still struggling to return to normalcy as the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike’s (BBMP) flood response team failed to arrive to pump the water out.

The Hindu · May 18, 2024

BBMP asks public to share details of dry branches and trees on verge of collapse

In view of dry branches and trees falling in the city, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has released contact numbers for the public to inform the civic body about trees and branches on the verge of collapse.

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

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Why do even short spells of rain bring Bengaluru’s trees tumbling down?

Following an extended period of drought lasting over five months, Bengaluru received first spell of rain on May 6. Intermittent showers have continued in the following days, resulting in inundation of several roads. What has been a matter of particular concern is the uprooting of trees and the breaking of branches,…

The Hindu · May 17, 2024

After rain, potholes resurface on Bengaluru roads

After Bengaluru received a spate of rains recently after a long dry spell, familiar rain-related problems like potholes are back. Over the last one week, people have been complaining about potholes on several key roads and bad stretches, making their journeys dangerous.

The Hindu · May 16, 2024

Karnataka High Court directs BBMP to allow opening of Mantri mall from today after management promises to pay ₹20 crore tax arrears

The High Court of Karnataka on Thursday directed the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) to open the lock of Mantri Square Mall from Friday morning, after the management of the mall gave an undertaking to the court that it would pay ₹20 crore on or before July 31 without prejudice…

The Hindu · May 16, 2024

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Dengue cases on the rise in Bengaluru, and more

The Hindu · May 16, 2024

How to fix walkability hurdles in Bengaluru?

Should a 77% increase in pedestrian deaths in Bengaluru city from 2021 to 2023 be surprising at all, when our footpaths are so notoriously un-walkable, edging out everyone to stray onto the dangerous roads? The data is alarming, but does it stir policy makers and civic agencies to rethink, redesign…

The Hindu · May 15, 2024

Bike borne teams deployed to clear trees and branches

BBMP introduces bike teams to clear tree falls in Bengaluru, aiming for speedy traffic recovery during monsoon.

The Hindu · May 11, 2024

Sensors installed to tackle flooding

BBMP installs water level sensors in Bengaluru to manage flooding, with color-coded indicators for danger levels.

The Hindu · May 10, 2024

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The Hindu · May 10, 2024

BBMP clears 84% of total pending bills for work completed under State grant

BBMP clears 84% of pending bills under Amrutha Nagarothana scheme, releasing ₹2,700 crore in 2023-24.

The Hindu · May 7, 2024

Over 240 incidents of tree, branch fall recorded in city

After the city received high-intensity rainfall on Monday after a prolonged dry spell, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike got complaints of fall of trees and branches in over 240 incidents. The BBMP also pumped out water from Okalipuram underpass.

The Hindu · May 3, 2024

BBMP to engage in maintenance of drains third week of every month

BBMP in Bengaluru to conduct monthly drain maintenance to prevent flooding during monsoon, starting after May 10.

The Hindu · May 3, 2024

Percolation wells, a logical solution to Bengaluru’s water riddle

United Way of Bengaluru (UWBe), a unit of the global United Way network, a privately-funded non-profit organisation founded 132 years ago, is pitching in to find a logical solution to Bengaluru’s water woes.

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The Hindu · Apr 28, 2024

Fire breaks out at land belonging to BBMP

Accidental fire in BBMP-owned wooded land near Sumanahalli Bridge in Bengaluru contained after nine-hour struggle by authorities.

The Hindu · Apr 18, 2024

Deafening silence over decimation of democracy in Bengaluru city’s administration

Imagine this scenario: Lok Sabha polls cancelled and an unelected and unconstitutional force is taking over the running of the country, or maybe extended President’s Rule is imposed on handpicked states without much explanation. Imagine the rage and outpourings from political parties, the intelligentsia, the courts and perhaps even from…

The Hindu · Apr 10, 2024

White-topping works in CBD to commence after April 26; many term it a strategic move

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) will only be commencing white-topping works in the Central Business District (CBD) areas, including the busy M.G. Road, after April 26, the first phase of voting in the state.

The Hindu · Apr 9, 2024

What is Bengaluru’s new property tax system that aims to fix leakage and rationalise the system

Under the new system, properties are categorized into six clear and unambiguous categories which are residential (self use & tenanted), commercial, industrial, star hotels, exempted and fully vacant lands.

The Hindu · Apr 8, 2024

Disappointment with Karnataka government over delay in revamping Indira Canteens

The Congress had promised to increase the number of canteens from 165 to 250. The government had also proposed to change the menu. In Bengaluru, although the BBMP has submitted the tender, the government is yet to give a nod.

The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024

Street vendors struggle with wilting wares, searing heat in Bengaluru

Bengaluru street vendors struggle with wilted produce and intense heat, impacting business and livelihoods.

The Hindu · Apr 7, 2024

Universities, RWAs plan unique programmes to promote voting in Bengaluru

Going beyond the usual registration drives, educational institutions and resident welfare associations (RWA) in Bengaluru have planned multiple events and programmes to fight urban apathy when it comes to voting ahead of the Lok Sabha elections on April 26.

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