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Majority of stalled BBMP works may finally resume in November

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), after a long hiatus, will likely resume majority of the civic works from November. All works in Bengaluru had come to a grinding halt after the new Congress government assumed charge, which is a usual exercise for any new government in the State as it reviews the works…

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Top news developments in Karnataka on October 3, 2023

Here are the key news stories to watch out for from Karnataka and Bengaluru on October 3, 2023

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Namma Metro services disrupted on green line after RRV gets jammed at Rajajinagar

Tech snag at Rajajinagar Metro station disrupts Green line services in Bengaluru. BMRCL running single line ops b/w Yeshwanthpur-Mantri Square-Sampige Rd. BMTC running extra buses b/w Yeshwanthpur-Majestic. Purple line & Nagasandra-Yeshwanthpur-Mantri Square-Sampige Rd-Silk Institute running as usual. No update from BMRCL on when ops will resume.

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High Court dismisses PIL petition on ‘Siddapura Lotus Pond’ land row

Karnataka HC dismisses PIL alleging illegal allotment of land from 'Siddapura Lotus Pond' in Bengaluru. Records show pond exists only on survey no. 8, making contention of petitioner insignificant. BBMP asked to examine laws applicable to buffer zone while considering application for plan sanction. #Karnataka #Bengaluru #PIL #Siddapura #LotusPond #IllegalAllotment…

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Govt. to hold meeting with carpooling aggregators today

Karnataka govt to hold meeting with carpooling aggregators; no ban on carpooling in Bengaluru. Transport Minister Reddy clarifies carpooling apps need license & yellow-board vehicles to operate. MP Surya urges govt to take back ban, says it encourages congestion.

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Congress will hold convention to induct dissatisfied JD(S) leaders: Zameer

Dissatisfied over the BJP-Janata Dal (Secular) ties, hundreds of minority leaders with secular mindset from the JD(S) in Ramanagara, Channapatna, Hassan, Mandya, and other districts are in touch and they will be inducted into the Congress in the mega convention to be held at Palace Grounds in Bengaluru, claimed Housing…

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Passenger attempts to open emergency exit door of flight, arrested

Police arrested a private firm employee, Swapnil Holey, for attempting to open the emergency exit of a Bengaluru-bound flight from Nagpur. Passengers alerted the cabin crew, who detained him and handed him over to security personnel. He was released on bail after being charged with endangering life or personal safety…

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Karnataka Today newsletter: Bengaluru Civil Society groups demand repeal of order limiting protests to Freedom Park

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Civil Society groups demand repeal of order limiting protests to Freedom Park

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, members of Janandolana which is a coalition of progressive and democratic groups and individuals, came together to demand that the right to protest be protected and the unreasonable restrictions imposed be withdrawn.

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Passenger arrested for trying to open emergency exit door onboard Nagpur-Bengaluru flight

According to police, the passenger was seated next to the emergency exit door of the aircraft. Before takeoff, while the crew members were briefing passengers, the man allegedly attempted to open the door.

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Watch | Why is the Hakki Pikki tribal community unhappy with the land given to them?

The Hindu visited a Hakki Pikki settlement of around 270 families at Bannerghatta National Park near Bengaluru

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Making khadi cool for the young

PM Modi urges students to promote khadi as fashion statement. Stores in Bengaluru lack awareness, variety of designs, and affordability. Khadi Board and NIFT Bengaluru initiated training programme, fashion show, exhibition-cum-sale, and competitions to familiarise students with khadi. Aesthetic improvements to khadi to reduce carbon footprint and provide confidence. #…

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Some trains cancelled, others diverted this month

SCR cancels/diverts trains due to maintenance work: Train No 17329/17330 SSS Hubballi-Vijayawada Daily Express cancelled Oct 2-8/3-9; Train No 12835/12889 Hatia-SMVT Bengaluru Bi-weekly/Weekly Superfast Express diverted via Nidadavolu, Bhimavaram Town, Gudivada & Vijayawada; SER cancels/diverts trains due to maintenance work: Train No 12835/12836 Hatia-SMVT Bengaluru Bi-weekly/Weekly Superfast Express cancelled Oct…

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Karnataka: One killed, one injured after being hit by speeding car in Bengaluru

One person was killed and another was injured after being hit by a speeding car in Karnataka's Bengaluru. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Launch was critical for Chandrayaan-3 success: ISRO chairman Somanath

S. Somanath, Chairman of ISRO, attributes the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission to the moon to “the result of the hard work of thousands of people in ISRO”, the “rigour of the reviews”, and “corrective action taken meticulously.”

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Palaniswami criticises Stalin over Cauvery water; urges for all-party meeting

Edappadi K. Palaniswami criticises DMK's MK Stalin for not pressuring Karnataka to release Cauvery water. He suggests DMK should have reduced water released from Mettur dam and applied political pressure on Karnataka. He further says Stalin should have boycotted I.N.D.I.A. meeting in Bengaluru and urged him to pressure Congress govt.…

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After heavy congestion on Bengaluru’s Outer Ring Road, traffic police plan remedial measures

Following unusual traffic congestion on September 27 along Bengaluru’s tech corridor, Outer Ring Road (ORR), the Bengaluru Traffic Police and Outer Ring Road Companies Association (ORRCA) have introduced measures to alleviate the situation. These measures involve imposing a ban on heavy vehicular traffic movement from 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.,…

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Major cybercrime network busted in Bengaluru: Rs 854 crore detected in 84 bank accounts

In a breakthrough, law enforcement authorities have dismantled a major cybercrime network operating in Bengaluru. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Over 100 pairs of buffaloes expected to run in Bengaluru Kambala

Kambala, a slush track buffalo race, to be held in Bengaluru for two days from Nov 25. 100-130 pairs of buffaloes to participate, with handlers, jockeys & owners. Event to be held with slogan "Bengaluru Kambala, Namma Kambala" under auspices of Kambala Committee. Bollywood & Hollywood actors to attend, with…

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AP Chambers brief DRM on suggestions to improve Vijayawada railway station

AP Chambers recommends introducing Vande Bharat Express from Vijayawada to Bengaluru via Tirupati. Request to reduce travel time from 6 hrs 40 mins to 4 hrs 30 mins. Suggestion to decongest Vijayawada station by increasing platforms and developing Gunadala and Rayanapadu as satellite stations.

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Former minister Motkupalli likely to join Congress

Motkupalli Narsimhulu, former minister and BRS leader, met Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shiv Kumar in Bengaluru, leading to speculation he'll join Congress. He was denied an appointment by CM K. Chandrasekhar Rao despite requests. He is eyeing Tungaturthi seat, but Congress has not confirmed it. He is a senior Dalit…

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Traffic snarls in multiple places in Bengaluru

Bengaluru saw bumper-to-bumper traffic & minor congestion on major roads on Sat. Morning roads were empty, but traffic worsened in the afternoon. Commuters reported getting stuck near Esteem Mall & Hebbal flyover for 30+ mins. South Bengaluru saw traffic snarls in Basavanagudi & K.R. Market. Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic)…

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JD (S) balancing act: Kerala unit weighs options amid BJP alliance in Karnataka

JD(S) in Kerala faces crisis due to alliance with BJP in Karnataka. Sunday meeting in Bengaluru to discuss strategy to maintain presence in LDF and Cabinet. Congress leader Satheesan urges CPI(M) to expel JD(S) from LDF. JD(S) seeks to retain significance by transferring role of national president to Thomas. Alliance…

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023: Fixtures and full match schedule

Cricket World Cup takes place in India from October 5 to November 19 – here are the fixtures, kickoff times and venues.

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Shivashankarappa’s statement sets off murmurs over postings to Veerashaiva-Lingayats

Are Congress Ministers and MLAs divided over providing prominent postings to officials belonging to Lingayat-Veerashaiva community in the government? Speculation around this question has been set off after veteran Congress leader and All India Veerashaiva Mahasabha president Shamanur Shivashankarappa claimed at a function in Bengaluru that civil servants belonging to…

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