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Iran-Israel War: Dubai-Bound Emirates Returns To Bengaluru Mid-Air, 42 Flights Cancelled Amid West Asia Airspace Closure | Bengaluru-news News

Iran-Israel War: Dubai-Bound Emirates Returns To Bengaluru Mid-Air, 42 Flights Cancelled Amid West Asia Airspace Closure | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:March 03, 2026, 13:31 IST A Dubai-bound Emirates flight EK 569 from Bengaluru to Dubai, was forced to return mid-journey, while dozens of flights connecting southern India to major Gulf hubs were cancelled By 3 pm on March 3, a total of 42 flights at Bengaluru airport had been cancelled because of the airspace restrictions. (Image: Getty) As tensions linked to the escalating Iran–Israel conflict continue to ripple across the region, the impact is now being felt far beyond the immediate conflict zone. Airspace closures stretching across parts of West Asia have forced airlines to cancel, suspend or reroute services, turning key international corridors into uncertain territory. What began as selective diversions has evolved into wider operational disruption, affecting routes to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh and Doha and leaving passengers in cities such as Bengaluru navigating sudden cancellations and delayed departures. A Dubai-bound Emirates flight EK 569 from Bengaluru to Dubai, was forced to return mid-journey, while dozens of flights connecting southern India to major Gulf hubs were cancelled within hours. For passengers, what …

Her Parents Clean Drains, She’s Now A Civil Judge In Karnataka | Bengaluru-news News

Her Parents Clean Drains, She’s Now A Civil Judge In Karnataka | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:March 03, 2026, 12:57 IST Her parents have spent 50 years working as daily wage laborers. They cleaned drainage systems of the city. All they wanted was for their children to be educated well. For a family that lived in the shadows, this is a moment of deep validation. Image: X In the quiet lanes of Lalaghatta, a small village in Ramanagara district of Karnataka, a story of courage has quietly unfolded. S. Prabhavathi from the village has just been selected as a Civil Judge at the age of 25. While the legal world often feels elite, her journey breaks every stereotype. She secured the 81st rank in the judicial exams. This achievement is a milestone for a community that rarely sees its children reach such heights. Her success proves that talent can bloom even in the toughest conditions. A Foundation of Hard Labour The story of this success was written in the trenches of manual labour. Prabhavathi is the daughter of Panchamrutha and Subramanya. This couple has spent 50 years working as daily …

‘Big Boost For Bengaluru’: Mohandas Pai Hails New NICE Road Link Set To Decongest City Roads | Bengaluru-news News

‘Big Boost For Bengaluru’: Mohandas Pai Hails New NICE Road Link Set To Decongest City Roads | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 22, 2026, 16:29 IST Once opened, the route will offer smooth, toll-based travel to key roads such as Hosur Road, Electronic City, Mysuru Road and Tumakuru Road. IT industry leader and former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai. (File photo) IT industry leader and former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai on Sunday hailed the upcoming NICE Road stretch as a major gain for the city, saying it would help ease traffic on Mysuru Road. In a post on X, Pai wrote, “This is fantastic. When will it open? A big big boon to Bengaluru. Mysore road will get decongested Thanks DCM.” Pai was reposting a message by Ashok Kheny, former MLA and Managing Director of Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE). Kheny said the long wait for Bengalureans was finally coming to an end and that one of the most well-developed stretches of NICE Road would soon be ready. “Soon, one of the most beautiful and well-developed NICE road in our city will be ready to serve you. This new stretch connecting Deepanjalinagar Junction to the NICE …

He Came Looking For A House On Rent, Left With Gold Worth Rs 55 Lakh | Bengaluru-news News

He Came Looking For A House On Rent, Left With Gold Worth Rs 55 Lakh | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 18, 2026, 12:50 IST The house belonged to Jagadish, a software engineer, who had locked the house and left the key in the shoe rack so his children could enter after school, a routine practice. Inside, he opened cupboards and stole 348 grams of gold jewellery before leaving the premises unnoticed. Image: Canva “I was house-hunting in the area. I saw a ‘To-Let’ board before a building and waked into enquire.” What followed this thought inside Kiran’s head turned into a suspense and shocking story of theft. Temptation arrived quietly, tucked inside a shoe rack outside an apartment door in Bengaluru’s Nagondanahalli. What appeared to be an ordinary afternoon errand for a struggling photographer soon spiralled into a theft case worth Rs 55 lakh, exposing how everyday convenience can open the door to serious crime. Chance discovery leads to theft On February 11, 2026, Kiran, a resident of Varthur Kodi and a freelance event photographer, entered an apartment building after noticing a “To Let” board. Once a photo studio owner, he had suffered …

Race Course Shift To Kunigal: What Happens To Bengaluru’s 83-Acre Green Space? | Bengaluru-news News

Race Course Shift To Kunigal: What Happens To Bengaluru’s 83-Acre Green Space? | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 13, 2026, 12:25 IST The Bangalore Turf Club was formally established in 1920, and the race course evolved into one of India’s prominent racing venues. The Cabinet has approved leasing 110 acres and 20 guntas at the Kunigal Stud Farm to the turf club. Image: X In the middle of Bengaluru’s dense urban grid, the green stretch along Race Course Road has long stood as a reminder of another era. For over a century, the Bengaluru Turf Club grounds have hosted horse racing seasons, elite gatherings and one of the city’s most enduring sporting traditions. That landscape is now set to change. On February 12, 2026, the Karnataka Cabinet approved the relocation of the Bengaluru Turf Club (BTC) to the historic Kunigal Stud Farm in Tumakuru district, ending years of uncertainty over the future of the High Grounds race course. A Racing Legacy Rooted in the Colonial Era Horse racing in Bengaluru dates back to the late 1800s during the British cantonment period. The Bangalore Turf Club was formally established in 1920, and …

From Domestic Dispute To Double Murder: Bengaluru Techie Kills Navy Veteran Father, Dentist Mother | Bengaluru-news News

From Domestic Dispute To Double Murder: Bengaluru Techie Kills Navy Veteran Father, Dentist Mother | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 12, 2026, 01:33 IST After a heated physical altercation, 33-year-old Rohan Chandra Bhatt allegedly stabbed 60-year-old Naveen Chandra Bhatt and 55-year-old Dr Shyamala Bhatt According to police reports, Rohan Chandra Bhatt, who works as an independent software engineer, engaged in a heated physical altercation with his parents over personal family matters. Image/News18 A horrific double murder sent shockwaves through Bengaluru’s Vignana Nagar locality on Wednesday morning after a 33-year-old software engineer allegedly stabbed his elderly parents to death following a domestic dispute. The incident occurred around 7.30 am at Villa No. 112 in the Adarsh Vista Apartment complex within the HAL police station limits. The victims have been identified as 60-year-old Naveen Chandra Bhatt, a retired Indian Navy captain, and his 55-year-old wife, Dr Shyamala Bhatt, a practising dentist. According to police reports, the suspect, Rohan Chandra Bhatt, who works as an independent software engineer, engaged in a heated physical altercation with his parents over personal family matters. During the confrontation, Rohan allegedly attacked both his father and mother with a knife, inflicting fatal injuries. In …

BMRCL Board To Discuss Metro Fare Hike Today Amid Public Outcry; Political Slugfest Heats Up | Bengaluru-news News

BMRCL Board To Discuss Metro Fare Hike Today Amid Public Outcry; Political Slugfest Heats Up | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 09, 2026, 09:55 IST BMRCL paused Namma Metro fare hike after public outcry. The Board, including Central and Karnataka officials, meets today. Image for representation In the wake of the temporary halt to the proposed annual fare revision for Namma Metro following the public outcry, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has scheduled a Board of Directors meeting at 4 P.M. today, February 9. The 14-member board — comprising five officials from the Central government and nine from the Karnataka government — is expected to brainstorm on the fare hike. The central government officials will also take part in the meeting through video conferencing. Meanwhile, a decision on the annual fare revision is likely to be finalised by this evening. Annual Fare Revision On Hold In a media release on Sunday, the BMRCL announced its earlier communication dated February 5, announcing the fare revision, had been put on hold until further notice. “The decision on the revised fare will be communicated after the board’s review,” the release stated. However, it did not …

Bengaluru Metro Fare Hike Suspended Amid High-Stakes Political Showdown | Bengaluru-news News

Bengaluru Metro Fare Hike Suspended Amid High-Stakes Political Showdown | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 08, 2026, 19:54 IST The sudden reversal follows a period of intense public outcry and a heated political battle between the state’s leadership and the central government’s representatives. BMRCL confirmed that the current fare structure will remain in place until further orders. (Image via X) The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) has officially announced a temporary suspension of its planned annual automatic fare revision, which was originally scheduled to take effect from February 9 (Monday). The sudden reversal follows a period of intense public outcry and a heated political battle between the state’s Congress leadership and the central government’s representatives. In a press statement, BMRCL confirmed that the current fare structure will remain in place until further orders, noting that the board of directors will convene to review the revised pricing slabs and determine the next course of action. In a statement, the corporation said, “Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited hereby informs that the Media Release dated 5 February 2026, announcing the implementation of the Annual Fare Revision with effect from 9 …

Bengaluru’s 5-Year Construction Rule May Hit 68,000 Vacant BDA Plots With New Fines | Bengaluru-news News

Bengaluru’s 5-Year Construction Rule May Hit 68,000 Vacant BDA Plots With New Fines | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 04, 2026, 18:23 IST The BDA had earlier planned to revise penalties by 10%, in line with guideline rates but due to low compliance, officials are now considering a slab-based penalty system Authorities state that vacant plots often create inconvenience for neighbouring residents and affect planned urban development (Image: Canva) If you own a BDA plot in Bengaluru and have been holding on to it without building a house, you may soon have to rethink your plans. The Bangalore Development Authority is considering revising penalty charges for vacant residential sites, a move that could impact tens of thousands of plot owners across the city. With more than 68,000 sites lying unused in multiple BDA layouts, authorities are now weighing stricter slab-based fines aimed at discouraging long-term land banking and encouraging timely construction. Until now, site owners were required to pay a penalty if they failed to construct a house within the permitted timeframe. However, many allottees have reportedly not paid the existing fines. In response to public demands, BDA officials are discussing a …

Karnataka High Court Orders Free Toll Passes For Kanakapura Road Locals | Bengaluru-news News

Karnataka High Court Orders Free Toll Passes For Kanakapura Road Locals | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 02, 2026, 11:41 IST The judge described this situation as unjust and oppressive, noting that it amounted to a failure of duty on the part of both the NHAI and the toll concessionaire. The NHAI and the concessionaire have been instructed to issue free local resident passes with zero user fee to all eligible residents living in the surrounding villages. Representative Image: X For thousands of commuters on Kanakapura Road, the Somanahalli toll plaza has long been a daily irritation, a brief halt that added up to a steady drain on time and money. For residents of nearby villages, however, it was more than an inconvenience. It was a recurring reminder that their everyday commute had been turned into a paid passage. A recent ruling by the Karnataka High Court has now brought them decisive relief. In a significant order delivered in late January, the Karnataka High Court ruled that toll collection at the Somanahalli toll plaza on National Highway 209 is illegal. The court was hearing petitions filed by residents of Somanahalli, …