The proposed 5% fare hike for Bengaluru's Namma Metro has been put on hold after Deputy CM DK Shivakumar ordered a cost recalculation, sparking a political dispute between state and central governments over fare-setting authority.
The BJP has relieved Kesava Vinayagam as Tamil Nadu general secretary (organisation), reassigning him to full-time RSS duties. Prasobha Kumar is expected to replace him amid internal discussions on election strategy and candidate selection.
Enforcement Directorate sets up special investigation team on Supreme Court's directive to probe money laundering cases involving Anil Ambani and Reliance Group entities worth Rs 40,000 crore.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has announced a major initiative to provide khata certificates to 7,000 B-khata properties in Bengaluru within 15 days, aiming to resolve long-standing property documentation issues and boost urban governanc
DMK leader S Regupathy stated seat-sharing talks with allies will begin at the right time and be finalized amicably. He dismissed opposition claims and criticized PM Modi's Tamil references.
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy frames the February 11 municipal elections as a triangular contest between Congress, BRS, and BJP, urging urban voters to deliver a massive mandate for Congress.
Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi laid foundation stones for multiple police infrastructure projects worth Rs 202 crore, including a new ATS building, police stations, housing facilities, and a dog training center.
Two separate FIRs have been filed against a real estate company and a YouTuber for unauthorized drone and sky balloon operations within Kempegowda International Airport's restricted airspace, violating DGCA norms.
Gujarat government reports significant progress in urban water management, with rainwater harvesting capacity increased by 4.19 lakh kilolitres through 2,900 systems. Legacy waste disposal targets and green space development also announced.
Ahmedabad's Prevention of Crime Branch intercepted a truck carrying helmets and discovered Indian-made foreign liquor worth Rs 63.86 lakh concealed inside. The driver was arrested, and police are investigating the bootlegging network.
Delhi Police investigate a cover-up attempt in the Janakpuri pit death case. Arrests made as contractors face non-bailable warrants, with raids ongoing in UP and other states.
The Supreme Court refuses to halt special intensive revision of voter rolls in 12 states but extends the document submission deadline by a week. The court also seeks an affidavit from Bengal DGP on EC's allegations.
The Greater Bengaluru Authority has issued notices to 10,000 property owners for paying lower property tax, identified through a GPS survey and drone imagery.
Residents in Bengaluru remain without shelter and in shock after a recent demolition drive, with many yet to return to work due to ongoing fears of further action by authorities.
A 45-year-old woman was found murdered in her Bengaluru home, with police suspecting a chain snatching attempt turned fatal. The incident occurred in the Kothanur area, sparking concerns over urban crime.
A dangerous, unattended pit on Dwarka-Dabri Road, dug for a sewer project in 2022, has become a major safety risk. Authorities have taken temporary measures after a similar pit caused a biker's death in Janakpuri, but locals demand permanent solutions and
Residents evicted from Kogilu in Bengaluru are struggling to access government housing schemes due to missing certificates, highlighting bureaucratic challenges in urban development.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refuted DMK member P Wilson's allegation that Tamil Nadu was ignored in the Union Budget, highlighting state-specific initiatives and criticizing unfounded claims during Rajya Sabha discussions.
Madras High Court's Madurai bench has asked the Tamil Nadu government to respond to a PIL demanding removal of illegal flagpoles and flex boards from public spaces across 13 districts, citing traffic and safety concerns.
Forests Minister R S Rajakannappan declared the DMK will not consider power-sharing arrangements and aims to form the next Tamil Nadu government with a clear majority, citing strong ideological foundations and leadership.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has sanctioned Rs 62.79 crore for repairing four ageing railway overbridges in eastern Ahmedabad to enhance structural safety and commuter security following detailed inspections.
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation's elected body concludes its five-year term, leading to appointment of a special officer for administrative oversight until fresh elections.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has formally complained to Hyderabad police, seeking action against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for a controversial video allegedly from Assam BJP's social media account that he claims incites communal hatred.
Hyderabad's HYDRAA agency has secured 3,000 square yards of park land at Narsingi junction, preventing encroachments on land valued at 60 crore. The action follows complaints and joint inspections with authorities.
Karnataka DGP MA Saleem issues new police guidelines prohibiting mechanical FIRs over social media posts, emphasizing protection of political speech and high threshold for speech-related offences.
Amid a fare row, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has instructed the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation to reconsider its proposed fare hike, asserting state government authority over the matter.
Congress leader P Chidambaram criticized the government's Budget 2026-27 in Rajya Sabha, calling it forgettable and highlighting reductions in capital expenditure and declining investment rates.
In a significant political shift, BJD members including block chairpersons from Jagatsinghpur and Puri districts joined the BJP, strengthening its organization in key assembly segments.
Pathanamthitta MP Anto Antony announces legal action against CPM's K P Udayabhanu for spreading baseless allegations linking him to Sabarimala gold heist and financial fraud cases.
Madurai district police have arrested five individuals for the murder of a 33-year-old man at an unused stone quarry. The crime stemmed from a long-standing land dispute, with the victim lured and killed with a sword.