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Congress leader Ramalinga Reddy has withdrawn his resignation from the state Cabinet after expressing dissatisfaction over portfolio allocation. Reddy, who expected the Bengaluru Development portfolio, was instead assigned Major and Medium Irrigation. Chief Minister D K Shivakumar confirmed the issue is resolved, dispelling rumors of internal rifts. The leadership's intervention averted the first significant challenge for the new government.

Karnataka Examinations Authority has announced the KCET 2026 results. Over three lakh students appeared for the exam, with nearly 2.93 lakh declared eligible. Admissions to engineering, pharmacy, agriculture, and other professional courses will now proceed. Top engineering ranks were secured by students from Bengaluru and Mangaluru. Government college students also achieved notable ranks.

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced that differences with senior Congress leader Ramalinga Reddy over portfolio allocation have been resolved. Reddy had offered to resign after being denied the Bengaluru Development portfolio, which he was reportedly promised. Shivakumar stated that all issues are settled and emphasized working for the people's benefit.

A Bengaluru businessman's life was tragically cut short by a dangling roadside cable just before his engagement. Vishal M Lunawat died after his motorcycle entangled with the wire, causing him to fall and sustain a severe injury. His family blames civic apathy and negligence for the preventable accident.

Bengaluru is under a yellow alert for Friday's intense rainfall and thunderstorms after pre-monsoon showers on Thursday evening caused widespread disruptions. Heavy rain, hail, and gusty winds flooded roads, uprooted trees, and halted Metro services, leaving commuters stranded amidst significant traffic snarls.

From karaoke nights and café jam sessions to candlelight concerts, Bengaluru’s music scene is becoming more community-driven than ever

Bengaluru's monsoon woes have escalated beyond potholes, with dangling and snapped cables now posing a severe public safety risk. Heavy rains expose the city's neglected infrastructure, turning roads and footpaths into death traps. Residents and traders blame unregulated cable installations, demanding urgent action and a shift to underground wiring to prevent potential fatalities.

Urban working parents face the challenge of keeping children engaged in summer holidays. Across Bengaluru, apartment complexes and specialized camps are stepping in, offering structured programs that blend sports, skill development, and social interaction. These initiatives are fostering holistic growth and a sense of community for children.