June 2026

Bengaluru: The govt Monday issued a fresh order expanding the exemption for obtaining permanent electricity connections. The move is expected to benefit lakhs of homeowners across the state who were affected by earlier notifications and eligibility conditions.Under the revised order, owners of completed residential buildings constructed on plots measuring up to 2,400 sqft, with a…

A detailed bill recognising walking and cycling as rights has existed since 2021, but years of inaction have prevented its safeguards from reaching Karnataka’s streets. Bengaluru: More than four years before the Supreme Court observed that safe walking is part of the fundamental rights guaranteed under Articles 21 and 19(1)(d), Karnataka had prepared a draft…

In a city known for embracing diversity, Sunday showcased Bengaluru at its most colourful bringing together a single day of celebration. Bengaluru witnessed a rare convergence of celebrations, as the city marked International Yoga Day, World Music Day, World Motorcycle Day and Pride Month—each drawing thousands of participants across different corners of the city. From…

Bengaluru: Power supply will be interrupted in several parts of the city Tuesday, from 10am to 4pm, due to emergency maintenance works being carried out by KPTCL at 66/11KV RBI Layout and Adugodi sub-station.Affected areas: RBI Layout, Kothanur, JP Nagar 5th Phase, Shreyas Colony, Gaurav Nagar, Nataraja Layout, Nrupathunga Nagar, Jambusavari Dinne, Chunchaghatta, Brigade Millennium…