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Ahead of PM visit - The Centre has approved renaming three stations on the elevated stretch of Bengaluru’s Namma Metro Pink Line, based on recommendations of a State Government Committee and local demands.

IIMB will become Bilekahalli–IIMB, J.P. Nagar 4th Phase will be NS Palya–JP Nagar 4th Phase, and Tavarekere will be renamed S.G. Palya (Suddagunte Palya).

The changes were finalised in the presence of Minister Ramalinga Reddy, MP Tejasvi Surya, and MLAs Satish Reddy and Uday Garudachar.

The 7.5-km elevated section from Kalena Agrahara to the former Tavarekere station is set for inauguration on 13 November by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Other stations on the stretch remain unchanged.

@RLR_BTM, @Tejasvi_Surya #NammaMetro #PinkLine #Bengaluru #Karnataka

Karnataka Bengaluru Development Minister Krishna Byregowda alleges that while Metro projects are projected to have a 50:50 Centre-state funding pattern, the state government actually bears 84% of the capital expenditure, with the Centre contributing just 16%.

He says Chief Minister has decided to submit a representation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking a more equitable funding arrangement. Byregowda argues that Bengaluru's contribution to India's economy, foreign exchange earnings and tax revenues warrants greater central assistance for the city's infrastructure development.

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Complaint seeks FIR against Priyank Kharge over RSS linked cartridge claims

A complaint has been filed at Bhanshankari police station by Tejas A seeking an FIR against Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge.

It alleges he knowingly spread false information by linking the RSS to the seizure of about 44,250 live cartridges in Bihar and Haryana, potentially disturbing social harmony.

The complaint cites his X post calling the case a grave national security concern based on photos of accused in RSS uniforms, and invokes BNS sections 192, 196 and 353.

The complainant seeks an independent probe free of political interference.

#Karnataka #Bengaluru @PriyankKharge @RSSorg

Food safety officials conduct surprise raids at Srinivas Medical College canteen and hostel kitchens in Mukka, Surathkal, Dakshina Kannada.

Food and drinking water samples sent for laboratory testing. Inspections also conducted at bakeries in Mulki and Karnad.

Sweets suspected to contain artificial colours seized and sent for testing.

Notices issued to establishments over hygiene violations.

#Karnataka #DakshinKannada

Tipu Sultan Jayanti: Restore Official Celebrations, Review School Textbooks, Urges Tehrik-E-Khudadaad

The Tehrik-E-Khudadaad has urged the Karnataka government to restore official Tipu Sultan Jayanti celebrations on November 10 and ensure historically accurate coverage of Tipu Sultan and Hyder Ali in school textbooks.

In a memorandum submitted to CM DK Shivakumar through the Kalaburagi Deputy Commissioner, the organisation proposed eight initiatives, including a Tipu Sultan Heritage and Science Museum at Srirangapatna, a science innovation centre, silk and advanced materials initiatives, and a Channapatna Toys and Crafts Design Hub.

It also sought scholarships, research fellowships, digitisation of historical archives and an annual Tipu Sultan Innovation Challenge. The organisation has urged the government to decide on restoring the official Jayanti before November 10, 2026.

#Karnataka #Bengaluru #TippuJayanthi