February 6, 2026

Karnataka High Court Orders Notice on PIL for Timely Shivamogga City Council Elections

Karnataka High Court has issued a notice on a petition demanding the State Election Commission announce election dates for Shivamogga City Corporation within 15 days. The petitioner says holding elections late violates the Constitution since the council's term ended in August 2023.

February 6, 2026

NITK Surathkal Sets Up HAM Radio Network to Train Students in Emergency Communication

NITK Surathkal has launched a HAM radio network in coastal Karnataka to train students on emergency communication without mobile or internet. The CSR-backed project also includes mobile units on e-cycles and promotes women’s participation.

February 6, 2026

Bengaluru Police Struggle to Park Towed Vehicles Due to Land Scarcity

Bengaluru traffic police are facing a major hurdle in finding space to park towed vehicles. With most police stations full and resident complaints rising, authorities seek three new land parcels to clear the backlogs and resume vehicle towing smoothly.

February 6, 2026

Bengaluru Plans Off-Street Paid Parking Under Flyovers as On-Street Rules Tighten

Bengaluru civic bodies will pilot paid off-street parking under flyovers and consider private land use to ease parking crunch. Traffic Police back multi-level parking as on-street spots vanish.

February 6, 2026

Tiger Kills 20 Cattle in Eluru District, Frightens Tobacco Farmers During Harvest

A young tiger from Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve killed 20 cattle in Eluru district, sparking fear among farmers and hurting tobacco harvest work. Forest officials are tracking the animal, with a committee ready to decide on tranquilizing it.