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In a surprising turn of events, the Supreme Court has extended the timeline for Bengaluru's anticipated city corporation elections to August 31, under the newly proposed greater bengaluru authority structure. While the state government cited various administrative issues, the Election Commission remains poised to move forward.

A century-old Bengaluru bungalow, once home to intellectual HV Nanjundayya, has been meticulously restored, preserving architectural heritage. This six-year project, blending Indian and Gothic styles, revitalized the landmark, offering a glimpse into the past. Future plans include a language lab and cultural space, ensuring Nanjundayya's legacy endures.

Nearly 190 passengers aboard a New Delhi-Bengaluru flight experienced a scare when the aircraft's tail scraped the runway during a go-around. The aborted landing was reportedly due to wake turbulence from a preceding Boeing 747. The flight landed safely on its second attempt, and an investigation is underway.

Bengaluru is digitizing property ownership with the "My e-Khata, My Hakku" initiative, part of the "Bhoo Guarantee" scheme. This drive aims to provide legal ownership records through digital e-Khatas, benefiting lakhs of residents by simplifying documentation and reducing conversion fees for B-Khata properties. The campaign is expected to enhance transparency and ease property transactions.

Karnataka is grappling with a surge in dog-bite incidents, with over two lakh cases reported in just the first four months of 2026, tragically leading to 25 rabies deaths. Vijayapura and Bengaluru are among the worst-hit districts. This alarming trend follows a consistent rise in cases and fatalities over the past three years, highlighting a growing public health concern.

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.

Cutouts of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar as the next CM appeared outside the Congress office in Bengaluru. Shivakumar firmly dismissed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's claims of a 'wobbling' Chief Minister's chair in Karnataka, stating all positions are stable and questioning the PM's observations.

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.