Bengaluru Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Weather Updates
Get the latest updates from Bengaluru on December 24, 2025. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic snarls, metro services, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Get the latest updates from Bengaluru on December 24, 2025. Stay informed on civic alerts, traffic snarls, metro services, weather, and key political developments in the city.
Ernakulam's draft voter list sees 322,422 removals post-Special Intensive Revision. Collector assures voting rights, outlines process for inclusions. Final list due Feb 21.
Uncertainty prevails in Ernakulam's municipalities as no front secures a clear majority. Independent councillors' support becomes crucial in Angamaly, Thripunithura, and Eloor for forming the ruling coalition and selecting chairpersons.
The Railway Board approves a new superfast train connecting Bengaluru to Mumbai, aiming for a 24-hour travel time. Discover the route, schedule, and expected impact on regional connectivity.
HD Kumaraswamy requests a new Vande Bharat train connecting Bengaluru to Madgaon via Hassan & Mangaluru, aiming to boost economic ties between IT capital and ports. Read more.
A 21-year-old orphan from Nepal receives a new heart in a landmark surgery at a Kerala district hospital, the first such procedure in India at this healthcare level. Read the inspiring story of hope and medical triumph.
Actor Shine Tom Chacko receives major relief as forensic report finds no drugs in his system. The case, linked to a dramatic hotel escape, is likely to be dropped. Details inside.
Ernakulam General Hospital performs India's first district-level heart transplant. A 22-year-old Nepali woman receives a new heart from a 46-year-old Kollam donor. Read this inspiring story of medical triumph.
Indian Railways revises Kalaburagi-SMVT Bengaluru Vande Bharat route. Check new timings, added stoppage at Sri Sathya Sai Prasanthi Nilayam, and updated ticket prices effective January 1, 2026.
UIDAI launches its first new model Aadhaar Seva Kendra in Kerala at Ernakulam's Kacheripady. The centre aims to provide faster, transparent services for enrolment, updates, and grievance resolution.
Tamil star Suriya visited Sreenivasan's Kandanad residence. The Malayalam legend's funeral is today at 10 AM. Mammootty, Mohanlal, and CM Vijayan paid tribute. Read the full story.
A Bengaluru businessman died by suicide after jumping in front of a train. Preliminary investigations reveal his logistics business suffered major financial losses. Read the full story.
Malayalam cinema legend Sreenivasan laid to rest. Mammootty, CM Vijayan, and thousands of fans paid homage at Ernakulam Town Hall. A look at his legacy as actor and writer.
Kerala police arrest two from West Bengal with 37kg ganja near Kalady. In a separate raid, Kochi city police seize MDMA. Read the full details of the drug crackdown here.
N J Shaimol continues her legal battle against suspended inspector K G Prathapachandran who assaulted her. Court posts case for Jan 17. Follow the latest updates on this police misconduct case.
Ernakulam Rural Police externs a 37-year-old habitual offender under the Kerala Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act (Kaapa) for crimes including attempted murder and assault. Read the full details.
Discover three unforgettable Indian train journeys: the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla toy train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and the coastal Konkan Railway. Experience breathtaking landscapes and engineering marvels.
CCTV footage from Ernakulam North police station shows a pregnant woman being slapped by an inspector. The video emerged after a year-and-a-half-long legal battle, contradicting police claims.
Sarath, a 33-year-old priest, was found dead in the pond of Moolekkavu Bhagavathi temple in Malappuram. Police have registered a case as the investigation begins. Read for details.
Kerala High Court clarifies its interim order, directing the Ernakulam District Collector not to permit mutation or property transfers on disputed Munambam land. Next hearing on January 14.
Ernakulam court orders return of actor Dileep's passport post-acquittal in high-profile case. Meanwhile, the survivor actress files a new police complaint over cyberattacks. Read the latest developments.
Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil met Pope Leo XIV, thanking him for approving new provinces and a Gulf visitation. Discussions also focused on restoring peace in Ernakulam-Angamaly. Read the full report.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan assures survivor of support, govt to appeal trial court verdict acquitting actor Dileep in abduction and rape case. Legal action promised against viral video.
A 62-year-old Kochi resident lost Rs 2.14 crore in an online trading scam. The fraudsters contacted him via WhatsApp after he responded to a social media ad. Learn how to protect yourself from such cybercrimes.
After 8 long years, the verdict in the high-profile actress assault case is set for December 8 at Ernakulam Court. WCC stands in solidarity with the survivor. Details inside.
The final verdict in the Kerala actress assault case is set for December 8. The prosecution's case details a conspiracy dating back to 2013. Read the full story.
Campus placements in Ernakulam engineering colleges witness a slight drop, especially in computer science. IT firms focus on skills, while core branches see steady demand. Details inside.
Ernakulam rural police arrested a 24-year-old woman from Odisha for collecting 8 kg of ganja thrown from a moving train. Read how traffickers are adopting new methods to evade checks.
Kerala High Court mandates a Special Investigation Team to probe illegal surrogacy and egg donation practices at a private ART Bank in Kochi. Read the full details of the case and the court's directives.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train is set to begin operations by the end of December 2025. Get all details about the launch route, features, and how it will transform overnight travel.