Kogilu residents live in tents as govt delays housing
Residents of Kogilu continue to live in makeshift tents after demolition, expressing anger at political neglect. Read their story and the ongoing struggle for rehabilitation.
Residents of Kogilu continue to live in makeshift tents after demolition, expressing anger at political neglect. Read their story and the ongoing struggle for rehabilitation.
A survey in Chennai's Uthandi found 90% of shops illegally extended onto VGP layout road, causing congestion and accidents. Authorities promise action based on the report.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces the successful eviction drive in Jamuna-Maudanga Reserve Forest. Over 1,500 families were removed from 5,250 bighas of illegally occupied land. Read the full story.
Get the latest Bengaluru news for January 4, 2026. Stay updated on major civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political news from the city.
Uttar Pradesh authorities launch a massive anti-encroachment drive in Sambhal, issuing over 150 notices. Illegal constructions on government land face demolition. Details inside.
BJP leader R Ashoka urges officials to prioritize housing applicants from Karnataka, alleging non-locals were evicted from Kogilu. Read the full story on the state's housing policy debate.
A BJP fact-finding team in Bengaluru alleges most demolished houses in Kogilu Layout were recent constructions. MLA SR Vishwanath promises protest and demands arrest of alleged encroacher.
BJP MLA Araga Jnanendra accuses Karnataka govt of favouring unauthorised Kogilu residents over displaced Sharavathi dam villagers. He alleges corruption and demands action. Read the full story.
Karnataka Speaker U T Khader emphasizes responsible public conduct for elected officials. He also addressed the Kogilu Layout demolition issue, stating the government will investigate. Read more.
Karnataka Human Rights Commission orders urgent relief—tents, food, water, healthcare—for 170 families evicted in Bengaluru's Yelahanka. Govt must act now.
Karnataka Human Rights Commission mandates temporary housing, food, water, and mobile health units for families displaced in the Kogilu eviction. Read the full directive.
The Karnataka government has postponed the allotment of flats to eligible families from Kogilu. Despite completion of beneficiary identification, no new date has been announced. Read for details.
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu govt to probe encroachment complaints within 30 days, complete action in 3 months. Officials face disciplinary action for delays. #Chennai #TamilNadu
BJP's fact-finding committee on Kogilu rehab plan warns of protest, plans field visit. Get the latest updates on the escalating political row in Karnataka.
Bengaluru housing scheme beneficiaries protest after 5-year wait, as govt prioritizes Kogilu demolition victims. 550 allottees paid lakhs but got no flats. Details inside.
Residents of Bengaluru's Kogilu face a complex rehabilitation scheme after demolition. High flat costs and strict eligibility rules create major obstacles. Learn the full story.
BJP to approach courts against Bengaluru govt's Kogilu encroachment rehab plan, alleging norm violations. Party announces massive protest at Freedom Park on January 5. Details inside.
Bengaluru netizens launch a sarcastic AI tent protest after govt allots flats worth Rs 11.2 lakh to those evicted from Kogilu encroachments. #MyTentsMyRight trends as public questions policy. Read more.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara states illegal Bangladeshi immigrants will be deported, not given alternative housing. Police verification underway in Kogilu Layout.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan held cordial talks at Sivagiri Mutt, marking their first interaction after a political row over a Bengaluru demolition drive. Read details.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara states illegal Bangladeshi immigrants identified in Bengaluru will be deported, not given alternative housing. Police verification drive underway after Kogilu Layout demolition.
Bengaluru's New Year celebrations saw thinner crowds and robust police deployment, ensuring safety but impacting business for city-centre pubs and restaurants. Read the full report.
BJP leader R. Ashoka demands an NIA probe into the violent Kogilu eviction, alleging terror links. Get the full story on the political clash and police action in Bengaluru.
Mangaluru City North MLA Y Bharath Shetty demands SIT probe into Kogilu Layout, alleges illegal migrant settlement & political conspiracy. Read the full story.
BJP demands NIA inquiry into citizenship of Kogilu evictees, accuses Karnataka Congress govt of creating 'mini-Bangladesh'. Housing handover postponed to Jan 2. Read the full story.
BJP leader R Ashoka slams Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah for alleged encroachment encouragement after visiting Yelahanka eviction site. Read the full political row details.
Bengaluru police unveil a massive security and traffic plan for New Year's Eve 2025. Key routes restricted, 50 flyovers closed, and 20,000 personnel deployed. Details inside.
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Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar denies opposition's minority appeasement allegations in Kogilu encroachment case. Govt to rehabilitate only eligible locals, probe facilitators. BJP plans statewide protests.
The demolition of 167 hutments in Bengaluru's Kogilu escalates into an international issue, with Pakistan criticizing India and New Delhi issuing a sharp rebuttal. Read about the political fallout and rehabilitation plans.