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Bengaluru News Live Today February 18, 2025 : Karnataka Deputy CM urges Centre to approve Mekedatu project, release pending funds for irrigation

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Bengaluru News Live Updates Today: Karnataka Deputy CM urges Centre to approve Mekedatu project, release pending funds for irrigation
Bengaluru News Live Updates Today: Karnataka Deputy CM urges Centre to approve Mekedatu project, release pending funds for irrigation

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Feb 18, 2025 7:52 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Karnataka Deputy CM urges Centre to approve Mekedatu project, release pending funds for irrigation

  • DK Shivakumar was speaking at the All India State Water Ministers’ Conference 2025, themed ‘India@2047–A Water-Secure Nation’, held in Udaipur.
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Feb 18, 2025 6:09 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah prefers silence over 'power-sharing pact' in govt

  • A section of Congress MLAs and ministers has been backing Siddaramaiah and want him to complete the five-year term.
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Feb 18, 2025 5:22 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Two minors detained for allegedly stealing offering box from Bengaluru temple: Report

  • Bengaluru's Chamarajpet police recover stolen donation box, link minors to multiple thefts. 
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Feb 18, 2025 3:56 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Karnataka: Mysuru couple dies by suicide over mounting online betting debts

  • The deceased have been identified as Jobi Antony and his wife, Sharmila.
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Feb 18, 2025 2:59 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bengaluru metro lost more than 6 lakh passengers after fare hike: BJP MP PC Mohan

  • PC Mohan blamed Karnataka government for mismanagement, while CM Siddaramaiah attributes the fare decision to a central committee.
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Feb 18, 2025 2:29 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bengaluru residents allege 'massive' encroachment of Hulimavu lake, urge immediate action

  • n the video, the user claims how the lake, historically known for its scenic beauty and temples, has now turned barren due to unchecked construction.
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Feb 18, 2025 1:21 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bengaluru man beaten to death by friends, disguised as road accident: Report

  • Autopsy reveals Bengaluru man's injuries were from assault, leading to arrest of one suspect in ongoing investigation.
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Feb 18, 2025 12:21 PM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: 'Learn one sentence challenge': Bengaluru firm takes action to end 'Kannada Gothilla'

  • The 'Learn 1 Kannada Sentence Challenge' at Schmooze received mixed but mostly positive feedback on X. 
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Feb 18, 2025 10:51 AM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bengaluru: Two college students killed, two injured in speeding car crash near Ragihalli forest

  • A case of rash and negligent driving has been filed, and police are investigating whether alcohol consumption was involved in the crash.
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Feb 18, 2025 10:11 AM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bengaluru Metro's pink line to open by December 2026 as civil work nears completion: Report

  • The elevated section may open earlier, depending on the delivery of trains from BEML.
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Feb 18, 2025 8:46 AM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bengaluru's beloved iconic 'Select Bookshop' owner, KKS Murthy, passes away at 94

  • Murthy continued to visit the shop until recently, but began showing signs of memory loss, a decline in appetite, and physical slowdowns.
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Feb 18, 2025 7:53 AM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bengaluru expected to be hotter than Delhi this year, IMD predicts: Report

  • The city is now experiencing hotter days than the National Capital Region, challenging its reputation as a cool-weather destination.
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Feb 18, 2025 7:00 AM IST

Bengaluru News LIVE: Bangalore Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 16.82 °C, check weather forecast for February 18, 2025

  • Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Bangalore on February 18, 2025 here.
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