Bengaluru news on Sunday, October 18, 2026
In Bengaluru on Sunday, October 18, 2026: Dasara chaos, protest march grip city today. Also: Dasara holiday rush caused severe traffic gridlock yesterday, with commuters stuck over 12 hours on Bengaluru roads; Tiranga march held today in Bengaluru in solidarity with arrested and detained protesters. Weather: Partly cloudy Sunday with mild warmth (20-25°C) and light rain expected.
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- Dasara holiday rush caused severe traffic gridlock yesterday, with commuters stuck over 12 hours on Bengaluru roads.Moneycontrol.com ·
News & local government
- Tiranga march held today in Bengaluru in solidarity with arrested and detained protesters.The Hindu ·
- Karnataka extended online RTI filing access to all Bengaluru One, Karnataka One and Grama One centres.The Hindu ·
- Bengaluru-Mumbai Vande Bharat sleeper train may launch in October with multiple stops planned.News18 ·
- 105 NLSIU Bengaluru students skipped convocation protesting CJI Surya Kant's invitation.The New Indian Express ·
Safety & emergencies
- Three road accidents claimed four lives in Bengaluru recently.The New Indian Express ·
- Six persons arrested for extortion of spa owner in Bengaluru.The New Indian Express ·
Events & going out
- 1,300 young Catholics gathered in Bengaluru today for National Youth Convention.Radio Veritas Asia ·
Business & new openings
- Bengaluru and Vancouver airports signed sister airport pact to strengthen India-Canada trade links.Swarajya ·
- Bengaluru continues to lead India in occupied office stock as commercial real estate hub.Deccan Herald ·
Culture & arts
Community & volunteering
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