News without the noise · Bengaluru Edition
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 116 stories
A 67-year-old man and his 26-year-old daughter were reportedly killed by relatives with sharp weapons in a gram panchayat office in Belagavi, Karnataka, due to a property dispute. The victims were identified as Rudrappa Kundaragi, a former soldier, and his daughter Shashikala Kundaragi. The incident occurred while Rudrappa was at the office for land-related documentation.
Bengaluru is experiencing significant rainfall, leading to flooded roads across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted continued showers until September 21, which may further impact local mobility and infrastructure.
A man identified as Kanakalabande Venkatesh, who allegedly claimed to be a Maoist and is accused of a bomb blast in Karnataka, was arrested after a month-long search. Police conducted a significant operation involving over 150 personnel in the Kadamalakunte Hills near Pavagada, where Venkatesh was hiding. Authorities are now investigating his involvement in the blast and his claims of Maoist affiliation.
The Congressional Budget Office reported that the US military's conflict with Iran has incurred costs exceeding $38 billion as of August 1, 2026, with potential monthly expenses of $2 billion to $3 billion depending on the conflict's intensity. The costs primarily stem from replacing munitions and equipment lost in battle, as well as increased fuel expenses. The ongoing conflict is also contributing to inflation, particularly due to disruptions in oil and natural gas shipments, which could further impact economic conditions in the coming months.
India has dismissed Pakistan's announcement of a seven-million-rupee bounty on Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar as 'gimmicks' and called for concrete actions against terrorism. The Indian External Affairs Ministry criticized Pakistan for making hollow announcements while Azhar remains wanted for several major terror attacks in India. This announcement comes amid Pakistan's ongoing pressure from the Financial Action Task Force to address its anti-terrorism efforts.
As of September 16, petrol prices in Bengaluru are ₹111.68 per litre, while diesel prices stand at ₹99.56 per litre. Fuel prices across major Indian cities have remained stable, with daily revisions by state-run oil marketing companies reflecting local taxes and charges. The prices have not changed significantly over the past few months, following a previous increase of ₹2.7 to ₹2.8 per litre.
Algeria residents mourn neighbours lost in wildfire aftermath Amnesty International has urged Algeria to abandon plans to expand the death penalty and resume executions, following presidential moves to make wildfire arson a capital crime. The rights group said authorities arrested 20 people pending investigations for arson and subversion – a potentially terrorism-related charge – between July 26 and September 10. During the 2021 wildfires that left 90 dead, the government prosecuted scores of people on terrorism-related charges, blaming the Movement for the Self-Determination of Kabylie.
However, at one point it collapsed entirely, tragically crashing down on people as they slept." Locals said about 10 families had been living in the building despite warnings that it was unsafe A woman living in a tent nearby, Umm Mohammed Bakrun, said she had been talking to her son when the building collapsed suddenly in the early hours of Wednesday. About 1.2 million people in Gaza are currently living in tents or makeshift shelters An estimated 80% of all structures in Gaza have been destroyed or damaged during the war between Israel and Hamas, according to the UN.
Published On 16 Sep 2026 16 Sep 2026 Save Share Israeli double-tap strike kills 15-year-old and paramedic in Gaza on social media Share Add Al Jazeera on Google. Israeli double-tap strike kills 15-year-old and paramedic in Gaza | Genocide | Al Jazeera Israeli double-tap strike kills 15-year-old and paramedic in Gaza A 15-year-old boy has been killed in an apparent Israeli double-tap strike as he rushed to help a paramedic wounded in an attack moments before. Israel has killed around one child per day in Gaza since the 2025 ‘ceasefire’.
RELATED | Nitish, Samson step up as India seals series win over Afghanistan At a time when social media is all-pervasive, how does he shut out the outside noise? 5️⃣7️⃣ runs 2️⃣2️⃣ deliveries 7️⃣ fours 4️⃣ sixes What a fabulous knock that was from Sanju Samson! That is where we have to give credit to the leadership group,” asserted Samson.
The Indian women's cricket team, led by coach Amol Muzumdar, has arrived in Japan for the Asian Games 2026, aiming to defend their gold medal. Muzumdar expressed excitement about the unique atmosphere of the multi-sport event and emphasized the importance of embracing the experience of competing alongside athletes from various sports. The team is set to begin their campaign with a quarterfinal match against Japan on September 18.
Afghanistan’s series defeat was confirmed after it suffered a seven-wicket loss against India in the second T20I against India in New Delhi on Tuesday.