Local·8h ago
Karnatala Cabinet approves five commissionerates for Bengaluru; former officers express concern
The Karnataka Cabinet has approved the restructuring of the Bengaluru police commissionerate into five separate commissionerates, overseen by a Chief Police Commissioner. This decision aims to improve coordination between police and civic authorities in response to the city's rapid expansion. However, former police officials have raised concerns that this model may complicate operational policing, create jurisdictional confusion, and impose significant financial burdens on the government.
The Hindu - Bengaluru · The Hindu - Karnataka
Local·17h ago
Karnataka Public Service Commission job racket: ED arrests suspended KPSC chairman Shivashankarappa Sahukar, another officer
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested the suspended chairman of the Karnataka Public Service Commission, Shivashankarappa Sahukar, along with another officer, in connection with a job recruitment scam. This development follows ongoing investigations into alleged irregularities in the commission's hiring processes.
Indian Express - Bengaluru
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No more Rs 1,500 airport cabs? Namma Metro’s Blue Line to Bengaluru airport gets new deadline
Namma Metro's Blue Line, which will connect Bengaluru to Kempegowda International Airport, is now expected to be fully operational by March 2028. The airport link, specifically the Hebbal-KIA section, is targeted for completion by September 2027, providing commuters with a more affordable alternative to expensive cab rides. The project has faced various construction challenges, including traffic and land-related issues, but aims to reduce reliance on taxis for airport travel once operational.
Times of India - Bengaluru
