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Rapido Rolls Out ‘Bike Lift’ Option as Karnataka Bike-Taxi Dispute Continues
Rapido has introduced a “Bike Lift” option amid continuing uncertainty around bike-taxi operations in Karnataka, where the legal and regulatory status of motorcycle-based passenger services remains contested.
Tiger Shroff Firing Case: Cab Driver’s Phone Call Becomes a Key Investigative Lead
Investigators reportedly followed a lead from a cab driver to trace an accused in the firing case connected with actor Tiger Shroff. The investigation highlights the role that transport workers and witness information can play in tracking suspects.
Bengaluru Advocate Shot Dead in Suspected Rent Dispute; Police Search for Two Men
dvocate Manjunath, 42, was reportedly shot dead at his residence in Bengaluru’s Pattandur Agrahara area. Police suspect two tenants were involved after an argument over unpaid rent.
Army Major’s Wife Booked in Alleged Espionage Case Involving Sensitive Defence Papers
n Army major’s wife has reportedly been booked over allegations of espionage and accused of preparing sensitive defence-related documents for Chinese intelligence. The allegations require investigation and legal scrutiny.
Bank Holiday on Mahanavami: Customers Advised to Check State-Wise Closures
Bank branch holidays for Mahanavami and related regional observances vary by state. Customers should check the official holiday calendar before visiting a branch; digital banking services are generally available.
Mumbai Police Report No Prior Threat Calls to Tiger Shroff in Firing Case
Mumbai Police reportedly confirmed that Tiger Shroff had received no prior threat calls. All three accused in the firing case are adults, and investigators are examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Kouzina Scales Vasudev Adiga’s to 55 Virtual Kitchens in Bengaluru, Targets 3X Growth by December 2026
Kouzina Food Tech has expanded Vasudev Adiga’s to 55 delivery-focused virtual kitchens across Bengaluru within a year of acquiring the iconic South Indian brand. The company aims to triple its network by December 2026 by partnering with established restaurants and commercial kitchen operators, leveraging existing kitchen infrastructure to expand delivery operations while preserving the brand’s traditional Udupi flavours.
NCB Busts 2 Clandestine Drug Laboratories in Greater Noida in Intel-Led Operation; Amit Shah Hails “Major Milestone”
The Narcotics Control Bureau busted two clandestine drug-manufacturing laboratories at Jahanabad Kadalpur village in Greater Noida after a covert operation code-named “Operation Crystal Hunt.” Two people, including a woman and a foreign national, were arrested, and 379.74 kg of amphetamine-containing material and 10 kg of pseudoephedrine were seized. Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated the agency.
Aster CMI Hospital Performs India’s First Pediatric Kidney Swap Transplant, Saves Two Lives in Bengaluru
Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru has successfully carried out India’s first pediatric ABO-incompatible kidney transplant through a two-way donor swap between two families. A 15-year-old boy and a 21-year-old man, who could not receive kidneys from their own family donors due to blood group mismatch, underwent life-saving transplants using tech-driven matching.
Encounter Breaks Out Between Security Forces and Terrorists in J&K’s Kupwara Near LoC
An encounter broke out in the Jumgund area of Kupwara’s Keran sector early on Saturday, October 17, 2026, after troops detected suspicious movement near the Line of Control and challenged it. Later reports said two terrorists were killed, and a search operation is continuing. It was initially unclear whether the incident was an infiltration attempt.
PM Modi to Visit Canada on December 11, Carney Confirms After Phone Call: What Is on the Agenda
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Canada on December 11-12, 2026, with stops expected in Toronto and Ottawa. The announcement followed a phone call in which the two leaders agreed to build on the recent momentum in ties. Trade, energy, technology, security and people-to-people links are expected to dominate the agenda, with a trade pact hoped for by year-end.
“No Proof Children Are Safer With Internet Bans”: Supreme Court Rejects Blanket Restrictions, Says Safeguards Are Necessary
The Supreme Court has held that the right to access and use the internet is a fundamental right under Articles 21 and 19(1)(a), and that it extends to children irrespective of age. Rejecting blanket age-based bans, the bench said no jurisdiction has shown that such measures make children safer. It said proportionate safeguards such as parental supervision and a child mode on social media remain permissible.
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