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People stand in long queues for Aadhaar updates in Koppala
Citizens in Koppala are facing long wait times and server issues at Aadhaar centers while trying to update their records for mandatory ration card e-KYC.
Water Tank Collapse in Mauganj Reveals Corruption Worth Millions
An inquiry in Madhya Pradesh revealed significant irregularities in the Jal Jeevan Mission, including a collapsed water tank and full payment for incomplete construction.
NHAI Begins Removal of Encroachments on National Highway 69 in Chikkaballapur
The National Highways Authority of India is demolishing illegal commercial structures encroaching on National Highway 69 in Chikkaballapur.
Traffic restrictions at Khajaguda Junction in Hyderabad begin September 26
The Cyberabad Traffic Police announced traffic restrictions at Khajaguda Junction in Hyderabad for 60 days starting September 26 for water pipeline installation.
Washington bridge carrying 90,000 vehicles a day gets $114m overhaul
The I-395 bridge in Washington, D.C., will undergo a $114 million rehabilitation project to replace its movable span with a fixed structure.
Bittu Tabahi removes 585 kg of waste from Delhi's Yamuna river
Social media activist Surendra Singh Chaudhary, known as Bittu Tabahi, led a clean-up drive at the Yamuna river in Delhi.
Rats seen roaming near tables at McDonald's restaurant in Rajkot
A viral video showing rats in a McDonald's dining area in Rajkot has led to a municipal inspection and a fine.
Seattle restores 2.8 acres of lost Duwamish habitat
A $23 million settlement has enabled the restoration of 2.8 acres of habitat along the Lower Duwamish River in Seattle.
Mumbai Iconic Gallops Restaurant Loses Food Licence Due To Hygiene Violations
Authorities in Mumbai suspended the license of Gallops restaurant following the discovery of hygiene violations including contaminated ice and cockroaches.
Caymus Maxson Leads Youth Movement to Remove Six Tons of Debris
Caymus Maxson, a 16-year-old environmentalist, has led 50 beach cleanups and founded the nonprofit Trash Turtles to address plastic waste.
97-year-old Brisbane bowls club saved from demolition in $6 million deal
A 97-year-old bowls club in Brisbane has been saved from demolition after being sold for $6 million to a local investor.
Water levels of major reservoirs in Karnataka on September 23
This article provides the current water levels, inflow, and outflow status for major reservoirs in Karnataka as of September 23, 2026.
329 BDA site owners face construction restrictions from Forest Department
Residents in Banashankari 6th Stage are unable to build houses on BDA-allotted plots due to land use restrictions from the Forest Department.
Experts Call for Cities Designed for and by Women
Researchers and officials have advocated for integrating gender-inclusive urban planning to enhance safety and economic participation for women.
Andrew Jackson estate plans underground visitor centre
The Andrew Jackson Foundation is planning a $132 million redevelopment of The Hermitage, which includes building an underground visitor and education center.
Hemavati water reaches Dodda Lake in Shira
Water from the Hemavati River has reached the Dodda Lake in Shira following a media report highlighting local water scarcity.
Heavy vehicle traffic banned during school hours on main Bengaluru road
Whitefield traffic police have restricted the movement of heavy commercial vehicles on the Varthur-Gunjur road during school and peak hours to reduce congestion.
Chandapura authorities remove roadside shops to ease traffic congestion
Authorities in Chandapura cleared roadside stalls along National Highway 44 to reduce traffic congestion.
Garbage collection suspended in Davanagere city limits
Davanagere City Corporation has suspended door-to-door garbage collection on September 23 due to Pourakarmika Day celebrations.
Construction of CC road begins in Junjanbail village
Construction work for a cement concrete road has begun in Junjanbail village under the Chief Minister's Infrastructure Development Scheme.
New electricity poles installed in Sanjeeva Nagar, Kembhavi
New electricity poles have been installed in wards 17 and 18 of Sanjeeva Nagar, Kembhavi.
Swachhata Hi Seva campaign organized until October 2
The Tumakuru Zilla Panchayat has launched the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign to promote rural sanitation and cleanliness until October 2.
Power outage in various parts of Channarayapatna today
Scheduled maintenance at local power distribution centers will cause a temporary power outage in Channarayapatna on September 23, 2026.
Power supply disruption in Kalaburagi on September 23
Maintenance work will cause a power outage in parts of Kalaburagi on September 23, 2026.
Most houses near Urigam railway station are unauthorized: MP
Member of Parliament M. Mallesh Babu stated that most houses near the Urigam railway station are unauthorized structures.
Power outages scheduled in Tumakuru from September 23 to 27
Electricity supply will be interrupted in various areas of Tumakuru from September 23 to 27 due to ongoing maintenance and construction work.
Power supply suspended in Channarayapatna areas on September 23
Power supply will be disrupted in and around Channarayapatna on September 23 due to maintenance work at local substations.
Aquatic plants cleared from Vijayanagara main canal in Kampli
Workers removed aquatic vegetation and waste from the Vijayanagara main canal in Kampli to ensure smooth water flow for farmers.
Demand to complete construction work at Sirigeri Dasapura lake
Karnataka Rakshana Vedike members demand the completion of development work on the Sirigeri Dasapura lake.
Demand to remove government land encroachment in Gejjigadahalli
Residents in Gejjigadahalli are demanding the removal of encroachments on government land to build a water tank.