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Currently, Bengaluru draws approximately 1,450 MLD from the Cauvery, but with the city’s growing population, the demand for drinking water has surged to 2,200 MLD

According to the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike, the civic body, along with disaster management staff, cleared flooding in 102 houses

Santhe displayed innovative mental health and suicide prevention interventions

According to the IMD, Bengaluru received 59.8 mm rainfall, HAL airport received 80.1 mm rainfall, and the Kempegowda International Airport received 4.2 mm rainfall till 5.30 pm. on October 15

BJP initiated its new chief's election process with J P Nadda naming a national returning officer and co-returning officers for the organisational vote. The activity will conclude in early next year post state-level polls. Rajya Sabha MP K Laxman, along with co-returning officers Rekha Verma, Sambit Patra, and Naresh Bansal, will oversee the elections.

Tamil Nadu government announced a holiday for schools and colleges in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts on October 16

Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar was recently seen with former Pakistan cricket stars Wasim Akram, Zaheer Abbas, and Moin Khan during his visit to the National Cricket League (NCL) in Dallas, USA. The tournament, played in the T10 format, took place at the University of Texas cricket ground's new cricket stadium.

Bomb threats on social media disrupted 10 Indian flights over two days, causing diversions and security checks. All threats were hoaxes. Authorities detained two suspects, including a tech-savvy teen. Airlines followed safety protocols, and legal actions are considered. Indian skies remain safe, according to officials.

Indian government believes Canadian PM Trudeau escalated tensions over Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing to deflect attention from allegations of failing to prevent China's interference in Canadian politics, doubting Trudeau's accusations against India, and seeking to preserve multifaceted bilateral relations.

Following a diplomatic crisis between India and Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sought UK support against alleged targeted campaigns by Indian agents. Trudeau and UK PM Keir Starmer emphasized the rule of law. Numerous incidents of intimidation and violence linked to Indian operatives are reportedly under Canadian investigation.

A report by Policy Exchange highlights the Indian community in Britain as the top-performing ethnic group in professions, pay rates, home ownership, and social integration. Despite high achievements, social class, rather than race, remains the key barrier to success. The rise of 'minorities in towns' is led by aspirational British Indians, shaping future electoral battlegrounds.

Communal clashes in Bahraich during a Durga idol immersion resulted in the death of a 22-year-old man and injuries to others. Authorities have arrested 52 people and suspended internet services. CM Yogi Adityanath has offered compensation to the victim's family, declaring benefits under PM Awas Yojana.

Baba Siddique, a politician from NCP, was killed by suspected shooters after multiple failed attempts. The shooters, linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, were given a bike for reconnaissance. The shooting was reportedly a message to actor Salman Khan. Several suspects, including a milk dairy owner, have been arrested. Police plan to invoke stringent charges.

She had extensively campaigned for her brother Rahul Gandhi who contested and won two seats in the Lok Sabha general elections - Wayanad (Kerala) and Rae Bareli (Uttar Pradesh)

Baba Siddique, a former Congress corporator from Bandra West, saw his political and business fortunes rise along with Mumbai's flourishing real estate market in the late 1990s. Known for his involvement in slum rehabilitation projects, Siddique built a substantial real estate empire with ventures in Mumbai, Dubai, and London.

Over 17 years after confessing to her husband's murder, Laulina Achariya's life sentence is overturned by the Orissa High Court due to trial court errors and lack of proper evidence analysis, marking a major instance of miscarriage of justice.