Street Vendor Wearing iPhone Headset Sparks AI Data Collection Debate Bengaluru Vendor’s AI Work Goes Viral A Bengaluru street vendor has gone viral after a video showed him wearing an iPhone headset while selling vegetables. The clip claimed that he was doing an AI data collection job by recording real-world human movements and street-side interactions. The unusual sight surprised many social media users because it showed how artificial intelli

Bengal ED Raids Focus On Former Kolkata DCP And Sona Pappu Links ED Raids Multiple Bengal Locations The Enforcement Directorate has widened its probe in Bengal by conducting raids at nine locations in Kolkata and Murshidabad linked to former Kolkata DCP Shantanu Sinha Biswas and alleged strongman Sona Pappu, also known as Biswajit Poddar. The searches are part of an investigation into suspected land grabbing, extortion, illegal c

Falta Repoll 2026 Sees Tight CAPF Security After Poll Irregularity Claims Fresh Voting In Falta Falta Assembly repolling was held in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district after the Election Commission cancelled the earlier voting process over serious irregularity claims. Polling began at 7 am and continued till 6 pm across 285 polling stations, including auxiliary booths. More than 2.36 lakh voters were eligible to vote, including around 1.15 lakh

Bengaluru Transport Operators Worry Over WFH Impact Bengaluru’s employee transport operators have raised concern over the growing discussion around work-from-home policies, warning that any major increase in remote work could affect thousands of livelihoods connected to the sector. The Karnataka State Travel Operators’ Association said the employee transport industry continues to support lakhs of jobs across India and plays a key role in serving IT companies,

Mamata Banerjee Attacks BJP Over Hawker Eviction And Abhishek Notice Row   Mamata Banerjee Questions BJP Over Eviction Row Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has sharpened her attack on the BJP, accusing the new West Bengal government of targeting minority communities and roadside hawkers. Speaking at a meeting of TMC MLAs, Mamata claimed that hawker stalls were being bulldozed and said such actions were against constitutio

Encroachment Crackdown Widens In Bengal The West Bengal anti-encroachment drive 2026 has moved into major public spaces, with authorities targeting illegal structures, roadside stalls, and unauthorised constructions in Kolkata, Howrah, and Sealdah. The Suvendu Adhikari-led BJP government has said that public land, railway areas, and crowded civic zones must be cleared to improve safety and movement.

Bengaluru, India – May 19, 2026: Authorities in Bengaluru have arrested a 34-year-old Indian-origin US citizen after live bullets and a Ruger magazine were found in his hotel room. The incident raises serious concerns about hotel safety and unauthorized ammunition importation in India. The individual, identified as Arman Mutaahar, a US-based non-resident Indian (NRI), checked into the Jayamahal Palace Hotel in JC Nagar on April 27, 2026, presenting his US passport. He checked out

Raj Kumar Singh Arrested In Suvendu Adhikari Aide Murder Probe   CBI Arrests UP Youth In Murder Probe The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Raj Kumar Singh from Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath, executive assistant to Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. Raj Kumar, a resident of Ballia, was reportedly caught in Muzaffarnagar while allegedly trying to move to another state. Uttar Prades

Bengal Cabinet Clears Rs 3,000 Women's Aid And Free Bus Travel Suvendu Adhikari's cabinet decisions in West Bengal have brought major welfare and policy changes, including women’s financial support, free bus travel, and the phasing out of religion-based schemes. Women To Get Rs 3,000 Under Annapurna Yojana The Bengal second cabinet meeting approved the Annapurna Yojana, West Bengal, under which eligible women will rec

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw virtually flagged off the new Bengaluru–Mumbai Express train on Sunday, May 17, 2026, marking a major boost to rail connectivity between Karnataka and Maharashtra. The new service is expected to benefit passengers travelling between Bengaluru and Mumbai, two of India’s busiest urban and business hubs. According to officials, the train strengthens direct connectivity and addresses a long-pending demand from passengers in both South and North Karnataka.

Bengaluru cybercrime police have arrested two men accused of sexually exploiting minor girls, recording the abuse on mobile phones, and uploading the videos online. This case is notable because it targets the creators and distributors of illegal content, not just those who possess it. The arrest underscores growing concerns about child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and the increasing role of cybercrime units in protecting minors online. The accused, identified as Kiran Kumar (29) and

Rajinikanth Opens Up About Ego And Spirituality At Bengaluru Event Rajinikanth recently shared an unforgettable spiritual experience during an event celebrating the 45th anniversary of The Art of Living Ashram and the 70th birthday of spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in Bengaluru. The veteran actor spoke openly about how the visit transformed his thinking about fame, ego, and spirituality. His honest and humorous speech quickly became a viral topic amon

West Bengal Makes Vande Mataram Mandatory In School Morning Assemblies Suvendu Adhikari Government Issues New Directive For State Schools The West Bengal government has made the singing of Vande Mataram mandatory in all state-run and aided schools during morning assemblies. The directive was issued by the School Education Department shortly after the new government led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari assumed office. According to officials, all students must participate in singing the national song before the start of classes, and school authorities have been instructed to ensure strict implementation across the state. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari confirmed that Vande Mataram would be introduced as the official prayer song in schools from next Monday. The Education Department also directed schools to maintain records of the assemblies, including video documentation, as proof of implementation. Debate Over Assembly Duration And School Practices Earlier, most schools in West Bengal traditionally sang only the national anthem, Jana Gana Mana, composed by Rabindranath Tagore. The previous government had also introduced Banglar Mati Banglar Jol as the state song during assemblies. With Vande Mataram now added to the routine, some teachers have reportedly raised concerns regarding the duration and sequence of songs during the limited assembly time. The move comes amid broader national discussions surrounding the importance of Vande Mataram and recent proposals by the Centre to strengthen laws against obstructing the singing of the national song. Written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, Vande Mataram remains one of India’s most recognised patriotic compositions

Kannada actor Dileep Raj passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, after reportedly suffering a heart attack. He was 47 years old. According to reports, the actor experienced chest pain in the early hours of the day and was rushed to Apollo Hospital in Bengaluru, where doctors later declared him dead. The sudden demise of Dileep Raj has left fans and the Kannada film industry in shock. Many

CBI Takes Over Probe Into Murder Of Suvendu Adhikari’s Aide The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has officially taken over the probe into the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, after three accused were arrested in connection with the case. The agency has now re-registered the FIR originally filed by Madhyamgram police and will conduct an independent investigation into the high-profile killing. Chandranath Rath