INFRASTRUCTURE
68-km Bengaluru Business Corridor to Boost City Connectivity
The proposed 68-km Bengaluru Business Corridor (BBC)
will be developed in four packages, connecting Tumakuru Road,
Bellary Road, Old Madras Road and Hosur Road.
Once completed, the project is expected to reduce travel time,
ease congestion, improve freight movement and strengthen
connectivity between Bengaluru's major industrial and IT hubs.
PROPOSED CORRIDOR
68 KM
4 Major Road Connections
02
REAL ESTATE
Tilted Tower Demolition Rekindles OC Debate in Bengaluru
The proposed demolition of a tilted apartment tower has reignited
concerns over Occupancy Certificates, building approvals and
construction safety in Bengaluru.
Calls grow for stricter enforcement, transparency and verification
of statutory approvals before purchasing a home.
03
CIVIC
Bengaluru Cracks Down on Illegal Debris Dumping
Bengaluru has launched a stricter drive against illegal dumping
of construction and demolition waste on roads, footpaths and
public spaces.
04
ANEKAL
New Civic Amenity Sites Announced for Anekal–Attibele
The STRR Planning Authority has invited applications for
30-year lease allotment of Civic Amenity sites
in the Anekal–Attibele region.
APPLICATION WINDOW
29 July – 28 August 2026
Sites can support schools, healthcare, child care, libraries,
banks and community centres.
05
LAND & DEVELOPMENT
Anekal Farmers Intensify Protest Over Land Acquisition
Farmers in Anekal Taluk have stepped up protests against proposed
land acquisitions, revenue-related issues and major infrastructure
projects.
“Development must be balanced with the protection of agriculture,
livelihoods and the environment.”
06
RAILWAYS
Token System Introduced for Tatkal Booking
West Central Railway has introduced a token-based system for
Tatkal ticket bookings at reservation counters from
August 1, 2026.
Counter bookings only • West Central Railway zone
07
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
EPF Coverage May Expand to ₹25,000 Salary
CURRENT
₹15,000
→
PROPOSED
₹25,000
The proposed change could bring more private-sector employees
under PF and pension coverage from
April 1, 2027, subject to Cabinet approval and
official notification.
