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namma metro Pink Line trials from April 28

TNN / Apr 28, 2026, 00:56 (IST)

One stretch eased, another clogged: Double-decker flyover in Bengaluru opened to traffic

TNN / May 02, 2026, 01:35 (IST)

Karnataka high court dismisses plea of accused in Metro stalking case

TNN / Apr 29, 2026, 22:54 (IST)

Bengaluru shocker: Women 'secretly filmed' on namma metro, clips shared on ‘Metro Chicks’ Instagram handle; HC fumes

TNN / Apr 28, 2026, 00:56 (IST)

Karnataka High Court strongly rebuked a social media content creator accused of secretly filming women on namma metro trains. The court refused to quash criminal proceedings against BK Diganth, an accountant, who shared videos of women without consent on Instagram and Telegram. Justice M Nagaprasanna emphasized that such actions constitute privacy invasion and harassment, not legitimate surveillance.

2-wheelers to hit 1-crore mark in Bengaluru within three years

TNN / Apr 22, 2026, 04:29 (IST)

Bengaluru's roads are witnessing a surge in two-wheelers, with 1,400 new bikes and scooters added daily. This trend, driven by high public transport costs and last-mile connectivity issues, means two-wheelers now dominate nearly 70% of city traffic. Experts predict the number of two-wheelers will reach one crore within three years, highlighting their essential role in daily commutes.

Bengaluru slips to third seat as Mumbai zooms past in Metro network length

TNN / Apr 09, 2026, 01:34 (IST)

Damaged stretches of Bannerghatta Rd to be repaired

TNN / Apr 09, 2026, 01:34 (IST)

Silk Board to get elevated Metro walkway in Bengaluru

TNN / Apr 06, 2026, 01:52 (IST)

Realty firm to help build Bengaluru Metro station

TNN / Mar 28, 2026, 22:29 (IST)

Bangalore Development Authority floats tenders again for 4-lane flyover at Mehkri Circle

Apr 03, 2026, 02:53 (IST)

From Jayadeva to dustvilla: A 6km of nightmare for Bengaluru’s Bannerghatta Road commuters

TNN / Apr 02, 2026, 01:46 (IST)

Bengaluru Metro mayhem: 11 detained for on-board song & dance

TNN / Mar 19, 2026, 09:39 (IST)

On a lively Sunday night, namma metro's Green Line was thrown into chaos as a group of eleven spirited youths was detained for their exuberant antics.

Bengaluru’s Pink Line Metro trials may start this month

Mar 23, 2026, 03:51 (IST)

How Bengaluru’s new Pink Line Metro will change the way travellers explore the city

etimes.in / Mar 24, 2026, 19:00 (IST)

Bengaluru's new Pink Line metro is set to transform city travel. This expansion will connect key areas, making exploration easier for residents and tourists. Commuters can expect faster journeys and more predictable travel times. The metro will offer a cheaper and more efficient way to navigate the city.

Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation buses to shed colourful full-body advertisement wraps

Mar 18, 2026, 02:12 (IST)

8 feeder buses for Yellow Line Metro in Bengaluru

TNN / Mar 11, 2026, 01:32 (IST)

Barefoot runner denied entry at Bengaluru Metro station, sparks online buzz: ‘Footwear welcome, but not in hands’

TNN / Mar 13, 2026, 22:44 (IST)

A runner was reportedly stopped at Bengaluru's Cubbon Park Metro station for carrying his shoes in hand after a run. While the passenger claimed it was for stretching, Metro officials clarified that carrying shoes in hand can inconvenience others and advised him to wear them. The incident sparked debate online regarding public transport etiquette.

Bullet train could be game-changer for Bengaluru, say Japanese officials

TNN / Mar 10, 2026, 00:45 (IST)

Prankster apologises for toy gun stunt in Bengaluru Metro

TNN / Mar 08, 2026, 02:00 (IST)

Bengaluru Metro: Yellow Line frequency increased to 9 minutes

TNN / Feb 27, 2026, 03:54 (IST)

namma metro: Buy QR tickets through apps

TNN / Dec 08, 2022, 08:12 (IST)

namma metro users can purchase single-journey mobile QR tickets through Paytm and Yatra mobile applications from Thursday. Commuters can generate them by specifying the entry and destination stations on these two apps.

Bengaluru: namma metro earns Rs 1.3 crore in a single day

Vijaya Karnataka / Jul 04, 2018, 14:38 (IST)

After namma metro service added six-coach train, the positive result has been seen within a week, with namma metro earning Rs 1,30,61,151 in a single day, on Monday, Jul 2nd.

Un-fare deal: namma metro fare hike sparks backlash as Bengaluru commuters shift back to private vehicles

TNN / Feb 26, 2026, 06:54 (IST)

namma metro's appeal is diminishing due to frequent fare hikes and poor last-mile connectivity, pushing commuters back to personal vehicles. This shift is exacerbating Bengaluru's traffic congestion, with a noticeable surge in two-wheelers on city roads. Commuters find private vehicles more cost-effective and convenient despite the growing traffic woes.

namma metro: Phase I may take 2 years more

TNN / Oct 20, 2014, 04:00 (IST)

The wait for the full scale and reach of namma metro operations just got longer. The September 2015 deadline for the completion of the entire Phase I was put off to the first quarter of 2016. BMRCL has blamed it on tunnel boring machines running into boulders, slowing down work around Majestic.

Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation breaks 25km barrier, now serves towns 40km away

Mar 04, 2026, 23:34 (IST)

Car hits namma metro barricade, none hurt

TNN / Jan 23, 2023, 06:34 (IST)

A car was damaged after it hit a barricade at a namma metro construction site near Karthiknagar, Doddanekkundi junction, towards Mahadevapura on Outer Ring Road on Sunday.

Bengaluru: 2,000 namma metro passengers used QR-code ticketing on Day 1

TNN / Nov 02, 2022, 06:06 (IST)

Around 2,000 namma metro passengers used QR-code ticketing on Tuesday when the service was launched.

Bengaluru: namma metro services between Majestic and Mysuru Road to be suspended from March 21 to 28

TNN / Mar 17, 2021, 16:07 (IST)

namma metro services between Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station, Majestic and Mysuru Road on Purple Line in Kernataka capital Bengaluru will be suspended from March 21 to 28.