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Karnataka launched the Praja Seva campaign across 224 taluks to resolve public grievances regarding pensions, land disputes, and welfare benefits directly at the doorstep, featuring scheduled reviews and free legal aid.

Mumbai's seven reservoirs reached 95.97% capacity, holding 13.89 lakh million litres of water, with Vihar Lake fully overflowing. Levels remain slightly lower than the previous two years.

Maharashtra minister Narhari Zhirwal denies office links to an alleged examination paper leak. Seven people are arrested as a special investigation team probes the case involving a drug inspector exam.

India's upcoming BS7 emission norms could create a ₹10,000 crore annual opportunity for auto-component makers, significantly boosting demand for advanced exhaust, sensing, and electronic-control systems across various vehicle categories.

Around 80 residents protested the illegal midnight felling of a 30-year-old banyan and two other trees in HRBR Layout, demanding accountability, clarity on official permissions, and better urban tree protection.

A catastrophic flood in Nepal damaged 13 hydropower projects, causing an estimated Rs100 to 150 billion in losses and 255 MW in operational capacity loss, highlighting urgent needs for safety redesigns.

Bengaluru's proposed tunnel-road project faces a heritage hurdle as its alignment nears the historic Kempegowda Tower, raising engineering, environmental, and structural safety concerns requiring careful assessment.

Tata Motors launched its popular compact SUV Nexon in South Africa under the new name 'Osprey', priced from R249,900 (approx. Rs. 14.78 lakh), featuring a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine across four variants.

Bengaluru is enforcing a stricter ban on open garbage burning to curb toxic air pollution and improve waste management, though reliable collection services remain essential for long-term success.

Karnataka faces a warmer, drier September with below-normal rainfall, raising concerns for agriculture and water resources as national monsoon deficits reach 14% to 16%.