JDS corporator Bhadregowda is Bengaluru’s new Deputy Mayor

December 6, 2018

Bengaluru, Dec 6: B Bhadregowda, the corporator from Nagapura Ward on Wednesday was unanimously elected as the 54th Deputy Mayor of Bengaluru city. The election for the Deputy Mayor post was held after former Deputy Mayor Ramila Umashankar died of heart attack just a week after she took oath in September this year.

BJP party, which has the strength of 100 corporators in the city, had announced of contending in the elections despite not having the required number for winning. However, it pulled back its candidate and withdrew nomination for the Deputy Mayor post, paving way for Bhadregowda to get elected unanimously.

The electoral officer, who started the election procedure at Council hall at 11.50 am, gave two minutes of time for candidates to withdraw their nominations. Since no corporator contested against Bhadregowda, he was announced as Deputy Mayor at 11.52 am.

Of 12 standing committees, the selection for 11 standing committees was made after finding a shortage of two corporators for town planning committee. However, the Regional Commissioner had decided to hold elections again for pending two numbers.

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Mangaluru police issue alert over fake traffic fine payment Apps and links

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December 20,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 20: City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy has issued a high-alert warning to vehicle owners regarding a surge in cyber fraud targeting those looking to pay traffic violation fines. Fraudsters are reportedly exploiting recent government discount schemes on traffic penalties to deceive citizens.

The Scam: How Fraudsters Strike

Criminals are using SMS, WhatsApp, and social media to circulate suspicious links and APK files (Android application packages). They claim these apps allow users to pay e-challans at a discount.

• Device Hacking: Downloading these unauthorized apps gives hackers full access to the victim's smartphone.

• Financial Theft: Once the phone is compromised, fraudsters intercept OTPs and personal data to drain bank accounts.

• Phishing Sites: Fake websites mimicking official portals are also being used to harvest banking credentials.

Already, two residents within Mangaluru city limits have reported significant financial losses after falling victim to these fraudulent apps.

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