Bangalore News Live Updates (January 16, 2024): Former CM Basavaraj Bommai strongly criticised Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s refusal to form a Special Investigation Team for the Haveri rape case, likening it to granting the local police permission to close the case. Bommai called for an SIT and highlighted concerns about the victim’s inadequate medical treatment and alleged interference by Congress MLAs. He urged the government to take responsibility for the victim’s care and accused them of attempting to control the situation.
Five people were injured in a domestic cylinder blast in Yelahanka New Town, Bengaluru, at 7:30 am on Tuesday. The incident occurred in a two-story independent house, and initial findings suggest a cylinder pipe leakage caused the blast. One person with minor injuries has been discharged, while four others remain under observation.
Weather Updates⛅: The India Meteorological Department has forecast mainly clear skies in Bengaluru on Tuesday. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to be around 29 and 16 degrees Celsius, the weather agency said.
