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Moscow Widens Corporate Crackdown, Sending a Warning to EU Firms

Russia is escalating its campaign of state control over foreign-linked businesses, with the Kremlin transferring control of German retailer Metro’s Russian operations in the latest sign that European companies remain exposed to political risk. The move, framed by Moscow as a response to hostile Western policy, appears designed not only to seize assets but also to intimidate other foreign firms still operating in Russia.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy20 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Signpost India Turns Bengaluru’s Majestic Metro Into a Digital Art Showcase

Signpost India has transformed Bengaluru’s busy Majestic Metro interchange into an immersive digital art venue, launching the experience on October 17, 2026, with a midnight soirée titled Stone to Life. The activation signals a growing push to reimagine public transit spaces as high-visibility cultural and commercial platforms, blending urban mobility with experiential branding.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy18 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Signpost India Turns Bengaluru’s Majestic Metro Into a Digital Art Showcase

Signpost India has transformed Bengaluru’s Majestic Metro station into an immersive digital art destination, launching the experience on October 17, 2026 with a midnight soirée titled Stone to Life. The installation signals a growing convergence between public infrastructure, cultural programming, and urban placemaking in one of India’s busiest transit hubs.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 04:01 PM IST

Bengaluru Plans 400-Km Metro Network by 2037, Says Krishna Byre Gowda

Karnataka Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development Krishna Byre Gowda said the city is confronting deep infrastructure and governance pressures, but the state has a plan to address some of its most urgent problems. Among the most ambitious measures is a proposal to expand Bengaluru’s metro network to 400 km by 2037, a scale-up that would place mass transit at the centre of the city’s long-term growth strategy.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 11:55 AM IST

BMRCL Begins Soil Testing on Sarjapur Road for Proposed Namma Metro Red Line

Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited has begun soil testing along Sarjapur Road for the proposed Namma Metro Red Line corridor, marking an early but essential step before construction can begin. The investigation will examine soil composition and underlying rock formations to determine the engineering conditions for the alignment.

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Startups & Venture Capital15 Oct 2026, 07:08 AM IST

Bengaluru Plans 400-Km Metro Network by 2037 as Karnataka Seeks to Ease Urban Strain

Karnataka Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development Krishna Byre Gowda said the state is working toward expanding Bengaluru’s metro network to 400 km by 2037, framing the plan as part of a broader response to the city’s mounting infrastructure pressures. The proposal underscores how the technology capital’s transport needs are becoming central to its economic competitiveness, startup ecosystem, and long-term livability.

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National Governance & Policy13 Oct 2026, 01:41 AM IST

Modi Inaugurates Chennai Metro’s Poonamallee-Vadapalani Stretch, Underscoring Urban Infrastructure Push

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Chennai Metro’s Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch late on Friday, marking a significant addition to the city’s expanding rapid transit network. The newly opened corridor spans about 15 km and includes 11 elevated stations, strengthening connectivity across one of Chennai’s busiest urban corridors. Modi also rode on the metro with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, in a high-visibility moment that highlighted the political and economic importance of urban transport investment. The project is expected to ease congestion, improve commuter mobility, and support the broader fiscal case for infrastructure-led growth in major Indian cities.

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National Governance & Policy12 Oct 2026, 11:36 AM IST

Man Dies After Alleged Seat Dispute on Delhi Metro; Ex-IAS Officer and Son Arrested

A man identified as Pawan Sharma died after an alleged assault following a seat dispute inside the Delhi Metro, prompting police to arrest two accused, including former IAS officer Sanjay Pratap Singh and his son Sidharth Singh. The incident, reported to have occurred on October 8 at the Supreme Court Metro station, has raised fresh concerns about passenger safety, conflict escalation, and accountability in one of India’s busiest urban transit systems.

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National Governance & Policy12 Oct 2026, 10:14 AM IST

Modi, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Flag Off Chennai Metro Phase II Train, Ride Together Ahead of 2026 Launch

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Sunday flagged off the first train for Chennai Metro Rail’s Phase II project and took a short ride together, underscoring the scale and political visibility of one of India’s largest urban transit expansions. Passenger services on the newly launched line are scheduled to begin on October 11, 2026, from 4 p.m., marking a major milestone for the city’s transport network.

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