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Residents of Karnataka’s capital can celebrate the first day of the new year with revelry.

There will be no dry day across Bengaluru city on New Year’s Day.

People can enjoy their parties without any restrictions. Therefore it’s important to note that January 1, 2026 is not a dry day in Bengaluru.

However everyone should be aware that the city police have implemented strict security guidelines for the day.

These include a 1:00 AM deadline for parties and increased patrolling.

Importantly liquor shops, bars and pubs will be allowed to remain open during their standard operating hours.

Unlike national holidays such as Republic Day (January 26) there is usually no ban on alcohol sales across the state on New Year’s Day.

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Students and families across Bengaluru should note that educational institutions will be closed on January 1, 2026 due to the New Year.

Karnataka government considers New Year’s Day a restricted holiday. ​​

The holiday list for New Year’s Day includes CBSE, ICSE and state board schools.

In fact it is observed as a full holiday.

Significantly for many institutions, this day marks the end of the winter holidays.

These winter holidays typically begin around Christmas.

Everyone should be aware that schools are scheduled to resume classes on Friday January 2.

However some schools may extend the holiday through the weekend.

Parents are advised to check their school’s 2026 academic calendar for updates on school reopening dates.

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Police have confirmed that a 26-year-old employee of Biocon Biologics Limited committed suicide on Tuesday afternoon by jumping from the company’s office building in Electronics City Bengaluru.

An investigation has been launched into the incident. Crucially authorities have not yet determined the reason behind this drastic step.

The deceased has been identified as S. Ananth Kumar a resident of Banashankari in South Bengaluru.

He reportedly worked in the finance department of Biocon Biologics and had joined the company approximately six months ago.

Police said the incident occurred around 5 pm at the company’s Electronics City Phase II campus on Hosur Road.

According to initial reports Kumar was seen talking on his mobile phone before heading to the cafeteria area on one of the upper floors of the building.

He then went to the rooftop and jumped. He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital where doctors declared him dead.

No suicide note was found at the scene.

Officials at the Parappana Agrahara police station have registered a case and stated that further investigation is underway to determine the cause of the incident.

Police have not ruled out any possibilities at this stage and are examining CCTV footage and speaking to colleagues and family members.

Biocon issued a brief statement expressing condolences to the employee’s family and stating that it is cooperating with the authorities.

The company added that since the matter is under investigation it would not comment further.

This incident comes amidst growing attention to employee mental health following a separate tragic case involving a newly married couple in Bengaluru that recently made national headlines. Police have reiterated the importance of seeking timely emotional support and urged those facing distress to reach out for help.

If You Need Support

If you or someone you know is struggling with emotional distress or suicidal thoughts, help is available:

• Arogya Vani (Karnataka): 104
• Sahai Helpline: 080-2549-7777

Reaching out can make a difference.

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