The Karnataka government has granted temporary, conditional permission for hosting cricket matches at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, including IPL and international fixtures, subject to strict compliance with safety norms and continuous monitoring by an expert committee.
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) intensified its enforcement efforts against ticketless travel through a statewide drive conducted in December 2025. The operation covered buses operating both within Karnataka and on routes to neighbouring states.