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Accident black spots: Overspeeding, negligence, and jumping of signals key reasons for accidents at junctions on Hosur road

Bengaluru's NICE Road intersection saw a minor accident when a BMTC bus hit a car. Police data shows 25 major accidents in 3yrs. Causes incl. speeding, negligence, signal jumping, lack of lane discipline & uneven road. Rumble strips & pedestrian crossings suggested to avoid such incidents.

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Despite a sustainable and engaging model, why are toy libraries finding few takers?

Toy libraries offer cost-effective alternatives to buying new toys, access to diverse selection, and teach responsibility. Despite the advantages, they find few takers. Challenges include cultural mindset of individual ownership and lack of awareness. We look at a few players in Bengaluru such as Toyflix, ThinkBox, Unnati Books and Toy…

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Walk with the wild side: Celebrating PFA’s 36000th rescue in Bengaluru

To celebrate their 36,000th rescue, People For Animals has organised a slew of activities in September to raise awareness on urban wildlife

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Exploring yet another option to solve Namma Metro’s last-mile connectivity issue

Ubiquitous on Bengaluru’s streets, the autorickshaw should have been the most effective last-mile connectivity option. It is a no-brainer, at least on paper. Yet, the lack of an effective price regulatory system has made a mockery of the auto meter, further pushing the city’s unsustainable, explosive growth of private vehicles.…

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Stronger and longer version of the ISL kicks off today

ISL opens 10th season; Indian team under-prepared for Asiad match vs. Bangladesh; AIFF & FDSL need better comms for sport to thrive; Mohun Bagan, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Goa & Odisha look strong; tight battles expected.

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Bengaluru-San Francisco flight delayed for several hours

A San Francisco-bound Air India flight was delayed for several hours at the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) on Wednesday.

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Bitterness out of their mind, Blasters take on Bengaluru in the ISL opener

Kerala Blasters and Bengaluru FC face off in the season-opener of the Indian Super League. Blasters have pushed away bitterness from last year's playoffs walkout and have new players, while Bengaluru has lost some players, including Sunil Chhetri, to the Indian team. Both teams are looking to make the most…

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Bengaluru businessman loses ₹11 lakh to fake KFC franchise website

A 43-year-old businessman from Bengaluru ended up losing ₹11 lakh to a fake Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) franchise website after he did a Google search to buy the franchise. An FIR was registered at East CEN police station.

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Greenpeace India survey reveals support for expansion of bus lanes in Bengaluru

Greenpeace India in its latest report “Relying on bus: Studying the impacts of Bengaluru’s bus lane on bus use” reveals that city’s residents support Bus Priority Lanes (BPL).

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Transgender theatre group to stage play in Kalaburagi on Saturday

Kalaburagi to host play, Halli Hendati Military Ganda, by Ardhanareshwar Kala Abhivruddhi Trust, a Bengaluru-based transgender theatre group, in association with Kannada and Culture Dept. Directed by transgender Swapna Nagaraj, trust to also organise Neevu Yelliddira? by children of Govt. High School at Neelahalli, Sedam taluk.

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BBMP drops recording of immersion of PoP Ganesha idols in Bengaluru city

A day after the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) reported immersion of Ganesha idols made of Plaster of Paris (PoP), it has chosen to drop the same and plainly report immersion of idols without bifurcating data on earthen and PoP idols. The State government has banned PoP idols.

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$ED attaches ₹71.48 crore assets of Hindustan Infracon for failure to give promised return on deposits in Karnataka$

ED attaches ₹71.48 crore assets of Hindustan Infracon for failure to give promised return on deposits in Karnataka

Non-agricultural land and residential properties in Mysuru, Bengaluru and Anantpur in Andhra Pradesh of Hindustan Infracon (India) Private Limited were attached under provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

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Three Hoysala temples of Karnataka inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites

The Hoysala temples in Karnataka have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites, bringing global recognition and prospects of increased international tourism. The temples are known for their ornate architecture, stellate plan, and intricate carvings. The dossier for submission was prepared by INTACH Bengaluru chapter, with the focus now on implementing…

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In a first, Kambala from coastal region set to be hosted in Bengaluru

Kambala, a traditional event of coastal Karnataka, set to be hosted in Bengaluru for the first time on Nov 25. Soil & water test conducted revealed that Kambala can be held at Palace Grounds. Concerns over transporting buffaloes & maintaining their health. Cost & manpower needed to transport & care…

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BBMP to levy penalty of ₹10,000 per tonne for illegal dumping of construction waste, building debris

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) will proactively start levying fines on illegal dumping of building debris and construction waste on the city’s outskirts. Joint Commissioner (Solid Waste Management), BBMP, has directed supervisors, marshals, and junior health officials to impose fines.

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Bengaluru: Guidance value in outer zones and along metro corridors see a big hike

The draft of the new proposed guidance value in Bengaluru shows that properties in outer zones and along metro corridors even within the core city have seen big hikes.

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Bengaluru-Kannur express may be extended up to Kozhikode

Railway Board Chairperson Jaya Varma Sinha has assured MP M.K. Raghavan that the extension of Bengaluru-Kannur express to Kozhikode, infrastructure development for Feroke and Kadalundi railway stations, more stops, and withdrawal of decision to cut down sleeper coaches in trains will be investigated and suitable action taken.

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Accident black spots: Flyover ramps, higher vehicle density leading to accidents on Mysuru Road

During peak hours, around 130 vehicles pass through this junction every minute, noted an official from Byatarayanapura Traffic Police Station explaining the problems at KSRTC junction on Mysuru Road. This is one of the four points identified on Mysuru Road as accident black spots by the Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP).

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Bengaluru Traffic Police identify 60 accident black spots and unveil remediation measures

The Bengaluru Traffic Police have identified 60 accident-prone locations in the city, commonly referred to as “accident black spots,” and have outlined specific measures to enhance safety at these locations. This list will be submitted to the civic agencies responsible.

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Seven leopard cubs die at Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru after virus attack

Seven leopard cubs died in Bengaluru’s Bannerghatta Biological Park due to Feline panleukopenia virus. Officials said the infection was reported on Aug 22 and all seven cubs died within two weeks despite beign vaccinated

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Bengaluru artists find inspiration in the unique form of Ganesha

As the season of clay Ganesha idols, modakas, yummy delicacies, dance, music, and joy has arrived, prominent artists and sculptors in Bengaluru speak of what the much-loved elephant-headed God means to them as a physical form and an abstract idea. For some the icon of Ganesha has been an inspiration…

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DIY Ganesha enthusiasts are a growing tribe

With a focus on eco-friendly Ganeshas for the last few years, many people have taken to making their own idols with clay, shunning the usual practice of picking up a ready-made Plastic of Paris from a store. There are workshops galore held in Bengaluru by government agencies as well as…

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South Western Railway launches cleanliness fortnight

SWR launches Swachhta Pakhwara to ensure mass participation in cleanliness activities. GM Sanjeev Kishore administers Swachhata Pledge to officers & staff. Signature campaign & walkathon held at KSR Bengaluru Station. Plastic Asura & Earth sculpture created to sensitise passengers & public to give up plastic. Field units & frontline staff…

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