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“I had no illusions about losing popularity – in fact, I almost did it intentionally. A guy from the label said, ‘Are you crazy?’ I said, ‘Yes, but I assume the consequences’”: John McLaughlin’s career outside the lines

Surrounded by genre-breakers from an early age, the Mahivshnu Orchestra mastermind learned quickly about ignoring critics – but never stops reminding himself of his own incapabilities and ignorance

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Zakir Hussain: Life and music that transcended boundaries

“A fearsome technician but also a whimsical inventor,” The New York Times’ description of Zakir Hussain after one of his iconic Carnegie Hall performances in 2009 encapsulated the essence of his life and over 60 years of music.

Newslaundry

Grammys 2024 | Shankar Mahadevan, Zakir Hussain’s group Shakti wins Best Global Music Album award

Indian fusion band Shakti, led by Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain, wins Best Global Music Album at the Grammys for their album ‘This Moment’

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Sangh Parivar outfits are all factories manufacturing lies, says Siddaramaiah

Sangh Parivar outfits accused of manufacturing lies & peddling fake news to benefit BJP & advance communal agenda.

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Fixing the mobility mess in Bengaluru

Radha said, “The government should focus on improving the last-mile connectivity to make public transport more attractive.”Bengaluru commuters rely on metro for last-mile connectivity, but inadequate first- and last-mile access has led to increased use of private vehicles. The Shakti scheme and #Personal2Public campaign have been successful in encouraging public…

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KSRTC to induct 250 ordinary buses; tender called for BS-VI mofussil buses

KSRTC has issued a tender for 250 BS-VI Express buses to cater to rural areas. 3,888 new buses will be procured by 4 RTCs, 620 of which will be KSRTC. BMTC will purchase 840 BS-6 compliant buses and 100 electric buses under NCAP. NWKRTC and KKRTC will buy 286 and…

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Passenger amenities to be shored up at 15 railway stations in Mysuru division by June

Mysuru Railway Division to upgrade 15 stations at ₹385 cr. Works to be completed by June 2024. Passengers to benefit from end-to-end shelter, world-class lounges, furniture, escalators, lifts, etc. Track electrification of 550m near Mysuru Airport pending due to technical issues. Impact of Shakti scheme on railways minimal, assessment of…

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Transport corporations to fill 8,719 vacancies in Karnataka after years of staff shortage

After the Covid-19 pandemic, financially-strained corporations were instructed by the then government to halt regular hiring as a cost-cutting measure.

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Watch | Are women happy with Karnataka’s free bus travel scheme?

A video on Karnataka’s flagship Shakti scheme

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Free ride, free spirit: What Shakti scheme means to women in Karnataka

Women in Karnataka benefit from free bus travel under the Shakti scheme, saving money & gaining freedom. Travellers share their experiences, while some are skeptical & others worry about the toll on the exchequer.

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BMTC conductor suspended for misusing Shakti scheme

On Monday, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) suspended a conductor after a viral video showed him allegedly issuing extra tickets under the Shakti scheme (providing free bus travel for women in the state) for additional incentives

The Hindu

Shakti smart card: Karnataka government proposes fee of ₹14.16, but Transport Minister wants to waive the charge

After the Karnataka government decided to levy a fee of ₹14.16 for the issuance of Shakti smart cards, Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy said that they are currently in talks to eliminate registration fees, with the government covering the associated charges of issuing the smart cards.

The Hindu

Shakti beneficiaries to pay service charge of ₹14.16 per card

Karnataka Cabinet approves Shakti scheme (free travel for women) & purchase of 1,245 buses (₹500 crore) for RTCs. To declare list of drought-hit taluks in next meeting.

The Hindu

KKRTC to refurbish 300 old buses

With the surge in female passengers following the launch of the Shakti scheme, the Kalyana Karnataka Road Transport Corporation has planned to expand the number of buses by refurbishing its 300 old buses to accommodate the growing demand for services in the seven districts of Kalyana Karnataka

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Gruha Lakshmi is a boon against skyrocketing prices, says Minister

BJP held responsible for impoverishment of majority of people in India; Congress govt. in Karnataka launches Gruha Lakshmi scheme to provide ₹2,000/month to every woman head of family; Praja Dhwani Yatra to understand people's concerns; Shakti, Anna Bhagya, Gruha Jyothi schemes also launched to help people hit by rising prices.

Chicago Sun-Times

Thrill of fusing John McLaughlin’s jazz with India traditions keeps Shakti together for 50 years

Quintet will bring its cross-cultural sound to Ravinia.

The Hindu

Congress govt. hits a ton, but challenges remain

The Congress government, led by the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, which has so far implemented three of the five pre-poll guarantee schemes, completed 100 days in office on Sunday without fanfare.

The Hindu

Shakti: Shivamogga division incurs a cost of ₹17.34 crore

Karnataka's Shivamogga division of KSRTC has spent ₹17.34 crore on the Shakti scheme, allowing women to travel free since June 11. Over 76 lakh women have availed the benefit, with the State government to reimburse the expenses. Supervisors have been deputed and additional buses provided to manage the demand.

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77th Independence Day: Mahadevappa highlights Karnataka govt.’s programmes for Mysuru

On India's 77th Independence Day, Minister H.C. Mahadevappa paid tribute to freedom fighters and highlighted Karnataka govt's programmes for Mysuru district. He recalled Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru, Patel, Gokhale, Tilak, Bose, Azad and Ambedkar's role in the struggle, and the contribution of freedom fighters from Karnataka. Govt schemes like Shakti, Gruha…

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Implementation of five guarantees has positive effect on State’s economy: CM

CM Siddaramaiah maintains guarantees positively impacting State economy, increasing GSDP. 35 crore women travelled free under Shakti bus scheme, increasing revenue. 3 guarantees implemented, 4th & 5th to come. BJP desperate, baseless allegations. Congress in power due to welfare & dev promises.

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State govt. committed to implementing five guarantees, says Minister

State govt committed to 5 guarantees promised in Assembly elections; ₹53,000 cr needed. 50 lakh women use govt buses free under Shakti scheme. 1.42 cr families enrolled for free electricity under Gruha Jyothi. BPL families get 5 kg rice & ₹170/month under Anna Bhagya. Plans to strengthen 4 transport corps,…

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KSRTC celebrates 62nd foundation day

Karnataka State Transportation Corporation (KSRTC) on Tuesday celebrated its 62nd Foundation Day and to mark the occasion, 20 new SUVs were inducted into KSRTC’s fleet under the Accident Relief Fund Scheme, and a special edition of the Sarige Sampada, an internal magazine published by the KSRTC focused on the Shakti…

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Karnataka government to reimburse the cost of Shakti scheme to RTCs first week of every month

The Karnataka government has decided to reimburse the cost of the free women travel Shakti scheme to the Road Transport Corporations(RTCs) the first week of every month, starting from August based on the number of “zero tickets” issued to the commuters.

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57 lakh women in Mysuru take free bus rides in June

In a span of 20 days, as many as 57 lakh women availed free travel scheme in KSRTC buses operated by Mysuru division since the launch of Shakti – the first pre-poll promise rolled out by the Congress government.

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Bengaluru auto drivers claim free bus rides for women have hit their business

Auto drivers in Bengaluru claim that the success of the Shakti scheme only meant they were losing business further. Most auto drivers in the city have been seeing a decline in auto bookings, especially on ride-hailing applications, allege autorickshaw drivers’ unions. This comes even as the ridership in RTC buses…

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