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A Bengaluru toddler named Akira has achieved four World Records and three India Book of Records titles. She earned these distinctions before her second birthday through various physical activities. Akira's journey began with kick scootering, which she pursued with great enthusiasm. Her parents provided a supportive environment, allowing her to learn and grow at her own pace.
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CS reviews formulation of cancer care strategy for J&K
Srinagar, Jul 13: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo on Monday chaired a high-level meeting to assess the initial formulation of a comprehensive Cancer Care Strategy for the Union Territory aimed at creating an integrated, accessible and technology-enabled cancer care ecosystem across Jammu & Kashmir. Among others, the meeting was attended by Director, SKIMS; Mission Director, National Health Mission; Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Chandigarh; Principals of Government Medical Colleges; Director, Health Services, Kashmir/Jammu; Faculty Members of GMCs and other senior officers of the Health & Medical Education Department. The strategy, prepared by the Health & Medical Education Department in consultation with leading oncology experts and national institutions, envisages a holistic framework covering cancer prevention, early detection, screening, diagnosis, treatment, palliative care, research, capacity building and digital health interventions. Reviewing the proposed roadmap, the Chief Secretary observed that cancer is emerging as a major public health challenge and called for a coordinated, evidence-based and patient-centric response to improve health outcomes across the Union Territory. He directed the department to ensure time-bound implementation of all proposed interventions through effective institutional coordination, regular monitoring and measurable outcomes. The Chief Secretary underscored the importance of establishing a robust preventive oncology framework across all Government Medical Colleges in the Union Territory to promote early detection and timely intervention against cancer. He stressed the need for simultaneously strengthening both human resource capacity and the requisite healthcare infrastructure so that quality diagnostic and treatment facilities are made available closer to the patients, thereby minimizing the need for travelling to distant facilities. He directed the Health Department to undertake a phased capacity-building programme by training the required specialist manpower, including Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)-certified personnel, while concurrently upgrading the necessary medical equipment and infrastructure in all medical colleges. He observed that these interventions would significantly enhance the quality and accessibility of cancer care services across Jammu & Kashmir. The Chief Secretary further instructed that the entire strategy should be implemented in a well-defined, phase-wise manner over the coming years to ensure equitable distribution of oncology facilities across the Union Territory. He also directed each of the expert committees constituted under the Cancer Care Strategy to prepare detailed, time-bound implementation plans within their respective domains. He said that these implementation plans should be examined and harmonised by the Apex Committee chaired by Dr. Sudeep Gupta, Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), Mumbai and other experts here to ensure their technical soundness, feasibility and effective execution. Highlighting the strategic collaboration with the Tata Memorial Centre, the Chief Secretary observed that the partnership with one of the country's premier cancer care institutions would provide invaluable technical guidance, facilitate adoption of national best practices and significantly accelerate the implementation of the Cancer Care Strategy on the ground, ultimately leading to improved patient outcomes across Jammu & Kashmir The meeting was informed by MD, NHM, Akriti Sagar that a Steering Committee-cum-State Cancer Registry Coordination Unit has already been constituted to establish a robust Population-Based Cancer Registry (PBCR) and Hospital-Based Cancer Registry (HBCR) network across Jammu & Kashmir. She added that the initiative would facilitate systematic collection of cancer incidence data, strengthen disease surveillance and support evidence-based planning under the National Cancer Registry Programme. The MD further informed that following the notification declaring cancer as a notifiable disease in the Union Territory, the Government has initiated the process for executing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Institute of Non-Communicable Disease Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE), Bengaluru, for technical support in establishing a modern cancer registry system here. The meeting also reviewed the existing oncology infrastructure available in the Union Territory, including the State Cancer Institute at Government Medical College Jammu, SKIMS Soura, Government Medical College Srinagar, AIIMS Vijaypur, newly established Government Medical Colleges and district-level Day Care Chemotherapy Centres established under the National Health Mission. To strengthen diagnostic capabilities, the strategy proposes establishment of advanced Molecular Oncology Laboratories across Government Medical Colleges equipped with modern technologies including molecular pathology, immunohistochemistry, genomic profiling and next-generation sequencing. The meeting was apprised that proposals have already been submitted to ICMR under the DiaMONDs Project for establishment of molecular oncology laboratories in selected medical colleges while additional funding support is being explored for expansion across the UT. The strategy also recommends augmentation of cancer imaging facilities through phased establishment of mammography units, PET-CT scanners, MRI facilities, gamma cameras and endoscopy services to ensure timely diagnosis and improve early detection of various cancers. The Chief Secretary reviewed proposals for strengthening cancer treatment services through expansion of radiotherapy infrastructure, enhancement of surgical oncology services, establishment of additional Bone Marrow Transplant and Stem Cell Transplant facilities and creation of multidisciplinary oncology teams across major tertiary healthcare institutions. The meeting further reviewed proposals for extensive Information, Education and Communication (IEC) campaigns through print, electronic and digital media, schools, Panchayati Raj Institutions, Anganwadi Centres and community-based platforms to promote awareness regarding cancer risk factors, warning signs, screening services and healthy lifestyle practices. As proposed the Cancer Care Strategy seeks to build an integrated continuum of care covering prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, palliative care and research, with the ultimate objective of reducing cancer burden, improving survival outcomes and ensuring equitable access to quality oncology services for the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
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From Soil to Sensors: How Artificial Intelligence Is Revolutionising Indian Agriculture
Imagine walking through a coconut orchard in Tamil Nadu where every tree is monitored by solar-powered sensors, irrigation happens automatically when the soil dries out, and a farmer can track water usage, fertiliser needs and crop healthall from a mobile phone. This isn't science fiction. This is the new reality of Indian agriculture, and it's happening right now. Meet Rajaratnam Kanakarajan, a coconut farmer from Pollachi, Tamil Nadu. Two years ago, he was struggling with unpredictable yields and rising input costs. Today, after adopting an AI-powered precision farming system developed by the agritech startup Farm Again, his coconut yield has doubledfrom 80 to 160 nuts per tree per year. His annual income jumped from 12.16 lakh to 33.82 lakh. And he's not alone. According to a report by NITI Aayog (2025), over 3,500 farmers across 4,000 acres in Tamil Nadu are now benefiting from this technology, collectively saving more than 400,000 cubic metres of water and 175,000 kWh of energy annually, while avoiding approximately 20,000 tonnes of CO emissions. The locally developed technology also reduced the implementation cost from 25 lakh per acre for imported systems to just 2.5 lakh per acre, making precision agriculture more affordable for Indian farmers (NITI Aayog, 2025). This is the story of how Artificial Intelligence is transforming traditional agriculture into something smarter, more sustainable and far more profitable. The Perfect Storm: Why Agriculture Needs AI Now Here's the challenge we're facing: the global population is expected to reach approximately 9.7 billion by 2050, and according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO, 2023), agriculture will need to produce nearly 50 percent more food than current levels. At the same time, India's agricultural land has been shrinkingfrom a peak of 184.8 million hectares in 1975 to approximately 179.9 million hectares today (Land Use Statistics at a Glance, 2023)while the country's population has ballooned to 1.45 billion (Worldometer, 2025). Nearly 735 million people worldwide currently suffer from undernourishment, highlighting the persistent challenge of food insecurity (FAO, 2023). Meanwhile, farmers are disappearing from fields. According to the World Bank Employment in Agriculture Database and Periodic Labour Force Survey reports, the share of India's workforce engaged in agriculture has dropped from 59.1% in 1991 to 40.6% in 2020, and it's projected to fall to about 32% by 2030 (World Bank, 2024). Labour shortages during critical operations like sowing, harvesting and weeding are becoming a crisis. Traditional farmingrelying on guesswork, uniform application of water and chemicals and labour-intensive methodssimply cannot meet these challenges. As Wolfert and colleagues (2017) observed in their comprehensive review published in Agricultural Systems, the integration of Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Artificial Intelligence enhances farm decision-making, improves operational efficiency and promotes sustainable agricultural production. The scope of Big Data applications in smart farming, they noted, goes beyond primary productionit is influencing the entire food supply chain (Wolfert et al., 2017). What Exactly Is AI Doing in Agriculture? Think of AI as a super-smart farming assistant that never sleeps. It analyses data from sensors in the soil, cameras on drones, satellites in space and weather stations in the field. Then it tells farmers exactly what to do: when to water, how much fertiliser to apply, where pests are hiding and even when to harvest. Liakos and colleagues (2018) conducted a comprehensive review of machine learning applications in agricultural production systems and categorised them into four major areas: crop management, livestock management, water management and soil management. Their findings, published in the journal Sensors, demonstrated that by applying machine learning to sensor data, farm management systems are evolving into real-time AI-enabled programs that provide rich recommendations and insights for farmer decision support and action (Liakos et al., 2018). The numbers speak for themselves. Subeesh and Mehta (2021), writing in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, documented that AI-driven precision agriculture can increase crop yields from 3.8 to 5.5 tonnes per hectare while reducing water consumption from 6,650 to 4,000 cubic metres per hectare, fertiliser use from 305 to 180 kg per hectare and pesticide use from 18.5 to 7 litres per hectare. Net returns nearly doublefrom 940 to 1,860 per hectarewhile carbon emissions decrease from 3,650 to 2,100 kg COe per hectare (Subeesh & Mehta, 2021). These findings highlight that AI-based precision agriculture enables higher yields with fewer inputs, greater profitability and improved sustainability compared to conventional farming. Real Farmers, Real Results Across India, agritech startups are proving that AI isn't just for Silicon Valleyit's for the villages of Maharashtra, the paddy fields of Punjab and the coconut groves of Tamil Nadu. Take Fasal, a Bengaluru-based startup founded in 2017. Their device, Fasal Kranti, equipped with over 12 sensors, monitors climatic and soil parameters and provides farmers with precise recommendations on irrigation, pest management and crop planning. Deployed across 10,000 acres in states like Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, the results have been remarkable: farmers have reported up to a 60% reduction in pesticide costs and a 40% increase in yield. The technology has saved over 52 billion litres of water. Then there's Cultyvate, another Bengaluru-based startup that tackles one of Indian agriculture's most urgent problems: inefficient water use in paddy cultivation. Paddy fields consume over 50% of India's irrigation water. Cultyvate's remote-sensing irrigation system combines soil moisture sensors, flow meters, weather data and AI algorithms to monitor real-time field conditions. Farmers receive mobile alertsvia voice calls in regional languages, so even those who can't read can understandtelling them exactly when and how much to irrigate. The result? Water use reduced by up to 50%, yields improved by 2030% and over 3,080 crore litres of water saved. In Andhra Pradesh, a pioneering collaboration between Microsoft and the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) demonstrated the transformative potential of AI in agriculture. The Sowing App, developed using Microsoft's Cortana Intelligence Suite including Machine Learning and Power BI, sent sowing advisories to farmers on the optimal date to sow based on weather conditions, soil and other indicators (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). The results, announced in January 2017, showed a remarkable 30% higher average yield per hectare for groundnut crops. Farmers who followed the advisories and sowed in the recommended period achieved significantly better yields, while those who sowed earlier suffered losses due to a long dry spell (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). The Robots Are ComingAnd That's a Good Thing Remember when the idea of robots on farms sounded like something from a sci-fi movie? That future is already here. According to the International Federation of Robotics (IFR, 2024), the global agricultural robot market has grown exponentially, from approximately US$956 million in 2013 to nearly US$19.1 billion in 2020, reflecting the increasing demand for intelligent robotic systems in modern agriculture. Drones, autonomous tractors, robotic harvesters and AI-powered weeders are becoming increasingly common. The most rapid expansion occurred after 2016, when advancements in Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, sensors and autonomous navigation systems accelerated the commercialisation of agricultural robots (IFR, 2024). In India, engineering student Rahul Arepaka has developed 'Rakshak,' an AI-powered laser-weeding robot that removes the need for chemical herbicides and manual labour. The tractor-mounted device autonomously targets weeds using deep learning algorithms and blue laser technology. These technologies aren't replacing farmersthey're empowering them. By automating labour-intensive tasks, AI frees up farmers to focus on higher-value activities like crop planning and marketing. Samuel and Irtwange (2025), writing in the Journal of Agricultural Informatics, concluded that machine learning applications contribute substantially to yield improvement, resource optimisation, and cost reduction in agricultural systems, emphasising the growing importance of predictive analytics in agricultural decision-making (Samuel & Irtwange, 2025). From Water to Wealth: The Economics of AI Farming Let's talk money. Because ultimately, farmers adopt new technologies when they make economic sense. The economic benefits of precision agriculture are well-documented. According to a joint study by Microsoft and ICRISAT (2017), precision agriculture improves farm profitability by 1525% while reducing production costs by 1030% through efficient use of inputs. It promotes resource conservation, achieving 2050% water savings and 1530% fertilizer savings, while reducing pesticide application by 2080% and nutrient losses by 1540% (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). Environmental sustainability is further enhanced through a 1020% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Technologically, precision agriculture enables real-time crop monitoring with 9097% disease detection accuracy, reduces labour requirements by 2040% through automation and supports predictive farm management with 8595% yield prediction accuracy (Microsoft & ICRISAT, 2017). In Andhra Pradesh, according to a report by IndiaAI (2019), machine learning-based farming increased gross revenue from 1,25,000 per hectare to 2,87,500 per hectare. Net income rose from 70,000 to 2,00,000 per hectare (IndiaAI, 2019). The report further noted that the adoption of machine learning technologies in agriculture is creating new skilled and semi-skilled employment opportunities, including positions for data collection technicians, precision irrigation specialists, digital extension workers, sensor installation workers, drone operators, software support staff and AI data analysts (IndiaAI, 2019). These aren't marginal improvements. They're transformative. The Government Steps In Recognising the potential of AI, the Government of India has launched several initiatives to accelerate its adoption. The Digital Agriculture Mission, approved in September 2024 with an outlay of 2,817 crore, aims to create a Digital Public Infrastructure for agriculture. Under AgriStack, over 70 million Farmer IDs have already been generated across 17 states (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The Krishi Decision Support System integrates satellite, weather and soil data to map crops and cultivated areas (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). In February 2026, the government launched Bharat-VISTAAR, a multilingual AI-based agricultural advisory platform that provides farmers with personalised recommendations on crop planning, input management and risk mitigation. Farmers can access the platform by dialling 155261 from any phone and interacting with an AI assistant named 'Bharati' (Ministry of Finance, 2026). Kisan e-Mitra, an AI-powered voice-enabled chatbot launched in 2023, provides farmers with information on government schemes like PM-KISAN, Kisan Credit Card and Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. Available in 11 regional languages, the platform handles over 8,000 farmer queries daily and had responded to more than 93 lakh farmer queries by December 2025 (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The World Economic Forum (2025) highlighted the role of AI in strengthening climate resilience, improving resource efficiency and enhancing market access for smallholder farmers, suggesting that AI-driven agricultural solutions can support sustainable rural development and improve farmers' livelihoods (World Economic Forum, 2025). The Road Ahead: Challenges and Opportunities Of course, the transition to AI-powered agriculture isn't without challenges. High initial investment costs, limited digital infrastructure in rural areas, data privacy concerns and digital literacy gaps remain significant barriers (Subeesh & Mehta, 2021; Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). But the momentum is undeniable. Precision agriculture adoption in India is projected to increase from just 1% in 2008 to approximately 95% by 2036. The agricultural sector is expected to reach $300 billion by 2030. The vision is ambitious but achievable: AI-enabled agriculture that ensures every acre becomes more productive, every drop of water more valuable and every farmer more prosperous. As the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (2026) documented, AI-enabled advisory services, pest surveillance systems and digital agriculture initiatives across India have demonstrated the potential of AI and IoT technologies in improving agricultural productivity and farm management (Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, 2026). The Bottom Line Artificial Intelligence is not just another tech buzzword. It's a practical, proven solution to some of agriculture's most pressing challenges. From the coconut groves of Tamil Nadu to the paddy fields of Punjab, AI is helping farmers produce more with lessless water, less fertilizer, fewer pesticides and less labour. The farmer of tomorrow won't just be someone with a plough and a pair of hands. They'll be someone with a smartphone, a network of sensors and an AI assistant that helps them make smarter decisions every single day. And that's not just good for farmers. It's good for all of us who depend on the food they grow. (The authors are associated with Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu, SKUAST-Jammu)
Rant and Roast: Can we just meet this weekend?
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Birth certificates to e-Khata: SIR leaves routine services crawling
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Congress leadership set to discuss Karnataka Cabinet expansion
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Women allege multi-crore fraud by self-help group in Bagalkot
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A tragic incident involving a 21-year-old woman who took her own life occurred just four months after her wedding. In a heart-wrenching note, she accused her husband and sister-in-law of relentless harassment. Her family claims they faced ongoing dowry demands from her husband's relatives. Reports suggest the couple had a dispute on the morning of the tragedy.
Hyderabad Police crack interstate hash oil network, seven held
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad City Police busted two major interstate drug trafficking networks in two separate raids across the city, seizing 24.956 litre of hash oil worth Rs 3.12 crore. A total of seven people, including five drug peddlers and two consumers, have been arrested. In a press briefing on Monday, July 13, City Police Commissioner Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The Karnataka Philately Passport offers travellers a unique way to document their journeys. This collector's booklet allows users to collect special pictorial cancellations from various destinations. Demand for the limited-edition passports has surged, with many queuing early for them. The trend combines sightseeing with a fun treasure hunt for authentic experiences. This modern approach to philately is attracting a younger audience to collect memories.
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India's first bullet train section will begin phased passenger operations by August 2027. This significant milestone promises faster domestic travel and improved connectivity for travelers. The Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor uses Japanese Shinkansen technology and is partially funded by JICA. Hyderabad is designated as a key junction for three proposed high-speed rail corridors. These future corridors will connect Hyderabad to Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, and Chennai.
GCC Summit 2026 Bengaluru on 15 July 2026 at the Sheraton Brigade Gateway Yeshwantpur Bengaluru, bringing together more than 500 delegates, 200+ Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and multinational enterprises, and 30+ renowned industry leaders and experts for one of Indias most significant gatherings dedicated to the future of Global Capability Centers. The first of its kind leadership summit is being organised by Maxpo Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. with the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) as the Strategic Partner, reinforcing Karnatakas leadership in Indias rapidly expanding GCC ecosystem. Adding significant policy and government perspective to the summit, the event will witness the participation of distinguished dignitaries including Shri L. K. Ateeq, IAS, Finance Advisor to the Honble Chief Minister, Government of Karnataka, Dr. Avinash Menon Rajendran, IAS, Managing Director, Department of Electronics, Information Technology, Biotechnology & Science & Technology, Government of Karnataka, Mr. Sanjeev Kumar Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), and Smt Joohi Smita Sinha, Chief General Manager, State Bank of India, Bangalore Circle, who will deliver keynote addresses on Karnatakas vision, policy framework and the states continued emergence as the worlds leading destination for Global Capability Centers. With India today hosting over 1,800 Global Capability Centers supporting global enterprises and employing millions of professionals across technology, finance, engineering, operations and business functions, the summit comes at a pivotal time when GCCs are evolving from traditional delivery centres into global innovation, R&D and strategic business hubs. Bengaluru, recognised as Indias GCC capital, continues to attract global investments owing to its deep technology ecosystem, world-class talent pool and robust innovation landscape. The day long summit will feature keynote addresses, executive panel discussions, leadership dialogues, curated networking sessions, strategic roundtables and business matchmaking opportunities, enabling delegates to exchange actionable insights, build strategic partnerships and collectively shape the future of enterprise transformation. Industry leaders representing globally recognised organisations including Google, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Bayer, Sanofi, BNY, Deloitte, EY, AstraZeneca, State Street, SAP, Siemens, HSBC, Boeing, TCS, UIDAI, KPMG, Merck Group, Ferguson, eBay, LPL Financial, Zinnov and several other leading enterprises are expected to participate in discussions spanning AI adoption, digital transformation, cybersecurity, talent development, innovation-led growth and Indias evolving role in global enterprise leadership. The summit will also include an exclusive exhibition showcase featuring technology providers and ecosystem partners, offering participants opportunities to explore cutting-edge enterprise solutions while engaging with business leaders driving the next wave of GCC transformation. Speaking ahead of the summit, Inayath Sait, Chairman & Managing Director, Maxpo Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd., said, Global Capability Centers have evolved beyond operational excellence to become strategic drivers of innovation, business transformation and enterprise growth. GCC Summit 2026 Bengaluru is designed to bring together the leaders, visionaries and decision-makers who are shaping this evolution. Our goal is to create a platform where meaningful conversations lead to new ideas, strategic partnerships and opportunities that will define the future of the GCC ecosystem. With strong participation from government, industry and global enterprises, this summit will reinforce Bengalurus position as the epicentre of the worlds GCC movement while creating new opportunities for collaboration and innovation. GCC Summit 2026 Bengaluru will be held on 15 July 2026 at the Sheraton Brigade Gateway Yeshwantpur Bengaluru, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The one-day summit will bring together global enterprise leaders, GCC executives, policymakers and technology innovators for strategic discussions on the future of Global Capability Centers. About Maxpo Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. Maxpo Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. is a leading exhibition and conference organiser committed to creating high-impact industry platforms that foster business growth, knowledge exchange and strategic collaboration. With a strong portfolio spanning technology, healthcare, biotechnology, education, enterprise innovation, PropTech and emerging industries, Maxpo has successfully connected thousands of business leaders, policymakers, investors, innovators and solution providers through world-class conferences, exhibitions and leadership summits. Through industry-focused initiatives, Maxpo continues to play a pivotal role in enabling partnerships, accelerating innovation and supporting Indias evolving business ecosystem.
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In 25 years, urbanisation in Bengaluru has expanded by over 87%, resulting in a 30% cut in area occupied by lakes.
Fake gold loan scam busted in Shivamogga; Kingpin Rahul arrested
Shivamogga: Police have busted a major fake gold loan racket in Shivamogga that allegedly cheated nationalised banks and cooperative institutions of lakhs of rupees by pledging counterfeit gold ornaments. Days after arresting one of the accused, Lokesh, Doddapete police have now apprehended the alleged kingpin, Rahul, while efforts are underway to trace the remaining accused. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Free RTC City ride for Bengaluru-bound travellers wins praise
Hyderabad: Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) move to provide free bus connectivity for passengers travelling to Bengaluru is gaining praise. The initiative, aimed at improving end-to-end travel, has led to additional 60-70 ticket bookings daily, according to the corporation. The corporation launched the a facility under which passengers holding a valid TGSRTC ticket to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Farah Khan, Ranveer Brar, and Sunil Grover make an appearance in Bengaluru food festival
The Flipkart Food Fest 2026 brought together celebrity chefs, along with food brands and culinary experiences in a two-day event
Karnataka governor suspends KPSC chief over daughters' recruitment row
Karnataka governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot suspended KPSC chairperson Shivashankarappa S Sahukar on Monday. This action followed allegations of nepotism in his daughters' appointments as officers. Union minister Pralhad Joshi had requested an impartial probe into the recruitment irregularities. The KPSC secretary's report also flagged concerns regarding the selection process. The governor has now referred Sahukar's impeachment to the President of India.
Santaana Fertility Expands its Network across Bengaluru in partnership with Magnet Hospitals with an investment of INR 50 Cr
The Bengaluru Mercedes incident is just the tip of India's massive parking nightmare
India faces a significant civic problem with widespread illegal vehicle parking. Rapid vehicle ownership growth has outpaced parking infrastructure development across cities. Pedestrians are often forced off footpaths due to encroaching vehicles and other obstructions. Enforcement of parking rules remains inconsistent, encouraging repeat violations by drivers. Addressing this requires better infrastructure, consistent enforcement, and public cooperation.
A food vlogger reported a frightening ordeal with a Flipkart delivery agent on Saturday. The agent allegedly forced his way into her washroom and exposed himself to her. Police arrested the 22-year-old delivery agent from Belagavi district on Sunday. Flipkart stated they terminated the agent's engagement and are reviewing safety processes. The woman shared her experience online to create awareness about such incidents.
Delivery agent barges into woman's Bengaluru flat, flashes her
A Bengaluru food vlogger reported a frightening incident involving a delivery agent. The agent allegedly forced his way into her washroom and exposed himself. Police arrested the 22-year-old delivery agent, Vijay Mallikarjun Kamat, following the complaint. Kamat claimed he only needed to use the washroom and denied exposing himself. Flipkart confirmed the termination of the delivery partner's engagement after the incident.
Food apps bet on everyday Rs 200 meal
National Investigation Agency arrests two more absconders in Praveen Nettaru murder case
Dont force passengers out of bus for lack of change: Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation
A Bengaluru Footpath Padayatra
Fitness, music and art bring Whitefield to life
TCS reshuffles leadership across key verticals, markets
Teen found murdered after partying at park in Bengaluru; friend arrested
Survey finds 81% of residents oppose Mysore Lamps convention centre
2 Pakistan nationals with Indian IDs arrested in Karnataka
NIA arrests two absconders in Praveen Nettaru murder case
Resident moves Lokayukta over deed amendment, alleges delay in action by sub-registrar
Bengaluru Milk Union Ltd contractor booked for stealing ghee, paneer
Alleges They Violate Spirit Of Supreme Court Directions
Bengaluru police seize 5kg of MDMA, nab foreign national
CPI(M) submits 16-point memorandum, seeks halt to street vendor evictions, flags SIR concerns
A Bengaluru homebuyer has been waiting over six years for promised amenities after paying 40 lakh for an apartment. He approached Karnataka RERA for relief and partly won the case. Here's what you can do if it happens to you.
Bengalurus humid spell breeds trouble as fungal infections climb
Bengaluru hosts first completely plastic-free climate action walk and run
The Quad at Bengaluru airport getting bigger and better
SIR: Not even 0.5% submit enumeration forms online amid website glitches
Voters complain of continuous glitches and server issues on theECINetportal, making the online process difficult
