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Airports witness 7% surge in passenger traffic during November 2025 over same period last year
NEW DELHI: Airports across the country have recorded a 7% increase in passenger traffic during November 2025 as compared to the same month last year, according to the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Air Traffic data for last month has just been released by the Authority. Over 3.79 crore flyers were recorded in the country last month, of which a little over three crore were domestic flyers. The overall international growth in the month was 7.5% (70,60,493 vs 65,69,934) while the domestic growth was 7% (3,79,51,054 vs 3,54,52,122) over the compared month last year. The domestic passenger traffic in relatively smaller airports has been in healthy double digits highlighting the aspiration for air travel among the non-metro population. Despite the negative publicity for Goa due to its taxi monopoly, overpriced hotels and overcrowded beaches, international patronage to the tourist haven has shot up by 31. 4%. A total of 20,479 flyers travelled last month as compared to 15,581 flyers in November 2024. Its domestic patronage has taken a beating with a 10.5% dip in flyers with just 5.4 lakh passengers from other States visiting it last month. The number was 6.1 lakh visitors in November last year. While the biggies have seen moderate growth, relatively smaller airports have recorded a growth of over 30% international passengers in November this year over the patronage witnessed in the same month last year. Bhubaneswar has seen a growth of 30.5% (14,220 flyers) Tiruchirappalli has 39.9% (19,402 flyers), Varanasi 40.4% (16,070 flyers) and Mangaluru 35.4% (76,579 flyers), Indore has doubled its patronage with a 99.9% growth (8,902 flyers as compared to 4,454 earlier) while Pune has seen a 49% patronage with 30,633 flyers. Among the major airports in the country, Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport continues its steady international growth with 6,42,647 passengers, a 27.3% increase in November 2025 vs November 2024. Hyderabad too has seen significant patronage with a 21% growth (4,86,126 flyers). Mumbai has seen a 6.5% (14,61,956 flyers) Chennai 6.1% (5,03,589) growth while Delhi has seen a 3% increase (19,07,845). Domestic picture On the domestic front, these airports have recorded a substantial growth with the patronage figure in the bracket Agra 77% (26470 flyers), Kozhikode 34.3% (16,90,918 flyers); Tiruchirappalli 50.9% (65,297); Tirupati 30.7% (1,08,441); Kannur 35.8% (35,637), Gaya 38.7% (27,862), Belagavi 32.1% (32118) and Indore 26.6% (27862). Hindon airport has seen a 2998% growth! It is 1,22,381 flyers versus 3,950 last November. Adampur (Jalandhar) has seen a 319.7% surge with 13,595 passengers, Rewa has recorded 179.9% surge (949 flyers) Jaisalmer 121.5% growth (43,971) while Bhuj has seen a 110% growth with 26,687 flyers. The Air Traffic Movements (Arrivals and Departures) have seen an increase of 7.3% with 40,909 ATMs recorded in November 2025 over November 2024. The freight growth too is a healthy 15.6% with 337.45 thousand tonnes versus 291.84 thousand tonnes in the compared period.
31st Night Party: 5 Amazing Cities in India to Celebrate New Years Eve
Planning a 31st night party? Discover the top 5 cities in India including Goa, Mumbai, Udaipur, Manali, and Bengaluru to celebrate New Years Eve in style.
Video: Drunk Creta Driver Drags Royal Enfield Bike For 500 Metres In Bengaluru On Christmas Eve
In a drunken driving incident in Bengaluru, a motorcycle was dragged for half a kilometre by a car following a chain collision on Christmas Eve.
Bengaluru Customs to Auction Unclaimed Electronic gadgets
Huge Cache of iPhones, Smartwatches Seized by Customs Up For Auction
VHT: Kohli Makes 77 Against Gujarat; Rohit Suffers Golden Duck Vs Uttarakhand
Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group: Former Indian skipper Rohit Sharma was dismissed for a golden duck in the first over of Mumbai's innings against Uttarakhand in the Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite Group C match here on Friday. Rohit was caught at deep fine leg off right-arm medium pacer Akash Madhwal Bora on the final delivery of the first over, with Jagmohan Nagarkoti completing the catch after fumbling his initial attempt. The 38-year-old opener made a sensational comeback to domestic cricket, scoring a 62-ball century against Sikkim in what was his first Vijay Hazare Trophy match in seven years for Mumbai on Wednesday. He went on to make 155 off 98 in Mumbai's successful chase. Rohit's century marked the former India skipper's 37th in List A cricket, adding to his tally of 33 international centuries for India. On the other hand, talismanic batter Virat Kohli continued his fine form for Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy as he scored a brisk 77 against Gujarat Elite Group D match in Bengaluru. Kohli's innings was laced with 14 boundaries. He stitched a 72-run second-wicket stand with Arpit Rana and combined 24 runs with Nitish Rana, followed by a small 10-run stand with Rishabh Pant, before he fell victim to Vishal Jayswal in the 22nd over. Playing for Delhi in their clash against Andhra Pradesh here at the BCCIs Centre of Excellence on Wednesday, Kohli achieved the milestone of 16,000 List A runs with his first run in the teams chase of 299. Kohli's innings was laced with 14 boundaries. He stitched a 72-run second-wicket stand with Arpit Rana and combined 24 runs with Nitish Rana, followed by a small 10-run stand with Rishabh Pant, before he fell victim to Vishal Jayswal in the 22nd over. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Kohlis last appearance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy came during the 2010-11 season, where he captained Delhi. He would go on to play in the NKP Salve Challenger Trophy in 2013-14 but had not participated in the Vijay Hazare for nearly a decade before this comeback. Article Source: IANS
IndiGo flights cancellation 26 December: Winter fog grounds several flights across the nation
IndiGo has cancelled numerous domestic flights on December 26th due to persistent winter fog and poor visibility impacting operations across North India. Several cities, including Varanasi, Chandigarh, and Guwahati, experienced cancellations due to forecasted bad weather. Major hubs like Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata also saw grounded flights as visibility dropped.
Vodafone Idea hit with 83cr GST penalty, plans legal action
Vodafone Idea has been slapped with two separate GST penalty orders from tax authorities in Mumbai and Bengaluru. The total financial exposure from these penalties amounts to over 83 crore.
Suicides up in Bengaluru between 2022 & 2025; 2,364 cases reported this year
Bengaluru has experienced a heartbreaking increase in suicide rates, witnessing nearly 9,450 deaths from 2022 to November 2025, which translates to about seven daily incidents. The method of choice has predominantly been hanging, with poisoning also being alarmingly common.
Systemic failures, crime, controversy rock Home Dept
BENGALURU: 2025 proved deeply turbulent for Karnatakas Home Department, which came under sustained scrutiny as cases involving police and prison officials, ranging from corruption and criminality to systemic lapses, dominated public discourse. One of the most shocking episodes was the stampede at M Chinnaswamy Stadium during Royal Challengers Bengalurus victory celebrations, which claimed 11 lives and left several injured. The tragedy drew nationwide attention to glaring failures in crowd management during large public events. The state government suspended five police personnel, including the then Bengaluru City Police Commissioner B Dayananda. This was the first time in the states history that a commissioner was suspended. Another case that shook the state was the alleged mass burial in Dharmasthala mid-year. A former sanitation worker claimed that he was forced to bury hundreds of bodies mostly of women and minors, who were allegedly raped and murdered. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed to probe this case. Partial human skeletal remains were found in two of the 17 sites excavated in Dharmasthala. However, the complainant was later arrested on charges of perjury. In January, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah declared Karnataka a Naxal-free state following the surrender of six Naxalites. With this, the Anti-Naxal Force was dismantled. The year also saw politically sensitive cases. Former Hassan Lok Sabha MP Prajwal Revanna, grandson of former prime minister HD Deve Gowda, was sentenced to imprisonment for the remainder of his natural life for raping a domestic worker. BJP MLA and former minister Byrathi Basavaraj was named accused No 5 in the rowdy-sheeter Biklu Shiva murder case in Bengaluru. Home Minister G Parameshwara drew criticism for his remarks over a molestation incident in Bengaluru. He, however, issued an apology, stating that his statements had been misunderstood. Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Shivamogga districts reported many communal incidents. A mob lynched ragpicker Ashraf in Mangaluru in April. Bajrang Dal activist Suhas Shetty was murdered on May 1. Sand transporter Abdul Rahiman was killed on May 27. All this prompted the government to set up a Special Action Force (SAF). The state witnessed several brutal murder cases during the year. In one chilling case, a man allegedly beheaded his 26-year-old wife in Bengaluru Rural district and took her severed head on a scooter to a police station. In another case, a youth from Hassan murdered his friend and uploaded a video of the crime on social media. Mysuru saw a daylight murder near the Dasara Exhibition Grounds, while Mumbai Police busted an illegal drug manufacturing unit operating without the knowledge of Mysuru police. Sensational and filmy-style robberies made headlines. Three masked men armed with country-made pistols robbed over Rs 1 crore in cash and 20 kg gold ornaments worth around Rs 20 crore from an SBI branch in Vijayapura. A bank manager and his two accomplices were arrested in connection with the theft of gold and cash worth Rs 53.3 crore from Canara Banks Managuli branch. In another case, a Rs 7.11-crore daylight heist from a CMS cash van stunned the state, especially after a police constable from Govindapura police station in Bengaluru was arrested for allegedly masterminding the crime. Police misconduct remained a recurring theme. A constable from Kolar and seven others were arrested for kidnapping and extorting Rs 8.80 lakh from a BPO employee in Bengaluru. Eleven police personnel, including an inspector, were suspended for allegedly shielding drug peddlers. A constable attached to the Bengaluru City Police Commissioners office was also suspended for allegedly stealing Rs 11 lakh from a seized vehicle linked to a cybercrime case. The Prison Department drew sharp criticism after videos of inmates, including a serial rapist and a suspected ISIS operative, using mobile phones surfaced in Bengaluru Central Prison. Similar incidents were reported from other prisons in the state. Several warders were arrested for allegedly supplying drugs and mobile phones, prompting the home minister to appoint an IPS officer as chief prison officer. On the reforms front, the state introduced navy-blue peaked caps for constabulary personnel, replacing traditional slouch hats after decades. To strengthen justice delivery, 33 Directorate of Civil Rights Enforcement (DCRE) police stations were set up, while a dedicated Cyber Command Centre was established to tackle the surge in cybercrime.
Karnatakas 2025 governance tested by crime, law-and-order challenges
Good governance begins not with grand visions or welfare announcements, but with the states capacity to ensure public order, personal security, and confidence in the rule of law. Without a stable law-and order environment, economic growth falters, social trust erodes, and democratic institutions weaken. Crime is not merely a policing issue; it is a mirror reflecting the health of governance, institutional integrity, and political accountability. The crime and law-and -order situation in Karnataka during 2025 deserves close scrutiny through a structured assessment of institutional response, political oversight, and systemic trends. High-profile crimes, administrative lapses, and instances of police complicity are not aberrations; they are stress signals in the governance ecosystem. The crime narrative in 2025 was a cumulative stress test of governance, policing standards and institutional credibility. Crime control is inseparable from systemic reform. The conviction of Prajwal Revanna marked a rare assertion of the rule of law over political privilege. It demonstrated that sustained investigation, prosecutorial rigour and judicial resolve can overcome entrenched power. The governments decision to approach the SC in bail-related matters underscored the gravity of the case and the delicate balance articulated by the court between personal liberty and societal interest. Public order failures were exposed by the stampede at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Crowd control is not a peripheral policing functionit is a specialised discipline requiring advanced risk mapping, command clarity and coordination. The tragedy illustrated the cost of treating public safety protocols as procedural formalities rather than enforceable standards. Instances of police involvement in crime and corruption struck at the heart of institutional legitimacy. When internal vigilance is weak and external oversight diluted, deviance finds space. Zero tolerance, transparent inquiry and time-bound disciplinary action are essential, not merely to punish wrongdoing but to protect the integrity of the honest majority within the force. The Rs 7.11 crore daylight robbery in Bengaluru and the SBI robbery in Vijayapura district reflected a dangerous confidence among criminal groups. These crimes exploited predictable security practices and intelligence gaps. They call for reforms in cash-handling protocols, surveillance integration and sharper coordination between banks and law enforcementareas where technological capacity exists but institutional urgency is often lacking. Correctional governance came under scrutiny with allegations of preferential treatment at Bengaluru Central Prison. The SC has emphasised that prisons must function under the principles of equality, dignity and accountability. When incarceration becomes stratified by influence, deterrence collapses and cynicism deepens. Prison reformscovering surveillance, audits and grievance redressalmust move from committee reports to reality. On a positive note, Karnataka Polices sustained drug operations demonstrated improved intelligence-led policing and interstate coordination. Yet, the SC has consistently warned that enforcement without rehabilitation is incomplete. Investment in de-addiction, counselling and community outreach must accompany seizures and arrests if long-term impact is to be achieved. The Dharmasthala mass burial case revived unresolved questions of missing persons and historical crimes. Police need to be credited that they unearthed the conspiracy by the vested interests to malign an institution built over decades.Road accidents and suicides continued to claim more lives than conventional crimes, representing governance failures as much as personal tragedies. There was significant surge in cybercrime, reflecting the broader national trend of digital vulnerabilities alongside rapid technology adoption. Yet, it would be a serious error to conclude that Karnatakas challenges reflect an absence of policing capacity. The Karnataka Police remains a professional force with a strong institutional legacy, that operate under intense political scrutiny, legal constraints, and rapidly evolving forms of crimefrom violent offences to cyber fraud. Where leadership has been firm and operational autonomy respected, outcomes have been better. The issue is not one of competence but of consistencyof clear direction, insulation from extraneous interference, and sustained investment in investigation, technology, and prosecution. The responsibility now lies with both political leadership and police command to translate this strength into measurable outcomes. Let us hope for a more secure and safe Karnataka in 2026.
Newly-wed woman dies by suicide; parents blame husband, his family in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A 24-year-old MBA graduate, who got married last month, has died under mysterious circumstances at her husbands house in Mallasandra under Bagalagunte police station limits. The woman, CK Aishwarya, hailed from Maddur in Mandya district. Her husband, Likith Simha, 27, a diploma holder, has been taken into police custody. Aishwarya was found hanging from the ceiling fan. Aishwaryas parents have accused her husband and his family of having killed her and making it look like a suicide. It is alleged that Aishwarya started facing harassment from the next day of her wedding. Her husband and mother-in-law are accused of telling her parents to take her back home. On Wednesday morning, Aishwaryas parents had come to Likiths house for mediation. Later, they returned to Maddur, after which Likiths brother called and informed them about Aishwaryas death. Aishwaryas body was shifted to Victoria Hospitals mortuary for postmortem. 26-year-old newly-married woman tries to end life A 26-year-old newly married woman, who attempted to end her life, is battling for life in a hospital. The victim has been identified as Ghanavai. She had married Suraj on October 29. Following a demand made by Surajs parents, a wedding reception was held on Palace Grounds on November 23. The couple then went to Sri Lanka for their honeymoon. They had planned a 10-day trip. However, they returned on Sunday within five days. It is suspected that the couple must have had a fight over some personal issue. Immediately after returning, Surajs family asked her parents to take her back home. Upset, the woman attempted suicide by hanging on Wednesday afternoon. The Ramamurthy Nagar police have registered a case. (If you are having suicidal thoughts, or are worried about a friend or need emotional support, someone is always there to listen. Call Sneha Foundation - 04424640050, Tele Manas - 14416 (available 24x7) or iCall, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences' helpline - 02225521111, which is available Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm.)
Bengaluru Central City Corporation appeals to citizens to adopt strays
BENGALURU: Bengaluru Central City Corporation (BCCC) has appealed to the public to adopt stray dogs within its limits. The BCCC, in a release, stated that as part of the welfare and humane management of community (street) dogs within its limits, members of the public, organisations, residents welfare associations (RWAs) and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) are requested to come forward to adopt street dogs. A veterinarian from BCCC stated that there are 30,000 street dogs within these limits, and based on the apex court order, 800 dogs were identified for relocation from schools, colleges, hospitals, hostels, playgrounds, bus stops, depots, parks and other public places. The corporation is now speeding up with the animal shelter at S Bingipura in Bengaluru South City Corporation limits. There is a place, and both Central City Corporation and South City Corporation are building shelters for stray dogs; however, Central City Corporation has come forward with an appeal for adoption, said an official. The official added that many people are looking to purchase breed dogs, and instead, they can adopt street dogs. Dogs given for adoption will undergo a health check-up, vaccination and sterilisation.
Two college students die as govt bus rams bike waiting at signal near Chengalpattu
CHENNAI: Two college students died on the spot and another sustained serious injuries after a state government bus rammed the bike they were riding from behind at the Mahindra City signal near Chengalpattu on Wednesday evening. The police said the bike was waiting at the red signal when government bus heading towards Madhavaram from Villupuram crashed into it. The deceased have been identified as Lokesh (20) of Madurantakam and Sahith Saran (20), both students of a private university at Potheri. Another student who sustained severe injuries is undergoing treatment at a private hospital. The police registered a case and sent the bodies to the Chengalpattu Government Hospital for postmortem. Meanwhile at Kancheepuram, a woman was killed late on Wednesday night when a government bus collided with a car on the Chennai-Bengaluru National Highway near Vellaigate in Kancheepuram. The car, driven by Praveen from Arakkonam in Ranipet district, hit a tanker lorry that cut across the road, following which a speeding Chennai-Dharmapuri government bus rammed into it, crushing it between the bus and the lorry. In the accident, Praveen escaped with injuries, but his wife Pinky was trapped and critically injured. Fire and rescue personnel could pull out her body from the mangled remains of the car only after 30 minutes. She died enroute to the Kancheepuram district government headquarters hospital. The police seized the tanker and the bus, cleared the wreckage with a crane. The traffic along the road was hit for almost half an hour.
Greater Bengaluru Authority invites global tenders for GIS-based master plan
BENGALURU: The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has invited global tenders from consulting agencies for the preparation of a Geographic Information System (GIS)-based master plan for the Greater Bengaluru Local Planning Area. Speaking to the TNIE , the GBA Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao said the plan will include defining what a commercial area is, what residential areas are, and others. A senior official in the GBA said that the plan will include acquiring land on the outskirts for some development projects and development of roads, urban forest, and water supply, as the city population is growing exponentially. Tender eligibility criteria, scope of work, terms and conditions are available from the website of the e-procurement department (http//www/kppp.karnataka.gov.in) The pre-bid meeting will be held on January 9, 2026, at the office of the Chief Town Planner, Greater Bengaluru Authority, NR Square in Hudson Circle, and the last date for the submission of the bid is January 10. V Ravichandar, Civic Evangelist, said the GBA is the local planning authority and they are the right people to initiate the master plan. Under the 74th Amendment, the individual corporation also has to submit their own plans, which become part of the overall plan, which gets meshed with the water supply, electricity, and other agencies that are part of the GBA. GIS-based master plan a good move, says expert The GBA, as a local planning authority, is supposed to synthesize the plans of the multiple corporations, while they can facilitate the exercise through GIS. Finally, the exercises have to be decentralised at the corporate level. Ultimately, it has to be aggregated at the GBA level with other parastatal agencies, Ravichandar said. This is definitely a good move, but at the same time it should be built as a rolling plan. It has to be updated every five years, unlike the existing one which remains static, he added. At present, only Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is the planning authority, which has the power to exercise outside the GBA limits, which is looking into layout plans and revenue generation for the government, but the GBA needs a plan, and hence the government has come out with a notification for a comprehensive plan for 709 sq km, said civic experts.
1 dead, 4 injured as helium gas cylinder explodes near Mys Palace
Kasa kiosks roll out in Bengaluru to tackle garbage black spots
BENGALURU: Kasa Kiosks have begun operating at a few locations in the city, where individuals who miss the regular door-to-door garbage collection cycle can drop off their trash. Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) was planning to set up around 70 Kasa Kiosks (garbage kiosks), majorly aimed at curbing the black spots in the city. As of now, the kiosks have been set up at Kadirenahalli, Pragathipura and Sarabandepalya, and officials from the BSWML said that works are on and soon kiosks would be set up across the city at places where the garbage collection is poor. While citizens welcomed the Kasa Kiosk initiative, they expressed their concerns that the kiosks are manned and that they keep functioning in the future too. It is very common for people, especially in homes where both the husband and wife are working, to miss handing over the garbage when the corporation vehicle comes to their doorsteps every day. For multiple reasons, including the smell from the garbage, for the fear of the trash being spilled all over next to their homes, by cats, dogs and rats, people always prefer to dispose of it at places convenient for them, which eventually becomes a black spot in the area, said Chandru, a resident of Kadirenahalli. He said that the idea of the kiosks is a welcome move, as responsible citizens would head out to the nearest kiosk to hand over their garbage. Officials from the BSWML maintained that the kiosks will operate in two-shifts and based on the composition of the area, the timing of each varies. The kiosks at Pragathipura and Sarabandepalya will be open from 5 am to 8 am and from 12 pm to 3 pm. At Kadirenahalli, it will accept garbage from 5.30 am to 9 am and 5 pm to 9 pm. The kiosks will accept only segregated wastes and have places four coloured bins--green, red, blue and yellow for the collection. Citizens urged BSWML that they give enough publicity on the kasa kiosks, share their location and create awareness that they can hand over their trash here and stop littering.
Bengaluru techie kills wife: How a friends claim of 'divorce notice' sparked trigger
Police are investigating the murder of a Union Bank assistant manager, Bhuvaneshwari, allegedly by her husband, Balamurugan. He claims a divorce notice enraged him, but police haven't found it. Balamurugan confessed to planning the murder for a year, procuring a pistol, and observing her routine before shooting her. Investigations into the weapon's origin and deleted phone data are ongoing.
Newlywed woman found hanging in Bengaluru
Apartment complex in Bengaluru revamps organic waste converter, goes zero-waste
Bengaluru horror: Man stabbed to death by wife after domestic dispute; accused arrested
A 28-year-old man was allegedly stabbed to death by his 27-year-old wife in Bengaluru following a domestic dispute. The couple, married for seven years and unemployed, reportedly argued frequently due to the husband's alleged alcohol and gambling addiction. The incident occurred after a heated argument late Wednesday night.
Karnataka bus accident: Three friends, one trip, and a fire that changed everything
Two booked in Bengaluru for derogatory remarks on HD Deve Gowda, his caste
Revenue dip pushes Bengalurus East Corporation to ramp up property tax collection
Fire & cold: Karnataka crash survivors recall ordeal as ambulances arrive late; 6 dead, 28 injured
Passengers escaped a bus fire near Hiriyur after a collision, facing a long, cold wait for medical aid. Despite quick firefighter response, ambulances were delayed by heavy traffic, leaving injured survivors to rely on locals for initial help and transport to hospitals.
Woman cuts short honeymoon trip, attempts suicide in Bengaluru
Drunk SUV driver drags motorcycle on Summanahalli flyover in Bengaluru, triggers panic
Karnataka bus accident: How a young bus drivers snap decision saved 43 students
Karnataka health minister favours higher interimpayout for accident victims
Navi Mumbai airport takes off with 48 flights, 4k passengers
Navi Mumbai International Airport officially opened its doors with the arrival of IndiGo flight 6E460 from Bengaluru. The new gateway handled 48 flights and over 4,000 passengers on its first day, significantly easing Mumbai's air traffic congestion. Despite initial signage and road access challenges, the airport marks a major expansion for the region's connectivity.
Bengaluru apartment residents lose electricity over vacant flats dues
Bengaluru filmmaker Anooya Swamys short film heads to Sundance Film Fest
Video: Hindutva group disrupts Christian prayer meet in Bengaluru
Hyderabad: In yet another targeted attack towards the Christian community, Hindutva members disrupted a prayer programme in Bengalurus Koramangala area, alleging forced religious conversion. A video of one of their member, Satyanishta Arya, visibly hyped up, is seen confronting a Christian priest and members of the congregation. He repeatedly interrupts the prayer meeting and questions 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 .
Karnataka MLA warns official of slipper fury
Flash strike by platform, gig workers receives lukewarm response; mega strike on New Year's eve
NEW DELHI: The Indian Federation of App-based Transport Workers (IFAT) announced a flash strike on Thursday demanding for better wages and a national policy for gig and platform workers. Nearly 40,000 workers in Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad and Bengaluru participated in the protests. There are nearly one crore platform workers in India. A mega strike has been planned on December 31, which is expected to create disruption in the e-commerce delivery market. Shaik Salauddin, National General Secretary of Indian Federation of App-Based Transport Workers (IFAT) told TNIE , We want the government to come out with a Policy for gig and platform workers with a fixed minimum wage. We are aspiring for a minimum wage of Rs 35 per delivery, when the distance touches upto 4 km. At present, the delivery person gets Rs 7 or Rs 10 or Rs 15 depending on the destination. It needs to be regularised completely. While workers get paid extra for their services on holidays, they demand for a permanent hike in wages. We have decided upon December 31 as the demand for deliveries will be very high around that time and we want the employers to take notice of the protest, Salauddin added. Elaborating on the flash strike, he said, We announced it only yesterday (Wednesday). It takes some time for the message to percolate across the country. A good number did not take part for fear of their employers blacklisting them. By flash strike, we mean workers in a particular zone announcing they are on strike for an hour or two and not carrying out any deliveries during the period. This is the biggest strike we have done so far, he said. In Hyderabad there was a bike rally at Gachibowli Kondapur where over 2,000 workers took part. The revised Labour Codes has mandated bringing the workers into the social security fold. Asked about it, the national president of IFAT, Prashant Bhagesh Sawardekar, said, The reforms have merely been announced. The implementation has not happened. If it is going to take place after ten years, it will not help the struggling workers. ID blocking is a major issue among gig workers. The employee is barred from working for the platform anymore. There is a ten-minute delivery option. Some customer complains it was not done and the ID gets blocked by the company and he cannot work on the platform anymore, he said. Employees of Swiggy, Zomato, Blinkit, Zepto, Amazon and Flipkart took part in the strike on Thursday, he claimed. An official release said the protest was against unsafe working conditions, unfair pay,ID blocking and denial of dignity and social security to gig workers across the country.
Siddaramaiah camp revives Ahinda plank,plans statewide show of strength
Karnataka chief minister change buzz continues as Congress high command avoids clear signal
Virat Kohli Sends Warm Christmas And Happy New Year Wishes To Everyone
Merry Christmas And Happy New: Talismanic India batter Virat Kohli has extended warm Christmas and New Year greetings to fans worldwide, wishing joy and prosperity for the festive season. The former India captain conveyed his message through his Instagram stories on Thursday, when the world was occupied with Christmas celebrations. Merry Christmas And Happy New Year. May this season fill your home with warmth, your heart with joy, and your life with happiness that lasts all year long. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! wrote Kohli in an Instagram post on Thursday. Kohli, who has quit Test and T20Is and now only plays 50-over cricket at the international stage, struck a match-winning 131 to guide Delhi to a four-wicket victory in their Elite Group D clash over Andhra Pradesh in the opening round of the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Wednesday. It was also Kohlis 58th List A hundred with his 131 coming in 101 balls and studded with 14 fours and three sixes, as Delhi chased down a challenging target of 299 in 37.4 overs. The knock also took him past 16,000 List A runs, making him only the second Indian male batter, after the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, to reach that landmark. Kohli, the right-handed batter who only plays ODI format internationally, will next be in action when Delhi face Gujarat in their second round fixture at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru on Friday. The second round matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy, which will be livestreamed on JioHotstar, are Assam vs Jammu & Kashmir and Jharkhand vs Rajasthan. This means that fans wont be able to see Kohlis batting live and will have to rely on the BCCI website scoreboard. The knock also took him past 16,000 List A runs, making him only the second Indian male batter, after the legendary Sachin Tendulkar, to reach that landmark. Kohli, the right-handed batter who only plays ODI format internationally, will next be in action when Delhi face Gujarat in their second round fixture at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru on Friday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score --IANS Article Source: IANS
Bus fires kill 64 nationwide since 2021; Karnataka sees three incidents
This excludes at least six people who were killed after a container truck rammed the Bengaluru-bound bus, triggering a blaze that rapidly engulfed the vehicle and left passengers with little time to escape on Thursday
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Watch: Delhi Woman Suggests Bengaluru Should Be India's Capital, Sparks Debate
The woman, who recently moved to Bengaluru, cited the city's cleaner air and safer streets as the reason behind her suggestion.
WPL 2026: Ticket Sales For Navi Mumbai And Vadodara Games To Begin On December 26
DY Patil Sports Academy: Tickets for the 2026 Women's Premier League (WPL) matches in Navi Mumbai and Vadodara will go on sale from December 26 at 6 pm IST, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said in a statement on Thursday. The WPL 2026 will be played across two venues - DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai and BCA Stadium in Vadodara. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has named District as the official ticketing agency for the fourth edition of the exciting TATA WPL. Tickets can be purchased from the official WPL website, WPL app on Android and iOS, and also on the District website, further said the BCCI. The tournament begins on January 9 when defending champions Mumbai Indians, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, host 2024 winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru, captained by Smriti Mandhana. Navi Mumbai will stage 11 matches till January 17 before the action shifts to Vadodara for the remaining 11 fixtures, including the playoffs. Gujarat Giants will open the Vadodara leg with a clash against RCB, followed by a rematch of the 2025 final between Delhi Capitals, to be led by Jemimah Rodrigues, and Mumbai Indians. Once the league stage concludes on February 1, the Eliminator, contested by the second- and third-placed sides, will be held on February 3. The table topper advances directly to the final, to be played on February 5. Set to be staged for the first time in the January-February window, the WPL avoids clashes with major womens international cricket fixtures after three seasons were held in the February-March slot. Gujarat Giants will open the Vadodara leg with a clash against RCB, followed by a rematch of the 2025 final between Delhi Capitals, to be led by Jemimah Rodrigues, and Mumbai Indians. Once the league stage concludes on February 1, the Eliminator, contested by the second- and third-placed sides, will be held on February 3. The table topper advances directly to the final, to be played on February 5. Also Read: Live Cricket Score The upcoming 2026 season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) is the fourth season of the event, which started in 2023. The Mumbai Indians Women are the most successful team, having won two titles in three years, while the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) is the other team to have won the WPL title. Article Source: IANS
Shreyas Iyer To Undergo Assessment At CoE After Resuming Batting Post Spleen Injury
Sydney Cricket Ground: India batter Shreyas Iyer will be reporting to the Board of Control for Cricket in Indias (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for further assessment of his recovery from a spleen injury, following his resuming batting practice in his hometown Mumbai. Iyer, Indias ODI vice-captain, suffered a serious spleen laceration while attempting to take a diving catch of Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey during the third ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground on October 25. Subsequent scans at a hospital in Sydney revealed internal bleeding that required immediate hospitalisation and intensive care. He underwent a minor surgical procedure to control the bleeding and was closely monitored by local medical specialists in Australia and India, including the Indian team doctor, before his condition improved and he flew back home. Today, Iyer will report to CoE, as he flew to Bengaluru from Mumbai earlier in the day. As of now, theres no clarity on how many days he will spend there. It might take about four to six days for the medical team to assess him thoroughly. After that, the CoE will decide the further course of action and set clear timelines in terms of his total recovery and likelihood of being match fit, said sources familiar with the matter to IANS on Thursday. The encouraging part is that Iyer batted for around 30-45 minutes at the Cricket Club of India (CCI) nets in Mumbai, after starting lightweight gym training nearly ten days ago. Even after batting yesterday, he was reported to be okay and has been feeling better about himself. There were no indications of pain or anything else, said another source tracking Iyers recovery. After that, the CoE will decide the further course of action and set clear timelines in terms of his total recovery and likelihood of being match fit, said sources familiar with the matter to IANS on Thursday. Also Read: Live Cricket Score If its felt that his total recovery requires more time, then Iyer can be told to come back for another assessment after either 10 days or one week. After that, if hes deemed match fit, he could play Vijay Hazare Trophy games for Mumbai. But if that doesnt happen, he might play straightaway in IPL 2026, where he captains Punjab Kings, further said sources. Article Source: IANS
Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya urges Railway Minister to extend Madgaon-Mangaluru VB Express to Bengaluru
IndiGo cancels 67 flights, cites bad weather and operational reasons
Mumbai: Domestic carrier IndiGo on Thursday cancelled 67 flights from multiple airports due to forecasted bad weather and operational reasons, according to the airlines website. Of the 67 cancelled flights, only four were for operational reasons, and the rest were due to forecasted bad weather at various airports, including Agartala, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Varanasi, Bengaluru, among 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 .
Indigo Cancels 67 Flights From Multiple Airports Due To Bad Weather, Operational Issues
Mumbai, Dec 25: Domestic carrier IndiGo on Thursday cancelled 67 flights from multiple airports due to forecasted bad weather and operational reasons, according to the airlines website. Of the 67 cancelled flights, only four were for operational reasons, and the rest were due to forecasted bad weather at various airports, including Agartala, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Varanasi, Bengaluru, among others, as per the website. Aviation regulator, DGCA, has announced the period between December 10 and February 10 next year as the official [] The post Indigo Cancels 67 Flights From Multiple Airports Due To Bad Weather, Operational Issues appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Navi Mumbai International Airport Begins Commercial Operations, Ushering in New Era for Air Travel
Navi Mumbai International Airport Begins Commercial Operations, Ushering in New Era for Air Travel Navi Mumbai, India December 25, 2025 After years of anticipation and meticulous planning, the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) officially commenced commercial operations today, marking a significant milestone in Indias aviation infrastructure development. The airport, a crucial addition to the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), promises to alleviate congestion at the existing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) and cater to the rapidly growing air travel demand. A Long-Awaited Opening The first ever arriving aircraft was honoured with a traditional ceremonial water cannon salute. The first flight to touch down was IndiGos 6E460 from Bengaluru, which [] Navi Mumbai International Airport Begins Commercial Operations, Ushering in New Era for Air Travel
Lokayukta raids properties linked to IAS officer Sarfaraz Khan
Officials unearthed movable and immovable assets worth 14.38 crore during searches at 13 properties linked to Mr. Khan.
Karnataka bus accident: Five bus passengers, truck driver die in collision near Chitradurga
Around 2 a.m., the truck carrying beverages from Maharashtra to Nelamangala near Bengaluru jumped over the road divider and hit the oncoming private sleeper bus heading to Gokarna
Karnataka bus accident: Four bus passengers, truck driver die in collision near Chitradurga
Around 2 a.m., the truck carrying beverages from Maharashtra to Nelamangala near Bengaluru jumped over the road divider and hit the oncoming private sleeper bus heading to Gokarna
Quick commerce unicorn Zepto to file IPO papers tomorrow
Zepto, a Bengaluru-based quick commerce unicorn, is gearing up to pre-file its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) on December 26.
Entrepreneur Aahil Ayaz on his pickleball project
A glimpse into how Aahil Ayaz channelled his experiences in tennis and pickleball to start a business
Bengaluru Man Takes First Flight To Navi Mumbai 'Only To Explore' New Airport
Navi Mumbai International Airport began operations with its first flight from Bengaluru.
ASBL Hosts India's Biggest Real Estate Event Bringing Thousands of its Customers Together
ASBL hosted Indias biggest real estate event - ASBL Family Day 2025 at Anvaya Conventions in Hyderabads Financial District, bringing together thousands of customers and their families in what industry observers are calling the largest customer-focused gathering in Indian real estate history. ASBL Founder and CEO Ajitesh Korupolu with key members of the ASBL journey on stage at ASBL Family Day The scale and intent of the event mark a clear industry first. No other real estate developer in India has organized a customer celebration of this magnitude, positioning ASBL Founder and CEO Ajitesh Korupolu as the only developer to pioneer large-scale post-possession customer engagement at this level. Breaking with Industry Convention Real estate developers across India typically conclude customer relationships at the point of possession. Family Day 2025 challenged that norm by creating a large-scale celebration exclusively for existing customers and their families, long after transactions were complete. Held on December 20, the gathering featured multi-generational programming that began with a ceremonial Diya Pradipanam, followed by cultural performances by Nritya Priya and the Sravya Manasa Dance Ensemble. The evening concluded with dinner, live music by Niraval, The Band, and a DJ night, reinforcing ASBLs focus on community building beyond the sale. What distinguishes this as Indias biggest real estate customer event is not only attendance, but the philosophy behind it. While the industry largely operates on transactional models, Korupolu has championed an approach that views customers as lifelong partners rather than completed sales. Strategic Vision Anchored in Hyderabads Growth During the event, Korupolu outlined ASBLs long-term vision within the context of Hyderabads rapid urban transformation. He shared data highlighting the citys momentum. Hyderabad now accounts for 44 percent of Indias tech employment and 46 percent of new Global Capability Centres established between January and November 2025, surpassing Bengaluru in GCC development. The city has also emerged as Indias data centre capital, representing 60 to 80 percent of the countrys data centre investment value. Infrastructure upgrades through SRDP projects have reduced travel times by 25 to 50 percent. Acknowledging the challenges of fast-growing cities, including longer commutes, shrinking open spaces, and reduced walkability, Korupolu shared ASBLs vision of creating more pedestrian-friendly, human-centred environments inspired by global metropolitan benchmarks. Four Strategic Announcements at Indias Biggest Real Estate Event At the event, ASBL announced several forward-looking initiatives: AAED Design Studio A new vertical focused on human-centred design methodology, reinforcing ASBLs customer-first development philosophy. Non-Convertible Debentures Plans to introduce NCDs as part of the companys capital structure, reflecting a commitment to financial transparency rarely seen in the sector. Public Listing Intent Korupolu revealed the companys long-term intention to pursue an IPO, positioning it as a natural step for a business built on transparency and stakeholder trust. ASBL Founders Club A community platform integrated with the ASBL Homes App, designed for childrens skill development programs, community events, and shared activities, with phased development planned over four years. A Founder Who Engages Differently What truly set Family Day 2025 apart was Korupolus personal involvement. Even hours after his keynote address, he continued engaging directly with families, reflecting a customer-first approach that remains unmatched at this scale in Indian real estate. A home is often a once-in-a-lifetime purchase and the single biggest investment most people make, Korupolu shared with attendees. That understanding carries a responsibility that does not end at possession. Redefining Real Estates Relationship Model Family Day 2025 establishes a new benchmark in Indian real estate, not through marketing alone, but through meaningful relationship building. In an industry where developer-customer engagement usually ends at handover, ASBL has demonstrated the power of creating an ongoing, evolving community that treats customers as extended family. The event raises an important question for the industry: will others follow this model, or will ASBLs approach remain an exception? What is clear is that Indias largest real estate customer gathering has proven both operationally achievable and strategically impactful. About ASBL At ASBL , everything begins with people. Each project is shaped through extensive research and a deep understanding of how families live, grow, and evolve. Recognizing that a home is often the single biggest investment in a persons life, ASBL reflects this responsibility in every planning, design, and location decision. Choosing an ASBL home means becoming part of a community built on the belief that relationships matter long after the sale.
Mumbai gets second airport as NMIA starts commercial flight operations
Mumbai: The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) now has a second airport with the commencement of commercial flight operations at the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) on Thursday. NMIA began operations, with the first flight from Bengaluru, operated by IndiGo, touching down the runway at 8 am. So far, Mumbai was primarily served by Chhatrapati Shivaji 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 .
Chitradurga Bus Accident: Full List Of Passengers Onboard The Seabird Coach Bus
The 'Seabird' bus, numbered KA-01 AE-5217, was traveling from Bengaluru to Gokarna with 32 people on board, including staff. The accident claimed nine lives
Air India Express has launched flights from the new Navi Mumbai International Airport. The airline is operating direct services to Bengaluru and Delhi. This marks a significant step for Mumbai's aviation capacity. Air India Express plans to increase flight frequencies in the coming year. The airline is also enhancing its cabin experience on its aircraft.
KDEM-FKCCI combine to drive cluster-based development beyond Bengaluru
The collaboration will leverage FKCCIs network of over 30 district chambers, alongside KDEMs cluster-led ecosystem initiatives, to drive MSME digitisation, startup growth, investment readiness, and entrepreneurship across non-metro districts in Karnataka
A horrific accident near Hiriyur in Chitradurga district claimed at least 20 lives when a speeding container truck collided with a private luxury sleeper bus, causing it to catch fire. The bus driver reported attempting to avoid the overspeeding truck, but the impact was unavoidable. The cleaner was ejected from the bus due to the force of the collision.
Christmas in Bengaluru: In Bengaluru, there are several hotspots to celebrate this festive joy with your friends, colleagues, family and loved ones. During Christmas, church bells in the IT city mark the season of prayer and celebration. From MG Road to Safina Plaza to Phoenix Mall of Asia, here is a list of places in Bengaluru where you can celebrate Christmas.
A horrific accident on NH-48 saw a fuel tanker collide with a sleeper bus, igniting a blaze that claimed at least nine lives. The tanker jumped the divider, engulfing the bus in flames and trapping passengers. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with the death toll expected to rise. The tanker driver perished, while some bus occupants escaped.
Now boarding: Adani's Navi Mumbai Airport debuts with arrival of IndiGo flight from Bengaluru
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) commenced commercial operations with its first IndiGo flight from Bengaluru touching down at 08:00 hrs, followed by its inaugural departure to Hyderabad. This marks a significant milestone, easing congestion at Mumbai's existing airport and bolstering air travel capacity for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.
Bengaluru: IndiGo issues travel advisory as fog grips IT hub
IndiGo has issued a travel advisory warning passengers of potential flight disruptions in Bengaluru due to dense fog and low visibility. The airline is closely monitoring weather conditions and assisting affected passengers, urging them to check flight status regularly. This advisory comes amidst broader fog-related disruptions across northern India.
11 killed after truck collides with sleeper bus in Karnataka, several injured
The private bus was heading to Gokarna from Bengaluru via Shivamogga, when it was engulfed in flames after the truck collided with it from behind
Karnataka: At Least 10 Killed as Private Bus Catches Fire
The accident occurred around 2 am near Hiriyur on National Highway-48, when the bus was travelling overnight from Bengaluru to Shivamogga
Over 400 emission testing centres shut in Karnataka as hologram sticker supply stalls
BENGALURU: Karnatakas vehicle emission monitoring system has all but collapsed, with over 400 emission checking centres shut across the state, after the Transport department failed to supply hologram stickers for nearly a month. Most of the closed centres are attached to petrol bunks, crippling routine emission testing and leaving thousands of motorists stranded without valid certificates, and vulnerable to penalties. Industry representatives say it is a forced closure of Pollution Under Control (PUC) centres. We had to keep shutters down for the past eight days, said BR Ravindranath, former president of the Karnataka State Petroleum Dealers Association. Of the 2600 PUC centres in the state, a majority are now non-functional. Without hologram stickers, certificates cannot be issued. The crisis is due to a delay in the procurement and distribution of security holograms, a mandatory requirement meant to prevent forgery. The delay has triggered a chain reaction -- centres cannot operate, vehicle owners cannot comply with the law, and enforcement agencies are policing a rule the government itself has made impossible to follow. The disruption comes at a time when the state is pushing for cleaner mobility and stricter emission norms. The impasse exposes administrative bottlenecks and poor coordination within the Transport department. One officer said on condition of anonymity, We have written to the government but they have not cleared it for about two months, citing one reason or other. Now they have sent it to the Finance department and no one knows how long it will take. For about a month we distributed 5 lakh hologram stickers as an emergency measure but now we cannot continue that also. There were complaints that some unscrupulous persons were using fake holograms and continuing to run the emission centres. Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy was not available for comment. With no clear timeline for resolution, pressure is mounting on the government to immediately restore supplies.
Bengaluru police commissioner inspects Christmas, New Year's arrangement on CBD roads
BENGALURU: City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh conducted an extensive field inspection on Wednesday evening along the MG Road-Brigade Road corridor, one of the citys key celebration zones, to review the security arrangements and crowd management measures put in place for Christmas and New Year festivities. During the inspection, Singh reviewed CCTV coverage and live monitoring arrangements, deployment of AI-based crowd movement analysis systems, barricading and access-control layouts, emergency response and evacuation protocols. These measures are intended to enable real-time monitoring, early identification of crowd pressure points, and swift intervention when required. To realistically assess crowd behaviour, field visits were deliberately planned during Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, as these days closely mirror the scale and nature of crowds expected on New Years Eve. Citizens are urged to cooperate with the police, follow advisories, and celebrate in a responsible manner to ensure that everyone can welcome the New Year joyfully and without untoward incident, the commissioner told the media. We went around the central business district in view of the preparations for the new year bandobast. Our officers are already doing it and we are trying to analyse and review whatever has been done and if any more requirements are there, we will look into it. It is done so that the new year is celebrated peacefully. Main emphasis is on women safety and also crowd and traffic control. All this is being done to keep the city safe, Singh told TNIE . The commissioner was accompanied by other IPS officers working in the city police commissionerate.
Man sets woman ablaze for rejecting proposal for daughter in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A man poured petrol and set his partner on fire inside her house in Bhovi Colony in Basaveshwaranagar police station limits, around 1 am on Tuesday. The accused Muthu Abhimanyu (30), victim Geetha Vijay (41), a widow, and her 19-year-old daughter V Sanjana were reportedly staying in the same house. Muthu and Geetha were sleeping in one room. When Sanjana heard her mother screaming, she rushed out of her room and saw her in flames. With the help of neighbours, she shifted Geetha to the Victoria Hospitals burns ward. Geetha suffered 50 per cent burns and is said to be critical. Muthu had escaped. Though Muthu and Geetha were close, he wanted to marry Sanjana, and had started pestering Geetha. They lived in 3rd block near Netaji Ground in Basaveshwaranagar. Geetha was running a provision store, while Muthu had a tea stall. Both were from Tamil Nadu and were staying together for the past three years. They had shifted to Basaveshwaranagar six months ago. A case of attempt to murder under Section 109 BNS was registered against the accused.
Karnataka minority commission chief demands relocation of Kogilu homeless
BENGALURU: Karnataka State Minority Commission Chairman U Nisar Ahmed, who visited Fakeer Layout in Kogilu near Yelahanka on Wednesday, blamed Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) officials for failing to follow due process in slum evictions. He said GBA should have taken measures to prevent encroachment in the first place. The chairman interacted with the victims and heard their pleas, and assured them that the Minority Commission would take steps to address them. Ahmed told TNIE , It is the responsibility of government departments to guard their properties. It first allows the shanties to mushroom. After they spend their hard-earned money on building homes, they reduce them to rubble. He wanted to know where the government departments that carried out the demolition drive, were all these years. Condemning the act, Ahmed said the timing of the demolition is such that the poor are freezing in the cold weather and demanded they be relocated. He termed the demolition of homes inhuman. I have asked the departments concerned to put up temporary shelters and accommodate them at community halls and provide them with food, water and medicine, Nisar Ahmed said. The slum-dwellers, some of whom have erected temporary sheds next to their demolished homes, complained that a ganji kendra (gruel centre) is being set up at Hegde Nagar, which is far. They said GBAs marshals were pressurising them to take their belongings and shift to Hegde Nagar, and declared they would not shift. Chairperson of the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, Shashidhar Kosambe, said a suo motu case was registered and he would be visiting the affected soon to take suitable action. He said he had discussed the demolition with GBA Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao.
Weed removal machine undergoes trial run in Madiwala Lake
BENGALURU: A trial run of the weed removal machine in Madiwala Lake with 208 acres water body at Bengaluru South City Corporation was carried out on Wednesday. Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao instructed the officials to deploy the machine in other lakes as per requirement. The corporation has bought the machine called Rudra Aqua Max at a cost of Rs. 1.28 crore. It has a collection capacity of up to 5 tons. It is equipped with a live GPS tracking system, safety sensors and cameras. The control room can monitor where and for how long the machine is working, said Rao. Madiwala Lake is being developed at a cost of Rs. 15 crore, and other development works including development of childrens play area, installation of street lights, toilets, bridge work are in progress. The Madiwala Lake used to have a boating system. It has now stopped. Rao instructed the officials to check the possibility of restarting boating and developing Madiwala Lake as a tourist destination. A portion of the Madiwala Lake Bund Road work has already been completed and has been opened for vehicular traffic, he said.
Karnataka bus fire: Over 10 feared dead as Bengaluru-Shivamogga bus catches fire in Chitradurga
Karnataka Bus Fire Accident Today: Over ten individuals are feared dead after a private bus caught fire following a collision with a lorry on National Highway-48 in Karnataka's Chitradurga district early Thursday. The bus, en route from Bengaluru to Shivamogga, saw nine passengers escape unharmed. Injured individuals were transported to local hospitals for medical attention.
A 39-year-old bank manager was allegedly murdered by her estranged software engineer husband, Balamurugan, who had planned the killing for months. He reportedly procured an illegal pistol and carried a knife as a backup, later surrendering to police and showing no remorse. The couple had a troubled marriage marked by alleged abuse.
Karnataka tragedy: Over 10 feared dead as Bengaluru-Shivamogga bus catches fire in Chitradurga
A private bus caught fire in Karnataka's Chitradurga district early Thursday, with several feared dead and many injured. The bus was en route to Shivamogga from Bengaluru. In a separate incident, a state-run bus in Tamil Nadu collided with two vehicles after a tyre burst, killing nine people.
Bengaluru horror: Insta pal stalks & assaults woman; held
Delhis Virat Kohli plays a shot during the Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Andhra
Delhis Virat Kohli plays a shot during the Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Andhra, at BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground, in Bengaluru, on Wednesday. (PTI)
Vaishnaw credits Make-in-India push for Bengaluru plant after Rahul Gandhi touts Karnataka ecosystem
The Union Minister thanked the Congress leader for acknowledging the success of Prime Minister Narendra Modis Make-in-India programme.
Permission denied for match at Chinnaswamy Stadium over safety compliance: Ktaka HM
BENGALURU, Dec 24: Karnataka Home Minister G Paraemeshwara on Wednesday said that permission has been denied to host matches at the citys Chinnaswamy stadium as the KSCA, which manages it, has failed to comply with the safety and security requirements. He advised the KSCA to comply with the recommendations of the Justice John Michael Cunhas []
Tech capitals fatal flaw: Bluru streets remain deadly for pedestrians
Land frozen for 17 years, Karnataka high court axes BMICP acquisition
A chillingly planned murder saw a bank manager shot dead by her estranged software engineer husband in Bengaluru. The accused, showing no remorse, confessed to the premeditated act, even carrying a knife as a backup. Suspicions of infidelity reportedly fueled the violence, with the victim's family also alleging abuse against their children.
Monkey fever vaccine delayed by 1 year
IIMBs Y2K batch rediscovers love for campus trees
A 21-year-old woman in Bengaluru was allegedly stalked and assaulted by an Instagram acquaintance. The accused, 29-year-old Naveen Kumar N, reportedly harassed her after she rejected his advances. He intercepted her and her friend, assaulting her. Police arrested Naveen within 24 hours, registering a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
A 28-year-old tenant allegedly set a 45-year-old grocery shop owner ablaze after she refused his proposal to marry her daughter. The incident occurred in Basaveshwaranagar after the owner, Geeta, repeatedly rejected the suspect's advances. Geeta is in critical condition, and police are searching for the accused.
Happy Streets bids farewell to RR Nagar this Sunday
SMVT to get Rs 17-cr upgrade, upkeep still a sore spot
ACP arrested for accepting Rs 30K bribe
WaterAdalatto be held on December 26
BWSSB to hold phone-in programme on December 26
Mumbai Embassy Office Parks REIT has sold two blocks at its Embassy Manyata Business Park in Bengaluru. The deal, valued at 530 crore, involved approximately 376,000 sq ft. EAAA Alternatives' Rental Yield Plus fund acquired the properties.
Hillhouse joins Temasek in race for up to 6% stake in Quest Global
Hillhouse Investment Management is vying with Temasek for a stake in Quest Global. The deal is valued at approximately $4.5 billion. This investment is part of Quest Global's pre-IPO fundraising. A decision on the new investor is expected soon. Quest Global is preparing for a potential IPO and may relocate its headquarters to Bengaluru.
