Bengaluru's Uttarahalli Road to go signal-free, widening work set to resume soon
BENGALURU: The Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Ltd is all set to resume work on widening the Uttarahalli Main Road, popularly known as Dr Vishnuvardhan Road, and make it a signal-free corridor. The stretch falls under the Bengaluru West City Corporation limits of Greater Bengaluru Authority. Once the asphalting of the 3.4-km stretch is completed, traffic on Kengeri, Mylasandra, Kanakapura Road and Mysuru Road will ease significantly. The stretch will provide seamless travel for motorists heading from Mysuru Road to Kanakapura and vice-versa. As per officials, the work worth Rs 51 crore involves acquiring 133 properties, including that of an elected representatives. About 15 of the property owners have already come forward for transferable development rights (TDR) and four owners have received the TDR. The remaining owners have said that if only the official notification is issued to acquire the property, they will also come forward. If all goes well, we will start work by Sankranti and complete the work in six months, said a senior engineer with B-SMILE. The engineers were earlier with the project department of the erstwhile Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and completed the excavation and utility from JSS Academy of Technical Education College side to Adithya Bakery, and the road work was done only up to 1 km. However, the work on the 2.4-km stretch was stopped due to the issue of trees and 133 property owners raising objections. The permission from the then BBMP forest department, and later convincing 133 property owners was a big task. After exploring all the options regarding the trees, the work order for their removal will be issued shortly. Meanwhile, B-SMILE, which is executing the project, has paid Rs 14 lakh to Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) for relocation of its electric poles on the stretch, said the engineer. As per B-SMILE, the project, part of the 2015 Revised Master Plan (RMP) executed under the chief ministers Navanagorathana scheme, includes developing the 24-metre width road with 1-metre width centre median, 1.5 metre of footpath on both sides and 8.5 metre of carriage on each side. This work will come under the blacktopping concept and its thickness will not be compromised. By August 15, we plan to inaugurate the stretch, said a senior engineer from B-SMILE. While the work is going on, traffic will not be stopped on both ways. Now, near Mysuru Road Junction, we are witnessing slow-moving traffic. Once the project is complete, it will be signal-free for motorists heading towards Kanakapura Road from Mysuru Road, the engineer added.
Student dies by suicide, alleges blackmail by boyfriend in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: A 22-year-old MSc student ended her life by hanging at her residence in Vibuthikere village in Ramanagara taluk, Bengaluru South district on Sunday night. She left behind a death note alleging cheating and blackmail by her boyfriend. The deceased has been identified as Varshini, a resident of Vibuthikere village, a first-year student of MSc Biotechnology at a private college in Mysuru. She had lost her father a few years ago. According to the police, around 11 pm on Sunday, Varshinis mother found her hanging from a ceiling fan in her room and alerted the police. The body was sent for postmortem, during which a death note was recovered. In the note, Varshini alleged that her lover, Abhi, a native of Tumakuru, cheated her on the pretext of marriage and threatened her using her private photos, demanding sexual favours. She stated that she had once become pregnant and undergone an abortion. She also accused him of taking her gold ornaments and cash. Varshini apologised to her mother and teachers for taking the extreme step, stating that she felt she had no other option left, the police said. The Ramanagara Rural Police have registered a abetment to suicide case against Abhi.
Dr G Parameshwara: Those who support narcotics are not human
BENGALURU: Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara on Sunday condemned individuals who promote or support narcotics, stating that they destroy peoples lives, future and health. Those who promote or support narcotics are not human beings, he said. Emphasising the governments stance against drug abuse, he reaffirmed Karnatakas commitment to becoming a drug-free state. He was speaking at a vintage car rally organised to support the states war against drug abuse and peddling at Vidhana Soudha. The Bengaluru City Police organised the event in collaboration with the Federation of Historic Vehicles of India (FHVI) and Paul John Resorts and Hotels. Hundreds of vintage cars and two-wheelers participated in the rally, which started from Vidhana Soudha and culminated on Mysuru Road. Awareness programmes were also conducted at MG Road Metro Station and other locations. Before flagging off the rally, Parameshwara said the governments announcement of making Karnataka drug-free cannot be achieved overnight. We have launched a war against drugs. Since last year, drugs worth more than Rs 300 crore have been seized. Thousands of people have been arrested. Unfortunately, even students who come from abroad for education are getting involved in such crimes, he said. He further said that drug peddlers have become so inhuman that they are visiting schools and distributing narcotics disguised as chocolates. Initially, they are providing free samples to the kids. He added that the Bengaluru City Police are intensifying enforcement measures.
Advocate Petitions Siddaramaiah Against IPL Matches In Chinnaswamy Stadium
He wanted the Chief Minister to consider relocating all commercial cricket matches including IPL-2026 home matches of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to alternate venues like Mysuru, Dharwad, Belagavi, Mangaluru among others
SUV in flames after hitting milk tanker on BengaluruMysuru highway
Carol singing competition spreads Christmas cheer in Mysuru
Mysuru hosts job fair for persons with disabilities
Engineer jumps on to metro tracks in Bengaluru, dies
BENGALURU: A 38-year-old engineer died by suicide after jumping on to the tracks at the Kengeri Metro Station of the Purple Line around 8.15 am on Friday. Metro services were immediately suspended and resumed only at 9.40 am, disrupting the commute of a large number of IT employees. The victim was identified as Shantagoud Police Patil, residing in an apartment in Doddabele. He was a native of Devara Hippargi in Vijayapura district. The victims wife, Preethi, identified her husbands body at the RR Hositals mortuary on the Mysuru Road, where it was taken after the suicide. In her police statement, Preethi said that her husband was mentally disturbed over a financial issue. Preethi in her police statement said that both of them got married seven years back and since the last one year he was not having any work. Recently he joined a factory in Bidadi. The police have also recorded the statements of the victims brother, Prabhugoud Patil. Mahalingu, parking in-charge of the Kengeri Metro Station, told the media that the victim parked his two-wheeler in one of the two parking lots and went inside and the police were checking his vehicle after the incident. Meanwhile, Metro services on the Purple Line were disrupted for over an hour after the incident. The incident affected a train headed towards Whitefield, and led to an immediate shutdown of operations between Mysuru Road and Challaghatta stations. Services were restored at 9.40 am, with trains running normally across the entire line thereafter. Meanwhile, several passengers said that the disruption caused severe delays for morning commuters, including hundreds of IT employees. Many passengers were forced to take autorickshaws or cancel their journeys entirely due to the uncertainty. The Kengeri police have registered a case. If you are having suicidal thoughts, help is available for you or your friends. Call Sneha Foundation - 044-24640050, Tele Manas -14416 (24x7) or call, Tata Institute of Social Sciences- 02225521111 (Mon-Sat, 8 am-10 pm)
Swastha Mysuru launched to tackle rising lifestyle-related diseases
The publicprivate initiative aims to curb rising lifestyle diseases through awareness and prevention
Manipal Hospitals Mysuru Team Successfully Performs Life-Saving Hand Replantation
Workshop on Sericulture Extension held at CSRTI in Mysuru
CII conclave in Mysuru spotlights digital finance, GST reform, and balanced AI adoption
Tourism stakeholders in Mysuru urge govt. to lift ban on safari
Additional DC conducts surprise inspection at govt. hostels in Mysuru
HSBC INDIA Expands its Presence in Gujarat with a New Branch in Vadodara
HSBC India on Saturday unveiled its new branch in Vadodara, Gujarat, marking a significant step in its strategic expansion across the country. This launch signifies the banks 27th branch in India and its second in Gujarat, following Reserve Bank of Indias approval earlier this year to open 20 new bank branches in key cities. Chef Ranveer Brar, Her Highness Radhikaraje Gaekwad, Maharani of Baroda & Sandeep Batra, Head, International Wealth & Premier Banking, HSBC India, at the branch inauguration Vadodara, known for its rapid economic growth and industrial prowess, is emerging as a significant hub for wealth creation. The city is home to a burgeoning population of affluent, High Net Worth (HNW), Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW), and non-resident clients in one of Indias rapidly growing wealth and industrial hubs. HSBCs new branch is strategically positioned to meet the financial and wealth needs of this customer segment. The expansion reinforces HSBCs focus on the wealth opportunity in India, where it is the leading international bank offering a full spectrum of solutions and services to clients across International Wealth and Premier Banking, and Corporate and Institutional Banking. Commenting on the launch, Sandeep Batra, Head of International Wealth and Premier Banking, HSBC India , said, As entrepreneurial spirit and innovation continue to drive economic growth and personal wealth, affluent customers are increasingly adopting a global outlook. They are seeking a trusted partner who is able to consistently serve them across jurisdictions. Our new branch in Vadodara reflects our commitment to being closer to our customers and delivering world-class banking solutions tailored to their unique needs. As the leading international bank in India, we remain focused on enabling our clients to unlock opportunities and achieve their aspirations, both in India and internationally . With this addition, HSBC now has a network of 27 branches across 15 cities in India. HSBC has maintained a strong presence in India for over 170 years, supporting customers in their financial journeys both locally and globally. Further HSBC India will open branches in Amritsar, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Dehradun, Faridabad, Indore, Jalandhar, Kanpur, Ludhiana, Lucknow, Mysuru, Nagpur, Nashik, Navi Mumbai, Patna, Rajkot, Surat, Thiruvananthapuram and Vishakhapatnam. About HSBC India HSBC India offers a full range of banking and financial services through 27 branches across 15 cities. HSBC is one of India's leading financial services groups, with around 44,000 employees in its banking, investment banking and capital markets, asset management, insurance, software development and global resourcing operations in the country. It is a leading custodian in India. The Bank is at the forefront in arranging deals for Indian companies investing overseas and foreign investments into the country. About HSBC Holdings plc HSBC Holdings plc, the parent company of HSBC, is headquartered in London. HSBC serves customers worldwide from offices in 60 countries and territories. With assets of US$3,099bn at 30 September 2024, HSBC is one of the worlds largest banking and financial services organisations.
Bengaluru to get 4,500 more electric buses under PM e-Drive Scheme
BENGALURU: Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) will get 4,500 more electric buses under the PMs e-Drive Scheme with Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) finalising bids last month, according to Union Minister of State for Heavy Industries Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma. The minister was responding to a question by Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya in the Lok Sabha. Surya had sought details on the number of buses sanctioned, funds allocated, operational status, and the reasons for the delay. In his reply, the minister said under the scheme, 4,500 e-buses have been allotted to BMTC. These buses are among the 10,900 e-buses for which bids were finalised by CESL on November 14. Procurement and deployment of these buses are on. Under the FAME-II Scheme, BMTC received 1,221 e-buses and Rs 517.23 crore as central assistance. All 1,221 buses have been deployed. Bengaluru did not receive any buses under the earlier FAME Scheme, despite Karnataka getting 425 buses, the minister said. According to information provided by the minister, 6,862 electric buses have been deployed in the state under the FAME-II Scheme and 13,800 under the PM e-Drive Scheme. 236 charging stations set up In all, 236 electric vehicle charging stations have been set up across four major corridors in Bengaluru, the Union Minister of State for Heavy Industries told Bengaluru Central MP PC Mohan in the Lok Sabha. In a written reply, the minister said oil marketing companies (OMCs) have set up 236 EV charging stations across these corridors, including 109 on Bengaluru-Pune Highway (NH 48), 64 on Bengaluru-Hyderabad Highway (NH 44), 33 on Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway (NH 275), and 30 on Bengaluru-Chennai Expressway. However, it was clarified that no centralised data is available on battery-swapping stations, nor has any study been conducted to assess whether the current infrastructure is adequate for heavy EVs such as electric buses and freight trucks.
Mysurus export potential highlighted at awareness workshop
CSIR-IIIM Jammu celebrates 85th Foundation Day, inks new industry pacts
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Dec 1: The CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, on Monday celebrated its 85th Foundation Day. The event brought together senior scientists, dignitaries, and researchers who reflected on the institutes eight-decade-long journey and its expanding national footprint. Former Director of CSIR-CFTRI Mysuru, Dr Sridevi Annapurna Singh, graced the ceremony as the chief guest, while Dr Kannan Srinivasan, Director of CSIR-CSMCRI Bhavnagar, attended as the guest of honour. The celebration was presided over by Dr Zabeer Ahmed, [] The post CSIR-IIIM Jammu celebrates 85th Foundation Day, inks new industry pacts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Awareness workshop on export promotion to be held in Mysuru on December 2
CSIR-IIIM Jammu celebrates its 85th Foundation Day, inks new industry pacts
Jammu: The CSIRIndian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, on Monday celebrated its 85th Foundation Day with enthusiasm and a renewed commitment to scientific innovation. The event brought together senior scientists, dignitaries, and researchers who reflected on the institutes eight-decade-long journey and its expanding national footprint. Former Director of CSIR-CFTRI Mysuru, Dr. Sridevi Annapurna Singh, graced the ceremony as the Chief Guest, while Dr. Kannan Srinivasan, Director of CSIR-CSMCRI Bhavnagar, attended as the Guest of Honour. The celebration was presided [] The post CSIR-IIIM Jammu celebrates its 85th Foundation Day, inks new industry pacts appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Three lanes of Magadi-Mysuru road link likely to open in January
BENGALURU: Work on the six-lane Major Arterial Road (MAR) linking Magadi Road to Mysuru Road has gained momentum, with three lanes likely to be opened to the public in January, according to Bengaluru Development Authority (BDA) officials. The underpass connecting Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout, being constructed using box-push technology, has also progressed as steel girder installation moves forward. Officials said the project advanced after railway authorities cleared the installation of steel girders, which required temporarily suspending train movement on the track. With the girder in place under one of the two tracks that run between Bengaluru and Mysuru, trains can now run safely above, while excavation and construction continue below. Once steel girders are installed on both the tracks, the BDA will begin the box-pushing process, pushing precast concrete boxes beneath the railway line to create the underpass for vehicle movement on the MAR. A project official said if girder installation and box-pushing continue at the current pace, the first three lanes will likely be opened to the public in January. However, another official noted that progress also depends largely on timely approvals from the Railways for installing the girders required to push the second box and complete the other three lanes. Officials said that once the underpass is completed, a cloverleaf interchange will be built to make the corridor signal-free. This portion will be taken up by National Highways Authority of India. Once complete, this road is expected to bring down travel time between South and West Bengaluru to 10 minutes from 60 minutes. The project was originally slated for completion by November 2025.
Mother and son killed in road accident on Mysuru Road
Airport Advisory Committee meeting reviews progress of Mysuru Airport development
MBA student stabbed near Jnanabharathi Metro station on Mysuru Road
BENGALURU: A 21-year-old MBA student from Tamil Nadu was brutally attacked and robbed by two unidentified scooter-borne assailants near the Jnanabharathi metro station on Mysuru Road. The victim, struck with a sharp knife, received 22 stitches on his left cheek. The student, who was walking towards the metro station from his paying guest (PG) accommodation, was stopped and assaulted. As it was dark, he could not see the vehicles registration number. Despite bleeding heavily, he ran back to his PG and sought his friends help to reach a hospital. The victim has been identified as Naveen J G, a native of Coimbatore and a first-year MBA student at a private university on Outer Ring Road. He sustained a deep cut on his face caused by the assailants knife. The incident occurred on Wednesday between 11.30 pm and 11.55 pm, and the complaint was filed the next day. After he was taken to a hospital in Kengeri Satellite Town, the hospital filed a medico-legal case and alerted the police. According to the police, the assailants approached from behind on a scooter, assaulted him and snatched his iPhone worth Rs 1.5 lakh. We are checking CCTV footage in the vicinity to trace the accused. The student is out of danger and has been discharged from the hospital. The incident occurred when he was walking to the metro station from his PG, an officer said. The Jnanabharathi police have registered a case of robbery.
1.5km ink to help bypass traffic to reach Bengaluru-Mysuru highway
Cabinet decision to upgrade MCC into Greater Mysuru City Corporation welcomed
BMTC to operate new fleet of seven AC Vajra buses on V NICE-10 route
The operation will begin on December 10; the V NICE-10 operates on the Madavara-Magadi Road-Mysuru Road-Bannerghatta Road-NICE Road-Electronics City
The Shikshagraha movement, a nationwide people-powered effort to improve all one million public schools in India, took a significant stride today as the Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) formally joined the movement at Shiksha Samvaad, a convening hosted at the Bangalore International Centre. Dr. Krithi K. Karanth, Sahil Pimpale, Shruti Shibulal and Neeraj Doddamane unveil the Wild Shaale Educators Guidebook at Shiksha Samvaad in Bengaluru With this, CWS becomes a lead contributor to advancing environmental consciousness as an essential dimension of education quality, climate readiness and childrens well-being. The move signals growing recognition that preparing Indias young citizens for the future requires strengthening their relationship with nature, wildlife and the ecosystems they depend on. Highlights from Shiksha Samvaad The event brought together educators, conservationists, policymakers and school system leaders to reflect on how environmental consciousness can become a defining component of education quality in India. The Samvaad marked the launch of several movement-wide assets: Centre for Wildlife Studies officially joins the Shikshagraha movement, advancing shared efforts to embed environmental consciousness in education. Educator Guidebook (Vol.I) released for implementation within Karnatakas curriculum. The Wild Shaale Educators Guidebook is a simple, activity-based resource that helps teachers bring environmental learning into everyday classroom practice. Built through years of field experience, it offers easy, hands-on activities that encourage children to explore nature, ask questions, and connect with local wildlife. Designed for educators of all backgrounds, it supports small yet meaningful actions that build environmental awareness as a natural part of school culture. The Education Toolkit includes detailed Standard Operating Procedures for the Modular Asset and Solution Design frameworks, offering clear guidance to teachers and facilitators using the Educator Guidebook for effective implementation. These resources will strengthen not only classrooms but also the communities that surround them. Environmental consciousness isn't just about conservation, it's about building sustainable livelihoods, responsible citizenship, and a deeper connection between young people and the ecosystems they depend on. When we invest in environmental education, we're investing in the resilience and well-being of entire communities , said Shruti Shibulal , Permanent Trustee, The Shibulal Family Philanthropy Initiatives (a co-builder of the Shikshagraha Movement) and Executive Vice Chair, Tamara Leisure Experiences. A movement for environment-first schooling Shikshagrahas core belief is that no single actor can drive systemic change alone. The movement brings together communities, civil society organisations, educators, governments and social innovators to collectively improve public schools. By joining Shikshagraha, CWS will contribute its decades of conservation science, community engagement and environmental education expertise to strengthen the movements work across districts, states and partner networks. Over the coming year, CWS will support the movement by: Co-creating environmental education and sustainability resources with the Shikshagraha Centre of Excellence (CoE) team, ensuring contextual relevance for diverse geographies. Leading the Environment Sub-Collective , embedding wildlife awareness, sustainability, and climate action across the movements partners work. Building capacity of grassroots organisations to integrate environmental principles into their programmes. Supporting small changes in Mysuru district as part of the Exemplary Shikshagraha Intervention, a ground-level demonstration of how the vision and values of the Shikshagraha movement translate into tangible impact. After nearly a decade in the wildlife conservation space, one thing has become very clear to me: protecting our natural world cannot rest on the shoulders of a few people working full-time in this sector. Conservation is a shared responsibility, something each of us must carry in our daily choices and actions. Through our collaboration with Shikshagraha, we now have an incredible opportunity to take this message to thousands of children and schools across the country. By nurturing environmental awareness early on, were helping build a generation that not only understands Indias rich biodiversity but also feels responsible for safeguarding it , said Sahil Pimpale Program Manager, Wild Shaale. A shared narrative for the next generation As part of the movement, CWS will contribute insights from its Wild Shaale programme, best practices in conservation education, proof points demonstrating the impact of environmental consciousness on childrens learning and agency and stories from the field. In turn, Shikshagrahas movement-wide platforms from micro-improvement pilots to solutions repository and public communications will amplify the collective work, ensuring that environmental learning becomes visible, actionable and scalable. About Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) The Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) is an internationally recognized centre-of-excellence in the areas of wildlife research, conservation, policy, and education. Our mission is to safeguard and conserve India's rich and diverse wildlife heritage through cutting-edge research, effective conservation strategies, and community engagement. For forty years, we have been committed to advancing scientific knowledge, promoting sustainable practices, and inspiring a collective sense of stewardship to ensure the survival of Indias wildlife and their habitats for future generations. Our vision is of a society that values and protects its natural heritage, fostering a sustainable environment where wildlife thrives and human well-being is interconnected with the health of the natural world. Through our research, conservation efforts, and community empowerment, we aspire to create a future where wildlife and humans can coexist, ensuring the perpetuity of India's extraordinary natural wildlife heritage. In 2025, Dr. Krithi K. Karanth & CWS were recipients of the John P. McNulty Prize, the first wildlife organization to ever receive this honor. About Shikshagraha Shikshagraha is a people-powered movement to improve all 1 million public schools inIndia so that every child experiences enriching learning and is ready for the future. Real change begins with the child at the centre their learning, confidence, well-being, and aspirations, and with those closest to the child. The movement enables parents, women and youth to demand and support quality education, and equips teachers, school leaders, officials with tools for micro-improvements towards systemic change. Currently, 35+ civil society, industry and philanthropic partners in the Shikshagraha network are collectively strengthening 1,17,000+ schools across 33 districts across 14 states & UTs. This includes enabling education leaders to lead need-based school improvements and amplifying women, youth and community participation in the public education system. Shikshagraha works towards improving schools where the need is greatest, supports leadership on the ground, and shifts the norms that hold education back. Through visible practice change and collective action by communities, governments, civil society, and markets, it reimagines what public schools can and must deliver. shikshagraha.org for more details.
Eight including four minor girls held for attacking cab owner, taking away his vehicle in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Bidadi police have arrested a gang of eight habitual offenders, including four minor girls, for attacking a cab owner and taking away his vehicle. The gang is said to have committed similar offences in Kanakapura, Malavalli, Shivamogga, Srirangapatna, and other places. The accused are Saddam Hussain, Shiva Prasad and Khabir, and Yashwanth Kumar from Nanjangud and Mysuru, respectively. They attacked cab owner Swamy Gowda, 39, on November 18 around 10.45 pm near Joganapalya village in Bidadi. The accused booked the cab to the airport. Enroute, theycancelled the trip and asked the driver to take them to their farmhouse in Bidadi. At an isolated place at Joganapalya, the accused attacked the driver and escaped with his vehicle. The accused men took the girls for a jolly drive and committed the crime along with them. After attacking the cab owner, they drove the car towardsMysuru. Police, who checked the CCTV footage at the toll booth and other places, tracked the accused and arrested them. The four men have been remanded in judicial custody, said a police officer. The minor girls were sent to the state home for girls, he added.The accused have more than 10 cases against them.
IIT Startup BotLab Dynamics makes Another Guinness World Record During Mysuru Dasara Drone Show
BotLab Dynamics , an IIT Delhi-incubated deep drone tech startup, successfully set its 6th Guinness World Record during the prestigious Mysuru Dasara 2025 celebrations. The achievement, certified on 28 September 2025, marks a defining moment for Indias rapidly evolving drone-tech landscape and positions the country among global leaders in large-scale drone show storytelling. Mysuru Dasara Drone Show | BotLab Drone Shows | Guinness World Record The record was awarded for the Largest aerial display of a mammal formed by multirotors/drones, achieved with an extraordinary Tiger formation created using a fleet of 3,000 indigenously developed drones. Out of these, 2,983 drones lit up the sky flawlessly, forming a breathtaking representation of the tiger, Indias national animal. The formation was witnessed by more than 35,000 spectators daily at the Bannimantap Parade Grounds, who erupted in applause as the massive, glowing tiger emerged in the night sky. The historic moment unfolded during BotLab Dynamics fourth consecutive year performing drone shows at the Mysuru Dasara festival, a relationship that continues to blend tradition with world-class technological innovation. BotLab Dynamics presented a series of four drone light shows at Mysuru Dasara on 28 & 29 September and 1 & 2 October, each featuring 12 intricately crafted formations. But it was the 28 September record attempt that made global headlines, cementing Indias name in the Guinness World Records once again. A New Benchmark for India in the Global Drone Show Industry Across the world, massive drone shows, often dominated by large Chinese companies, regularly trend online for their complex formations and scale. For years, international audiences believed that such advanced, high-volume aerial displays were out of reach for most other countries. Mysuru Dasara 2025 decisively changed that narrative. The Tiger Drone Formation not only matched global standards but exceeded expectations in both scale and artistic delivery. In the days following the show, national and international media outlets praised the precision of the display, with videos of the tiger formation circulating widely on social platforms. Viewers across the world expressed admiration and surprise - that such a flawless mega-show had been developed, manufactured, and executed entirely in India. www.youtube.com/watch?v=9IxF_97qi0Y As an Indian startup founded by IIT Delhi engineers, BotLab Dynamics has invested years in building indigenous hardware, software ecosystems, and drone show protocols. The record-setting performance at Mysuru underscores technological mastery and Indias rising stature in the global creative-tech and entertainment industries. Five Guinness World Records in 2024: A Foundation for Greatness This new world record builds on the companys extraordinary performance in 2024, when BotLab Drone Shows secured five Guinness World Records in a single show at the Amaravati Drone Summit in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, on 22 October 2024 - a show powered by an impressive 5,500 drones. The five titles included: Largest Aerial Display of a Vehicle Largest Aerial Landmark Display Largest Aerial Display of a Planet Largest Aerial Logo Display Largest Aerial Image of a Flag BotLab Dynamics: An Indian Success Story BotLab Dynamics has emerged as one of Indias most influential and is amongst the top 5 drone show companies in the world, shaping how events, festivals, and governments engage audiences at scale. The company designs and manufactures all its drone show systems in India, a differentiator that has placed it at the forefront of the nations Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) movement. By achieving yet another Guinness World Record, they have strengthened its position as a global competitor in an industry traditionally led by a handful of international players. Reflecting on the achievement, Dr. Sarita Ahlawat, Co-founder & MD of BotLab Dynamics , said, This milestone is a proud moment for our team and for Indias drone-tech ecosystem. The Tiger formation reflects the strength and creativity our country is capable of. Since the record, weve seen a surge in interest from major corporate and government bodies in attempting more Guinness World Records; its created a ripple effect, and we have some exciting projects ahead, so stay tuned . www.botlabdynamics.com
19-year-old hacked to death on Mysuru street; raises concerns over escalating street crimes
MYSURU: A shocking murder was reported early Wednesday morning at Shantinagar where a 19-year-old youth was brutally killed in full public view. The incident, captured on CCTV, has raised serious questions about escalating street crimes in the city. The victim has been identified as Syed Sufiyan, who had reportedly stepped out with a friend for tea when the attack occurred. According to police sources, the assailants, believed to be his own friends and addicted to ganja , got into a fight. The CCTV footage shows the youth being chased, pinned down and stabbed repeatedly with a knife on the road around at 5.40 am. The attackers are seen targeting his chest and back while Sufiyan pleads for help. Shockingly, not a single passerby intervened or attempted to assist him even as he lay bleeding and struggling on the street. Sufiyan, soaked in blood and calling out for help, succumbed to his injuries after several minutes. The Udayagiri police have registered a case and launched a manhunt for the accused. Preliminary investigations suggest a brawl between intoxicated friends spiralled into murder. The family members of the victim alleged that ganja, solution and other narcotic substances were easily available for the youngsters in the region which has made the youngsters to be involved in such crimes and claimed such youths are behind the killing.
Couple from Mysuru held in fake Nandini ghee racket
BENGALURU: The Central Crime Branch (CCB) has arrested a couple from Mysuru in connection with the racket in selling adulterated ghee under Nandini brand . Earlier, the CCB arrested four people, including a distributor of KMF products. The couple reportedly ran a hi-tech illegal manufacturing unit in Tamil Nadus Tiruppur. CCB sleuths have frozen Rs 60 lakh in the bank accounts of the couple, suspecting that it could be proceeds from the crime. Investigations revealed that the accused, Shivakumar and his wife Ramya, were wanted in a case of manufacturing fake products in Mysuru. They led a large network involved in the production of adulterated ghee and selling it. In a joint operation, the CCB and KMFs vigilance wing arrested Mahendra, distributor of KMF products, his son Deepak, Muniraju, who supervised transportation of adulterated ghee from Tamil Nadu, and driver Abhi Arasu on November 14. Around 8,136 litres of adulterated ghee worth Rs 1.26 crore, four vehicles, and a large quantity of coconut and palm oil were seized. The accused produced three litres of adulterated ghee using one litre of original ghee. The accused packed adulterated ghee in sachets and plastic bottles having Nandini logo and supplied it to the Bengaluru-based distributor of KMF products. The accused also distributed adulterated ghee to wholesale and retail shops and Nandini outlets across the city. The joint team raided godowns and shops and seized goods vehicles of Krishna Enterprises at Nanjamba Agrahara, Chamarajpet, owned by one of the accused and his family members.
CCB arrests couple from Mysuru, kingpins of fake Nandini ghee racket
Cape buffalo in Mysuru zoo dies
Nandini Ghee to be exported to US, Saudi
BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said KMFs Nandini Ghee is being exported to US, Saudi Arabia and Australia, and there is good demand for the product not only in India but abroad too. Addressing the media after flagging off the Nandini Ghee export consignment vehicle at his residence Cauvery on Tuesday, Siddaramaiah said, The demand for Nandini Ghee is increasing, there is demand for it in India and abroad as well. Kumar, a Mysuru native residing in the US, bagged the contract for export of Nandini Ghee. Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) Managing Director Shivaswamy said KMF is currently exporting Nandini Goodlife milk, ghee, cheese, dairy whitener, butter, ice-cream, flavoured milk, sweets and savouries to countries with high Indian population, especially Kannadigas. He said for the first time, Nandini Ghee is being exported to US, Australia and Saudi Arabia. There was a demand for 8 tonnes of ghee from Saudi Arabia, 5 tonnes from US and 1 tonne from Australia, Shivaswamy said.
Amore and More: a candid chat with the new Italian Consul General in B'luru Giandomenico Milano
With two post-graduate degrees under his belt, the newly appointed Consul General of Italy in Bengaluru is no stranger to exam stress, but something recently took him right back to those times: wine sommelier exams. I graduated in July after writing three different exams, it was kind of scary to back and feel that anxiety, laughs Giandomenico Milano, as a spread of Italian snacks, including tiny amaretti, cannoli and pieces of focaccia beckon the reporters gathered for an informal chat with him. He adds, Ive always had an interest in wine and the culture behind it. This programme was two years of studying the chemistry, geography and the history of it. It was fascinating. Its been a busy three months for Milano, with getting settled into a new city with his wife and two kids and planning one of his first major events as the Consul General The Week of Italian Cuisine in the World. He notes that the initiative is far more than a culinary celebration and describes it as an expression of Italian culture, identity and values. Bengalurus dynamic dining landscape, he observes, makes it an ideal setting for such a cultural exchange. Welcoming chef Italo Bassi, he adds, enhances the programmes significance, with his Michelin recognition, deep grounding in Italian tradition and contemporary creative flair. Sharing his first impressions of the city, Milano says, Id say theres no better place than Bengaluru, even though Im a bit biased. I think we Italians and Bengalureans have a lot of energy and the same values rooted in tradition and innovation. Its this mix he wants his tenure in Bengaluru to embody. He says, When people think of Italy, they think of food, fashion, art and history which we are happy about but more than that, Italy is also always reinventing itself in areas like robotics, aerospace and design innovation. We recently had a strong Italian presence at Bangalore Tech Summit too. Even though there are just roughly 100 Italians in the city, many of whom Milano has met, he reveals, Surprisingly, there are also 100 Italian companies in the city involved in a mix of IT, innovation, food and hospitality. Milano, who grew up in the Molise region in Southern Italy nestled between Rome and Naples, describes it as a not very well-known but an authentic place rooted in tradition. He adds, I had a very free upbringing in the countryside and a happy childhood but I wanted to see the world. Perhaps thats been one of the drivers to have this career to connect and discover. That desire to discover led him to jobs at embassies in Ethiopia, Indonesia and Sri Lanka before bringing him to Bengaluru, but this is not his first brush with India. When I was in Sri Lanka, India was close so I travelled to Delhi, Rajasthan, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Kerala and saw the Taj Mahal in Agra and the Ajanta Ellora caves in Maharashtra. Travelling gives you flexibility and opens your mind to face any counterpart, he says. However, his favourite has been a recent trip to Mysuru, as he says, I went during Vijayadashami the palace was stunning and the parade impressive. Milano also has plans for events across music, art, and technology. A multilingual speaker of Spanish, Italian, English, and French, one area of interest is language, as he explains, There are not many Italian speakers in Bengaluru and the South compared to North India so wed really like to encourage that. Were looking into organising opportunities to meet and have conversations with an Italian speaker. Has he picked up any Indian languages? Milano says, I try to include a few Kannada phrases in speeches with the help of my colleagues, but I need to improve! So far, my biggest problem has been with learning the alphabet. With that, it was time to say ciao (and namaskara) to the Consul General, the sweetness of amaretti lingering on the tongue with the promise to return for more tastes of Italy that he hopes to bring to ooru.
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Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday announced that the state government is developing five world-class aerospace and defence parks in strategic locations across Bengaluru and Mysuru. He said the parks will offer plug-and-play facilities to drastically reduce setup time for industries. We are developing five world-class Aerospace & Defence Parks in strategic locations 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 .
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Prabhakaran, Deputy Conservator of Forests, Bandipur Tiger Reserve, said the village is at an aerial distance of 6 to 7 km from the site of the previously reported tiger attack
