BENGALURU: Rajajinagar police arrested the owner and manager of the electric vehicle showroom where a fire broke out on Tuesday evening, resulting in the death of a 26-year-old woman and injuring three other employees. The fire mishap occurred at My EV store, near Navrang Junction on Rajkumar Road. The accused are store owner Punith Gowda (36), a resident of Yeshwanthpur and a native of Hassan, and store manager Yuvaraju (37), a resident of Rajajinagar. Police said Punith and Yuvaraju were arres

BENGALURU: Bloodywood isnt your typical metal band. What began as a quirky experiment with parody covers of Bollywood hits has evolved into a global musical phenomenon. Their songs, often loaded with meaning, fuse ferocious riffs with the soul of desi folk music and tackle everything from mental health to social justice. This weekend, the genre-defying band arrives in Bengaluru to electrify fans at the 2024 edition of the Bandland Music Festival a homecoming of sorts for a group that has taken

BENGALURU: No other healthcare profession is as polarising as chiropractic. First, theres a general lack of awareness in India, despite its popularity around the world. Second, there is a significant shock factor when one types in the word chiropractic into any search engine. And finally, for those who at least have a basic understanding of it, theres hesitance on its effectiveness. Chiropractic care, which focuses on spinal adjustments to improve body function and relieve pain, has been around

BENGALURU: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Bengaluru zonal office, arrested Dilip BR on November 18 under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in the case of Dilip BR & Others. He was produced before a special court and remanded in ED custody for seven days. Calling him a habitual offender involved in multiple offences such as bank loan fraud, identity theft and misuse and income tax refund scams, the ED in an official release on Wednesday stated that investiga

BENGALURU: The IT/BT department on Wednesday signed an MoU with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on cooperation and promotion of defence startups and testing facilities. Dr BK Das, Director, Electronics and Communication, DRDO, told TNIE that they had held a meeting with IT/BT Minister Priyank Kharge earlier, where they discussed ways to help the sector grow. That meeting culminated in the signing of the MoU. He explained that under the pact, they are working in many area

BENGALURU: Bengaluru, which is the startup capital, is also home to many unicorns in the fintech space and fintech co-founders who gathered at the session - Bangalore - Leading innovation in Fintech & Beyond, held as part of Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024, on Wednesday said the city is the ideal place to launch new startups as people are adopting innovation. You need early adopters when you launch a startup and they should believe in you to try out new products and also to provide feedback, Shashank

BAGALKOT: Receiving a parcel containing a hair dryer proved painfully costly for the widow of a deceased soldier in Ilkal city of Bagalkot district on Wednesday. Basamma Yaranal, the wife of Papanna, a soldier who was killed in a short-circuit accident in Jammu and Kashmir in 2017, ended up grievously injuring her fingers, forearms and face after the hair dryer exploded in her hands. Basamma had received a courier addressed to a neighbour, Shashikala, the widow of another deceased soldier. The p

BENGALURU: Protesters gathered in large numbers at Freedom Park on Wednesday, demanding swift action over allegations of caste discrimination at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B). Organised by the All India OBC Students Association (AIOBCSA), Dr BR Ambedkar Association of Engineers (BANAE), and OBC Federation of India, the protesters demanded the resignation of IIM-B Director Professor Rishikesha T Krishnan, accusing him of violating reservation policies and neglecting diversi

BENGALURU: It is not just the government that is working on supporting the startups, but even the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on it. To strengthen the efforts the IT-BT department signed a MoU with DRDOon cooperation and promotion of defence startups and testing facilities. Dr B K Das, Director, Electronics and Communication, DRDO told The New Indian Express that they had held a meeting with IT-BT minister Priyank Kharge earlier and had held a discussion on he

BENGALURU: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman S Somanath on Wednesday said it is a contradiction when sensors used in rockets and space crafts are made in India, but the ones used in cars are imported. Speaking at the session on space tech and defence on the second day of the three-day long Bengaluru Tech Summit, Somanath said, You know, many of automotive sensors and sensor systems present in cars and automobiles are all imported. There is nothing made-in-India. We saw that it i

BENGALURU: India's two-wheeler industry currently producing 18 million vehicles annually, is expected to experience remarkable growth, with projections estimating that production will reach 30 million by 2031. This surge comes alongside a significant transformation in the sector as electric vehicles (EVs) increasingly take centre stage, fundamentally altering the market landscape. Sharing insights into the technology-driven shift that has shaped the two-wheeler market, Ather Energy Co-founder Sw

BENGALURU: The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has recently instructed the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) to withhold power connections to illegal buildings emerging in areas marked for acquisition under the Dr Shivarama Karanth Layout extension project. Additionally, it has directed Block Development Officers of Gram Panchayats not to issue Khata certificates for such constructions. Letters to this effect have been issued by Executive Engineers to the concerned organisation

BENGALURU: Men, unlike back in the day, dont confine themselves to this or that. Between being tough, strong, and honourable, the traditional definitions of masculinity left little room for personal expression, especially in terms of style. But fashion has always been a powerful reflection of identity, and as the world moves toward a broader understanding of what it means to be a man, personal style is evolving alongside. In this week of International Mens Day (Nov 19), the conversation around r

BENGALURU: Every December, rowers from across the world gather at San Sebastin de La Gomera, in the Canary Islands to participate in the Worlds Toughest Row, a non-stop 3,000-mile (4828 kms) journey across the Atlantic Ocean to Nelson Dockyard, Antigua, in a row boat to raise money for charities of their choice. Taking anywhere between 30 days for teams of four, to 60 days for solo rowers, the journey is a physical and mental challenge with participants having to brave temperatures as low as 10

BENGALURU: Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) Chief Commissioner Tushar Girinath has instructed his officials to prepare a report on incomplete works in Bommanahalli zone. The decision comes in the backdrop of a recent social media post by Biocon founder-chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw highlighting the pathetic condition of roads and waterlogging in the IT corridor, including Bommanahalli. Speaking at the Commissioners Steps Towards the Zone programme in Bommanahalli on Tuesday, he said o

BENGALURU: In a move that will significantly affect patients, the state health department announced a sharp increase in charges for both outpatient (OPD) and inpatient (IPD) services at key government hospitals, including Victoria Hospital, Vani Vilas Hospital, Minto Hospital, the super specialty hospitals and state trauma care centres. Several of these charges have been doubled, marking a substantial revision in medical service fees that will be implemented immediately, as directed by the depar

BENGALURU: The number of road accidents and deaths due to them has doubled in four years in Bengaluru. One of the major causes for road accidents is over-speeding, said Additional Director General of Police (Recruitment) and Commissioner for Traffic and Road Safety KV Sharath Chandra. In 2020, 1,928 road accident cases were reported,and in 2024 till October 31, 3,969 cases. The number of road accidentcases has more than doubled. Also in 2020, 344 fatalities were reported, which in 2024 increased

BENGALURU: While people were looking out for investors at the Bengaluru Tech Summit, the star attraction at the event was the 23- year-old flying man- Issa Kalfon from United Kingdom. He inaugurated the three day long Bengaluru Tech Summit by hovering for a distance of two and half metres to greet the chief minister Siddaramaiah and deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar. Speaking to The New Indian Express he said that he has been doing this professionally since the last three years, along with his

BENGALURU: A Kannada movie actor has been arrested by the Chandra Layout police for shooting at a film director with his licensed gun during an argument over the stalling of a movies shooting. The accused, Thandaveshwar of Hassan, is popularly known as Thandav Ram for his role in Jodi Hakki TV serial. He allegedly opened fire at director Bharat S Navunda around 8 pm on Monday. No injuries have been reported. The accused came to Navundas office in Chandra Layout and had an argument over the non-c

BENGALURU:A 20-year-old woman was charred to death, and another person was injured when a fire broke out at an EV electric bike showroom near the Navarang Bar Junction on Dr. Rajkumar Road in Bengaluru. The victim has been identified as Priya, an accountant at the EV showroom, and a resident of Ramachandrapura. She was to celebrate her 21st birthday on November 20. The police said the incident occurred at around 5.30 pm at MY EV store near Navrang Junction, within the Rajrajeshwari Nagar police

BENGALURU: Acknowledging Bengaluru as a formidable tech hub not only in Karnataka or India, but on the world stage, leading IT industry representatives appreciated the talent pool and conducive growth environment the city has to offer while committing to contribute further to its journey of innovation. Swiggy, one of the country's leading food delivery platforms, arrived in Bengaluru around 10 years ago. Co-founded by Sriharsha Majety, Nandan Reddy, and Rahul Jaimini, the company chose Karnataka

BENGALURU: Bengaluru is inherently a young city. It has the highest share of population in the age brackets of 19- 30 years and 31- 40 years. This means that Bengaluru, has the highest young talent pool when compared to other Indian cities, said Prashanth Prakash, Chairperson, Vision Group on Startups, and Founding Partner of Accel Partners India. The young cosmopolitan population in Bengaluru is not just the highest in the country, but it is also an asset, he told The New Indian Express . This

BENGALURU: The operator of Kempegowda International Airport, theBangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), has been assigned the prestigious AAA rating (Stable Outlook) by professional credit rating agencies, ICRA Ltd, India Ratings and Research Pvt Ltd and Crisil Ratings Ltd; Projections for the financial year ending March 31, 2025, indicate that BIALs operating income is set to increase by 20%. AAA is the top-most credit rating, indicating the highest degree of safety regarding the timely

BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar along with IT- BT minister Priyank Kharge on Tuesday launched the GCC policy at the inauguration of the 27th edition of the Bengaluru Tech Summit. At the tech summit, the ministers also launched the Nipuna Karnataka scheme to train one lakh youth for the industry. For this, the state government signed MoUs with Microsoft, Intel, Accenture, IBM and other firms. The unboxing Bengaluru data report was also released at th

BELAGAVI: While the Belagavi police have confirmed that the second division assistant (SDC) in Belagavi tahsildars office, Rudresh Yadavannavar, committed suicide two weeks ago, an anonymous letter to the police gave a new twist to the case on Monday. The letter, which is said to have also been sent to the Belagavi Deputy Commissioner, Police Commissioner, Regional Commissioner, Governor and Human Rights Commission, stated that Yadavannavar did not commit suicide but was murdered. As per the pre

BENGALURU: From the 1990s to the turn of the millennium, and beyond, I witnessed technology evolve. Here, I wish to primarily refer to tech at home, one that entertained, was convenient, and integral to my life. History books retell the discovery of fire and the invention of the wheel, which sparked humanitys quest to reach the zenith of technological advancement. The Paleolithic Period saw the onset of cave paintings, one of the earliest pastimes, perhaps? Fast-forwarding to the 90s, it was pra

BENGALURU: Laughter and joy have a universal language a moment of shared humanity that lightens your soul. In an era where standup comedy has become the go-to for sharing laughs as a community, the International Clown Festival is set to bring the Bengaluru audience the art of clowning, an art form that can be traced back thousands of years, with roots in mediaeval times and the mythological archetype of tricksters. The inspiration to begin this festival came from the lack of live entertainment

BENGALURU: Upset at not getting selected for the school cricket team, a 16-year-old Class 11 student of a reputed international school allegedly jumped to his death from the seventh floor of his apartment complex in Hennur police station limits, in the wee hours of Monday. The deceased, S Adheev, was a resident of Mantri Splendor Apartments at Geddalahalli in Kothanur. The boy is suspected to have taken the extreme step between 1.30am and 5am. The body was found behind the apartment block by cle

BENGALURU: India has set a global example by breaking down barriers and enabling millions of people to participate in the financial system, RBI Innovation Hub CEO Rajesh Bansal said on Monday. He was speaking during a two-day international symposium organised by the Indian Institute of Management-Bengaluru (IIM-B), on digital innovations, financial inclusion and sustainability. The event brought together industry leaders, policymakers and academicians to explore how fintech innovations can drive

BENGALURU: Union Minister of State for Railways V Somanna announced that KSR Bengaluru City Railway Station will undergo a major transformation, and will be modelled after Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) at a cost of Rs 1,500 crore. Speaking to the media in the city on Monday, he shared updates about the Detailed Project Report (DPR). The project was presented before the Railway Board for approval and clarifications concerning the makeover of the railway station was sought. We will respon

BENGALURU: To expand its global presence, Texas-based Rice University will offer up to $2 million annually in scholarships as part of its Rice Global India initiative. This will fully fund PhD programmes and subsidise masters degree programmes. The initiative aims to deepen collaborations with premier Indian institutions like the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, and IIT Kanpur. These partnerships will focus on cutting-edge research in areas such as artificial intelligence, sustain

BENGALURU: In an impressive transformation, a government primary school in Makali has undergone a major renovation. The school now boasts modern amenities, including digital classrooms and a water purification system, providing students with a healthier and more technologically-advanced learning environment. The newly constructed three-storey building has spacious classrooms and a staff room furnished with modular furniture. The project aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4, which aim

BENGALURU: Its no secret that the Indian subcontinent harbours a rich heritage of ancient knowledge on sexual wellness. From the Kama Sutra, a 4th century BCE Sanskrit treatise on sexuality and emotional fulfilment, to the evocative poetry of 9th-century AD mystic poet Andal, and exquisite temple architecture, Indian history is abundant with examples celebrating themes of sexual desire. Yet, more often than not, modern India views sexuality through the lens of morality. Recently, though, the tid

BENGALURU: American professional cyclist Logan Phippen, known for his remarkable journey as an athlete living with type 1 diabetes, recently visited Bengaluru to engage with local fitness enthusiasts and advocate for diabetes awareness. Phippens visit included a series of events promoting cycling, physical activity, and health management, as well as interactions with the citys growing cycling community. Phippens stay in the city marked a significant opportunity for him to connect with Indias bur

BENGALURU: Between February 2023 and July 2024, Karnatakas legislators raised 495 questions about child rights and welfare out of a total of 7,803. The number of child-related questions steadily grew, from 40 in February 2023 to 180 in July 2024. Child rights experts noted that many of this years questions focused on POCSO cases, reflecting a rise in reports of child abuse. They also emphasised the need for more attention to funding, particularly for children with disabilities, which are classif

BENGALURU: Being differently-abled or having a loved one who is, can come with its own complex set of challenges in a world that is often dismissive of their needs and structured to cater to able bodied people. In such a world, a space that prioritises the voices of differently abled people, can be crucial to changing narratives around disability. The annual India Inclusion Summit seeks to do exactly this by platforming the stories of differently-abled persons, caregivers, activists, artistes, N

BENGALURU: Thousands of apartments and corporate offices in the city received notices this week regarding garbage cess from the Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) carved out of the BBMP three years ago, to individually handle waste. It has levied a fee to be paid with retrospective effect from April 1. BSWML has also sought details from the owners within 7 days about the total waste generated and the manner in which they were disposed. TNIE was given access to a copy of the notice,

BENGALURU: Monday will mark a red-letter day for Kudlu, a primarily residential locality in the Bommanahalli constituency as the first post office in the area will be opened on Monday. The occasion will be extra special for nonagenarian V Janakiraman as he is the sole driving force behind this initiative. A resident of Silver Country Road, the 92-year-old met L KDash, Postmaster General, Bengaluru HQ Region, in 2022 and pressed on the need for such an amenity in the place. Janakiraman, a retired

BENGALURU: Actor Pratham has filed a complaint against around 60 fans of actor Darshan. Pratham, the winner of Kannada Bigg Boss Season 4, said that the accused, claiming to be Darshans fans, abused and tried to attack him in a hotel, where he had gone to have food. Pratham posted this on social media on Friday around 10.58 pm. The city police contacted him based on the post and asked him to file a complaint. Pratham told reporters that he faced a similar situation a month ago, but did not file

BENGALURU: Writer KN Nagesh, under Chiranthana Media Solutions, developed KNN-AgriQuery, an unique search engine, to provide comprehensive answers to agriculture-related queries, from crop management and pest control to micronutrient supplementation. KNN-AgriQuery helps one understand agriculture jargon like food miles. Food miles are the distance that food travels from the place of production to the consumer. It is an important concept in sustainable agriculture and environmental impact assessm

RAIBAG (BELAGAVI DISTRICT): In a small village called Mantur, located in the Raibag taluk of Belagavi district, a remarkable story of determination and leadership is unfolding. Mallavva Bhimappa Meti, a 48-year-old farmer and two-time Gram Panchayat member, has become a beacon of hope for her community. Despite being illiterate herself, Mallavva has spearheaded the establishment of a library to support the educational aspirations of the students in her village. The need for education in Mantur M

BENGALURU: To grasp the human cost of climate crisis, Museum of Art and Photography (MAP) and Greenpeace India, a part of global environmental organisation, hosted an exhibition to offer an immersive experience that highlights how caste, gender, and class intersect in the fight for survival. The exhibition titled Climate at the Margins: Gender, Class and Caste Vulnerabilities, is centred around stories of those most affected by climate disasters. At the centre of the exhibition is a digital muse

BENGALURU: The 27th edition of the Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS) is all set to strengthen Karnatakas ties with global tech leaders. This year, the Government of Karnataka will sign two important Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Switzerland and Finland, along with a Letter of Intent with the Sharjah Innovation Authority (UAE). Australia, the official country partner for BTS 2024, will also play a major role in the event. Delegations from over 15 countries, including the USA, Japan, Germany, a

BENGALURU: After reviewing objections received from all zones, the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has finalised the selection of 12,692 pourakarmikas, said Special Commissioner of Administration, Avinash Menon Rajendran. The draft selection list of 12,692 pourakarmikas, chosen to serve within BBMP jurisdiction was published on the corporation website http://bbmp.gov.in/home on October 9. It was also made available at the offices of the respective Zonal Joint Commissioners and Assistan

BELAGAVI: A woman and her daughter were assaulted by a group of people at Gangwadi in Belagavi, alleging that they indulged in prostitution at home. Three people have been arrested in this connection. The group also tore the clothes of one of the women. Though the attack took place two days ago, it came to light on Saturday. Belagavi Police Commissioner Lada Martin Marbaniang said an officer of the ACP rank will investigate the case. An FIR has been filed in Malmaruti police station. Deputy Comm

BENGALURU: In yet another case of restoring neural functions in musicians with dystonia, a team of doctors at a private hospital successfully conducted an awake brain surgery on a patient with 'guitarist dystonia.' The patient, 65-year-old guitarist Joseph D'Souza, was awake during the seven-hour surgery and played the guitar while he was being operated upon. We ask such patients - who are musicians - to perform music while being operated on to help us locate the troubled circuit inside the brai

BENGALURU: Having digitized about 22 lakh properties to eliminate fraud and also improve annual tax collection, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is now ready to bring 5 lakh more properties, which dont have khatas, under the BBMPs tax ambit by issuing khatas. In an interaction with media here on Friday, BBMP Revenue Commissioner Munish Moudgil said the Palike will launch a portal soon, enabling property owners who dont have any type of khata, to obtain new e-khata. As per rough estimati

BENGALURU: A group of monkeys in the Begur ward of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) South zone has been causing widespread alarm, particularly among residents of local apartment complexes. The monkeys have become increasingly aggressive, attacking children and women. Residents also reported incidents of their phones and other items being snatched away and dropped from heights. These concerns have led to the matter being escalated to the BBMPs forest wing. According to residents of SNN R

BENGALURU: BBMP Chief Commissioner Tushar Girinath instructed officials to identify and clear encroachments of lakes, rajakaluve and drains in Mahadevapura zone. Speaking during an inspection to various places in Mahadevapura zone under the Chief Commissioners Walk to the Zone programme, he instructed officials to identify encroached areas in Vengayya Lake and carry out a clearance operation. Dredging work for Rs 8 crore has been carried out at Vengayya Lake in KR Puram. Officials also informed

BENGALURU: Residents of Shapoorji Pallonji Parkwest Apartments in Binnypet staged a protest on Tuesday, criticising the management board and the builder for failing to provide adequate facilities, including proper footpaths and a scientifically designed road. The apartment society, which houses 3,000 flats with 1,000 families already moved in, lacks basic pedestrian infrastructure. Protesters expressed their frustration over the absence of footpaths for residents walking within the premises. Ven