Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla highlighted the immense engineering and physiological challenges for India's Gaganyaan mission, emphasizing the need for domestic innovation. He described the intense physical stresses of spaceflight, from G-forces during launch to microgravity's impact on the human body. Shukla stressed that Indian startups are crucial for developing the necessary technologies for future crewed missions.

Karnataka High Court has backed the ED's seizure of a Bengaluru flat linked to Vijay Mallya. Businessman Rajendrakumar Jain claimed he paid for the property, but the court ruled an unregistered sale agreement doesn't transfer ownership. This decision impacts the recovery efforts for banks owed over Rs 17,000 crore by the Mallya group.

New research suggests the first kiss occurred 16.9-21.5 million years ago between ape ancestors in Africa. Scientists analyzed primate behavior, concluding kissing predates humans and likely occurred between Neanderthals and Homo Sapiens, evidenced by shared oral microbes.

Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla highlighted Bengaluru's traffic woes, humorously stating his commute from Marathahalli took longer than his presentation. IT Minister Priyank Kharge echoed this sentiment at a tech summit, promising solutions to the city's congestion issues.

Bangalore greets November 21st with a mild, misty morning and a slight drizzle expected around 3 PM, with temperatures ranging from 17.9C to 25.5C. Yesterdays moderate AQI of 74 suggests lingering haze, advising masks in heavy traffic. The week ahead promises mixed weather, with clearer skies and improved air quality anticipated by late next week, perfect for outdoor activities.

Kannada Development Authority president Purushothama Bilimale faced sharp criticism from the BJP for his remarks suggesting many Yakshagana artistes are homosexual due to troupe travel and pressure in playing female roles. BJP state president Vijayendra called the comments outrageous and demanded Bilimale's removal, deeming it an insult to artistes and the community.

Karnataka's education department is incentivizing school heads and officials with foreign study tours to boost student admissions. A 15% enrollment increase is required by 2026-27, with higher targets for specific school types. Top performers across various administrative and teaching roles will be selected for international exposure, aiming to implement global best practices.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar hinted at stepping down as KPCC president after over five years, stating others should get a chance. He assured party workers he would remain in the frontline leadership, emphasizing his commitment to setting organizational standards.

Five to six miscreants, posing as RBI officials, executed a daring daylight dacoity in Bengaluru, looting Rs 7.1 crore from an armoured cash van. The well-scripted incident involved blocking the van, deceiving its staff, and making off with the cash boxes under the guise of an inspection.