A woman in Ilkal, India, lost her palms and fingers when a hair dryer she was holding exploded. The hair dryer was part of a courier package that was addressed to her neighbor. The neighbor had asked the victim to collect the package on her behalf.

Indian astronaut-designate Shubhanshu Shukla, part of the Axiom Mission-4 (Ax-4) crew, has commenced training at the European Space Agency's facility in Germany. The team is preparing for a mission to the International Space Station, slated for spring 2025, where they will conduct research in the Columbus laboratory. This mission highlights growing international collaboration in space exploration.

Scientists at IISc have developed STRONG, a new language system that represents complex nanopore structures as simple character sequences. This innovation allows for the analysis of nanoporous materials using machine learning, similar to how ChatGPT processes text. The system has shown promise in identifying materials for carbon capture and could revolutionize fields from water desalination to DNA sequencing.

TailsMart has launched an AI-powered chatbot called 'vetrin.ai' to help pet owners, veterinary students, and doctors. The chatbot provides instant veterinary insights, analyzes images, verifies dosages, checks drug interactions, and assists with medication plans. Abhishek DG, the founder of TailsMart, aims to make pet care easier and more accessible with this innovative tool.

Kempegowda International Airport, managed by Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), has received a prestigious AAA credit rating, reflecting its strong financial standing and minimal credit risk. This achievement underscores the airport's position as a major player in the Indian aviation sector.

Bengaluru has emerged as India's top city for attracting venture capital, securing $66.3 billion for its startups over the past decade. The city's thriving startup ecosystem, fueled by strong government support and a vibrant investor community, has made it a magnet for both domestic and international funding.

Bengaluru is rapidly catching up to Delhi and Mumbai as one of India's top urban centers. While Delhi sees more job growth and Mumbai boasts more passport holders, Bengaluru is pulling ahead with higher salaries, more affordable housing, and a surge in new car registrations.

A fire, caused by a short circuit in an electric scooter, engulfed an EV showroom in Bengaluru on Tuesday evening. Tragically, a 20-year-old sales executive, Priya, lost her life in the blaze. While five other employees escaped, Priya was trapped inside. Firefighters extinguished the fire, but the showroom and over 45 scooters were destroyed.

The 8th edition of the Malnad Ultra trail run is happening on November 24th in Chikkamagaluru. About 1,000 runners are expected to participate in the internationally recognized event, which offers 30km, 50km, and 100km races through challenging coffee estate terrain. The event is supported by organizations promoting running, sustainability, and tourism.

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and University College London (UCL) have strengthened their partnership to transform healthcare. The collaboration will focus on research, education, and innovation in areas like AI, quantum tech, and robotics. The institutions aim to co-develop research capabilities and establish joint programs, including PhDs and faculty exchanges.