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Such a warm welcome: Bengaluru flyer praises announcement in Kannada language on Air France flight

An Air France flight from Paris to Bengaluru made announcements in Kannada. This surprised a passenger, Sangam Manjunath, who shared a video on X. The post sparked a discussion about using regional languages in aviation. Some praised Air France. Others said it's standard practice. Some users want Indian airlines to follow suit. Reactions varied from appreciation to skepticism.

6 May 2025 12:42 pm
Sorry Karnataka: Sonu Nigam apologises after hurtful Kannada remarks at Bengaluru event

Singer Sonu Nigam has publicly apologized to Karnataka's people following an FIR against him for allegedly making derogatory remarks about the Kannadiga community during a Bengaluru music event. The apology, posted on Instagram, came after police issued a notice requiring Nigam to appear for investigation.

6 May 2025 7:21 am
Art has the profound ability to make us confront ourselves: Director Shubhrajyoti

In a chat with Bangalore Times, he delves into the unique ability of art to confront audiences, how theatre acting enriched his directing skills, and more

6 May 2025 12:00 am
Bengaluru police issue notice to Sonu Nigam over remarks on Kannada language

Sonu Nigam faces legal trouble after allegedly making offensive comments about the Kannadiga community during a musical performance in Bengaluru. Bengaluru District Police issued a notice to Nigam, requesting his presence for investigation following an FIR filed by a Kannada advocacy organization. The complaint alleges that Nigam's statements were objectionable, emotionally provocative, and fostered animosity amongst linguistic groups in Karnataka.

5 May 2025 3:05 pm