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Second airport for Bengaluru: Tenders invited for feasibility study, says Minister M.B. Patil
The State government has identified sites at Choodahalli and Somanahalli on Kanakapura Road, besides another location near Nelamangala, for the proposed airport, said the Minister
A senior tech professional's LinkedIn post questioning Gen Z's career decisions, particularly those influenced by viral resignation narratives, sparked debate. He suggested personal life transitions, not burnout, motivated a woman's exit, drawing criticism on Reddit for judging personal choices and scrutinizing online activity. The exchange highlighted generational divides on work, security, and mental well-being.
Shivakumar will become CM on Jan 6: Congress MLA
Ramanagara: A ruling Congress MLA, H A Iqbal Hussain, on Saturday predicted that Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar will become Chief Minister on January 6. He said the post, presently occupied by Siddaramaiah, should be vacated for Shivakumar. Shivakumar should be given a chance to become chief minister, the Ramanagara MLA told reporters. There 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 .
Special trains between Visakhapatnam-SMVT Bengaluru to clear festival rush
East Coast Railway will operate special trains between Visakhapatnam and SMVT Bengaluru to clear the extra rush of passengers
Grammy Winner Ricky Kej Alleges Zomato Delivery Executive Robbed His Bengaluru Home
Zomato Care said the incident was concerning and stressed that such behaviour is not tolerated by its delivery partners, adding that it would investigate the matter immediately.
With Rosmarino, chef Abhijit Saha delves into the nuances of southern Italian cuisine
Temperatures have dropped sharply across Karnataka, with Bengaluru recording cold mornings and nights. IMD has issued cold wave warnings for several districts over the next 2 days
Karnataka's sole aim is to convert Tamil Nadu into desert through Mekedatu, says AIADMK
AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami alleges Karnataka's Congress government plans to make Tamil Nadu a desert by building the Mekedatu dam. He criticizes Tamil Nadu's DMK government for not strongly defending the state's rights. Tamil Nadu has filed review petitions and pleas regarding the project's detrimental impact. The Mekedatu project aims to supply water to Bengaluru and generate power.
Following the assurance, the Karnataka Federation of Untouchable Nomadic Communities has temporarily suspended the 'Belagavi Chalo' protest announced earlier
A woman travelling home at midnight in a Rapido auto in Bengaluru shared a video that has gone viral on the internet. What is the reason behind the viral video? Let's check out.
A Karnataka SIT has charged seven individuals, including former BJP MLA Subhash Guttedar, in a 'vote chori' case involving alleged illegal deletion of 5,994 voters in Aland constituency. This follows earlier claims by Rahul Gandhi, which the Election Commission had dismissed as baseless, stating no online deletions are possible without due process.
Bengaluru Man Electrocuted While Trying To Save Pet Parrot Worth 2.5 Lakhs
An attempt to rescue his pet macaw (a type of parrot) turned fatal for a 32-year-old businessman in Bengaluru after he accidentally touched a high-voltage line and got electrocuted.
Stung by jibe, GBA chief vows to complete Ejipura flyover by June
BENGALURU: Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao on Friday said the Ejipura Flyover would be completed by June next year. He was speaking at the golden jubilee celebration of Bangalore Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Speaking at a panel discussion titled Bengaluru Infra-Woe to Wow! (Citizen Centric Transformation), Rao said the GBA will focus on making Bengaluru a livable public space. Priority will be helping people opt for public transport wherever possible. In response to co-panelist and architect Naresh Narasimhan who ridiculed Ejipura Flyover project which he flayed by saying that the land for upper ramp and landing area was not acquired and the project was still pushed and this led to Koramangala losing out Metro connectivity, Rao said, Koramangala missed having a Metro station. But the priority would be to complete the flyover and take the Metro to the closest point, he said and added, By June, we hope to complete the flyover. He said Bengaluru has been missing traffic planners and urban designers and the GBA wanted to make amends by bringing in them. He welcomed experts to volunteer in this area. The GBA chief also said that with the city population expected to touch 2.5 crore in the next few years, sustainable development like Metro network and reducing air pollution will be key areas of interest. There should be investment in public transport, and road infrastructure besides a sea change in the attitude in garbage management. More construction is happening, with that air quality is being impacted. The priority is to make the city more walkable and improve air quality, said Rao. Chairman, Bengaluru Business Corridor, LK Atheeq, speaking at the panel, suggested creating a cultural identity for the city. He said people and tourists dont know what to do when they come to Bengaluru and end up visiting only parks and a few malls. Make a list of events like Chitarsante, Karaga, Kadalekai Parishe and others and make the same available in the form of pamphlets at all hotels. We need cultural hubs that have music. Make a few more streets as walking streets on weekends, said Atheeq.
GBA to begin buffer road project soon
BENGALURU: Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) Chief Commissioner M Maheshwar Rao instructed officials to commence work on 47 km of buffer roads under the Sanchara Yukta Project by the end of this month. Speaking at the coordination meeting held on Friday regarding issues arising during the implementation of works undertaken by various departments in the city, he said that a plan has been prepared to construct around 300 km of buffer roads to provide additional road infrastructure, protect stormwater drains, utilize buffer zones effectively, promote sustainable mobility, and strengthen neighborhood streets. Of this, all preparations for 47 kms have been completed, and he directed officials to issue work orders to contractors and begin the work without delay. Rao said that each city corporation must submit road details and property/survey data to the Commissioner. Following this, the design will be reviewed, and wherever private land is required to connect to major roads, the land should be acquired through TDR/Premium FAR to facilitate commencement of work. Construction of a 2.6-km buffer road from Ejipura Inner Ring Road to Sarjapur Outer Ring Road, including an RCC retaining wall near defense land, has already begun at a cost of Rs 44 crore. Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Limited (SMILE) Technical Director B S Prahalad said the 24-metre-wide buffer road is currently under construction. The GBA also received complaints regarding piles of garbage/debris and discharge of sewage water along the Hebbal-Yelahanka stretch of the National Highway. The Chief Commissioner directed officials to clear these immediately and maintain cleanliness. The Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has been instructed to inspect locations where sewage is flowing onto the road and take corrective action. He instructed that newly asphalted roads in the city must have lane markings completed. Additionally, kerb painting, zebra crossings, and installation of cat-eyes should be completed at the earliest. Rao said that in flood-prone areas under GBA, necessary works must be undertaken before the onset of the monsoon to prevent any inconvenience during rains. He directed officials to inspect the water-level sensors installed by KSNDMC in stormwater drains to ensure proper functioning and install additional cameras wherever necessary.
Stir over govt plan on constituent colleges
BENGALURU: Following the proposal of the education department and directives to Bengaluru City University to make Ramnarayan Chellaram College of Commerce and Management and Government Arts and Science college as constituent colleges of the university, students along with the members of All India Democratic Students Organisation (AIDSO) protested at Freedom Park on Friday. Addressing the students, Subhash Bettadakoppa, treasurer, AIDSO Karnataka, said, Both the state government and the education minister should immediately give up on this decision. Just 6 months ago, due to our movement, the decision to convert them into constituent colleges was withdrawn. But now, taking up this decision again after announcing the exams is like stabbing the students back. Citing the example of Yuvaraja College in Mysuru, he said when it was made a constituent college under Mysuru University, its fee increased to Rs 12,000 and Rs 38,000. Whereas the fee in other government colleges in Mysuru is Rs 3,000. This is another scheme to rob the poor students, and the government should be ashamed of this. This decision must be withdrawn immediately, or else students will have to intensify the protest. Nawaz, secretariat member of AIDSO Bengaluru District Committee, said, Students struggled without guest lecturers, classes were not conducted for two months, and now when the exams are announced, this sudden decision of making RC College and Govt Arts College into constituent colleges is highly undemocratic and condemnable. These being government colleges, children of farmers and labourers come to study here. So many students go for part-time jobs to pay their college fees. In such a situation, converting them into constituent colleges is intolerable as the fee for every course will be increased.
IndiGo flight status today: The IndiGo crisis continued on Saturday as four flights were cancelled at the Coimbatore Airport on December 13. The Chandigarh Airport also saw cancellations and Delhi Airport said all flight operations are presently normal. On Friday, IndiGo cancelled 200 flights from Delhi and Bengaluru airports amid the ongoing disruptions.
Viral Video Shows Bengaluru Auto Driver Reassuring Female Passenger With Safety Note
A female passenger travelling at midnight in a Rapido auto in Bengaluru shared a video highlighting what she believed was a reassuring gesture.
A powerful explosion near the Indian Navy's ammunition storage facility in Uttara Kannada district caused significant alarm, with over 30 houses developing cracks and windows rattling in nearby villages. Residents described the blast as deafening, prompting immediate damage assessment by local authorities. The exact cause and origin of the incident remain unconfirmed.
Bengaluru weather: Sunny skies, pleasant temperatures; AQI remains poor
Bengaluru anticipates a sunny December 13th with a high of 26.2C, following yesterday's 'poor' air quality (AQI 164). While today's breeze aids pollutant dispersal, precautions are advised in busy areas. The week ahead promises stable, sunny days and cool nights, with a slight humidity rise mid-week. Weekend plans are encouraged.
College friend groups, young people on dates, and creatives looking to learn something new huddled around small electric pottery wheels, in neat aprons and dainty paintbrushes, are a common sight in Bengalurus cafes and arts spaces. But this ancient crafts roots are not in city cafes but in the homes and workshops of artisans for whom pottery is a way of life, with designs and techniques passed on through generations. It is this heritage that Local Narratives one-day excursion to Doora village, just 25 minutes from Mysuru and around three hours drive from ooru, seeks to introduce to Bengalureans this Sunday. The form of pottery practiced in this pottery village, where once, founder Vaishnavi Somani says, every family practiced pottery, is different from the image urban residents are familiar with. She explains, It is a type of wheel pottery where you have to swirl the wheel manually using bamboo sticks, without any electricity. Attendees will get to learn everything from scratch and branch off into making their own creations from objects the artisans introduce them to. People will get a tour of the space, an understanding of the material - clay is not easy to mold how to spin the wheel at the right speed and get started. You can learn how to make all kinds of pots from diyas and vases to bigger pots, explains Nicole Fernandes Christ, a team member. The process of learning is part of a bigger move to bridge the urban rural-rural divide through tourism that gives back to communities, in this village, its an attempt to financially support an art form that has been slowly disappearing, while also spreading awareness about it. There are just 15 families who still practice pottery here today. We found out from them that this is because theyre having trouble reaching a market that wants to buy from them, says Somani. Christ adds, People usually travel, take pictures, and then forget about the place but this is an attempt to change travel from just consumption to contribution. People will be learning and giving back to the locals monetarily but the impact of stories being shared that come from villages to cities help them live longer.
Bengalurus MG Road to be dug up after 40 years to replace corroded water & sanitary lines
Cantonment Railway Colony in Bengaluru loses biodiversity heritage tag in just three months
Unclear tariffs, cancelled tenders: Bengalurus pay-and-park push falters
Monkey fever cases detected early this year in Karnataka; six in Shivamogga, 1 in Chikkamagaluru
Honeytrap: Cybercrooks lure Bengaluru youth on dating app, extort Rs 1 lakh
A 23-year-old factory worker was fatally hit by an SUV owned by former Karnataka minister HM Revanna's son, Shashank. While family members alleged Shashank was driving, Revanna claimed their driver was at the wheel. The SUV reportedly fled the scene but was later stopped by locals.
If its his destiny, DKS would be CM soon: Supporters
Def Leppard to perform in Shillong on March 25
NEW DELHI, Dec 12: Legendary rock band Def Leppard is all set to perform in Shillong on March 25 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Polo Grounds). The band will then perform in Mumbai on March 27, 2026, at Jio World Garden and Bengaluru on March 29, 2026, at NICE Grounds. Excited about their tour, Joe []
A Bengaluru man tragically lost his life while attempting to rescue a pet macaw from an electric tower. Arun Kumar, 32, was electrocuted when a metal pipe he used to reach the bird made contact with a high-tension wire.
Festive rush: Demand rises to add coaches to Ernakulam Vande Bharat, running from Bengaluru
Ministry of education sets up AI healthcare centre at IISc Bengaluru
Is Instagrammable the ultimate dining draw?
Theatre is a shared human experience; AI can never replace that, says Lillete Dubey
She speaks about her Bengaluru connect, the irreplaceable thrill of the stage, and how OTT changed the game for women
Nostalgia grows as Urvashi Theatre set to be demolished in February
Experts call for dedicated cyber security authority
With better pay & prospects, Global Capability Centres good choice for chartered accountants: Expert
Gang assaults man on bike with beer bottle in Bengaluru
Confusion Theerkkaname: Jam sessions to jettison the blues, jazz up your evenings
6th Avenue in Anna Nagar, Chennai. A pale November evening. The room glows softly; chairs lie scattered; someone tunes a guitar, someone adjusts a mic. From the faint ripple of human chatter, a lone voice rises. A gentle hum follows from the rear of the room, and soon several voices begin to sing. Many pick up the same lines imperfect, but wholly invested. The spirit lifts with the music. Welcome to a jam session. Here, music doesnt merely fill a space it stirs a quiet sense of belonging. Here, a group of Keralites feel at home in Chennai, thanks to blessed music. Vaishakha sandhye / Nin chundilenthe / Aruma sakhithan / Adhara kaanthiyo . The song from the 1987 film Nadodikkattu , rendered by KJ Yesudas, fills the air. Many more follow with shifting rhythms and beats Shanthamee Rathriyil / Vaadyaghoshadikal Konduvaa / Oho Konduvaa from Johnnie Walker starring Mammootty, and Confusion Theerkkaname / Ente Confusion Theerkkanamee , sung by MG Sreekumar in the Jayaram-starrer Summer in Bethlehem . Hours pass, cradled by music and in the arms of bittersweet memories, before the time comes to part for the day. One steps out into darkness, into harsh reality, into the swirl of Chennai traffic, and into the humdrum of existence. Jam sessions are popular in cities like Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, and they are gaining ground in Chennai too. Among people who spend most of their time glued to computer screens and commuting to and from work, there is a craving for belongingto stay connected, to dispel loneliness, to feel at home. Jam sessions offer an answer. The term jam session likely originated in the 1920s jazz scene, when white and Black musicians would gather after their regular paying gigs to play the jazz they couldnt perform in the Paul Whitemanstyle bands they worked in. When Bing Crosby attended these gatherings, the musicians would say he was jammin the beat, because he clapped on the one and the three. Jam sessions are popular in cities like Delhi, Pune, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, and they are gaining ground in Chennai too. A jam session is a musical gathering where musicians come together to play, improvise, and experiment without following a rigid structure. It begins with a few musicians picking up a song, and soon the whole group joins insinging, clapping, or adding their own musical bitsturning it into a lively, free-flowing experience. Organisers of a recent session in Chennai say the formats popularity has grown rapidly in recent years. Vishwas KP, founder of Do With LIT, a music community based in Bengaluru, said the rise accelerated after Covid-19 as people are more willing to spend on experiences. He added, Before jamming, there were only two kinds of showsone in pubs with live music or DJs, and the second was concerts by big musicians, which are not very interactive. There were many people who werent comfortable with eitherpeople who dont like going to pubs, and people who dont enjoy concerts. There was a middle ground that needed to be filled. According to Vishwas, jam sessions do more than bring music lovers together; they create friendships. Music is something that binds people together. Ive seen it first-hand in my events many people have become very close friends, and I myself have found close friends I didnt know earlier. Divya, the co-founder of Make Some Occha, a mixed-mic community that organises jamming sessions, open mics, and curated events, shared how she started the community with her friend Thejus. She said they wanted to create a space where people could express art and connect with each other. We were fully into corporate jobs, and we realised wed lost our creative side somewhere we wanted a platform for people who have left their homes to express their creativity and form new connections. People are leaving their homes and coming into new, uncomfortable situations, she added. They need to find new friends. So were creating a space where you can randomly come and sit, sing, dance, laugh with no judgement. Divya noted that while the crowd initially consisted mostly of young professionals, it has now expanded to include children, older adults, and families. Vishwas added that about 80 per cent of attendees are between 25 and 35 years old, but they also see groups in their 50s and 60s enjoying the sessions, along with an increasing number of families. While organisers create the environment, it is the attendees who bring it to life. For many, the sessions offer connection, comfort, and nostalgia. While organisers create the environment, it is the attendees who bring it to life. For Reshma, a Malayali architect working in Chennai, the jamming session she attended was deeply nostalgic. There is nothing as comforting and nostalgic as your mother tongue, she said. Songs take us to memories by default; they make you feel connected sentimentally. As someone living in Chennai for the past eight years, listening to old Malayalam songs feels like a slice of home. Between her words, the songs echoed that spirit. As someone strummed the opening chords of an old Malayalam song, heads lifted instantly. Music turned the space into something familiaralmost home. For Shibil, who performed at an open mic, the events help bridge emotional distance. When youre away from home, you have a disconnected feeling. Attending events like this brings back your memories of home. Its a good place to make new connections. The night grew warmer as voices overlapped, rising and settling like waves. For a moment, the room felt less like a hall and more like a living room back home. Liz, a media coordinator in Chennai, discovered one such programme through BookMyShow. This is definitely a place to make new friends. Even if youre alone, you can meet new people here, she said. In a place like Chennai, with such a large immigrant population, more shows like this should be conducted. Im sure more people will join. Vishwas agreed that Chennai offers strong opportunities. Compared to Bengaluru, Chennai has fewer jamming events, and more people here are interested in music There should be more jamming events in Chennai and more groups providing these experiences, because weve seen in our events that people in Chennai absolutely love their music. He said that jamming sessions in Chennai are still new and evolving but have the potential to become mainstream. Badhri Seshadri, founder of Motta Maadi Music, one of Chennais earliest jamming communities, said the city has played a major role in the ventures success. People in Chennai are always so culturally inclined that when something new comes up, they never say no to it. They want to try it and then its up to the performer to maintain the momentum. He also noted that street performances have evolved into musicians using popular public spots to jam, reflecting the citys vibrant music scene. According to him, these sessions thrive not only because the city supports them, but also because generations of Tamil film music legends have created enduring songs that continue to fuel todays jams. Another attendee, Anupama, described the experience as emotional. Malayalam is my mother tongue. I think, speak, and process emotions in Malayalam. Old Malayalam movies and songs take me back to my native soil. Music has that magic I cant really explain, she said. When I heard about a Malayalam jamming session, I was thrilled. Ever since I left home, Ive hung out with many friends but when it comes to music and movies, Ive always felt like an outsider. But jamming old Malayalam songs with people Id never met felt like attending a function with my cousins. Just like that, we were transported home by the lyrics and music. It was sterling nostalgia. As jam sessions spread across cities, they are doing more than bringing music to life they are bringing people together. Through familiar lyrics and melodies, people are finding comfort, friendship, and a fleeting, powerful sense of home far from home.
Are Urvashis days too numbered?
The iconic single screen in south Bengaluru, which has had over a 50-year run, is in the midst of land litigation
Prada Kolhapuris: No profit sharing for artisans yet
Candidates completing MBBS, postgraduate, or super-specialty degrees in Karnataka are not eligible for permanent registration until they complete the mandatory service
Echoes of Earth 2025 themed around Natures sixth sense
Revolving around the sixth sense found in Nature, Echoes of Earth 2025 is back in the city this weekend
LA-based Aditya Prakash to present his immersive gig theatre ROOM-i-Nation in Varanasi and Bengaluru
Ahead of his India tour, the vocalist and composer lays bare the need for diaspora artistes to tell their own stories through their work.
All depts. to work in close coordination for New Years celebrations
Greater Bengaluru Authority elections likely in mid-2026
Aland voter fraud: Chargesheet names former BJP MLA and his son as prime accused
Karnataka SIT likely to seek court direction for ECI to share technical data; the accused allegedly forged forms to delete almost 6,000 names from electoral roll in 2023
From Apple To Microsoft To Meta: Bengaluru Gen Z Techie Goes Viral With Epic Year In AI
A 22-year-old Indian AI researcher, Adithya S Kolavi, has gone viral after sharing an impressive list of internships, grants, research papers, and hackathon wins, capturing global attention across LinkedIn and tech circles.
Karnataka Govt Issues Order To Constitute Team To Expedite Mekedatu Project
The Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir Project involves constructing a dam across the Cauvery River primarily to supply drinking water to the Bengaluru Metropolitan Region and generate hydroelectric power: Reports
Shivakumar Says Cricket Matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium Allowed To Protect Bengalurus Image
KSCA allowed to resume games after safety review following stampede that killed 13
1 In 7 Kids Using Drugs: Shocking Survey Reveals Alarming Trend Across Bengaluru And Major Cities
A nationwide survey of 5,920 students reveals that even children under 11 are using drugs, with 1 in 7 schoolkids exposed to substances like tobacco, alcohol and cannabis
Bengaluru Shop Owner's Abuse Over Kannada Sparks Outrage, FIR Filed
Bengaluru, shop owner Jalam from Rajasthan abused a customer for requesting Kannada, sparking outrage among Kannada organisations and leading to a police FIR and public apology
Artist RB Muraris canvases explore emotional currents beyond language
Beauty Isnt the Point, a collection of non-objective canvasses by Chennai-based RB Murari, is on display at Chitrakala Parishath, Bengaluru
Kota seeks Vande Bharat Express connecting Bengaluru and coastal Karnataka
Nine arrested for assaulting a family from Bengaluru over inter-faith marriage in Velankanni
IndiGo cancels 160 flights at Delhi, Bengaluru airports on Friday
IndiGo cancelled approximately 160 flights from Delhi and Bengaluru on Friday, following over 200 cancellations the previous day. The airline's top executives appeared before a DGCA probe panel investigating the widespread operational disruptions. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation also sacked four Flight Operations Inspectors due to the ongoing issues.
ARCH College of Design & Business marked an impactful presence at the 25th Global CII Design Summit & Exposition 2025 , Bengaluru. The summit, themed Design for the 4Ps: People, Planet, Purpose, Profitability , brought together global leaders, practitioners, policymakers, and educators to reimagine the role of design in building a sustainable and future-ready world. Archana Surana & Prof. Pradyumna Vyas sign the Cumulus-CII MoU Founder & Director Ms. Archana Surana participated as a speaker, sharing insights on sustainability, evolving design education, and Indias growing influence in the global design landscape. Reflecting on Indias philosophy of responsible innovation, she stated, Sustainability is a mindset rooted in Indias tradition of community, inclusivity, and shared growth. When businesses focus on impact and uplift everyone together, it becomes a way of life. A major highlight of the summit was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Cumulus Association , the worlds largest global network of design and arts institutions. The MoU aims to strengthen international cooperation in design education, research College, mobility, and industry engagement. It will enable joint research College, knowledge exchange, global facultystudent mobility, and collaborative academic initiatives between design institutions and innovation ecosystems worldwide. As Executive Board Member (2025-2028) and former Vice President of the Cumulus Association (2022-2025) , Ms. Surana played a pivotal role in facilitating this partnership, reinforcing Indias position in global design dialogue. The MoU was signed by Prof. Pradyumna Vyas , President, World Design Organization & Senior Advisor, CII, and Ms. Archana Surana , representing Cumulus Association. Gratitude was extended to Prof. Lorenzo Imbesi , President, Cumulus, and Ms. Eija Salmi , Secretary General, for their support in advancing this collaboration. The summit was also attended by ARCH College staff members and students, offering them rich exposure to industry practices, expert conversations, and professional networks. The event also featured the CII Design Excellence Awards and industry visits, highlighting Indias rapidly evolving innovation capabilities and the growing synergy between academia and industry. A distinguished leader in the global design community, Archana Suranas journey combines institution-building with a commitment to shaping responsible creative futures. As Founder & Director of ARCH College, she has led 25 years of innovative design education. Established in 2000 in Jaipur - Indias UNESCO Creative City - ARCH College of Design & Business is a pioneering institution committed to nurturing responsible, future-ready design professionals. The college integrates experiential learning, industry partnerships, cultural engagement, and interdisciplinary exploration to develop creative thinkers equipped for the global creative economy. www.archedu.org . With its mission-driven approach and expanding global partnerships, ARCH College continues to contribute meaningfully to design education, creative industries, and Indias innovation ecosystem - empowering learners to design purposeful, sustainable, and impactful futures.
22K & 24K gold price today, December 12, 2025 across Indian cities
SIA-India bats for higher space budget, hybrid manufacturing incentives & more
Education ministry sets up AI healthcare centre TANUH at IISc
The Ministry of Education has launched the TANUH Foundation at IISc, a new AI Centre of Excellence focused on healthcare. This initiative aims to accelerate AI adoption for early disease detection and primary care, particularly for non-communicable diseases. The center will develop and deploy AI tools to support health workers and improve healthcare access nationwide.
AI takes the wheel: Smart alerts set to make construction sites safer
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the construction equipment sector, enabling proactive maintenance, enhanced safety, and smarter project monitoring. Industry leaders at Excon 2025 highlighted AI's role in preventing breakdowns and accidents through real-time alerts and data analytics, paving the way for semi-autonomous and autonomous technologies.
Bengaluru Weekend Power Cuts: Area Wise Details And Timings
According to officials, the shutdowns are required for replacement of old cables and transformers, line shifting for infrastructure projects, tree trimming near high-tension lines.
AI Centre of Excellence for Healthcare established at IISc in Bengaluru
The centre operates as a multidisciplinary hub, bringing together clinicians, data scientists, and AI researchers
Bengaluru Metro Tickets On Uber: How To Book And Use The QR Code
The process removes the need to stand in line at ticket counters or vending machines, a frequent pain point for daily office-goers, students and elderly passengers.
Japanese shipping giant MOL invests in Bengalurus Theia Ventures Fund
With India now home to over 157,000 startups and nearly 70 unicorns, the country has become MOLs priority growth market beyond shipping, including energy transition and advanced manufacturing.
Passenger Held With Two Endangered Monkeys At Bengaluru Airport
2 endangered Red-Shanked Doucs monkeys seized
Cricket Matches Allowed At Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium With Safety Measures: Dy CM Shivakumar
The Karnataka State Cricket Academy: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday announced that cricket matches will be allowed at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium with safety measures. Speaking to the media at the Circuit House in Belagavi, Shivakumar, who is also Bengaluru Development Minister, said: We've allowed cricket matches to be held at the stadium, taking necessary precautions to ensure safety and maintain Bengaluru's reputation. Home Minister G Parameshwara has been tasked with overseeing the arrangements, and the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) President Venkatesh Prasad and police officials will discuss the details, he added. Shivakumar emphasised that the decision was made to uphold Bengaluru's reputation and prevent any untoward incidents. Sources said that the Karnataka cabinet on Thursday night had approved conducting all upcoming cricket matches, including the 2026 IPL, at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The decision was made at the cabinet meeting in Belagavi, with the Home Department tasked with implementing the Michael De Cunha report's recommendations and ensuring enhanced security measures. The Karnataka State Cricket Academy (KSCA) will discuss and agree on the necessary steps with the Home Department. A meeting chaired by the Home Minister will finalise the arrangements. The decision follows the suspension of cricket matches at the stadium after 11 fans died in a stampede during an RCB victory celebration in July. The stadium had also lost a women's World Cup match due to security concerns. The stadium has not hosted any matches since the stampede on June 4, in which 11 people were killed. The announcement came after newly-elected KSCA President and former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad and other office-bearers met Shivkumar in Belagavi. They had also met the CM and had submitted a request for the resumption of matches. Meanwhile, Shivakumar, asked about the dinner meet he had attended amid rumours that it was organised in response to a dinner meeting organised by CM Siddaramaiah's camp, said that he attends lunch invitations from locals and Congress party family members as a gesture of goodwill. The announcement came after newly-elected KSCA President and former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad and other office-bearers met Shivkumar in Belagavi. They had also met the CM and had submitted a request for the resumption of matches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress chief, stated that he and other party members often receive invitations from locals, including Congress party workers and their families. Article Source: IANS
Former Indian cricket captain praised GEF India for empowering customers to become the third umpire against misleading practices
Meet the Bengaluru bus driver who sacrificed his salary to help Rajinikanth become an actor
Rajinikanth's legendary status was forged through hardship, from bus conductor to porter, before a pivotal friendship with bus driver Raj Bahadur. Bahadur's unwavering financial and moral support enabled Shivaji Rao Gaikwad to pursue acting, a journey that transformed him into the iconic star he is today.
Rs 5,000 Fine For Motorists Dumping Garbage On Bengaluru Roads
In addition to Rs 5,000 penalty, offenders may also be asked to bear the cost of transporting the waste back to their residence, covering the expense incurred by civic agencies.
Karnataka Cabinet has greenlit the M Chinnaswamy Stadium to resume hosting international and IPL matches, contingent on full compliance with safety recommendations from the Justice John Michael Cunha Commission. These upgrades address concerns raised after a fatal stampede, aiming to enhance safety for mass gatherings at the iconic venue.
IndiGo Crisis: DGCA suspends four Flight Operations Inspectors
NEW DELHI: Aviation safety regulator DGCA has suspended four Flight Operations Inspectors (FOIs) following major operational disruptions at IndiGo that left thousands of passengers stranded and led to the cancellation of thousands of flights. On Friday alone, more than 50 IndiGo flights were cancelled at Bengaluru Airport. FOIs are senior officials within the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, responsible for regulatory and safety oversight. They are deployed to monitor airline operations and ensure compliance with aviation standards. According to a source, Four Flight Operations Inspectors at the DGCA have been suspended in connection with the recent large-scale disruptions in IndiGos flights. FOIs play a crucial role in safeguarding aviation safety by conducting inspections, audits, and certification processes for airlines and aviation personnel, including pilots, dispatchers, and cabin crew. Their duties include verifying regulatory compliance, overseeing training and flight standards, and contributing to accident prevention efforts across India. IndiGo has cancelled 54 flights -- 31 arrivals and 23 departures -- from Bengaluru Airport on Friday, a source said. The crisis-hit airline had cancelled over 200 flights from Delhi and Bengaluru on Thursday. Meanwhile, IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers and COO Isidre Porqueras will appear again before the DGCA's investigation panel at 2 PM on Friday. The DGCA on Thursday stepped up scrutiny of the crisis-hit IndiGo, with officials stationing themselves at the carrier's headquarters to monitor operations, and an inquiry panel grilled CEO Pieter Elbers. Elbers, who appeared before the DGCA-constituted inquiry panel on Thursday, has been asked to appear again on Friday. The four-member panel comprises Joint Director General Sanjay Brahamane, Deputy Director General Amit Gupta, senior Flight Operations Inspector Kapil Manglik, and FOI Lokesh Rampal, with a mandate to identify the root causes of widespread operational disruptions at the leading domestic carrier. The committee's mandate includes assessing manpower planning, fluctuating rostering systems, and the airline's preparedness to implement the latest duty period and rest norms for pilots, which came into effect from November 1 this year. IndiGo offers travel vouchers worth Rs 10,000 to passengers severely impacted during December 3-5 'Why allow crisis to escalate?: Delhi HC slams Centre over IndiGo chaos
IndiGo Crisis: DGCA Suspends 4 Flight Operations Inspectors
Mumbai, Dec 12: Aviation safety regulator DGCA has suspended four Flight Operations Inspectors (FOIs) over massive disruptions in IndiGos operations, which resulted in the cancellation of thousands of flights and lakhs of people getting stranded across airports. The airline cancelled over 50 flights from Bengaluru Airport on Friday. FOIs are senior officials within the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, working as part of its regulatory and safety oversight functions, often deployed to monitor airline operations. Four Flight Operations Inspectors (FOIs) [] The post IndiGo Crisis: DGCA Suspends 4 Flight Operations Inspectors appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
New NICE Road Connector Cuts Travel Time By 20 Mins For West Bengaluru Commuters
At present, motorists travelling from Mysore Road towards NICE Road have to pass through Nayandahalli Ring Road and Hosakerehalli, a stretch infamous for traffic bottlenecks.
Driverless Metro In Bengaluru: How It Works And What Happens In An Emergency
For a city that has grown used to peeping into the glass cabin and spotting a loco pilot focused on the track ahead, the silence felt strange. This wasnt shock. It was hesitation.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar held a dinner meeting with over 30 Congress legislators and ministers in Belagavi, amidst ongoing speculations about potential leadership changes. This gathering follows a separate dinner attended by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, fueling discussions about power dynamics within the ruling party.
When the urban and the jungle meet in Bengaluru
Bengaluru is among the few cities in India surrounded by two protected areas. But calls for animal rescue have increased as the expanding city is pushing out urban wildlife from their natural habitats
Brace For Chilly Winds In Bengaluru As IMD Issues Statewide Cold Wind Warning
According to the IMD, cold wave conditions are likely to continue in several districts, while Bengaluru is also expected to experience chilly weather over the next few days.
Three cops rescue sick residents trapped in burning building in HSR Layout
BENGALURU: More than six persons and three dogs trapped inside the second and third floors of a four-storey residential complex that was on fire were safely evacuated by three police personnel attached to the HSR Layout police with the help of the public, using ropes. Those on the fourth floor were rescued by the fire department personnel with a ladder. The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon near the RTO office on the 21st Main Road. A short circuit occurred in the security room of the building and the fire quickly spread to the third floor, leaving the residents trapped inside. A local resident who noticed the fire called the police control room around 12.19 pm, ASI Nagaraj said. Nagaraj, head constable Shiva Nayak and police constable Channappa, who were on patrolling duty, rushed to the spot immediately within 11 minutes. As it was difficult to enter inside through the stairs due to smoke, we used ropes to evacuate those trapped on the second and third. The person who brought the rope also helped us in the rescue operation. Moments later, a gas cylinder inside the security guards room also exploded, further intensifying the fire. The Fire and Emergency Services team arrived at the spot and successfully extinguished the flames. Using the ladder, the fire department personnel also rescued those trapped on the fourth floor. There were women in the building. Luckily nobody sustained injuries, Nagaraj said. The HSR Layout police have registered a case.
MBA student from Kerala dies by suicide in Soladevanahalli
BENGALURU: A 22-year-old MBA student from Kerala has died by suicide leaving behind a death note mentioning three mobile phone numbers and details of a bank account.The deceased has been identified as Jagan Mohanan, a second year MBA student at a private college in Soladevanahalli. He was a native of Vadakara in Kozhikode district. The reasons behind the suicide are yet to be ascertained. The police suspect that the student must have taken the extreme step following blackmail and threats from unidentified persons who had details of his personal information. The accused are suspected to have blackmailed him of making his information public if their monetary demands were not met. The incident happened on Tuesday between 4.30pm and 6pm at the victims rented accommodation in Shanthinagar on the Hesaraghatta Road in Soladevanahalli police station limits. His body was found hanging from the ceiling fan. The victims elder brother, K Kiran Kumar, in a complaint to the police stated that he got a call from his sister saying that Jagan had taken his own life. No arrests have been made yet. The victim has not named anybody in the death note. He mentioned having transferred `24,000 to a bank account. The details of the mobile phone numbers mentioned in the death note are being checked, said DL Nagesh, DCP, (North West division). The body was handed over to the family members after the postmortem at Victoria Hospital. (If you are having suicidal thoughts, or are worried about a friend or need emotional support, someone is always there to listen. Call Sneha Foundation - 04424640050, Tele Manas - 14416 (available 24x7) or iCall, the Tata Institute of Social Sciences' helpline - 02225521111, which is available Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm.)
New-age twist to traditional mithai; India Quotients time-tested strategies
Bengaluru-based India Sweet House is growing 100% YoY and is eyeing an IPO in 2026. India Quotients fifth fund will look into the emerging areas of enterprise software and AI tech. Sprinto is positioning itself as an AI-native GRC and compliance automation platform.
Competition, demand drive Bengaluru colleges to open admissions months early
Some colleges say that early start is meant to streamline their admissions cycle, while others point out that the move is driven by competition
Bengaluru techie taps ChatGPT to beat PCOS fatigue, drops 4 kg with a streamlined vegan diet
A Bengaluru tech professional, Tanya Rajhans, leveraged ChatGPT to create a personalized vegan diet plan to manage her PCOS symptoms. Within 45 days, she lost 4 kg, experienced increased energy, and saw a reduction in bloating and PCOS flare-ups. Her success highlights the power of intelligent, plant-based solutions for effective health management.
Gut check: Rushed mornings wrecking health for kids and young professionals, warn Bengaluru doctors
Owners warned of bulldozer action if they rent homes to drug peddlers
Cradle rattled: Residents cry foul as stadium looms over Nandan Ground in Bengaluru
Bill proposes to criminalise social boycotts, targets caste panchayat diktats
12C ahead: Bengaluru braces for coldest December week
Cyber resilience core to sovereignty: Nadella
