Tag: Bengaluru

Bengaluru marks a significant milestone in its transportation sector as the first-ever driverless metro train, comprising six coaches from China, arrived in the city on Wednesday. The Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) announced the arrival of the state-of-the-art train, heralding a new era in metro rail services for the bustling metropolis.

The serene ambiance of Cubbon Park, often referred to as the 'lungs of Bengaluru', has been disrupted by the echoes of protests as hundreds gathered today to oppose the Karnataka government's controversial plan to construct a 10-storey building as an annex to the High Court within the cherished green expanse of the public park.

Jishnu Mohan, a software engineer based in Bengaluru, recently took to social media platform X to express his concerns about the recession in the technology sector, only to find himself out of a job shortly thereafter. Mohan claimed that he was terminated from his position at Forma, a life benefits platform, as part of a broader corporate restructuring initiative, merely a day after he posted about the industry's downturn.

In a significant move, the Bengaluru police, led by City Police Commissioner B Dayananda, have mandated the closure of the recently inaugurated Phoenix Mall of Asia for the next 15 days, from December 31 to January 15. The decision was made in response to mounting concerns over the mall's role in exacerbating traffic congestion in North Bengaluru.Bengaluru Police Directs Closure of Phoenix Mall of Asia for 15 Days Due to Traffic Chaos Bengaluru's City Police Commissioner, B Dayananda, has issued a directive ordering the closure of Phoenix Mall of Asia for the next 15 days, from December 31 to January 15. The decision was made in response to the mall's alleged role in exacerbating traffic congestion and causing inconvenience to the public in North Bengaluru. The police highlighted the mall's insufficient parking facilities as a primary cause of severe traffic jams, particularly in the Hebbal area, known for frequent traffic snarls. Commissioner Dayananda, following a personal inspection of the mall, emphasized the disparity between the mall's massive size and its parking capacity. He noted, "Despite spanning 12 floors, including 2 basement levels, with a total area of 86,421 square meters up to the third floor, the mall has only two basements to accommodate 2,324 cars and two-wheelers." This parking insufficiency has resulted in long queues of vehicles awaiting entry at the mall's entrance, leading to congestion on the service road alongside the main highway and halting vehicular traffic for prolonged periods on both sides of the highway's primary carriageway. Besides parking issues, the mall's exhaust blowers have contributed to high noise pollution levels, triggering numerous complaints from residents about disturbances in sleep patterns and hindrances in students' studies. The Karnataka State Pollution Control Board reportedly highlighted the mall's repeated failure to curb noise pollution, breaching prescribed limits. Phoenix Mall of Asia, a high-profile establishment that opened in late October amid significant anticipation and touted as one of the country's largest malls, has drawn considerable footfall from North Bengaluru residents. However, recent traffic congestion during a long weekend has led to public questioning of the police and civic authorities for permitting its operations. The closure directive issued by Bengaluru police reflects growing concerns over the mall's impact on traffic management and public inconvenience due to parking constraints and noise pollution.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi takes a significant flight on India's indigenous Tejas fighter jet in Bengaluru, underscoring confidence in the country's self-reliant capabilities and marking a renewed sense of national pride. The article delves into the Tejas program's advancements, its role in the Indian Air Force's fleet, and plans for future enhancements.

Bengaluru gears up to host the inaugural 'Namma Kambala' event, bringing the revered buffalo race to the city. Organizers anticipate a grand spectacle with cultural fervor, celebrity presence, and stringent security arrangements for the anticipated crowd of two lakh attendees.

A significant fire, suspected to have started from welding activity, destroyed around 15 vehicles parked at a garage in Bengaluru. Firefighters have successfully brought the blaze under control, and fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident.

A fire, likely caused by cooking gas cylinder explosions, engulfed a multi-storey commercial building in Bengaluru's Koramangala area. A harrowing video shows a man jumping from the rooftop as the fire rages. Two individuals sustained critical injuries.

A bizarre incident unfolds in Bengaluru as a partially-built bus shelter worth ₹10 lakh disappears from a busy road. Police are investigating the peculiar theft, leaving citizens astonished and raising questions about security measures.

Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy has refuted claims of a carpooling ban in Bengaluru. He clarified that while non-commercial private vehicles with white number plates cannot be used for carpooling, app-based carpooling services are still operational. The state government plans to meet with carpooling aggregators to discuss the issue.

The Karnataka government has issued a ban on carpooling in Bengaluru, citing complaints from taxi driver associations. Those found operating carpooling services could face fines ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000. The move has sparked controversy as carpooling was a popular way to reduce traffic congestion in the city.

“Passion and determination are two powerful forces that can make one unstoppable” and this is aptly applicable to Dr Amit Kumar C Jain, a renowned Diabetic foot surgeon from Bengaluru, who has several arrays of world records to his credit.