Bengaluru rains: 'Absolutely! It's a daily nightmare': Netizens agree after Mohandas Pai says poor infra forcing many MNCs to take jobs to other cities
His remarks followed heavy rainfall that caused flooding in several parts of the city. Last week, Bengaluru experienced similar issues, with rain leading to waterlogged streets and traffic jams that caused significant delays and gridlock. Key Points
Business TodayZepto shifting its base to Total Mall in Sarjapur, Bengaluru: Report
Zepto had earlier asked its 1,700-1,800 employees to move from its current base in Powai, Mumbai, to Bengaluru. However, the timeline was pushed back due to delays in finalising an appropriate location. Key Points
India TodayBengaluru ain't seen nothing yet: Will it turn into a dystopia?
Bengaluru experienced its highest maximum temperature for March in the past five years, reaching 36.4 degrees Celsius on March 29. This temperature marked the fourth highest in the past 15 years and the third highest in the last decade for March. Meteorological experts attribute this intense heat to global warming and the El Nino effect, which leads to the warming of the Pacific Ocean Key Points
Economic TimesIT companies in Bengaluru urged to give 15 lakh employees WFH option as city grapples with water crisis
Amidst Bengaluru's ongoing water crisis, some individuals on social media have been advocating for the IT industry and government to implement Work From Home (WFH) arrangements. They argue that a temporary WFH policy could help reduce the population density in India's Silicon Valley and mitigate the effects of the water shortage. Key Points
Economic TimesFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refutes Congress' allegations of fiscal bias against Karnataka
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman refuted allegations of fiscal bias against Karnataka, stating all due funds were released on time. She highlighted various schemes benefitting the state, including free rations, Mudra loans, and Stand-up India funds. Meanwhile, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah filed a petition seeking immediate NDRF funds amid drought-like conditions. Key Points
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A Bengaluru techie's miraculous escape: A phone call saves him during Rameshwaram Cafe blast
A software professional from Patna had a narrow escape in the Bengaluru Rameshwaram cafe blast on Friday. Moments before the explosion, he had stepped out to answer a phone call from his mother. He saw black smoke after the blast and helped injured people. Key Points
Economic TimesCafé Blast: State will hand the case to NIA if needed, says CM Siddaramaiah
The incident has left 10 persons injured and one person has lost an eye. The government has announced it will meet the treatment expenses of all the injured persons. Key Points
Economic TimesPaytm & its payments bank discontinue inter-company agreements to reduce dependencies
Paytm didn't say what agreements were being terminated. Payments bank agreed to simplify shareholders’ agreement to 'support Paytm Payments Bank‘s governance, independent of shareholders'. Key Points
ThePrintIndian shares fall as L&T slides after results disappoint
BENGALURU (Reuters) -Indian shares opened lower on Wednesday, weighed down by a fall in Larsen & Toubro on missing profit estimates, and tracking weakness in broader Asian equities ahead of the U.S. Key Points
ThePrintFather performs last rites of boy killed by CEO mother in Goa
A four-year-old boy was allegedly murdered by his mother in Goa. The father, who is settled in Indonesia, performed his last rites in Bengaluru. | Latest News India Key Points
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'New Yorkers would be amazed': Ace investor Mark Mobius impressed by Bengaluru's 'spotless' metro
The ace investor was recently on a month-long visit to India. During his trip, he visited nine cities including Bengaluru and Hyderabad - both known for thriving technology industry. Key Points
Business TodayIndian e-tailer Firstcry's parent files to go public
BENGALURU (Reuters) - Indian online retailer Firstcry filed for an initial public offering on Thursday, its draft papers showed. Firstcry's parent Brainbees Solutions will sell shares worth 18.16 Key Points
ThePrintIndia's Adani Green to raise $1.12 billion to expand renewable capacity
BENGALURU (Reuters) - India's Adani Green Energy on Tuesday said its key shareholders will invest 93.50 billion rupees ($1.12 billion) in the company to expand its renewable power capacity. The Key Points
ThePrintIndia's Dr. Reddy's shares fall on observations from US regulator
BENGALURU (Reuters) - Shares of Indian drug-maker Dr. Reddy's Laboratories were down 6.5% on Monday after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued three observations for the company's plant in Key Points
ThePrintFormer Masterchef Australia judge Gary Mehigan enjoys ‘Ragi Dosa, Kesari Bhath’ in Bengaluru | Video
Former Masterchef Australia judge Gary Mehigan visited Bengaluru's Rameshwaram cafe and enjoyed the dosas offered by the popular food chain. Mehigan also attended the UNESCO heritage tagged Durga Puja in West Bengal. Key Points
mintBerkshire Hathaway exits India's Paytm in $165 million deal
BENGALURU (Reuters) - Berkshire Hathaway has exited India's Paytm after selling its entire stake in the company for about 13.71 billion rupees ($164.70 million) through a bulk deal on Friday. Key Points
ThePrintKarnataka woman officer’s murder: 1 detained, was upset over being fired
The Bengaluru Police has detained a person in connection with the murder of a senior government officer, KS Pratima. As per the police, he was dismissed from service a few days before the incident by the officer. Key Points
India TodayIndia's Infosys says US unit hit by cyber security event
BENGALURU (Reuters) - Indian IT service provider Infosys said on Friday its U.S. unit, Infosys McCamish Systems, was impacted by a cyber security event, resulting in the non-availability of certain Key Points
ThePrintBengaluru weather update: IMD issues ‘heavy rain’ alert; See visuals
Amidst a downpour, the IMD issued a “heavy rainfall” alert in some parts of Karnataka. Check forecasts, warnings, advisories and visuals of the waterlogging. | Bengaluru News Key Points
Hindustan TimesA traffic-free ride from east to west Bengaluru — Whitefield-Challaghatta metro link now in service
Two key stretches of Bengaluru metro's Purple Line — Krishnarajapuram to Baiyappanahalli, and Kengeri to Challaghatta — up & running. Experts say success will depend on feeder services. Key Points
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Bengaluru Metro's Purple Line to become operational from 9 October. Details here
The 2.1-km Baiyappanahalli-KR Pura and 2.05-km Kengeri-Challaghatta sections will open to the public from 5 am. They are part of the Purple Line, which will stretch from Whitefield in the east to Challaghatta in the west and span 42.85 km Key Points
mintKarnataka government proposes to build 190-km tunnel in Bengaluru to ease traffic congestion
Addressing a press conference at Vidhana Soudha here, he said A 190 km long tunnel road has been proposed to combat traffic congestion in Bengaluru and eight companies have qualified for it. These companies will submit a feasibility report and we are preparing to call for public tenders within 45 days. Key Points
Economic TimesTraffic snarl, 'dogs in cages' — comedian Trevor Noah 'roasts' Bengaluru debacle in Mumbai show
Noah cancelled Bengaluru shows due to 'technical issues'. He is said to travel with his team of technicians & sound engineers, who 'approved the venue & equipment months before' the show. Key Points
ThePrintKarnataka bandh Live Updates: 70 detanied, roads blocked, Section 144 imposed in Bengaluru
Karnataka Bandh News Live Updates: The statewide bandh, called by pro-Kannada organisations to protest against the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, is currently underway in Karnataka. The protesters, under the banner of Kannada Okkuta, have blocked roads at multiple locations, including the state capital Bengaluru. Several people have been detained from various parts of the state in connection with the protests. Key Points
India TodayAfter tomatoes, humble banana may pinch your pocket; Prices cross Rs 100 in Bengaluru
The price of bananas in Bengaluru has climbed to Rs 100 per kilo due to fluctuations in demand and supply. Bengaluru is largely reliant on Tamil Nadu for much of its banana supply and a fall in availability has resulted in hike in wholesale prices.. A rise in demand is anticipated due to forthcoming religious festivals. Some farmers have suggested middlemen and traders are driving up the price. Key Points
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Intel to sell Bengaluru office and lease it back
The deal, expected to exceed ₹450 crore, is anticipated to follow a sales-cum-lease model for three years, with a one-year lock-in period for the asset, said multiple people familiar with the matter. Several well-known builders actively participated in the bidding process for this highly sought-after property, said two persons, adding that the deal is expected to be concluded in the near future. Key Points
Economic TimesWhen bicycles were a luxury and avenue trees the norm in Bengaluru
Bharat Ratna awardee and Bengaluru-based scientist C.N.R. Rao recollects the memories of good old Bangalore when it was filled with trees and not vehicles and skyscrappers. Key Points
The HinduDownpour in Bengaluru continues, IMD predicts more rain, doctors warn against infections
Bengaluru continues to suffer from the spell of pre-monsoon rains. The IMD has advised citizens to stay indoors, while some doctors have warne against spread of infections amid rains. Key Points
India TodayCoach of Chennai-Bengaluru double decker express train derails
A pair of wheels of a coach (second from the rear) of train number 22625 derailed soon after leaving Bisanattam station. No one was injured. After detaching the affected coach, the train left for Bengaluru. Key Points
The HinduKarnataka Elections: PM Modi embarks on 8-km roadshow in Bengaluru
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his eight km roadshow in Bengaluru on Sunday morning, campaigning for the BJP, ahead of May 10 Assembly polls in Karnataka. The roadshow from Kempegowda statue at New Thippasandra Road to Trinity circle is expected to be covered in about one-and-half hours, according to party sources. Key Points
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Modi road show in Bengaluru modified again due to NEET exam on May 7
The proposal to hold the road show till 1.30 p.m. had alarmed students in Bengaluru as their NEET exam is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. Key Points
The HinduModi to undertake a mega 8-hour roadshow covering 36.6 km in Bengaluru on May 6
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will undertake a mega roadshow titled “Karnataka Yatre” in Bengaluru on May 6, covering 36.6 km in eight hours. The roadshow will cover 17 Assembly constituencies of the total 28 in Bengaluru city. Key Points
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