Kerala is set to welcome its third Vande Bharat Express, with the Union Government approving a new Ernakulam–Bengaluru route, marking a major boost to the state’s rail connectivity. The announcement came following a virtual meeting between Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and BJP Kerala President Rajeev Chandrasekhar. According to officials, the new semi high-speed train will Read More…
The South Western Railway has extended three special weekly train services between SMVT Bengaluru and Thiruvananthapuram North until the end of December, ensuring continued festive season connectivity. The SMVT Bengaluru–Thiruvananthapuram North Weekly Express (0655) will now run until December 26, while the Thiruvananthapuram North–SMVT Bengaluru Weekly Express Special has been extended to December 28. Similarly, Read More…
Bengaluru: In a major expansion move, Apple India has signed a 10-year lease for 2.7 lakh sq ft of prime office space at the Embassy Zenith building, committing over ₹1,000 crore in rentals. The deal, which spans the 5th to 13th floors and begins on April 3, 2025, comes with a monthly rent of ₹6.31 Read More…
Bengaluru: The South Western Railway (SWR) has announced a route and terminal change for Train No. 16512 Kannur – KSR Bengaluru Express, impacting passengers traveling from Kerala to Bengaluru. Under the new arrangement, the train will be diverted via Yasvantpur Junction, Hebbal, and Banaswadi before terminating at Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal (SMVT) Bengaluru, replacing its Read More…
Bengaluru has entered a new era of urban mobility as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Yellow Line of the Bangalore Metro (Phase 2) and laid the foundation for the Phase 3 Orange Line—transformative projects worth nearly ₹22,800 crore. The Yellow Line, stretching over 19 km with 16 elevated stations, is set to serve up Read More…
Bengaluru: In the wake of a heartbreaking tragedy that struck during Royal Challengers Bangalore’s (RCB) IPL victory celebrations, the team has pledged strong support for victims and their families. Eleven lives were lost and many injured in a stampede-like situation near the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, where thousands had gathered to celebrate RCB’s historic maiden IPL Read More…
Bengaluru: What began as a jubilant celebration of Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s historic maiden IPL title ended in heartbreak, as a massive stampede near the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives and left several others injured, some in critical condition. The tragedy unfolded when thousands of excited fans gathered around the stadium, overwhelming security arrangements. Despite Read More…
Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s dream run to their first-ever IPL title was set to culminate in a grand roadshow — but last-minute security concerns put the brakes on the celebration. Bengaluru Police denied permission for the planned victory rally, citing the risk of untoward incidents, and confined the festivities to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB Read More…
Bengaluru: Heavy overnight rain lashed Bengaluru, triggering waterlogging and localized flooding across several parts of the city. The city recorded over 100 mm of rainfall, submerging low-lying areas and causing traffic disruptions early Monday morning. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed Bengaluru under a Yellow Alert until May 23, forecasting continued spells of moderate Read More…
Bengaluru’s beloved idlis are under scrutiny as a shocking practice emerges—some eateries have been using plastic sheets instead of traditional cotton cloths to line idli steam plates. This shortcut, aimed at reducing cleaning efforts, comes at a dangerous cost. Health experts warn that when exposed to steaming temperatures above 100°C, these plastic sheets release toxic Read More…