October | 2014 | | Citizen Matters, Bengaluru

Education

Private schools should follow school safety guidelines and protect kids: Govt

October 31, 2014 Shree D N

Yet another rape in an upscale school. Some more protests. Do the statements made by the CM and the Home Minister point to the root problem? Read on.

Health

14-year-old girl fills blind mother’s life with light, while her own stars remain bleak

October 31, 2014 Ganga Madappa

What are the options for a girl child, now the only support for her blind mother? This is the story of one such girl—the breadwinner of her family— a story that will set you thinking about the flowers under your feet.

Society

An ode to Karnataka through photographs to start on Rajyotsava eve

October 31, 2014 News Desk

Six photographers will be showcasing their rendezvous with Karnataka through their photography at Prathibimba.

UNCATEGORIZED

Job firms blacklisted for fake certificates | “Garbage issue: Rs 200 crore wasted” | Where to donate excess food in Bangalore

October 30, 2014 News Desk

This week’s highlight: The Crime Control Bureau has shared a list of firms in Bangalore who issue fake job certificates. So if you are looking to hire or be hired through a private consultancy, here are the ones that you should avoid. Also read: “Garbage issue: Rs 200 crore wasted” | Where to donate excess food in Bangalore | and more.

Governance

Cops raid job consultancies that issue fake certificates in Bengaluru

October 29, 2014 News Desk

These firms might take you for a ride – promising dream jobs for a good fee, giving you fake certificates! Check the list of fraudulent firms, shared by the Crime Control Bureau.

Governance

Mandur issue will be solved in a month or two, says Bengaluru In-charge Minister

October 29, 2014 Ganga Madappa

Bangalore In-charge Minister Ramalinga Reddy talks about the BBMP bifurcation, the trash crisis, problems in his constituency and where he sees the city four years from now.

Environment

Two-way horn that’s audible to drivers: Can it tackle habitual honkers?

October 28, 2014 Pranay Kotasthane

The Karnataka government has proposed a substantial hike in the fine for honking. Will this reign in the spectre of vehicular noise pollution? What other measures can reduce the deafening noise levels in our city?

Here is why Bangalore needs late night transport solutions

October 27, 2014 Amith Subramanian Pallavoor

Late night public transport options in Bangalore are few. What are the impediments that BMTC faces in introducing adequate late night services? Read on!

Environment

Moving beyond cleaning drives, photo ops to tackle trash in Bengaluru

October 27, 2014 Radhika Raj Narayan

What does it take to make the city trash-free? A citizen suggests three areas through which the problem can be tackled.

Lawmakers splurge on renovations, while hospitals ignore the poor

October 25, 2014 Sakuntala Narasimhan

No money to check stray dogs menace, or ensure proper working of government hospitals. Meanwhile government is to spend on renovations and clubhouses.

Infrastructure

Electronic City resident dismayed at dirty neighbourhood, plans to fix the garbage problem

October 25, 2014 Nishit Sharma

One person alone cannot do anything. Really? But every initiative starts with that one person who is willing to take responsibility! A resident of Electronic City, Nishit Sharma, is dismayed at the dirty streets, and wants to do something about it. Read it in his own words!

Governance

Bangaloreans to gather at Balabrooie, to protest against proposed demolition of the heritage building

October 24, 2014 News Desk

Citizens plan to assemble at Balabrooie Guest House lawns on Sunday, October 26th, at 11 am to demand that the Karnataka government stop the plans to demolish the heritage building

A BMTC conductor who doesn’t have change is a victim of BMTC too!

October 23, 2014 Pooja Vijay

After being told to get off a BMTC bus only because she did not tender exact change, a citizen explores the reasons for the repeated scuffles between passengers and conductors.

Environment

Lessons in waste management from the Bengaluru Marathon 2014

October 22, 2014 Shilpi Sahu

The recently concluded Bengaluru Marathon 2014 was indeed an example of responsible racing, with waste management being given priority.

Environment

Five things that can make your Deepavali celebrations more eco-friendly

October 22, 2014 Ganga Madappa

How are you celebrating Deepavali this year? Small tweaks to the way you celebrate could help in making your celebrations eco-friendly.

Society

Now, check the eco-friendly quotient of the parties you organise!

October 21, 2014 Shilpi Sahu

Our existence on this planet leaves a footprint, however small it may be. The trick is in minimising the waste and while maximising the joy quotient!

Civic

Citizens ask BBMP to solve infrastructural issues in HSR Layout

October 21, 2014 Brig (retd.) R S Murthy

Members of the HSR Sector 2 RWA met with BBMP Joint Commissioner and Corporator to discuss infrastructure issues in the area, including solid waste management, road work and de-silting of drains.

Infrastructure

Make your building fire-safe with the help of this app

October 20, 2014 News Desk

Through this app, you can report fire safety violations to the Fire Department and get them rectified, before a tragedy strikes.

Society

Ten traditional recipes you will rarely find in restaurants of Bangalore

October 17, 2014 Sowrabha Karinje

Come weekend, you want to go out and try a new restaurant or new food. Instead why not try these simple recipes at home?

Civic

Give away that excess food to the needy in Bangalore!

October 16, 2014 Vikram Kapoor

There are organisations that accept extra food to feed to the hungry. But no – 1098 – Child Line – does not accept excess food. By calling 1098 to check this, you are only blocking the precious time of the call centre that will be of use to a child in distress.