Explainers | Citizen Matters, Bengaluru

Environment

Want to plant a tree?

October 28, 2009 Pushpa Achanta

A quick guide on planting trees in your backyard or in your neighbourhood.

Stop, don’t cut down the tree!

October 28, 2009 Pushpa Achanta

FAQ on when trees can be cut and what to do when you see a tree felled illegally.

How to choose the right school?

October 20, 2009 Chitra Aiyer

With schools admissions process on in full swing, parents have the unenviable task of choosing the “right” school for their young ones. Some pointers on what to look for.

Arts & Culture

For a safe and happy Diwali

October 11, 2009 Vaishnavi Vittal

Firecrackers are a part and parcel of Diwali. But if not used properly, they can cause injuries. Here’s what you need to keep in mind while handling fireworks.

Elections

From Form 6 to Voter ID card

October 1, 2009 Vaishnavi Vittal

Did you ever wonder how your name gets on the voter rolls in Bengaluru? Here’s a quick run through, slideshow included.

BBMP

Find your name on the voters list

September 30, 2009 Vaishnavi Vittal

With the Bengaluru council polls due this year, the State Election Commission has put up a website where you can search for your name on the electoral list, but only those who registered for the Lok Sabha polls.

Thank god it’s Friday

September 17, 2009 Ravi Kaushik

What are your plans this weekend? This compilation of local event listing sites may give you ideas.

All about water purifiers

September 7, 2009 Reshmi Chakraborty

Is your tap water safe or do you need to purify it? Or should you just buy bottled water? How do you decide? Here is a quick guide to water quality and water purifiers.

Health

Swine Flu or A(H1N1): Everything you need to know

August 19, 2009 Vaishnavi Vittal

What are the symptoms of swine flu? How do you know if you have the regular flu or if you have contracted the A(H1N1) influenza virus?

Hospitals treating A(H1N1) (Swine Flu) in Bangalore

August 17, 2009 News Desk

Update:Dear readers, the below list might be dated, for the new list and updates, read the latest article published in February 2015: Here is how you can manage Swine Flu in Bengaluru: See also: Doctors

Business & Economy

Quest for quality cottons

August 10, 2009 Reshmi Chakraborty

With the festive season in, how do you get the best quality cotton? What to look for and where to shop?

Health

Chikungunya and dengue: prevention and treatment

July 23, 2009 Vaishnavi Vittal

How equipped are Bangalore hospitals to treat chikungunya and dengue? And what can you do to prevent these illnesses?