BBMP
Unable to meet revenue targets, BBMP relies on grants
The shortfall in revenue collection has become a problem for BBMP. How is it impacting the budget? »
COVER STORY
Does Karnataka’s voter list have errors? Here’s what we know
Voter list is referred by everyone including officials and political parties. There are indications of the list having serious errors this time. Can the errors be rectified? »
BBMP
New act could leave lakes of Bengaluru in lurch
The government of Karnataka has come up with Tank Development Act which, in its current form, could be detrimental to the cause of protecting and rejuvenating lakes. »
COVER STORY
“Fire Safety awareness must start with the young”
To create awareness about fire safety and reduce risks, it is important to sensitise the youth through creative campaigns – in schools, colleges and elsewhere, said Professor Rajiv Gowda at the 2018 annual memorial lecture organised by Beyond Carlton. »
COVER STORY
Dear BBC, Bengaluru isn’t running out of water soon. Here’s why!
Bengaluru has been projected as a city that will run out of water. Will this really happen? What water-safety measures does the city have in place? Water expert Vishwanath decodes the issue. »
COVER STORY
Here’s how Bengaluru will cut transport emissions in future
150 electric buses. A fleet of 300 electric cars, and many E-rickshaws Transport scenario in Bengaluru looks bright and green, with more and more electric vehicles in the offing. »
COVER STORY
Bengaluru’s sewage treatment plants have no standard design
Why did three workers have to die while cleaning a sewage treatment plant? What in the system failed the workers? »
BDA
Revised Master Plan-2031: Revisions only – neither mastery nor planning?
What does revised master plan have in it? Is it progressive or just an extension of the old plan? Here’s a curation of views on RMP 2031. »
BMRCL
How Bengaluru’s transport systems moved in 2017
Metro works are progressing fast, while BMTC is adding more buses. All in all, the scene looks bright on paper. Here is a round up of mobility issues of Bengaluru in 2017. »
BBMP
Is fogging hiding the real issue behind city’s mosquito menace?
People demand fogging when they see mosquitoes. And BBMP does it in some places. But is it really useful? Does it kill all types of mosquitoes? Does it help control dengue? »