Education A few low cost private schools attempt to bridge the learning gap February 13, 2023 Sherin Sunny The limited number of govt schools and their minimal facilities often drive the urban poor to enrol their children in low cost private schools.
Economy No fortunes in selling fish in the city, but a livelihood for many February 3, 2023 Sherin Sunny 1.07% of the country’s GDP comes from the fishing industry, and supports around 28 million households. How do Bengalurean fish vendors fare?
Commute Men who tame unruly Bengaluru traffic January 24, 2023 Sherin Sunny The traffic policemen on duty at Goraguntepalya signal stand for almost the whole day, manning traffic. They only take a quick break for lunch.
Health Youth living in PG accommodations in Bengaluru prone to mental disorders: Study January 18, 2023 Sherin Sunny Majority of the participants in the study said that they had no one to confide in or share an emotional bond with in the city.
Commute Exclusive interview: ‘Our focus is on regulating traffic,’ says Bengaluru traffic commissioner January 12, 2023 Sherin Sunny M. A. Saleem, Special Commissioner of Police, Traffic, explains how ITMS and synchronised traffic signals work, and about IPC section 283.
Education Students in this govt school excel against all odds December 30, 2022 Sherin Sunny Irrespective of the medium of instruction, students are unable to articulate their points in a coherent and structured manner.
Economy Rs 1.2 crores recovered as penalty from ineligible BPL card holders, some owned luxury cars December 21, 2022 Sherin Sunny Despite online facilities, private service providers and initiatives like Grama One and Bangalore One, there are 2.7 lakh pending applications.
Governance 5-rupee breakfast, 10-rupee lunch: How Indira canteens are managing despite slashed budget December 14, 2022 Sherin Sunny Indira Canteens, started as a scheme of the erstwhile Congress government to provide low-cost, quality meals for the poor, are now mired in politics.
Infrastructure State-run sports facilities in Bengaluru inadequate, private academies too expensive December 7, 2022 Sherin Sunny Even the reputed Kanteerava Stadium lacks basic facilities like proper drinking water and clean toilets, despite repeated complaints.