October, 2015 Citizen Matters, Bengaluru

The Raman Effect on Indian Institute of Science

October 30, 2015 Pavan Kulkarni

Part 2 of the series exploring Sir CV Raman’s legacy: Raman takes over the reins of IISc. He soon invites Max Born to Bengaluru. He also initiates other reforms, setting off a chain of events that eventually cost him the directorship.

Far from the madding crowd, head to the hills this weekend!

October 30, 2015 Akshatha M

The well-trodden path or the road not taken – choose the path you want to tread. The Hutri hill, with its brimming pond and stupendous views, is sure to enthrall you.

ABCs of Bellandur lake; Microfinance & the poor; How CV Raman came to Bengaluru; Ganesha, after the Habba

October 29, 2015 News Desk

In this edition, read about Bellandur lake and its litany of problems, why microfinance makes things worse for the poor, how CV Raman came to the city, and what happens to Ganesha idols after the festival is over. All this and more…

All you need to know about Bellandur Lake and its problems

October 29, 2015 Akshatha M

Each time it rains near Bellandur lake, froth surfacing from the lake attacks the nearby roads and vehicles. Why is this happening? What is stopping whom from rejuvenating Bengaluru’s biggest lake? Here is what you need to know about Bellandur lake.

Society

Doing something to mitigate challenges faced by the disabled? Read on

October 27, 2015 Deepali Gaur

Working on finding solutions to challenges faced by the disabled in rural areas? Apply for the Enable Makeathon by Nov 15 for the opportunity to see your idea through to fruition.

Running event to help Chintamani farmers

October 26, 2015 Ganga Madappa

A group of friends from Bengaluru is running to raise funds to support farmers in Chintamani. The money raised could go towards purchasing solar lamps, or building bunds to prevent soil erosion.

Environment

In pictures: Ganesha, after the Habba

October 26, 2015 Vaidya R

During Ganesha Habba, there are grand processions to neighbourhood lakes to immerse the idols. But what happens to them once the festival is over?

When micro-finance and self help groups make things worse for poor in Bengaluru

October 26, 2015 Navya P K

How effective are micro-finance institutions in helping the poor in Bengaluru deal with their crises? Do self help groups really help? What is the downside?

Infrastructure

Dear Karnataka govt, set your priorities for Bengaluru right, before more people lose their lives!

October 23, 2015 Khader B Syed

Why aren’t easy solutions to the problems that plague Bengaluru provided by government’s own agencies not taken into consideration while planning infrastructure? Why isn’t government doing anything?

How C V Raman came to Bangalore

October 23, 2015 Pavan Kulkarni

In this four-part series, we explore the relationship between C V Raman and the city of Bengaluru – his life and work here, that gave the city many of its famous landmarks. This part explores early life and C V Raman’s journey to Bengaluru.

Munching your way around Bengaluru

October 23, 2015 Niveadha Nanjundeswaran

Gone are the days when eating out meant going to a restaurant. With new fast food shacks coming up almost every week, here’s a look some of the must-try joints in the city.

Sakina Manzil: a refreshing take on the freedom struggle

October 23, 2015 Swati Simha

The play takes you to the pre-independence era and gives new insights into the freedom struggle. Dim romantic lights, old transistors and carefully picked nostalgic music make for a memorable experience.

Feed your neighbour; Power cuts are back; Lessons Bengaluru can learn from a Canadian city

October 21, 2015 News Desk

In this edition, we have a wonderful community initiative that has distributed a whopping 84,646 packs of food to the hungry. Do check out the transport arrangements that have been made by the traffic police and KSRTC for the long weekend. We also have several citizen features – lessons we can learn from Canada, how rampant racism is the city, and what an ideal weekend in Bengaluru is like.

Over 84,000 hungry stomachs fed, thanks to the Feed Your Neighbour campaign

October 21, 2015 Ganga Madappa

Eight days back, a motley crew of good samaritans started distributing food to the hungry and homeless in Bengaluru. Come tomorrow, they are likely to have fed more than a lakh hungry stomachs.

Commute

Traffic in City railway station and Kempegowda terminal to be affected

October 21, 2015 News Desk

If you are taking a bus out of Bengaluru for the Dasara weekend, this is a must-read. The traffic police has made special arrangements to cope with the possible rush at the railway station and at bus stands.