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Tree felling exercise underway to widen Bellary Road
Infrastructure

In photos: Age-old trees felled for Bellary road widening

January 17, 2023 Pragathi Ravi

BBMP’s decision to fell nearly 54 trees in front of Palace Grounds to widen Bellary road has drawn the ire of citizens and environmentalists.

A lady selling masks in Koramangala, Bengaluru
Health

Experts consider fourth booster shot as COVID-19 concerns return to Bengaluru

January 16, 2023 Kanishka Khandelwal

Institutions are preparing to ramp up safety precautions amid recommendations from the health department.

Cracks on a road. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Predictive_maintenance#/media/File:Deteriorated_asphalt.jpg
Civic

Bengaluru Buzz: Cracks on ‘rapid road’ | 3-m sinkhole on Brigade Road… and more

January 14, 2023 News Desk

In other top news this week: BBMP launches ‘Fix My Street’ application and Karnataka Animal Welfare Board conducts raids on pet shops.

Church Street under construction
Civic

Church Street: Aspirational milestone or expensive experiment? 

January 13, 2023 Pragathi Ravi

Even though the redesigned Church Street serves as an aspirational model, it cannot be entirely replicated in other areas of the city.

A photo of M.A. Saleem, IPS, Special Commissioner of Police, Traffic.
Commute

Exclusive: “Presently, our focus is on regulating traffic,” says M. A. Saleem

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.

Pet bottles on tarpaulin
Environment

Energy efficiency: Retrofit guidelines for multi-storeyed and individual buildings

January 11, 2023 Vinita Rodrigues and Hasan ul Banna Khan

Mindful energy consumption is not just a cost-saving step but imperative to ensure minimal negative impact on our planet. Here are some ways to do that.

The Re-store in Vijayanagar, Whitefield
Economy

Thrift stores in Bengaluru that give back to the community

January 10, 2023 Bhanu Sridharan

Know more about three unique thrift stores in Bengaluru with offers for children, women and those looking for miscellaneous items.

NITI Aayog Urban dashboard 2021-22 for SDG monitoring
Civic

Ranked 15 overall, Bengaluru lags behind in two key SDGs

January 9, 2023 Pragathi Ravi

Data shows that Bengaluru is far from achieving the zero hunger goal by 2030, highlighting the need to strengthen government schemes.

Inside Kempegowda International Airport
Civic

Bengaluru Buzz: 266 COVID-19 cases | KIA 2nd global punctual airport … and more

January 7, 2023 News Desk

Property tax collection fell short, Enforcement Directorate issued a notice to BBMP, and trees to be felled for rail projects were the other news.

Civic

Webinar alert: Lessons from Church Street — how can we revamp Bengaluru roads?

January 6, 2023 News Desk

Five years after its redesign, Church Street is praised and criticised in almost equal measure. Let’s delve into what worked and what didn’t.

A view of Bengaluru
Economy

Why BBMP is caught in a vicious cycle of low municipal revenue

January 6, 2023 Sukanya Bhaumik

Currently, BBMP’s per capita revenue is well below the norms set by the High Powered Expert Committee for urban development.

A child's wheelchair being adjusted
Society

Five innovative solutions that seek to empower persons with disabilities

January 5, 2023 N S Senthil Kumar

Read about organisations that are working with persons with disabilities to create transformative solutions for an inclusive society.

Outside KSR Bangalore City Railway Station
Commute

Does Bengaluru need airport-like railway stations?

January 4, 2023 Bhanu Sridharan

The public and citizen groups have different priorities from the SWR. But the railway body appears to never consult the public over its plans.

The Sir M. Visvesvaraya Terminal lit up at night
Commute

What Bengaluru’s flight users got in 5 years, rail users await for 10 years

January 3, 2023 Bhanu Sridharan

While SMVB has finally become operational with 29 trains originating and terminating here, passengers still face several difficulties.

Auto stands adjacent to bus stops
Commute

Pre-paid auto kiosks set to make a comeback in Bengaluru Metro stations

January 2, 2023 Pragathi Ravi

The lack of last mile connectivity and erratic schedules of BMTC often compel commuters to resort to booking an auto for the entirety of their trip.

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