Allocation of 1% of funds from BBMP budget, temporary grievance redressal cell, free public amenities in markets – these are some of the streets vendors demands to the BBMP.
Both plastic producers and recyclers in Jolly Mohalla, Nayandahalli and Peenya will be affected badly if the plastic ban is implemented in letter and spirit. What will happen to the livelihoods of the workers in such industries?
The Federation of Street Vendor Unions of Bengaluru has called for a bandh on June 15th to protest against the atrocities meted out to them and against FDI in retail.
Murphy Town Market may be joining the list of over 800 heritage structures in Bengaluru. The BBMP has dropped its plan to renovate the old market, saying the structure is solid.
Valentine’s Day is approaching fast. When love is in the air, you may think of flowers to gift. But what flowers and where do they come from? Step into Bengaluru’s Flower Market, where farmer and wholesalers trade blooms.
Meant to be a clean up drive, the BBMP officials’ visit to Johnson’s Market also saw many shoppers violating rules, by not having licenses. A peek into what goes on in the weekly market clean up drives taken up by the BBMP.
Not many in Bengaluru know about weekly Santhes happening on the outskirts. A visit to a Santhe could be a refreshing experience, along with buying fresh vegetables for best price.
Meet a tech professional who believes in technology for farmers’ benefit. His venture now ensures that you can get fruits fresh from the farm delivered at your doorstep!
Bengaluru’s impact on India’s sporting scene in badminton, tennis, cricket and hockey is now being followed by pioneering firms pushing for focussed sports education in city schools.
There were many reasons for traffic congestion around Gandhi Bazaar, but evicting street vendors was seen as the only solution. Now, traffic is still messy here. What really could have been done?