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Economy

Fighting for rights of domestic workers

June 23, 2017 Radio Active 90.4MHz

June 16, 2011, was a landmark day for domestic workers the world over. The Convention C 189 was passed, giving domestic workers the world over increased hope of legislative and social justice. Eighteen countries have

Society

Each person can become a spark that can empower and educate people

June 3, 2017 Radio Active 90.4MHz

Hailing from Kolkata, Shajan Samuel, a celebrity brand ambassador of the World Peace Keepers Movement and the Senior VP of MAAC, a group company of Aptech, shares his achievements and dreams.

Society

From a trading town to a silicon city: the story of Bengaluru

June 2, 2017 Radio Active 90.4MHz

Yashaswini Sharma, the author of “Bangalore: The Early City, AD 1537-1799”, a book about Bengaluru’s history, speaks about the growth and development of Bengaluru.

Society

Of rescue, adoption and taking care of animals

May 22, 2017 Sanaya Katrak

Working closely with animals in need is extremely rewarding. Every rescue and every adoption is an achievement for an animal rescuer. A typical day in the life of an animal rescuer, decoded.

Economy

Human rights group analyses the garment workers’ protest in Bengaluru

May 8, 2017 Lekha Adavi

Why did the garment workers protest in April 2016, against new provident fund rules? How was the protest handled by the state, and what did the protesters who were arrested undergo? PUCL published a fact-finding report.

Society

Diversity issues: African students narrate their problems in Bengaluru

April 6, 2017 Abraham Koshy

Bengaluru has a sizeable floating population, including the expats coming from various countries. Students of African origin share what they go through in the city and debate on solving the issues.

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Society

A woman or a man?

February 28, 2017 Radio Active 90.4MHz

“Neenu Hengasa, Gandasa ?” a short film.

Society

Talk on rights, maintenance, property laws for senior citizens

January 30, 2017 Reshmi Chakraborty

Organised by Silver Talkies, an online magazine and engagement platform for senior citizens, the talk will cover the issues useful for senior citizens and families.

Society

Are lack of inclusive public spaces stopping us from celebrating our festivals?

November 10, 2016 Namratha Aroor

It is festive time, but where is that space in the city or neighbourhood to celebrate, enjoy and get-together?

Governance

They say they have been cheated, but wait, is it you?

October 20, 2016 Shweta Taneja

A begging scam is rampant on the streets of Bengaluru today. Citizen journalist Shweta Taneja shares her experience and cautions you.

Society

How will you celebrate the joy of giving this year?

September 26, 2016 Archana Srinivasan

It is in giving that we receive the most, say the wise. As Bengaluru joins the country in celebrating DaanUtsav 2016, here’s a list of opportunities for you to experience that joy!

Environment

There is only one person who can ensure a “Swachh Bharat”: You!

September 8, 2016 Sudha Narasimhachar

The Prime Minister’s vision of a clean India will remain a pipe dream unless the common man takes it upon himself.

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Society

What does nation-wide strike mean to each of us?

September 2, 2016 Ashwin Mahesh

Whatever the causes, and whatever the justifications for economic tension, we seem to be just going through the motions, and not really pausing to reflect, either on how we got here or what we should do now that we are here.

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Civic

Join hands with Bengaluru Meals team!

July 13, 2016 News Desk

Bengaluru, my new home, continues to surprise me every day with its idiosyncrasies. I am slowly falling in love with this place, and that is in spite of the traffic. Alright, you ask, why this

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Governance

Spirit of Ramzaan: Volunteers to share their blessings through ‘Bengaluru Meals’

July 5, 2016 News Desk

How can we help our city’s hungry population? An idea inspired by Operation Sulaimani comes to Bengaluru.

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