The Union Labour Ministry has asked quick-commerce platforms to stop promoting “10-minute delivery” promises, citing serious safety concerns for gig workers. The government clarified that it is not banning fast deliveries but opposing rigid timelines that push delivery partners to take risks on the road. The decision follows accidents involving...
Bengaluru–Mumbai May Get Faster Rail Link with Proposed Duronto Express
Indian Railways is considering the introduction of a new Duronto Express connecting Bengaluru and Mumbai, promising to cut travel time between the two metropolitan cities to just 18 hours. The proposal, currently under discussion, is expected to significantly improve long-distance rail connectivity on one of the country’s busiest corridors. According...
Sankranthi: A Celebration Rooted in Karnataka’s Agrarian Soul
Makara Sankranthi, the harvest festival of farmers, holds a special and cherished place in the cultural life of Karnataka. Celebrated with devotion, joy and gratitude, the festival marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Makara and symbolises prosperity, abundance and the close bond between humans and...
Bengaluru Airport Sees 8% Rise in Passenger Traffic in 2025
Bengaluru: Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) recorded an 8 per cent year-on-year increase in passenger traffic, handling 43.82 million passengers in 2025, up from 40.73 million in 2024, airport operator BIAL said. The growth was driven by rising travel demand, improved international connectivity, and infrastructure expansion. International departures grew by 28.7...
Pink Line Trials Pick Up Pace, May Launch Likely
Trial runs on the elevated stretch of the Bengaluru Metro’s Pink Line have gathered momentum, signalling steady progress toward its anticipated opening in May. Officials overseeing the project said key systems, including track alignment, signalling and power supply, are being tested to ensure operational safety and efficiency. The Pink Line,...
Fog Disrupts Flight Operations at Bengaluru Airport
Bengaluru, January 12:Dense morning fog disrupted flight operations at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) over January 11 and 12, leading to delays in arrivals and departures and causing inconvenience to passengers. Low visibility conditions during the early hours slowed runway movements, affecting flight schedules across domestic and international sectors. Airport authorities...
Airport Turns Cinema: Open-Air Film Nights Light Up Bengaluru’s T2
Airports are usually about departures and arrivals, but on select evenings, Kempegowda International Airport’s Terminal 2 transforms into an open-air cinema, offering travellers and visitors an unexpected cultural pause. Hosted by Sunset Cinema Club in collaboration with Bengaluru International Airport Ltd (BIAL), the initiative brings curated film screenings to the...
Bengaluru Best City for Women India: Topping the Urban Rankings Again
The latest urban survey has reaffirmed Bangalore's leading position as the most progressive and inclusive metropolitan hub for women in the country. The ranking that declares Bengaluru best city for women India is attributed to its high female workforce participation, inclusive corporate policies, and a comparatively better perception of safety across the...
Punjab Gang Violence Public Shootings Signal Deepening Law-and-Order Crisis
Public spaces across Punjab are becoming increasingly dangerous as clashes between organized criminal groups spill into everyday life. This trend of Punjab gang violence public shootings has seen attacks occur in crowded venues like wedding halls and public buses, highlighting a severe escalation in the state's law-and-order situation. The prevalence of Punjab gang...
St John’s Church Road Student Clean-Up Drive Brightens Bengaluru’s Streets
A section of central Bengaluru received a vibrant makeover thanks to a dedicated civic initiative led by young volunteers. The St John’s Church Road student clean-up drive was organized by students from Classes 8 to 12 of Beyond8, an alternative learning academy, in collaboration with the NGO The Ugly Indian. This St John’s...