Sexual Assault Helpline in Bangalore remains non-functional, leaving victims without critical support in times of distress. The government run helpline, which serves as a support system for survivors of sexual assault, has been out of service for a long period, highlighting the vulnerability of individuals seeking immediate assistance and guidance. Arundhathi (name changed) a sexual […]
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Despite irregularities, public satisfaction with the electoral system remains high. Anti-Corruption Foundation of India, stopped a voter’s attempt to cast multiple votes in Pulikeshi Nagar, North Bangalore constituency. Zakarias.L., an Anti-Corruption Officer, expressed concern and emphasized the need for stricter measures to prevent such occurrences. Zakarias, said, “It has come to my attention that irregularities […]
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Most Vokkaligas still support us, the voters will vote for development above caste, said the BJP candidate. “I am confident I will win from Bangalore Rural Lok Sabha Constituency, I have campaigned for more than a month. The kind of reaction I have gotten is very positive. People’s reaction has boosted my confidence,” said Manjunath. […]
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Basic amenities missing in Namma Clinics, hampering access to healthcare for daily wage workers Lack of basic amenities like water and limited operational hours of Namma Clinics, hinders access to healthcare facilities in the state. Namma Clinics are a state-driven initiative aimed at providing accessible and affordable healthcare services to marginalized communities. Raju, a daily […]
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Foldable cycles are expensive than the regular bicycles, say commuters Bangalore: Metro commuters are disappointed with Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited’s (BMRCL) guidelines on bicycles. The guidelines mention that commuters can’t carry regular bicycles inside the metro. Currently, only foldable bicycles are allowed in the metro. However, in other metro cities like Kochi, Mumbai and […]
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In 2017, the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) banned sale of loose cigarettes; however, many vendors and small tea shop owners in the city are unaware of the ban. Despite the ban on sale of single cigarettes introduced a few years ago, many tea stall owners and vendors do not follow the rule […]
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KP Nanjundi assured the upliftment of backward classes; Dr Gowda said he wanted to work for rural medicine. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader KP Nanjundi joined the Congress, and the Congress party leader Dr Shushrutha Gowda joined BJP today, with only two days left for the Lok Sabha polls in Karnataka. To Congress from BJP […]
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Over 23 lakh parking violation cases were reported in the past two years. The number of parking violations reported in Bangalore have been on a constant rise over the past two years. According to the Bangalore Traffic Police, over two lakh parking violations were reported until March this year. Moreover, over 11 lakh cases in […]
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Mysore-style veena is on the verge of extinction without government help. The scarcity of skilled workers in the veena-making industry in Bangalore poses a serious threat to the future of the Mysore-veena. The Mysore style tambura, too, faces a similar fate, with no manufacturer left. Previously many retailers like Veena Works, Aruna Musicals, and Veena […]
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Experts say that holding people accountable for the amount of water they use and making them pay for it can be an effective tool in controlling superfluous use of water. The water crisis in Bangalore has prompted residential societies in the city to seek options that help in checking the superfluous use of water. Several […]
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