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September 12, 2019 12:27 IST
Govind Karjol also said he didn't support levying high fines on those violating traffic rules, and the state cabinet would soon decide on the revision of fines.
Fri, Sep 13, 2019
September 05, 2019 18:37 IST
Most traffic violators in Bengaluru were caught for not wearing helmets while riding and for using phones while driving during the first 6 days since the implementation of the Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019 from September 4.
Mon, Sep 09, 2019
September 05, 2019 08:31 IST
Bangalore news Sept 5 highlights: Get the latest updates on Bangalore traffic, Bangalore weather, the events in Bangalore today and much more in our daily live blog.
Fri, Sep 06, 2019
September 04, 2019 18:47 IST
Senior Congress leader and former MP Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of harassing Shivakumar. "They (BJP) are trying to demoralise him and his supporters," he said.
Wed, Sep 04, 2019
August 30, 2019 18:56 IST
Shivakumar was directed to appear before the ED in Delhi by 1 pm on Friday. However, the Congress leader cited personal and family commitments for not being able to make the deadline but landed in Delhi by 6 pm.
Fri, Aug 30, 2019
August 29, 2019 18:13 IST
As many as 173 Indira Canteens and 18 mobile outlets were identified to be on the verge of closure after no budgetary allocations were made neither by the state government nor by the BBMP, Bangalore's local civic body.
Thu, Aug 29, 2019
August 28, 2019 20:48 IST
The good samaritans were handed over an appreciation letter in a special meeting which took place in Shantinagar on Thursday prior to the commencement of their next trip to Munnar.
Thu, Aug 29, 2019
August 28, 2019 15:25 IST
The special bus and train services operated by KSRTC and South Western Railway are expected to help lakhs of passengers travel to and fro during the festive season of Gowri Habba and Ganesh Chaturthi
Fri, Aug 30, 2019
August 27, 2019 21:49 IST
"The validation flights were conducted to certify aerodrome navigational aids and instrument procedures as determined by Civil Aviation regulations," a BIAL spokesperson told Indianexpress.com
Wed, Aug 28, 2019
August 23, 2019 17:36 IST
Terminal-2 of the Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru will replicate elevated walkways, gardens, artificial waterfalls and green seating areas in the interior and the exterior is designed to deliver "the most memorable and meaningful garden experience in the world."
Fri, Aug 23, 2019
August 22, 2019 17:29 IST
"Another 4 to 5 branches would be set up soon in Bengaluru owing to the business' resounding success and high demand in the city since its beginning," said Venkatesh Rajendran, founder of Robot Restaurants.
Fri, Aug 23, 2019
August 21, 2019 17:18 IST
The installation of the 78-feet tall jumbo monolith (Veeragallu) structure bearing the names of martyred soldiers who fought for the country is currently in progress. The structure was originally scheduled to be erected by the end of July 2019.
Wed, Aug 21, 2019
August 20, 2019 08:00 IST
Bangalore news August 20 highlights: Get the latest updates on Karnataka cabinet formation, new BJP ministers joining the Yediyurappa-led cabinet, Bangalore traffic, Bangalore weather, and much more in our daily live blog.
Wed, Aug 21, 2019
August 16, 2019 18:23 IST
A Telegram group which has been formed by the manager of the BMTC Whitefield depot now helps hundreds of commuters on route KIAS 15 for their travel to the Kempegowda International Airport in Bangalore.
Mon, Oct 21, 2019
August 16, 2019 17:43 IST
The clarification statement released by the CMO read: "The Chief Minister had announced that the donors contributing more than Rs 10 crore will have the layouts named after them, not the villages."
Fri, Aug 16, 2019
August 15, 2019 06:07 IST
Independence Day special: A school established by Annie Besant, a railway station where Gandhi held prayers. Your city has all this and more.
Thu, Aug 15, 2019
August 13, 2019 17:53 IST
The User Development Fee, which was revised from Rs 139 to Rs 306 for domestic departures and from Rs 558 to Rs 1,226 for international departures will go back to the former rates starting August 16.
Tue, Aug 13, 2019
August 12, 2019 10:47 IST
Several landslides have been reported from Kodagu, Dakshina Kannada, Chikkamagaluru and Uttara Kannada districts due to heavy rains. Traffic movement is disrupted on 136 major roads (NH, SH and major district roads) due to floods and landslides.
Mon, Aug 12, 2019
August 09, 2019 16:12 IST
According to passengers irked on the situation, security check alone takes up to 45 minutes to complete, while some suggest reaching the airport at least 2.5 hours prior to the departure time to avoid hassles.
Sat, Aug 10, 2019
August 09, 2019 08:21 IST
Bangalore, Karanataka news August 9 highlights: Get the latest updates on Bangalore traffic, Bangalore weather, the events in Bangalore today and much more in our daily live blog.
Mon, Aug 12, 2019
August 08, 2019 19:55 IST
While 5,797 motorists were fined for using mobile phone while driving, 1,938 violations were recorded for exceeding the speed limit from July 24 to August 7, according to Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP)
Thu, Aug 08, 2019
August 08, 2019 15:52 IST
Incidentally, the social media post was made a day after Prakash Raj criticised the Prime Minister for not making any comments on Bengaluru-based journalist Gauri Lankesh's murder.
Fri, Aug 09, 2019
August 06, 2019 19:35 IST
The incident took place in Phoenix Marketcity Mall in Whitefield last Friday after Musication, a Bengaluru-based rock band completed their performance. The keyboardist of the band sustained eye injuries after a group of almost 20 people assaulted him.
Wed, Aug 07, 2019
August 02, 2019 12:35 IST
Prior to her first post, Auria introduced herself on Twitter on December 31, 2018, saying, "I am an abstract artist living in the clouds. I write a poem and make an image. My art, I feel, is "unsettling". You think you know but do you?"
Fri, Aug 02, 2019
July 31, 2019 19:40 IST
The world-class arena in the Kempegowda International Airport premises, according to the current plans, will have the capacity to accommodate up to 9,000 people and be capable of hosting a wide range of events such as music concerts, award shows, exhibitions, and conventions apart from weddings.
Wed, Jul 31, 2019





