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Community

Let there be (no bright LED) light: Karnataka Police cracks whip on violators

In a significant move to enhance road safety, the Karnataka Police have launched a state-wide crackdown on vehicles using high-beam LED headlights.

Sports

Physical Education gets a big boost in Karnataka

The Department of School Education and Literacy, Government of Karnataka, in partnership with the British Council, UK’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural exchange, and the Premier League, has successfully concluded the “Premier League Primary Stars in India” training programme for physical education teachers in Karnataka.

Lifestyle

Starbucks India expands footprint with 50th store in Bengaluru, introduces first Drive-Thru

Starbucks India has marked a significant milestone with the launch of its 50th store in Bengaluru, unveiling the city’s first-ever Drive-Thru at Electronic City.

Community

Retrograde conduct in Metro: BMRCL data reveals need for commuter sensitivity

Data from routine security checks conducted by Namma Metro’s Security Squad on moving trains during non-peak hours over the last six months between September 2024 and March 2025 has revealed a staggering 27,000 offensive activities causing inconvenience to fellow passengers.

Innovation

Rail Wheel Factory shows great wheel-power in FY 2024-25. Dive in…

Rail Wheel Factory, Yelahanka, is a unit of the Indian Railways which specializes in manufacture of cast wheels, forged axles and wheelsets.

Commerce

South Western Railway is brilliantly loaded, both in terms of freight and finance…

South Western Railway (SWR) has achieved significant milestones in freight loading, revenue generation, and infrastructure development during the financial year 2024-25, overcoming operational challenges while setting new records, an official release has said.

Innovation

CSIR-NAL and Supreme Solar partner to revolutionise solar water heating. Here’s how…

In a significant stride towards self-reliance in renewable energy technology, CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) have signed a Transfer of Technology (ToT) agreement with M/s. Supreme Solar Pvt. Ltd. for the application of its groundbreaking NALSUN-NGTM coating technology.

Community

Cess for mess: Newly proposed garbage fee sparks debate in Bengaluru

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) is set to introduce a new garbage cess, a move that has stirred strong reactions from various stakeholders.

Innovation

BEL rings in record turnover of Rs. 23,000 crore in FY 2024-25

Navratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has achieved a turnover of around Rs. 23,000 crore (Provisional and Unaudited), during the Financial Year 2024-25, against the previous year’s turnover of Rs. 19,820 crore, registering a growth of 16 percent.

Innovation

‘HAL’ of Fame: Defence producer reports steady revenue growth in FY 2024-25, despite challenges

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has recorded a revenue of Rs. 30,400 crore (provisional and unaudited) for the financial year ending March 31, 2025, marginally exceeding the previous year’s revenue of Rs. 30,381 crore, a press release from HAL has said.