Woman Compares Russia’s 149-Hour Drive to Bengaluru Traffic

18 Nov 2024

A Bengaluru woman recently made waves on social media by humorously comparing the city’s notorious traffic to Russia’s 149-hour-long drive. The exchange began with a post on X, featuring a map and the caption: "You can drive for 149 hours across Russia and still be in Russia." In a witty...

Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murty spotted at Third Wave Coffee in Bengaluru

07 Nov 2024

Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty were recently spotted at Third Wave Coffee in Bengaluru, enjoying a rare public outing. The couple, looking relaxed and at ease, were photographed as they ordered coffee and sat at their table. Sunak wore a crisp white shirt and...

Bengaluru Man Runs 5 Km to Create GPS Drawing of Diwali Diya, Goes Viral for All the Wrong Reasons

03 Nov 2024

A Bengaluru man attempted to create a GPS drawing of a Diya for Diwali, but his artwork was mistakenly interpreted as a toilet on social media. Thilak Reddy ran 5 km in a closed loop between Indiranagar and Kodihalli, only to face ridicule on the platform X. Reddy, originally from...

Royal Retreat: King Charles III And Camilla Enjoys Holistic Wellness In Bengaluru, India

30 Oct 2024

King Charles III and his wife, Camilla, have been discreetly staying in Bengaluru since October 27, as reported by The Indian Express. The 75-year-old monarch and the Queen Consort are undergoing wellness treatments at Soukya International Holistic Health Centre (SIHC) in Whitefield. The royal couple arrived in Bengaluru directly from...

Bengaluru Woman’s Touching Diwali Moment with Delivery Agent | WATCH

28 Oct 2024

In a time when app-based services dominate our daily lives, the interactions between customers and delivery agents have become increasingly prevalent. While negative encounters often make headlines, heartwarming stories that showcase small acts of kindness highlight the positive influence these interactions can have. A recent incident shared by Bengaluru resident...

Watch: Toxic Foam Forms on Bengaluru Roads Following Heavy Rain

24 Oct 2024

Toxic foam surfaced on a road in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, approximately 40 km from Bengaluru, on Thursday morning following heavy rainfall and the discharge of water from a nearby reservoir. Rescue teams were seen clearing the toxic froth, which reached about five feet in height on the road. The Krishnagiri...

‘Not Going Anywhere’: Bengaluru Startup Founder Claps Back at Flooding Criticism

23 Oct 2024

Bengaluru-based startup investor Ritesh Banglani faced significant backlash on social media after commenting on the city's flooded roads following heavy rainfall. In a post shared on X, Banglani, co-founder of Stellaris Venture Partners, remarked, "I'm in a traffic jam in the middle of a frigging river. But hey, at least...

Kannada Made Easy! Bengaluru Auto-Rickshaw Driver’s Creative Language Hack!

22 Oct 2024

In a creative bid to help passengers bridge the language barrier in Bengaluru, an auto-rickshaw driver has introduced an innovative solution for non-Kannada speakers. The driver, with the help of a leaflet titled "Learn Kannada With Auto Kannadiga", aims to assist his passengers in communicating basic phrases in Kannada. This...

IIT Student Turns Down High-Paying Job with YouTuber in Bengaluru, But Why?

19 Oct 2024

A YouTuber with over 1.5 million subscribers recently revealed that a candidate he offered a video editing position in Bengaluru backed out at the last minute, a situation he has faced before. The applicant, Ishan Sharma, is a BSc in Computer Science student at IIT Madras. The YouTuber shared a...

Bengaluru’s Rain Crisis: Civic Workers Unclog Flooded Drains Barehanded! | WATCH

17 Oct 2024

Bengaluru has been grappling with relentless rains over the past few days, prompting civic authorities to scramble to clear blockages and pump out stagnant water to alleviate traffic congestion. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that the heavy rainfall will persist until October 18, affecting not only Bengaluru but...