Author: Rahul M

EaseMyTrip Co-founder Prashant Pitti Thursday announced a collaborative initiative aimed at reducing traffic congestion in Bengaluru by 25-30 per cent within a year. The plan, which brings together public institutions, private firms, and scientific minds on a common platform, was initiated following a series of high-level meetings over the past 10 days with key stakeholders, including Bengaluru traffic police, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), city police, Google India, IISc researchers, and mobility entrepreneurs. On social media platform X, Pitti described the collaboration as unprecedented, where for the first time all key public and private players will be working together. The…

The Karnataka Cabinet on Thursday approved the Karnataka Fire (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which permits the state to levy a fire cess of 1 per cent on newly constructed multi-storey buildings. Law Minister H K Patil announced that Section 15 of the Karnataka Fire Force Act, 1964, will be amended to include this cess, which would apply to commercial complexes, hospitals, educational institutions, industrial units, and residential apartments. Patil explained that the cess will be calculated at 1 per cent of the property tax amount and collected to strengthen fire safety infrastructure and preparedness in urban areas. Story continues below this…

A major multi-state conversion gang affiliated with a Pakistani terror outfits was busted after two girls from Agra fell into its trap. The First Information Report (FIR) filed by their father uncovered the international syndicate. 13 individuals including the mastermind had been apprehended across 6 states. They were receiving financial support from multiple countries such as America, London, Canada, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The bewildered father recently narrated his horrific experience to the Dainik Bhaskar. “My 33-year-old daughter, Deepali, was preparing to pursue a PhD in 2021 when she encountered Saima, a resident of Udhampur, who was…

It is reported that N Jagadeesan is likely to step in for the injured Rishabh Pant for the remaining matches of the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2025. The right-handed wicketkeeper-batsman from Tamil Nadu is almost certainly going to be added to the squad, with an announcement anticipated soon. This was reported by Cricbuzz. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), along with the national selectors and the touring team management, sought a suitable replacement for Pant. Allthough he came to bat in the first inning despite the fracture it is expected that he has been ruled out of the series…

MOSCOW (AP) — A passenger plane crashed Thursday in Russia’s Far East, killing all 48 passengers and crew on board, officials said. The Angara Airlines flight disappeared from radar, and searchers later found the burning wreckage of the plane on a hillside south of its planned destination in Tynda, more than 7,000 kilometers (4,350 miles) east of Moscow, Russia’s Emergency Situations Ministry said. Regional Gov. Vasily Orlov said in a statement that all 48 people aboard were dead, and announced three days of mourning in the Amur region over what he called a “terrible tragedy.” It wasn’t immediately clear what…

In today’s digital age, technology is deeply integrated into both our personal and professional lives. Many of us spend hours each day hunched over phones, laptops, and tablets, often without noticing how much it affects our bodies. It’s easy to overlook posture while pushing through deadlines or mindlessly scrolling through social media. This forward-leaning position, often called “tech neck” can lead to ongoing back and neck pain. The upside is that it’s never too late to make small changes that protect your spine and reduce discomfort. Here are seven practical tips you can start using today: 1. Limit screen time…

WHEN Union Home Minister Amit Shah unveils a new national cooperative policy Thursday, replacing one in place for the past 23 years, it will mark another milestone for the department whose role has been expanding under the Narendra Modi government.As per the statement issued by the Cooperation Ministry, the new policy is part of the Centre’s aim to strengthen cooperatives in the country, and “will prove to be a milestone in the cooperative movement of India for the next two decades from 2025-45″. The ministry said a new policy was needed because of globalisation and technological advancements in the past…

Based on the recommendations of Justice (Retd) Michael D’Cunha commission report, the Karnataka government has decided to initiate a departmental inquiry against five police officers who were suspended in the wake of the June 4 stampede at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Following a discussion of the one-man judicial commission report in the Karnataka cabinet on Thursday, the government has also decided to book criminal cases against officials of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), DNA Entertainment Networks, and Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA). Karnataka Law Minister H K Patil said, “The Cabinet has decided to accept Justice D’Cunha’s report, and necessary actions,…

England captain Ben Stokes has been in incredible form in this Anderson-Tendulkar trophy with the ball and has already bowled the most overs of his career in a single series, breaking his previous record.  On day one of the fourth Test, Stokes finished with figures of 2/47 in 14 overs, getting valuable wickets of skipper Shubman Gill for just 12 and a well-set Sai Sudharsan for 61 runs. Stokes started the day with a five-over spell, then followed it with a four-over spell and concluded the day with another five overs worth of deliveries. Even though a big knock with…

Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers has announced his all-time World XI while leading the South Africa Champions in the ongoing World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025. The selection has sparked conversation among fans worldwide, especially because some of the most celebrated cricketers in history were left out of the lineup. De Villiers’ World XI includes just two Indian players, his former RCB teammate and bestfriend Virat Kohli and former captain and wicketkeeper MS Dhoni. Notably, iconic players like Sachin Tendulkar, Rohit Sharma, Rahul Dravid, and Jasprit Bumrah were excluded. Tendulkar’s omission, in particular, has left many fans surprised…