Bengaluru: The country’s first Tele-MANAS centre at a prison was inaugurated at Bengaluru Central Prison in Parappana Agrahara Sunday, giving inmates access to counselling, psychological support, and mental health services.The Nimhans initiative was inaugurated by Justice Vikram Nath, a judge of the Supreme Court and executive chairman of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA), during…
Bengaluru: More than a month after a decomposing body was found stuffed inside a sack in a BDA park in north Bengaluru, Gangammagudi police arrested a carpenter for allegedly murdering his friend during a drunken quarrel and later disposing of the body with the help of his accomplices.The accused, Ravindar Kumar, 30, is a native…
Once the trials are completed, SWR will have to wait for necessary safety certificates before launching commercial operations. Bengaluru: A comfortable Vande Bharat Express ride between Bengaluru and Mangaluru could be right around the corner, with the much-anticipated trials for operating the train along the ghat section taking place in June.According to sources in South…
The ailing temple elephant Lakshmi belonging to centuries hold Virupaksha temple at the world famous Hampi was brought to the Elephant Care Facility (ECF) in Malur, Kolar managed by the Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (WRRC) for treatment by the experty veterinarians. Personnel from the Veterinary Dept, Vijayanagar district diagnosed the health of elephant Lakshmi…
From wearing designer scarves to monogrammed Kurtas and shirts,DK Shivakumar never hesitated to flaunt premium ultra luxury labels in the open Bengaluru: From crisp white kurtas and silk dhotis to impeccably tailored bandhgalas and designer scarves, Karnataka Congress chief and Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar has fashioned one of the most recognisable personal brands in Indian…
INTEGRATING INTO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY: Bae Seoung-hee, 38, loves hosting potluck dinners. Her Indian and Korean friends bring home-made desserts and a long list of their favourite songs, while she makes the main course, including kimchi pajeon. BUILDING A MOM COMMUNITY: Being part of a community of young golf-loving mothers in Bengaluru helps Yujin Jang,40,…
The rise of DK Shivakumar BENGALURU: When Doddalahalli Kempegowda (DK) Shivakumar, 64, walked out of Delhi’s Tihar Jail on the rainsoaked night of October 23, 2019, Congress workers waiting outside were visibly surprised. The Kanakapura strongman, known for his spotless white attire and clean-shaven appearance, stepped into the dim streetlights wearing something entirely unfamiliar, a…
Road rage in RR Nagar leads to violent stabbing incident (AI image used for representational purpose only) BENGALURU: City police have launched a manhunt for three youngsters who stabbed and injured a 17-year-old II PU student, working as a part-time bike-taxi captain, during a road-rage incident at RR Nagar, west Bengaluru.The victim is recovering in…
BENGALURU: Outgoing Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday congratulated DK Shivakumar on being elected as the leader of the Congress Legislative Party, praising his “indomitable dynamism, organisational acumen, and unwavering loyalty,” with the swearing-in ceremony scheduled to take place on June 3.In a post on X, Siddaramaiah wrote, “Heartfelt congratulations to Comrade DK Shivakumar on…
Are you taking care of your spine? Bengaluru: A 28-year-old man, overworked at his US-based company, started working night shifts in addition to regular hours amid layoffs. Prolonged screen time and poor posture led to severe symptoms of “text neck” — a repetitive strain injury caused by constantly looking down at screens. What started as…
