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Karnataka’s National Federation of the Blind celebrates World Braille Day

The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), Karnataka, marked World Braille Day with an event at Kondajji Basappa Auditorium in Bangalore, honouring Louis Braille, the inventor of the crucial reading and writing system for the blind.

The Hindu · Jan 5, 2024

Eight flights diverted, 12 cancelled at Hyderabad airport due to adverse weather

Adverse weather & poor visibility disrupts Hyderabad's RGIA; 8 flights diverted & 12 cancelled.

The Hindu · Jan 2, 2024

Cyclone Michaung continues to affect Hyderabad airport operations, 16 flights cancelled

Cyclone Michaung causes 16 flight cancellations at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. Affected flights including 6 IndiGo, 4 Air Asia, 4 Alliance Air, 2 SpiceJet. Chennai route most affected (6 cancellations), followed by Bangalore (5), Tirupati (3), Trichy & Visakhapatnam (1 each).

The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023

Recorded demand and acceptance of bribe in media sting operations akin to a trap by probe agencies

A sting operation, in which 20 police officers and personnel of the Bangalore city traffic police wing were caught red-handed while allowing lorries to enter prohibited zones during restricted hours by demanding and accepting bribe, is like a trap proceeding done by an investigation agency or even of a higher…

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

Odisha police arrest Bangalore cop for Ganja smuggling

Odisha police have arrested head constable of Karnataka Police along with two others on charges of smuggling Ganja. Karnataka police claim head constable was part of authorised team hunting a notorious Ganja supplier. Odisha and Karnataka police in conflict; two senior Karnataka officers arrive in Odisha to secure the release…

The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023

Diwali celebrations and sound sleep: Ensure your child strikes the right balance

Festive season particularly Diwali brings joy, excitement, and a break from the daily routine. For children, these celebrations are a time of anticipation, with the promise of presents, sweet treats, and quality time with family and friends. However, the festivities often disrupt their regular sleep patterns, leaving parents concerned about…

The Times of India · Nov 2, 2023

IIMB not only creating managers, but leaders and changemakers too: President

Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, is committed to not only creating managers, but also leaders and changemakers, said Draupadi Murmu, President of India, at the inauguration of IIM Bangalore’s Golden Jubilee Foundation Week on Thursday.

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

Kumaraswamy-Shivakumar face off escalates as JD(S) leader accuses latter of ‘illegal land deals’

The war of words between Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and JD(s) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy over renaming Ramanagara district as “Bengaluru South” further escalated on Thursday with the latter accusing the former of indulging in “illegal land deals” in Bangalore Mysore Infrastructure Corridor project area in Bengaluru.

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

New Zealand's surprise hero Rachin Ravindra soaks in his maiden ODI ton

AHMEDABAD: It is well-known by now that Rachin Ravindra-who smashed a breath-taking century to play a big part in the Kiwis' nine-wicket trouncing of England at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday night, was at a bar in his native city of Bangalore when New Zealand lost a heart-breaking 2019…

The Times of India · Oct 6, 2023

Transport and road safety expert N. S. Srinivasan no more

Respected road expert N.S. Srinivasan passed away at 89. He was founder director of National Transportation Planning and Research Centre, Thiruvananthapuram. He was known for improving traffic and transport systems in Delhi, and prepared plans for Delhi, Bangalore and other cities. He received many awards, incl. President of India's Prize,…

The Hindu · Sep 12, 2023