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Three-day festival celebrating Pravara Theatre’s decade long journey

Pravara Theatre is reaching a milestone of a decade in the world of theatre this August. The Kannada theatre troupe is a Bengaluru-based theatre company that was founded in August 2013, with the vision of encouraging the young generation and theatre enthusiasts, with an aim to fulfill the passion for theatre…

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

The eyes and ears of Pragyan that help rover find its way on moon

Bengaluru-based LEOS cameras play key role in Chandrayaan-3 mission: LHVC clicked first image of moon during descent, NAVCAMs guide Pragyan Rover as it traverses lunar surface.

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

After 62-year fight, nomadic and forest dwelling tribes near Bannerghatta get title deeds

After a 62-year struggle, 114 Hakki Pikki and Iruliga tribals near Bannerghatta were distributed title deeds by Bengaluru Rural MP D.K. Suresh on the occasion of ‘International Indigenous People’s Day’ on August 12

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah visits ISRO, felicitates Chairperson S. Somnath

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah also met the space agency’s Chandrayaan-3 project directors, scientists, engineers and staff and congratulated them.

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

Bengaluru’s must-try Onam Sadhya for an unforgettable Thiruvonam

Onam Sadhya: Enjoy a traditional feast of over 20 delectable vegetarian dishes, from homely kitchens to restaurant tables, and even delivered to your doorstep. From Aug 20-31, savour the flavours of Kerala and celebrate the harvest festival with family.

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

Cauvery dispute: All-party delegation to meet PM

Leaders of major political parties in Bengaluru agree to take a delegation to PM Modi to explain Karnataka's water situation in rain deficit year. They will urge PM to notify Krishna Tribunal 2 award and seek forest clearances for Mahadayi drinking water project. CM Siddaramaiah says Karnataka will argue for…

The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023

Conservationists fear elevated corridor over Bannerghatta National Park will harm wildlife

The Wildlife Board's clearance of the elevated corridor over Bannerghatta National Park to ease traffic may escalate conflict in the peripheral areas. Mitigatory measures must be based on scientific studies to reduce habitat loss and conflict.

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023

Prices of flowers skyrocket in Bengaluru ahead of Varamahalakshmi festival

The beginning of a line of festivals has also marked the increase of the prices of flowers in the city, especially ahead of the Varamahalakshmi festival on Friday

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023

Delimitation saga: Wards reduced to 225 ahead of BBMP polls

The Karnataka government has put out a draft of the new delimited 225 wards with their names,  boundaries, and printed maps, in Bengaluru’s civic body, calling for objections from the public. Repeated demands to publish digital interactive maps of the proposed wards and to allow objections to be filed online…

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023

Organs of 29-year-old youth donated in Mysuru

29yo Abhishek's organs donated to recipients in Mysuru & Bengaluru after "self-fall" in Malavalli. Family counselled for donation; organs incl. 2 kidneys, liver, heart valves & corneas harvested. Liver to Apollo BGS, kidneys to JSS & Sigma, valves to Narayana Hrudayalaya & corneas to K.R. Hospital.

The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023