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Bengaluru’s air quality was cleaner in October 2023 compared to last year

Bengaluru saw a fall in PM 2.5 levels in Oct 2023 vs same period last yr, according to Respirer Reports. Lucknow, Patna, Bengaluru & Chennai managed to reduce PM 2.5 levels, demonstrating potential for successful air quality improvement efforts. Chennai least polluted, Delhi most polluted.

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Seven years after it was first announced, India to open new consulate in Seattle

India appoints first Consul-General in Seattle, seven years after announcing plans to open sixth consulate in U.S. city. Joint Secretary Prakash Gupta to head two-man mission with 16 non-diplomatic staff. U.S. to open two new consulates in India in Bengaluru and Ahmedabad. Move to benefit many Indians and Indian-Americans living…

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World Cup, New Zealand vs Pakistan: When and where to watch, date, time, live telecast, live streaming, predicted playing XIs, venue, head to head

NEW DELHI: An injury-tormented New Zealand, further weakened by the exit of Matt Henry, seek resurgence while Pakistan need a continuation of their recent resurrection, and that subtext of desperation could turn their crucial World Cup match into a classic in Bengaluru on Saturday.

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New Zealand's Matt Henry out of ICC World Cup, replaced by Jamieson

Matt Henry ruled out of World Cup with hamstring tear; Kyle Jamieson replaces him. Coach Stead "gutted" for Henry, Jamieson arrives in Bengaluru, ready for Nov 4th match if needed. Black Caps 4th in standings, two matches left vs Pakistan & Sri Lanka.

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'Qualifying for the ICC World Cup has spurred interest among Dutch spectators'

Nitin Potdar, a board member of KNCB (Royal Dutch Cricket Association), is responsible for its cricket development. An IT professional with a Swedish energy company, he's also former chairman of Qui Vive Cricket Club, one of the largest in The Netherlands. He's been associated with Dutch cricket for over 22…

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Has the full operation of Bengaluru’s Metro Purple Line helped improve Bengaluru’s transport system?

The newly-opened 43.49 km stretch of the Namma Metro has had a significant positive impact on Bengaluru’s traffic scenario, but there are several more issues to be sorted.

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World Cup: Proud moment for us, says Rachin Ravindra’s elated grandfather

BENGALURU: A little over a year ago when Rachin Ravindra turned out for New Zealand ‘A’ during a red-ball tour game at the M Chinnaswamy stadium, it was a homecoming of sorts. The Wellington-born all-rounder’s parents Ravi Krishnamurthy and Deepa hail from the city and as a child Rachin had…

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Study finds Vitamin B12 absorption is not just in the small intestine but also in the human colon

Researchers in Bengaluru and New Delhi disproved a decades-long dogma that Vitamin B12 absorption only occurs in the small intestine. Using an innovative method, they found that absorption also occurs in the large intestine, which could explain why Vitamin B12 deficiency is not as high as expected in India. The…

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State govt. to HC: Urban local bodies to get new 3,081 public toilets and 1,223 e-toilets under Swatch Bharat Mission

Govt to construct 3,081 public toilets, 2,725 urinals & 1,223 e-toilets in 310 urban local bodies across Karnataka, incl. 600 in Bengaluru. Cost of ₹37.22 cr for toilet blocks, ₹8.72 cr for urinals & ₹30.58 cr for e-toilets. Toilets to cater to 1.57 cr urban pop & 10 lakh floating…

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Ability of MSMEs to adapt to changing environment triggers innovation: Rajnath Singh

Small industries have been showing ability to adapt to the changes more easily than large industries and it is the adaptability of small industries which increases the possibilities of innovation, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday while inaugurating the ‘India Manufacturing Show’ in Bengaluru.

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Rajyotsava: From organised classes to teaching friends, Kannada spreads its wings

Anil Agarwal, a migrant in Bengaluru, found a way to learn Kannada through a WhatsApp group. Other initiatives like 'Kannada Gottilla' and 'Bindaas agee Kannada Mathadi' are also helping non-native speakers learn the language. Samskruthi J and Suchitra Sreekumaran are examples of people taking it upon themselves to teach Kannada.…

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Karnataka steps up surveillance after detection of Zika virus in mosquito pool in Chickballapur

Bengaluru: After a mosquito pool in Chikkaballapura tested positive for Zika virus, surveillance has been stepped up. No human cases reported yet, but serum samples of three persons sent for confirmation. Health officials asked to intensify Aedes larval survey and fever surveillance. Health Minister urges people not to panic.

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CSIR-NIIST, HAL sign MoU to strengthen indigenisation in aerospace, defence sectors

The CSIR-National Institute of Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) in Thiruvananthapuram and Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), Bengaluru, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on strengthening the indigenisation and import substitution programme for the nation’s aerospace and defence sectors, as envisioned by the Atma Nirbhar Bharat initiative.

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Pregnant woman among two persons run over by truck on Hosur-Bengaluru highway

Two women killed in truck accident on Hosur-Bengaluru highway; another narrowly escaped.

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Government reserved 75% of defence capital acquisition budget for purchases from local companies: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh said four positive indigenisation lists for Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) were also promulgated, under which 4,666 items were identified, that will be manufactured within the country.

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As airport footfall increases, calls for Bengaluru airport–Majestic suburban rail grow louder

In June 2021, K-RIDE decided to deprioritise the project as the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Ltd. (BMRCL) had already initiated the tender process for its airport line. Consequently, K-RIDE opted to focus on developing other unconnected routes instead, according to sources in K-RIDE.

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Kyle Jamieson joins New Zealand's World Cup squad as cover amidst injury concerns

NEW DELHI: In response to ongoing injury concerns within the New Zealand cricket team, the Black Caps have called upon Kyle Jamieson to bolster their World Cup squad as a precautionary measure. Jamieson, who was previously with the squad in India as cover for Tim Southee, is set to join…

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Top news developments in Karnataka on November 2, 2023

Key news stories to watch out for from Karnataka and Bengaluru on November 2, 2023

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Unique Kannada campaigns kickstarted for Rajyotsava

On Wednesday, which marked 50 years since the christening of the State as Karnataka, many organisations in Bengaluru kickstarted unique initiatives to showcase the heritage and the elements that are local to the State.

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Use of CNG gaining momentum: GAIL Gas

Bengaluru already has over 51,000 registered Compressed Natural Gas vehicles, and the use of CNG as an intercity fuel has been gaining momentum here, said GAIL Gas Ltd. on Wednesday.

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Leopard was shot at in self-defense only after it attacked four people, says official

The death of the leopard on the prowl to a gunshot by the Forest Department personnel, while they were trying to capture it on Wednesday on the outskirts of Bengaluru, has evoked an emotional response among Bengalureans, especially on social media, with many questioning if there was a need to…

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Shivamogga Airport: Flight cancelled due to technical snag

At Shivamogga Airport, a Bengaluru-bound flight with 50 passengers was cancelled due to a technical snag. Passengers were refunded or opted for tickets on future dates. The airport was inaugurated by PM Modi in Feb. and flight operations began in Aug. New routes to Hyderabad, Goa and Tirupathi will start…

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Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today: State celebrates 50th anniversary of being named ‘Karnataka’, and more

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Kannada Rajyotsava: Shivamogga DC hoists national flag

DC hoisted flag to mark 68th Kannada Rajyotsava; Minister Bangarappa in Bengaluru; DC read speech on unification of states; Govt to hold programmes to mark 50th anniversary of renaming state; schoolchildren presented dances, songs.

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Cricket fever in World Cup season gives a boost to hospitality industry in Bengaluru

With many cricket fans, from home and abroad, travelling to Bengaluru to watch the matches at the Chinnaswamy stadium, the occupancy at hotels and patronage at restaurants have gone up by 5%-10% when compared to the previous month.

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