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Here's why Bengaluru’s dry eye syndrome cases are skyrocketing: Report

Bengaluru is seeing a surge in dry eye cases, especially among children and young adults, due to increased screen time, air pollution, and indoor lifestyles.

Doctors warn of long-term damage if untreated and stress the importance of preventive care.(Shutterstock)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 18, 2024 02:01 PM IST

ByYamini C S

The internet demands better work gear for Bengaluru civic workers amid rain

Social media users are rallying for protective gear, like gloves and shoes, for Bengaluru's workers amidst severe weather.

The footage shows two BBMP workers standing in knee-deep water, and attempting to unclog a drain with their bare hands, without any protective gear.(X/blrcitytraffic)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 18, 2024 12:45 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru man kills wife, her lover, then dies by suicide: Report

The Bengaluru police identified the victims as Pulusu Golla, who is accused of fatally attacking his 33-year-old wife, Pulusu Lakshmi, and Ganesh Kumar (20).

Authorities believe a heated confrontation escalated into violence, with Golla allegedly using a wooden log to strike the victims on their heads. (HT Photo)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 18, 2024 11:25 AM IST

ByYamini C S

Severe shortage of cabs, autos strands commuters in rainy Bengaluru: Report

Auto-rickshaw and cab shortages hit Bengaluru as heavy rain causes delays.

Many auto-rickshaw drivers spoke to the publication and explained that they avoid operating during heavy rain, citing safety concerns over hidden potholes and flooded roads. (PTI)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 17, 2024 05:45 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru cops uncover ₹1.52 cr online trading fraud, 254 cases linked: Report

Bengaluru police uncover ₹1.52 crore online trading fraud linked to 254 cybercrimes totaling ₹97 crore.

Authorities are now searching for the primary scammers, who are suspected to be operating from abroad. (HT Photo)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 17, 2024 04:30 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru man arrested for trying to grab rifle from CISF officer at airport

A 35-year-old man was arrested at the Bengaluru airport for allegedly trying to seize a CISF officer's rifle after an altercation with another passenger.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 17, 2024 03:15 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru man loses ₹1.12 crore in forex trading scam via dating app: Report

A dating app scam led a Bengaluru resident to invest heavily, ultimately losing ₹1.12 crore to fraudulent “fees” and “taxes”.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 17, 2024 02:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru weather: Rainfall eases, but forecasts predict more rain - Report

Bengaluru experiences a damp morning as northeast monsoon continues, with eased rainfall intensity. Flooding persists in areas affected by recent heavy rains.

Areas like Kendriya Vihar Apartments in Yelahanka, Sri Sai Layout in Horamavu, and the neighborhoods around Bellandur Lake were grappling with lingering flooding issues. (HT FILE)(HT_PRINT)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 17, 2024 12:42 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru techie wins challenging triathlon by covering 518 km in 3 days: Report

A Bengaluru techie triumphed in the Ultraman India 2024, completing 518 km in three days, despite lacking an athletic background.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 16, 2024 07:10 PM IST

ByYamini C S

142 houses flooded as heavy rains bring Bengaluru to a standstill

Bengaluru faced severe flooding on Tuesday, affecting 142 houses and submerging several roads. BBMP reported waterlogging in 52 areas, uprooting 39 trees.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 16, 2024 05:22 PM IST

ByYamini C S

School kids rescued on tractors amid heavy rain in Bengaluru: Report

Heavy rainfall in Bengaluru left children stranded on flooded streets in school buses.

Bengaluru

Updated on Oct 16, 2024 03:59 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru's 12-hour rainfall equals Cauvery phase-5 project's full month supply

Bengaluru experiences 30 mm rainfall in 12 hours, equivalent to a full month's water supply, raising concerns over water management, a social media post said.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 15, 2024 07:35 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru rain: Terrifying video shows biker falling in flooded underpass

A viral video shows a motorcyclist losing control in a flooded underpass in Bengaluru, igniting public concern over the city's preparedness for severe weather.

The biker, caught off guard by the sudden rise in water levels, loses balance and is thrown off his bike as the water rapidly rushes through the passage.(X)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 15, 2024 07:06 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru kids injured in head-on collision on Mysuru Expressway amid rain

A car crash on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway left two infants injured and bleeding after a vehicle lost control in heavy rain.

Two children sitting in the front of the car suffered injuries due to the deployment of the airbags and were said to be bleeding.(X)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 15, 2024 05:55 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru man kills 76-year-old father after argument over clothes: Report

A 42-year-old man in Bengaluru killed his father, 76-year-old Velayudhan, after a trivial argument over clothing.

On the night of the incident, the two had been drinking together when the argument over clothing spiraled out of control. (File)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 15, 2024 01:39 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Commuters can soon take a ‘flying taxi’ to the Bengaluru : Report

Bengaluru aims to ease traffic with electric flying taxis to Kempegowda International Airport, potentially cutting travel time from 1.5 hours to 5 minutes.

The partnership focuses on developing advanced air mobility solutions using seven-seater eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft.(X)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 15, 2024 12:32 PM IST

ByYamini C S

29-year-old Bengaluru man falls victim to telecom scam, loses ₹14 lakh: Report

A 29-year-old man in Bengaluru fell victim to a sophisticated scam involving fake CBI and telecom officials.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 14, 2024 03:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru to face scheduled power disruptions this week; Check areas, timings

Bengaluru will face planned power outages from October 14 to 17 due to maintenance by BESCOM and KPTCL. Interruptions will mainly occur from 10am to 5pm.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 14, 2024 10:31 AM IST

ByYamini C S

How a cremator helped uncover double murder near Bengaluru: Woman, lover nabbed

A woman and her partner were apprehended near Bengaluru for the alleged murders of her two children in a bid to continue their secret affair.

The motive behind the murders was the affair and the couple thought the children would be a problem in the future, an officer said. (HT File)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 14, 2024 09:03 AM IST

ByYamini C S

Mysuru royal family welcomes baby boy amid Dasara festivities: Report

Mysuru MP Yaduveer and Trishikha Wadiyar welcomed a baby boy on Friday, with the new arrival adding to the family legacy.

Scion of the Mysore royal family Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar holds a private durbar on the first day of 'Navratri' celebrations, at Mysuru Palace.(PTI)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 13, 2024 03:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru cops book over 600 traffic violations in 2024 through this app: Report

Bengaluru residents are increasingly using the BTP’s Public Eye app to report traffic violations, with over 850 cases reported daily in 2024.

The 'Public Eye' app promotes road discipline, with police taking action on verified violations and using data to target enforcement efforts in Bengaluru.(ANI)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 13, 2024 12:15 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Karnataka to launch Cauvery phase 5 project for Bengaluru on October 16: Report

Karnataka's D. K. Shivakumar announced the launch of the Cauvery Phase 5 water supply project on October 16, aimed at improving Bengaluru's water supply.

Deputy chief minister of Karnataka DK Shivakumar. (ANI)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 13, 2024 08:35 AM IST

ByYamini C S

Taxis demand increased fares amid Bengaluru's festive travel surge: Report

Bengaluru taxi operators report a surge in bookings for extended trips as residents seek scenic getaways during the festive season.

The surge in demand has led to an increase in prices for taxis, particularly for air-conditioned sedans and SUVs. (Reuters)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 10, 2024 05:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru police arrest 10 more Pakistani nationals for illegal stay

Total detentions of Pakistani nationals in Bengaluru rise to 17 amid crackdown.

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 10, 2024 02:25 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Goa-bound IndiGo flight returns to Bengaluru amid low fuel, bad weather: Report

An IndiGo flight bound for Goa returned to Bengaluru after severe weather and low fuel forced an emergency landing.

The incident caused significant delays for 222 passengers, with five other flights similarly impacted by adverse conditions. (AFP File Photo)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 10, 2024 12:14 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bank error puts ₹999 cr in this Bengaluru coffee shop owner’s account: Report

Bengaluru coffee shop owner Prabhakar S discovered ₹999 crore in his wife's account. Following the deposit, his account was frozen, preventing transactions.

Within 48 hours, his account was frozen, and the massive deposit disappeared. To make matters worse, he could no longer carry out basic transactions.( AFP PHOTO)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 10, 2024 10:30 AM IST

ByYamini C S

New high-rise project in Bengaluru aims for ₹600 crore revenue: Report

Arvind SmartSpaces launches new premium residential project in Bengaluru, expanding its real estate presence with a 2.9-acre development.

The project offers 4.2 lakh square feet and projects a revenue of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>600 crore.(HT FILE)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 09, 2024 06:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru men arrested for defrauding Hyderabad resident of ₹10.61 cr: Report

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau arrests two in Bengaluru for ₹10.61 crore digital fraud involving a Hyderabad resident.

The fraudsters also pressured the victim into attending video calls and kept him on “digital arrest”, coercing him into transferring a sum of <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>10.61 crore to their bank accounts. (iStock)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 09, 2024 04:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Tour operator defrauds 7 in Bengaluru of ₹15 lakh in fake yatra scheme: Report

Bengaluru woman and six others defrauded of over ₹15 lakh by Hyderabad tour operator for failed Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage.

Investigations have revealed that Sharma faces similar fraud charges in Hyderabad, and police are working to track him down. (HT File)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 09, 2024 02:39 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru woman dragged by cab after colliding with BMTC bus, dies: Report

A 28-year-old woman, Monika S, was killed in Bengaluru when a BMTC bus struck her scooter and a cab subsequently dragged her for 40 feet.

Monika was riding her scooter when the BMTC bus, traveling from Kengeri to Muttanapalya, collided with her vehicle. (Pic for representation)

Bengaluru

Published on Oct 09, 2024 01:10 PM IST

ByYamini C S

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Bengaluru is seeing a surge in dry eye cases, especially among children and young adults, due to increased screen time, air pollution, and indoor lifestyles.

Social media users are rallying for protective gear, like gloves and shoes, for Bengaluru's workers amidst severe weather.

The Bengaluru police identified the victims as Pulusu Golla, who is accused of fatally attacking his 33-year-old wife, Pulusu Lakshmi, and Ganesh Kumar (20).

Auto-rickshaw and cab shortages hit Bengaluru as heavy rain causes delays.

Bengaluru police uncover ₹1.52 crore online trading fraud linked to 254 cybercrimes totaling ₹97 crore.

A 35-year-old man was arrested at the Bengaluru airport for allegedly trying to seize a CISF officer's rifle after an altercation with another passenger.

A dating app scam led a Bengaluru resident to invest heavily, ultimately losing ₹1.12 crore to fraudulent “fees” and “taxes”.

Bengaluru experiences a damp morning as northeast monsoon continues, with eased rainfall intensity. Flooding persists in areas affected by recent heavy rains.

A Bengaluru techie triumphed in the Ultraman India 2024, completing 518 km in three days, despite lacking an athletic background.

Bengaluru faced severe flooding on Tuesday, affecting 142 houses and submerging several roads. BBMP reported waterlogging in 52 areas, uprooting 39 trees.

Heavy rainfall in Bengaluru left children stranded on flooded streets in school buses.

Bengaluru experiences 30 mm rainfall in 12 hours, equivalent to a full month's water supply, raising concerns over water management, a social media post said.

A viral video shows a motorcyclist losing control in a flooded underpass in Bengaluru, igniting public concern over the city's preparedness for severe weather.

A car crash on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway left two infants injured and bleeding after a vehicle lost control in heavy rain.

A 42-year-old man in Bengaluru killed his father, 76-year-old Velayudhan, after a trivial argument over clothing.

Bengaluru aims to ease traffic with electric flying taxis to Kempegowda International Airport, potentially cutting travel time from 1.5 hours to 5 minutes.

A 29-year-old man in Bengaluru fell victim to a sophisticated scam involving fake CBI and telecom officials.

Bengaluru will face planned power outages from October 14 to 17 due to maintenance by BESCOM and KPTCL. Interruptions will mainly occur from 10am to 5pm.

A woman and her partner were apprehended near Bengaluru for the alleged murders of her two children in a bid to continue their secret affair.

Mysuru MP Yaduveer and Trishikha Wadiyar welcomed a baby boy on Friday, with the new arrival adding to the family legacy.

Bengaluru residents are increasingly using the BTP’s Public Eye app to report traffic violations, with over 850 cases reported daily in 2024.

Karnataka's D. K. Shivakumar announced the launch of the Cauvery Phase 5 water supply project on October 16, aimed at improving Bengaluru's water supply.

Bengaluru taxi operators report a surge in bookings for extended trips as residents seek scenic getaways during the festive season.

Total detentions of Pakistani nationals in Bengaluru rise to 17 amid crackdown.

An IndiGo flight bound for Goa returned to Bengaluru after severe weather and low fuel forced an emergency landing.

Bengaluru coffee shop owner Prabhakar S discovered ₹999 crore in his wife's account. Following the deposit, his account was frozen, preventing transactions.

Arvind SmartSpaces launches new premium residential project in Bengaluru, expanding its real estate presence with a 2.9-acre development.

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau arrests two in Bengaluru for ₹10.61 crore digital fraud involving a Hyderabad resident.

Bengaluru woman and six others defrauded of over ₹15 lakh by Hyderabad tour operator for failed Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage.

A 28-year-old woman, Monika S, was killed in Bengaluru when a BMTC bus struck her scooter and a cab subsequently dragged her for 40 feet.

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