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Bengaluru IT employees can now travel to Electronics City for free: Report

A new free electric bus service has been launched by BMTC and ELCITA to connect Electronics City with the Silk Institute Metro Station.

This initiative addresses commuter needs, supports sustainable travel, and aims to increase ridership to 300 daily as it operates three trips each day. (Pic for representation)

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Published on Nov 15, 2024 03:30 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru to launch double-decker metro line in Phase-3 expansion plans: Report

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation plans to launch a double-decker metro line as part of Namma Metro Phase 3.

Construction will start soon, enhancing connectivity and easing traffic congestion across Bengaluru with elevated paths, stations, and additional infrastructure.

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Published on Nov 13, 2024 05:14 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Now commuters can park their cycles at these metro stations in Bengaluru: Report

In Bengaluru, DULT is launching a project to add cycle docks at 10 more metro stations, enhancing last-mile connectivity.

The initiative follows a successful pilot and includes security features like monitored parking zones, making it safer for commuters to use bicycles. (HT file)

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Published on Nov 08, 2024 04:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru metro fares to be hiked by 20% amid backlash from commuters: Report

BMRCL's fare-fixing committee collected feedback from residents, revealing strong resistance to proposed fare hike amidst rising operational costs.

Bengaluru's Namma Metro fare hike prompts backlash from commuters.

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Published on Nov 06, 2024 12:34 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bus in sky, train inside building: Chinese man shares his 'sci-fi' work commute

In a viral video, a man from Chongqing shares his challenging commute involving stairs, a rollercoaster-like subway, and an office on the 22nd floor.

The video, which has a whopping 13 million views, was flooded with comments from users who were astonished by the futuristic landscape of the city.(X/@PicturesFoIder)

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Published on Oct 14, 2024 05:08 PM IST

ByMuskaan Sharma

Bengaluru traffic cops launch AI-powered adaptive traffic control system

Bengaluru Traffic Police introduced the Bengaluru Adaptive Traffic Control System (BATCS) to enhance traffic flow using AI technology.

Bengaluru deals with congestions on the daily. (HT)

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Published on Oct 09, 2024 07:00 PM IST

PTI | | Posted by Yamini C S

Bengaluru's Namma Metro Green Line extension to open by mid-October: Report

The Namma Metro Green Line's 3.7 km extension from Nagasandra to Madavara is set to open by mid-October, following CMRS approval.

The new section, which faced years of delays, will enhance connectivity to key locations like the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre.(PTI File Photo)

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Published on Oct 05, 2024 07:48 AM IST

ByYamini C S

Here are 4 key roads to avoid in Bengaluru for next 30 days amid major roadworks

Bengaluru traffic police have issued a new advisory outlining road closures and alternative routes due to ongoing BBMP road development work.

Key roads, including Cubbon Pete Main Road and Bannappa Park Road, will be restricted for 30 days, with detailed alternate route suggestions provided to help manage the expected traffic disruptions. (ANI photo)

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Published on Aug 21, 2024 07:40 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru’s Namma Metro sets new ridership record with 8.26 lakh passengers

On August 6, the Bengaluru metro surpassed its previous record of 8.25 lakh passengers set in 2022, by recording a footfall of 8.26 lakh.

Bengaluru’s Namma Metro set a benchmark in June with an average daily ridership of 7,45,659, generating <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>58.23 crore in revenue.(HT Photo/Sakib Ali)

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Published on Aug 07, 2024 08:00 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Mumbai local madness: Man's struggle to exit goes viral on social media

A video showcasing a man pushing and hitting people to get down off the Mumbai local train went viral on social media.

Snapshot of the man struggling to come out of the Mumbai local train.

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Published on Aug 06, 2024 04:36 PM IST

ByVrinda Jain

Bengaluru Metro services disrupted for 1.5 hrs on Green Line after power outage

A power failure at 5:33 p.m. on Tuesday halted services on the Green Line, impacting travel between Nagasandra and R V Road.

A train on the Green Line of Namma Metro in Bengaluru. (Representative image)(PTI Photo)

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Published on Jul 31, 2024 10:15 AM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru Namma Metro's Yellow Line to launch in December with 8 trains: Report

Bengaluru’s Yellow Line is scheduled to open by December with at least eight trains running every 15 minutes.

Bengaluru Namma Metro's Yellow Line train at a station during the testing phase.

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Published on Jul 18, 2024 04:06 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Number of trains on Bengaluru Metro Purple line from Majestic increased

BMRCL increases train frequency from Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station-Majestic on the Purple Line to accommodate rising commuter demand.

Presently, nine trains begin their journey from Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station - Majestic. However, this will be boosted to fifteen trains.(Ajay Aggarwal/HT Photo)

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Published on Jul 06, 2024 10:45 AM IST

ByYamini C S

Commuters demand swift opening of double-decker flyover in Bengaluru: Report

Bengaluru commuters press for immediate access to the double-decker flyover at the traffic-ridden Silk Board junction, opposing delays in its inauguration.

Bengaluru's double-decker flyover.(constrofacilitator)

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Published on Jul 03, 2024 02:07 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Auto fares to be hiked in Bengaluru? Check here for details: Report

An autorickshaw union in Bengaluru has called for fare increases due to rising costs of commodities, fuel, and maintenance.

The Adarsh Auto Union proposed raising the fare to <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>40 for the first two kilometres and <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>20 for every subsequent kilometre. (Sakib Ali/HT Photo)

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Published on Jun 26, 2024 10:00 AM IST

ByYamini C S

Delays push back opening of Bengaluru metro's Green line extension to Sept-end

Commercial operations on the Nagasandra to Madavara extension of Bengaluru's Green Line are postponed to end of September due to pending testing.

Construction on this elevated extension began in 2017 with initial expectations to finish by mid-2019. (PTI Photo)

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Published on Jun 25, 2024 01:40 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Another union-backed app, Nagara Metered Auto, launched in Bengaluru: Report

A new auto-rickshaw app, 'Nagara Metered Auto,' has been launched in Bengaluru by the Karnataka Rajya Chalakara Parishath and Agnibhu Technologies.

The move comes amid the union's opposition to bike taxis, ride-hailing giants such as Ola and Uber, and their high commissions. (HT Photo/for representation only)

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Published on Jun 10, 2024 06:16 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Commuters applaud short travel time on Coastal Road

Mumbai's Coastal Road southbound carriageway opens, reducing commute times significantly. Citizens express joy and excitement over the seamless drive experience.

The Coastal Road was thrown open to the traffic on Tuesday. (Raju Shinde/HT Photo)

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Updated on Mar 13, 2024 07:20 AM IST

ByLinah Baliga

Bengaluru Metro's Purple line sees disruption due to ‘technical snag’

Namma Metro's Purple line faced disruption in Bengaluru due to a “technical snag”, which the BMRCL resolved issue by 9:20 am.

A part of the Namma Metro's Purple line saw disruption in train service on Tuesday morning due to a

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Published on Feb 20, 2024 11:14 AM IST

ByYamini C S

EaseMyTrip founder says 'air taxi' a reality. But when is it coming? His reply

Pitti said the primary mode of travel in ten years is not going to be vehicles but ‘air taxis’.

Air taxi operations in Paris, France.(Reuters/Representative Image)

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Published on Feb 04, 2024 07:58 AM IST

BySnehashish Roy

Uber launches 'green' services in Bengaluru, rides with EVs now available

Uber launched “Uber green” services in Karnataka capital Bengaluru via which users can now book eco-friendly, sustainable rides through electric vehicles.

The first of the green vehicles was flagged off by Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge.(Uber)

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Published on Dec 01, 2023 09:34 AM IST

ByYamini C S

IIT Madras researchers develop mobile app for inter-city goods logistics

The OptRoute mobile application has two user modes, one for the driver and the other for the customer who can place a request for the goods transport.

No commission or onboarding fee for the ride would be taken. Thus, the payment for the ride from the customer goes directly to the driver, with no intermediaries.

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Published on Nov 14, 2023 12:59 PM IST

ByHT Education Desk, New Delhi

Video of crowded Bengaluru metro goes viral; Netizens compare it to Mumbai local

Bengaluru Metro faces overcrowding issues after ridership skyrockets post launch of entire Purple line.

Ridership has skyrocketed since the launch of the entire Purple line's operations, with authorities recording a footfall of seven lakh only two days after the launch, making it one of the highest ridership in a single day for the public transport.

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Published on Oct 27, 2023 03:12 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Rapido introduces 'Auto Plus' in Bengaluru, offers rides with no cancellations

Rapido is charging 25-30% higher fares for the Auto Plus feature as compared to its regular services.

The Auto Plus service makes sure that once a ride is confirmed, there are no cancellations.(HT_PRINT)

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Published on Oct 26, 2023 02:44 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Bengaluru in for more traffic woes? Flyover closed for 4 months over metro work

A part of the Silk Board junction flyover will be closed for four months due to Namma Metro works, officials said.

The BMRCL said 2.5 metres on both sides of the Silk Board junction flyover will be barricaded for “loops and ramp flyover staging work”. (Sanjeev Verma/HT Photo)

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Published on Oct 24, 2023 04:06 PM IST

ByYamini C S

PM Modi unveils two sections of Bengaluru Metro’s purple line

PM Modi virtually inaugurated the extended sections of the Purple Line of the Bengaluru metro between Kengeri-Challaghatta and KR Pura-Baiyappanahalli.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the virtual inauguration of extended sections of Purple line of Bengalauru metro on Friday. (PTI)

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Updated on Oct 21, 2023 09:53 AM IST

ByPriyanka Rudrappa, Bengaluru

Bengaluru metro's yellow line to be launched by Feb 2024, says MP Tejasvi Surya

Officials are counting on this stretch to ease traffic in the city. It connects Bommasandra to the heavily congested Central Silk Board area.

MP Tejasvi Surya spoke to reporters after inspecting the Bommasandra to RV Road line, being constructed by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL). (HT PHOTO)

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Published on Oct 06, 2023 12:27 PM IST

ByYamini C S

Travelling bus stop co-created with women highlights mobility gaps in IT hub

The feature-loaded bus stop has been installed behind Byappanahalli metro station at the ever-busy Old Madras Road in Bengaluru on October 5.

It is part of a ‘travelling bus stop’ project, an initiative by a collective of NGOs and think tanks called Alli Serona. (Representational image)

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Published on Oct 06, 2023 10:25 AM IST

PTI | | Posted by Yamini C S

Bengaluru metro's purple line likely to be fully operational from today

The Commissioner for Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) has already inspected both the lines and given safety nods to them, however inauguration date is expected soon.

Bengaluru metro's purple line likely to be fully operational from October 6

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Updated on Oct 06, 2023 09:32 AM IST

ByHT News Desk

Chandivali residents go on hunger strike for 90 feet road

Residents of Chandivali in Mumbai went on a hunger strike to demand better roads. They currently spend 45 minutes to an hour to traverse a 15-minute road to get to Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road. The planned 90 feet road, which would ease their struggles, remains incomplete. The residents are demanding the completion of the road and a specific timeline for the construction plan. Despite a protest in February and promises from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, no progress has been made. The residents are frustrated with the lack of attention from their representatives and plan to continue their fight.

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Updated on Aug 21, 2023 12:24 AM IST

BySabah Virani

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A new free electric bus service has been launched by BMTC and ELCITA to connect Electronics City with the Silk Institute Metro Station.

Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation plans to launch a double-decker metro line as part of Namma Metro Phase 3.

In Bengaluru, DULT is launching a project to add cycle docks at 10 more metro stations, enhancing last-mile connectivity.

BMRCL's fare-fixing committee collected feedback from residents, revealing strong resistance to proposed fare hike amidst rising operational costs.

In a viral video, a man from Chongqing shares his challenging commute involving stairs, a rollercoaster-like subway, and an office on the 22nd floor.

Bengaluru Traffic Police introduced the Bengaluru Adaptive Traffic Control System (BATCS) to enhance traffic flow using AI technology.

The Namma Metro Green Line's 3.7 km extension from Nagasandra to Madavara is set to open by mid-October, following CMRS approval.

Bengaluru traffic police have issued a new advisory outlining road closures and alternative routes due to ongoing BBMP road development work.

On August 6, the Bengaluru metro surpassed its previous record of 8.25 lakh passengers set in 2022, by recording a footfall of 8.26 lakh.

A video showcasing a man pushing and hitting people to get down off the Mumbai local train went viral on social media.

A power failure at 5:33 p.m. on Tuesday halted services on the Green Line, impacting travel between Nagasandra and R V Road.

Bengaluru’s Yellow Line is scheduled to open by December with at least eight trains running every 15 minutes.

BMRCL increases train frequency from Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station-Majestic on the Purple Line to accommodate rising commuter demand.

Bengaluru commuters press for immediate access to the double-decker flyover at the traffic-ridden Silk Board junction, opposing delays in its inauguration.

An autorickshaw union in Bengaluru has called for fare increases due to rising costs of commodities, fuel, and maintenance.

Commercial operations on the Nagasandra to Madavara extension of Bengaluru's Green Line are postponed to end of September due to pending testing.

A new auto-rickshaw app, 'Nagara Metered Auto,' has been launched in Bengaluru by the Karnataka Rajya Chalakara Parishath and Agnibhu Technologies.

Mumbai's Coastal Road southbound carriageway opens, reducing commute times significantly. Citizens express joy and excitement over the seamless drive experience.

Namma Metro's Purple line faced disruption in Bengaluru due to a “technical snag”, which the BMRCL resolved issue by 9:20 am.

Pitti said the primary mode of travel in ten years is not going to be vehicles but ‘air taxis’.

Uber launched “Uber green” services in Karnataka capital Bengaluru via which users can now book eco-friendly, sustainable rides through electric vehicles.

The OptRoute mobile application has two user modes, one for the driver and the other for the customer who can place a request for the goods transport.

Bengaluru Metro faces overcrowding issues after ridership skyrockets post launch of entire Purple line.

Rapido is charging 25-30% higher fares for the Auto Plus feature as compared to its regular services.

A part of the Silk Board junction flyover will be closed for four months due to Namma Metro works, officials said.

PM Modi virtually inaugurated the extended sections of the Purple Line of the Bengaluru metro between Kengeri-Challaghatta and KR Pura-Baiyappanahalli.

Officials are counting on this stretch to ease traffic in the city. It connects Bommasandra to the heavily congested Central Silk Board area.

The feature-loaded bus stop has been installed behind Byappanahalli metro station at the ever-busy Old Madras Road in Bengaluru on October 5.

The Commissioner for Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) has already inspected both the lines and given safety nods to them, however inauguration date is expected soon.

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