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The promise of heli-taxi as a congestion-killer: Can it take off again?

Five years ago, when the city’s first heli-taxi service lifted off from the Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), it was billed as Bengaluru’s ultimate congestion-killer. Bypassing the gruelling traffic-jammed roads down below, it could reach far-off Electronic City in 15 minutes flat for a fare that was less than ₹5,000. Yet,…

The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023

BBMP to set up climate action cell to battle climate change

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike will be setting up a climate action cell to facilitate effective implementation of the Bengaluru Climate Action and Resilience Plan

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: 1,147 grievances heard at CM Siddaramaiah’s Janata Darshana, and more

The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023

Vijayendra and I will work as jodettu: Ashok

R. Ashok & B.Y. Vijayendra to work as "jodetthu" to strengthen BJP; will tour State like B.S. Yediyurappa & ensure BJP's victory in LS, BBMP & Assembly polls. Duo to free State from Congress' "maladministration" & ensure lotus blooms again. #Karnataka #BJP #LokSabhaPolls

The Hindu · Nov 17, 2023

BBMP evicts street vendors near Banashankari BDA complex

BBMP evicts unauth. vendors near BDA complex in Banashankari. No notices issued; vendors had been doing business for many years. Eviction drive will take toll on livelihoods.

The Hindu · Nov 16, 2023

BBMP polls unlikely until after Lok Sabha elections

BBMP polls delayed: Delimitation exercise completed, govt pondering OBC reservation matrix. Congress leaders argue polls should be held after LS polls. Bhaktavatsala committee submitted report, govt accepted 3/5 recommendations. Transport Minister Reddy committed to hold BBMP polls soon. Draft of reservation matrix ready, legal team consulted.

The Hindu · Nov 16, 2023

269 actions planned under Bengaluru Climate Action Plan

Bengaluru to mitigate climate change impact with 269 actions; 143 to be executed by BBMP. Co-lead of Global Air Quality Network, city to reduce CO2 emission by 2030 & achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. WRI consulted 25 stakeholders & identified priority sectors for mitigation strategies. Broad actions identified for stakeholders…

The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023

What are green firecrackers and how to recognise them

The season of festivals -- Deepavali, Christmas and New Year that follow each other in quick succession -- is marked by cheer and fervour. But lurking behind it all is also the fear of air and noise pollution. One of the attempts to ensure that festivities do not come at…

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: BBMP appoints nodal officer to set up disaster management cell, and more

The Hindu · Nov 9, 2023

Here are the big stories from Karnataka today

Karnataka Today newsletter: Bengaluru rains flood roads and houses, disrupt traffic, and more

The Hindu · Nov 7, 2023