Jordan Cox reveals Virat Kohli advice ahead of England Test return Cox spent time with the Indian great at Royal Challengers Bengaluru earlier this year The Independent UK · Aug 17
Puravankara Q1 Results: Revenue surges 63% to Rs 877 crore; PAT at Rs 25 crore Puravankara posted impressive Q1 FY27 results with a remarkable twenty-eight percent rise in pre-sales. Year-on-year, total revenue soared sixty-three percent, hitting eight hundred seventy-seven crore. Profit after tax rebounded to a positive figure, showcasing a strong turnaround from the previous year. The company successfully delivered seven hundred forty-five homes, sustaining… The Economic Times · Aug 17
Tired of potholes? Bengaluru techie builds AI-powered app that detects damaged roads and identifies contractors A Bengaluru techie has developed an AI-powered app that can detect potholes using a dashcam, GPS and an accelerometer, then identify the contractor responsible for the affected road by checking government contracts. The system detected 12 potholes during one of his daily commutes. The Economic Times · Aug 17
Gold rate today (August 17, 2026): Check 18k, 20k, 22k, 24k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and Tanishq in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad & more cities In today's marketplace, gold prices remain pivotal for both investors and those seeking gifts. Consumers are encouraged to explore pricing options at Tanishq alongside other top brands. The rates for 22K gold jewelry exhibit minor variances among major cities in India. Reliable pricing is provided by Malabar Gold & Diamonds,… The Economic Times · Aug 17
Puravankara shares rally up to 13% after Q1 revenue jumps 62% YoY; EBITDA margin expands to 25% Puravankara shares rose sharply on Monday after Q1FY27 revenue jumped 63% YoY to Rs 877 crore, while PAT turned positive at Rs 25 crore and EBITDA margin expanded to 25%. Pre-sales rose 28% to Rs 1,439 crore, with collections up 40% YoY. The Economic Times · Aug 17
India Fashion Week Trends and the Wardrobes of Real Women: Why Four Cities Decide What India Wears The runway exists in a different countryYou watch the reel. A model moves down a white-lit runway in something that is half-sari, half-structured coat, hand-embroidered at the hem, priced somewhere between a month's rent and a small car. The designer takes a bow. The front row applauds. By the next… Times Life · Aug 17
How much does it cost to move into A 3BHK in Bengaluru? Couple reveals full breakdown of their ₹2.53 lakh expenses A couple residing in Bengaluru recently disclosed their relocation costs amounting to ₹2.53 lakh for a new three-bedroom apartment. Significant expenditures included a hefty ₹1.5 lakh security deposit and additional payments of ₹37,000 for the broker and ₹60,000 for furniture transportation. They also incurred expenses for moving personal items and… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Anti-rowdy squad to be set up in Bengaluru: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar announces AI university, major projects Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced a series of initiatives on Independence Day, including an anti-rowdy squad in Bengaluru, the state's first public AI university, AI education from Class VI and projects worth Rs 1.56 lakh crore for Bengaluru. The government also plans to establish AI hubs, launch free Coding… The Economic Times · Aug 15
Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar announces AI education from Class 6, India's first public AI university in Bengaluru Karnataka will introduce AI education from Class VI onwards in all schools. The state plans to establish its first public AI University in Bengaluru. One thousand government schools will be upgraded with modern infrastructure and facilities. These initiatives aim to equip youth with 21st-century skills and bridge the digital divide.… The Economic Times · Aug 15
How Financial Stress Quietly Destroys Indian Marriage Before Either of You Names What Is Happening The fight is never about the moneyIt starts with something small. A credit card statement left on the kitchen counter. A comment about the grocery bill. Your husband says you spend without thinking; you say he controls without consulting. Neither of you is wrong, and that is the problem. The… Times Life · Aug 15
22k gold rate today: Check 18k, 20k, 22k, 24k gold prices (August 14, 2026) at Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and IBJA Gold rates today: Here is a look at the latest 22k gold jewellery prices at Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Kalyan Jewellers, along with India Bullion and Jewellers Association’s (IBJA) indicative rates for different gold purities and 999-purity silver. The Economic Times · Aug 14
Bengaluru-based startup leans on cancer-sniffing dogs and AI for early detection Billy, Jessie and Banu are part of a team of beagles, labradors, Dutch shepherds and other dog breeds being trained by startup Dognosis to sniff out traces of cancer in human breath. The Economic Times · Aug 14
The 20-Minute Social Media Audit That Digital Wellness Coaches Swear By (And You Keep Skipping) Why Chanakya Would Have Audited His Feed FirstChanakya wrote in the Arthashastra that a king who does not examine his own conduct before examining his kingdom's problems will solve nothing. The principle maps cleanly onto the social media audit: most people want to fix their relationship with their phone without… Times Life · Aug 14
The Spiti-Kinnaur Loop in Late September Is Himachal at Its Most Honest and Beautiful The Season Nobody Talks AboutThe poplars along the Sutlej go gold before anything else. You notice them first near Rampur, still low enough in altitude that the air has some give to it, and by the time you reach Pooh the gold has deepened into something closer to amber, the… Times Life · Aug 14
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release to Tamil Nadu loses momentum A Karnataka bandh against Cauvery water release saw protests in Mandya and detentions elsewhere. Major cities like Bengaluru remained largely unaffected as support for the bandh withdrew. Activist Vatal Nagaraj was taken into preventive custody before planned protests could begin. Farmers protested in Mandya, carrying empty pots and horse gram…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Bengaluru new parking rules: Parking on road may cost car owners up to Rs 25,000 a year under proposed policy Bengaluru may introduce annual parking fees of up to Rs 25,000 for cars parked on residential roads under the proposed Greater Bengaluru Area (Parking) Rules, 2026. The draft also proposes hourly charges for on-street parking and lower rates for off-street facilities.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Gold rate today (August 13, 2026): Check 24k, 22k, 20k and 18k gold jewellery prices from IBJA, Joyalukkas, Tanishq, Kalyan Jewellers and Malabar Gold & Diamonds in Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, other cities Gold rates today:Here is a look at the latest 22k gold jewellery prices at Tanishq, Joyalukkas, Malabar Gold & Diamonds and Kalyan Jewellers across major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Thiruvananthapuram.
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Cauvery water war: Karnataka bandh brings a long-running feud to the fore again In Karnataka, protests arose after the authorities ordered the state to release Tamil Nadu's share of Cauvery water. Karnataka has cited its own needs while taking issue with the comission's water-sharing order. TN, on its part, has dug in its heels too even as the issue with a long historical…
The Economic Times · Aug 13 Bangalore bandh today August 13: Will taxi, bus, metro, airport, rail service be affected? Check strike timings, areas and services that may be affected in Bengaluru Bandh in Bangalore Today: Karnataka is observing a bandh on August 13 over the Cauvery water-sharing dispute. In Bengaluru, the impact is expected to be limited as several major organisations have not backed the shutdown. Check bandh timings, affected areas, transport services, schools, offices and the reason behind today's protest.
Times Life · Aug 13 Nilgiri Elephant Corridors: Why India's Largest Elephant Population Is Losing Its Migration Routes The World's Largest Asian Elephant Population Lives HereThe Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, spanning Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala, holds an estimated 6,000 to 8,000 Asian elephants, the single largest population of the species anywhere on earth. That number sounds like a conservation success. The reality is more complicated. Asian elephants (Elephas…
Times Life · Aug 13 5 AI Tools Indian Professionals Are Using Quietly to Handle the Workload of Three People The Chanakya Principle Nobody Posts AboutChanakya wrote in the Arthashastra that a minister who does in one day what takes others three is not more talented, he has built better systems. That principle describes exactly what a small but growing cohort of Indian professionals is doing right now, quietly, without…
The Economic Times · Aug 12 Expired idli rava, coconut powder found in Bengaluru canteen during food safety check Karnataka Health Department officials resumed inspections of eateries across Bengaluru. Expired food items and hygiene violations were discovered at the Arogya Soudha canteen. Unhygienic conditions and cockroaches were also found in a restaurant at Legislators' House. Strict legal action is threatened against businesses violating food safety regulations. The department is…
The Economic Times · Aug 12 22k gold rate today: Check 18k, 20k, 22k, 24k gold prices (August 12, 2026) at Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas, Kalyan Jewellers and IBJA Gold rates today: If you are planning to buy gold jewellery, here is a look at the latest 22K gold rates at Tanishq, Malabar Gold & Diamonds, Joyalukkas and Kalyan Jewellers across major cities.
The Economic Times · Aug 12 South Western Railway begins Vande Bharat safety trials in critical Western Ghat Section South Western Railway began field trials of a Vande Bharat Express rake. The train is being tested on the challenging Sakleshpur-Subrahmanya Road Ghat section. These trials assess the feasibility of operating the semi-high-speed train on this route. The automatic emergency braking system is also being evaluated during these tests. Successful…
The Economic Times · Aug 12 Freedom Habba 2026 Registration: Check entry rules, timings, registration process and full schedule at Vidhana Soudha Freedom Habba 2026 will turn Bengaluru’s Vidhana Soudha into the centre of Independence Day celebrations on August 15, featuring a cultural parade, children’s activities, guided tours, a living museum, Soul Sante stalls and a music concert. Entry is free, but visitors must register in advance and carry a valid government…