Articles by Pathi Venkata Thadhagath
Karnataka caps movie ticket prices to ₹200 across all theaters for all movies
The Karnataka government has set a ₹200 price cap on movie tickets statewide to enhance affordability. This applies to all films and multiplexes.
Published on Mar 07, 2025 01:19 PM IST
Karnataka Budget 2025: Bengaluru to get 9,000 new electric buses
Karnataka government to allocate 9,000 electric buses to BMTC, part of a 14,750 bus initiative by 2025-26, enhancing sustainable transport.
Published on Mar 07, 2025 12:18 PM IST
CM Siddaramaiah to present Karnataka Budget 2025: What to expect tomorrow?
Budget session initiated with discussions on Greater Bengaluru Governance Bill, proposing division into seven corporations, amidst opposition from BJP and JDS.
Updated on Mar 06, 2025 05:22 PM IST
Google’s Ananta: 10 things about Bengaluru’s futuristic campus
Ananta, designed in collaboration with local talent, features a unique layout promoting collaboration, comfort, and accessibility.
Updated on Feb 20, 2025 03:19 PM IST
Ed Sheeran’s surprise performance on Bengaluru’s Church Street stopped by police
Bengaluru Police halted the performance for lack of permits, but the event thrilled fans and generated buzz in the city.
Updated on Feb 09, 2025 03:05 PM IST
Priyank Kharge accuses X, Meta and YouTube of suppressing anti-Modi posts
Karnataka's IT minister called for greater transparency in moderation policies to enhance public trust in social media.
Published on Feb 09, 2025 12:29 PM IST
Bengaluru metro fare hike put on hold following central government's directive
Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation defers a planned 45% fare hike initially set for February 1, following central government instructions.
Published on Jan 29, 2025 04:23 PM IST
Cigarettes After Sex cancels Bengaluru concert, fans furious
The Cigarettes After Sex concert in Bengaluru was cancelled last minute due to local production issues, leaving fans heartbroken and frustrated.
Updated on Jan 29, 2025 10:27 AM IST
Padma awards: 96-year-old puppeteer from Karnataka gets Padma Shri award
Bhimavva Shillekyathara, a 96-year-old puppeteer was named for the Padma Shri for her dedication to Togalu Gombeyaata, a traditional shadow puppetry art.
Updated on Jan 26, 2025 08:59 AM IST
'Permission for Kantara shooting will be cancelled if...': K'taka minister
Eshwar Khandre, Karnataka's forest minister, stated that the film crew of Kantara Chapter 2 may face action for alleged violations during shooting.
Updated on Jan 21, 2025 02:43 PM IST
Chris Martin invites Bengaluru techie on stage at Coldplay's Mumbai concert
Coldplay fan Nihar Chitnis gets invited on stage by Chris Martin during Mumbai concert, capturing a dream moment with his idol.
Published on Jan 21, 2025 01:10 PM IST
Karnataka govt grants ₹18 Lakh aid to kin of guard killed in Bidar ATM robbery
Police are searching for suspects who stole ₹93 lakh. The family will also receive monthly support and employment opportunities.
Updated on Jan 18, 2025 01:17 PM IST
Bengaluru US consulate sparks political row: Congress slams BJP
The inauguration of the US Consulate in Bengaluru has led to a political dispute in Karnataka, with Congress criticizing BJP for misinformation.
Updated on Jan 16, 2025 12:58 PM IST
Bengaluru to get Spanish consulate, says Foreign Minister Dr S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced 2026 as a 'dual year' for cultural exchange, tourism, and AI advancements.
Updated on Jan 14, 2025 01:04 PM IST
Bengaluru ranked as India's 2nd slowest city in terms of traffic, Kolkata leads
Bengaluru ranks as the world's third slowest city for traffic, with an average travel time of 30 minutes for 10 kilometers.
Updated on Jan 12, 2025 11:57 AM IST
Bengaluru's 90-year-old iconic Shivaji Military Hotel expands to Hyderabad
Shivaji Military Hotel, famous for its non-vegetarian dishes, is opening its first branch in Hyderabad's Madhapur.
Published on Jan 05, 2025 04:12 PM IST
Massive New Year celebrations in Bengaluru's Koramangala. Video
On New Year's Eve, Koramangala in Bengaluru saw a massive turnout of over 50,000 people.
Updated on Jan 01, 2025 02:18 PM IST
Bengaluru's annual Kadlekai Parishe begins. What's this groundnut fair about?
Every year, the streets opposite the iconic Bull Temple in Basavanagudi come alive with the vibrant Kadlekai Parishe, Bengaluru's celebrated groundnut fair.
Published on Nov 25, 2024 07:54 PM IST
Bengaluru influencer slams Sharan Hegde firm's request for free session
In a long LinkedIn post, Vengurlekar said that it is a poor mechanism in the “well-funded” start-up like 1% club to expect unpaid services from professionals.
Updated on Nov 25, 2024 03:09 PM IST
Karnataka bypoll results: Congress wins all 3 seats, BJP-JDS face huge setback
Two former chief ministers’ sons, Nikhil Kumaraswamy and Bharat Bommai, faced defeats in Channapatna and Shiggaon.
Published on Nov 23, 2024 04:09 PM IST
Uber keen on launching shuttle services in Bengaluru. What's stopping them?
After launching the idea in Delhi, Kolkata and Hyderabad, Uber is now looking to enter Bengaluru and ferry large numbers of people from one place to another.
Published on Nov 22, 2024 03:40 PM IST
Bengaluru Tech Summit 2024: Karnataka to get 3 new global innovation districts
Bengaluru Tech Summit will host representatives from over 15 countries, and delegates from Australia, the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Israel, USA etc.
Published on Nov 19, 2024 03:05 PM IST
Bengaluru becomes second-most preferred destination for domestic air passengers
According to Ixigo Data, there has been an 84 % raise in Year over Year (YoY) flight bookings to Bengaluru during this November and December.
Published on Nov 18, 2024 05:33 PM IST
This Bengaluru restaurant packed Swiggy's first ever food order in 2014
Though Swiggy is now partnered with close to 3,00,000 restaurants across the country, its humble beginnings were with Koramangala's restaurants back in 2014.
Published on Nov 14, 2024 03:05 PM IST
Karnataka by-election: Stage set for polling in Channapatna, Shiggon and Sandur
More than seven lakh voters are eligible to cast their votes in about 770 polling stations in Karnataka's Shiggon, Sandur and Channapatna during by-polls.
Updated on Nov 12, 2024 08:23 PM IST
Bengaluru airport passengers wait for hours outside Ola/Uber stands. Video
Long lines at dedicated taxi stands outside Bengaluru airport terminals are irking passengers as waiting time for a taxi is extending up to more than an hour.
Updated on Nov 12, 2024 03:37 PM IST
Mumbai Instagrammer abuses Kannadigas and Karnataka, issues apology
The Instagrammer said that Mumbai and Bengaluru police contacted him and explained why making such videos would provoke people on social media.
Published on Oct 30, 2024 08:23 AM IST
Bengaluru protesters race paper boats in waterlogged potholes. Watch
The protesters made paper boats and raced them in waterlogged potholes, only to expose the condition of roads Bengaluru's Babusapalya.
Published on Oct 28, 2024 01:43 PM IST
TDP's Nara Lokesh invites Bengaluru MNCs to Andhra Pradesh. Here is why
Andhra Pradesh minister and TDP leader Nara Lokesh urged the Bengaluru MNCs to move to his state and promised a world-class infrastructure for them at AP.
Published on Oct 24, 2024 02:18 PM IST
Bengaluru lacks soul? Instagrammer's drunk auto-rickshaw story sparks debate
The Instagrammer Apoorva said that the auto drivers in Bengaluru did not speak to her because she does not know Kannada.
Updated on Oct 24, 2024 01:02 PM IST