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Step into the world of Bengaluru’s UHS Santhe, where the GKVK campus comes alive bi-monthly with the aroma of farm-fresh produce and the warmth of homemade delicacies. In a delightful departure from the fast-paced world of delivery apps, this fair invites food lovers to connect directly with farmers and self-help groups, rediscovering traditional spices and age-old recipes.

Bengaluru's monsoon woes have escalated beyond potholes, with dangling and snapped cables now posing a severe public safety risk. Heavy rains expose the city's neglected infrastructure, turning roads and footpaths into death traps. Residents and traders blame unregulated cable installations, demanding urgent action and a shift to underground wiring to prevent potential fatalities.

As welcome rain swiftly turned into waist-deep flooding, Wednesday’s downpour was what the city had prayed for — but clearly wasn’t ready for

Bengaluru witnessed an intense hailstorm, turning the Kanteerava Stadium turf white. Officials attribute the phenomenon to intense surface heating and unstable atmospheric conditions, common during peak summer months. The hailstorm, though brief, tragically led to two electrocution deaths in the city.

Bengaluru's roads are witnessing a surge in two-wheelers, with 1,400 new bikes and scooters added daily. This trend, driven by high public transport costs and last-mile connectivity issues, means two-wheelers now dominate nearly 70% of city traffic. Experts predict the number of two-wheelers will reach one crore within three years, highlighting their essential role in daily commutes.

Bengaluru residents face hefty fines starting April 1 for failing to segregate waste, with penalties reaching Rs 2,000 for repeat offenders. The Bengaluru Solid Waste Management Ltd is enforcing mandatory source segregation of wet, dry, and sanitary waste to tackle the city's growing waste crisis and improve processing efficiency.

Hard Rock Cafe outlets across India have ceased operations after Hard Rock International terminated agreements with JSM Corporation. Bengaluru's music scene mourns the loss of a venue that defined its nightlife and rock culture for two decades. While the future remains uncertain, sources suggest a new partner may revive the restaurants.

When Bengalurean Sajai M received a message stating he had tested negative for Covid-19 on his phone at 3.55pm on July 24, he was bewildered since he had not taken the test. Bewilderment turned to consternation since the patient’s name in the message was not his.

Commercial street gets new social face as thousands gather to reclaim their space with happy feet