‘Bengaluru not for beginners’: Man sparks work-life balance debate by attending video call while riding scooter

In a viral video that has sparked discussions on work-life balance and the pressures of a 70-hour work week, a man in Bengaluru was caught attending a video call while riding his scooter. The clip, shared by Peak Bengaluru on social media, highlights the stereotypical image of the city’s tech professionals engrossed in work even … Read more

India’s Bengaluru aims to microchip 140,000 stray dogs, sparking concerns by animal activists

The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), the agency in Bengaluru responsible for civic issues, often receives complaints about dogs barking incessantly at night, damaging parked vehicles, and causing traffic disruptions and accidents. Placing microchips under dogs’ skin outside of a sterile operating room environment could be disastrous, campaigners warn, but some vets say it’s no … Read more

rameshwaram cafe: A week after blast, Rameshwaram Cafe to reopen tomorrow with CM, DCM as chief guests

Bengaluru: A week after a blast at Rameshwaram Cafe in Brookefield here, the popular eatery is set to reopen the branch on Friday on the auspicious occasion of Shivaratri. According to the co-founders, Divya and Raghavendra Rao, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, his deputy D K Shivakumar and Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara are set to attend … Read more

First spy satellite made by local pvt player set for SpaceX liftoff

New Delhi: India’s first military grade spy satellite manufactured by the domestic private sector is ready, and has been shipped for launch on a SpaceX rocket. Work is also in progress on a ground station that will control the asset and process sub-metre resolution imagery from it. ET has learnt that the satellite built by … Read more

Planning your new year party in Bengaluru? Beware, don’t go overboard this time

New year party-goers in Bengaluru can expect stricter police vigilance this year. City authorities have put a host of stringent measures in place to curb unruly, irresponsible behaviour in public places on December 31 night. The ensure the safety of both locals and tourists, the security measures will include tough checks on drink-driving, strict traffic … Read more

Stellantis India names Aditya Jairaj as CEO, MD

New Delhi: Automaker Stellantis India on Monday said it has appointed Aditya Jairaj as CEO and Managing Director of the company with effect from Jan 1, 2024. Jairaj, currently Deputy Managing Director, Stellantis India and Head – Jeep India, will succeed Roland Bouchara, who will be assigned to another function in Europe after six and … Read more

revuelto: Revuelto hybrid: Lamborghini’s most expensive model in India sold out till 2026

Automobili Lamborghini’s all-new Revuelto hybrid supercar, which made its India debut on Wednesday, is sold out till 2026 as the Italian supercar maker’s India subsidiary has exhausted the number of units allocated by the parent company. Priced at Rs 8.89 crore (ex-showroom), it’s the most expensive model launched in India by the Bologna-based manufacturer. It … Read more