TOI - Bangalore

• new'Why are roads so bad?': Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw slams Bengaluru infra again; ministers fume
  Biocon Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw highlighted Bengaluru's poor roads and garbage issues after an overseas visitor's critique. Karnataka ministers responded, stating development work is underway. The state's Deputy Chief Minister attributed pothole problems to the previous government. This infrastructure debate continues between political parties.
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• new'Person belonging to Sanatan Dharm ... ': CM Siddaramaiah rakes up 'shoe attack' on CJI; FIR filed against lawyer in Mysuru
  Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah condemned a lawyer's alleged shoe-hurling attempt at CJI Justice B R Gavai, calling it a stark reminder of persistent caste-based prejudice. He urged legal action against the perpetrator and supporters, emphasizing that such divisive politics fuel Manuvaadi attitudes. The incident occurred during court proceedings, with the lawyer citing religious protest.
  - 1 hour ago 14 Oct 25, 12:44pm -
• newKarnataka: Major Manivannan credited for shaping internal reservation matrix ends tenure in SWD
  Major Manivannan concluded his tenure as Social Welfare Department principal secretary, leaving a legacy of administrative reforms and the successful implementation of Karnataka's internal reservation matrix. His initiatives, including e-Office, DBT, and enhanced transparency in bill processing, aimed to improve governance. Manivannan's diverse career, including military service and public administration studies, underscores his commitment to public service.
  - 3 hours ago 14 Oct 25, 11:09am -
• newCough syrup deaths in MP, Rajasthan: Apart from Coldrif, WHO flags Respifresh TR and ReLife as contaminated drugs
  Following child deaths linked to contaminated cough syrups in India, the WHO has warned of potential export risks via unregulated channels. While India's drug regulator confirmed diethylene glycol in some products, it stated none were exported. Karnataka conducted random checks and found no substandard cough syrups, banning suspected contaminated products.
  - 6 hours ago 14 Oct 25, 8:12am -
• newBengaluru Metro fare hike: MP Tejasvi Surya alleges discrepancies in BMRCL’s fare fixation report, calls for correction
  Namma Metro's fare hike faces renewed controversy. Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya has pointed out significant discrepancies in the fare fixation committee report. He alleges BMRCL's calculations for cost increases and fare revisions are illogical. Surya claims the actual fare increase should be much lower. Experts also highlight flaws in BMRCL's data and the committee's review process.
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• new‘Lottery for women, men left in lurch’: RV Deshpande mocks own Karnataka govt’s five guarantees; BJP hits back
  Congress leader RV Deshpande criticized Karnataka's five guarantee schemes. He stated the programs benefit women but worsen the situation for men. Deshpande highlighted issues with bus travel and the distribution of free rice. The opposition BJP seized on his remarks, calling the schemes unscientific. The government has allocated significant funds for these initiatives.
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• new‘Lottery for women, men left in lurch’: Congress MLA mocks Karnataka govt's 5 guarantees; former minister slams 'all-women buses'
  A senior Congress leader in Karnataka, RV Deshpande, publicly criticized the state government's five guarantee schemes, calling them a 'lottery' for women and stating men's situations have worsened. He specifically pointed out the free bus travel scheme, claiming buses are now dominated by women, leaving little space for men.
  - 7 hours ago 14 Oct 25, 7:23am -
• new'It never goes by numbers': Shadow boxing between CM Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar over Karnataka cabinet reshuffle
  Tension is escalating between Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar as the government nears its halfway mark. Siddaramaiah's camp pushes for a cabinet reshuffle, which Shivakumar's supporters resist, viewing it as an attempt to derail an alleged pact for Shivakumar to become CM.
  - 7 hours ago 14 Oct 25, 7:11am -
• newBengaluru weather: Patchy rain expected today; AQI remains moderate
  Bangalore experiences a cool, cloudy October 14, 2025, with a 91% chance of patchy rain and temperatures ranging from 19.8°C to 27.4°C. Yesterday's air quality was moderate (AQI 105), advising sensitive individuals to carry masks. The week ahead forecasts continued rain, with Sunday offering the driest and most pleasant conditions.
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• newShivakumar attends Siddaramaiah’s dinner meet, but only briefly
  
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• newBengaluru's traffic policing goes high-tech: 87% violations detected via AI cameras in 2025
  Bengaluru's roads are now largely policed by AI cameras, booking nearly 87% of traffic violations contactless between January and July 2025. Automated enforcement targets helmet and seat belt non-compliance, while manual checks focus on illegal parking. Despite technological advancements, the ASTraM app faces usability issues, hindering citizen reporting and effective enforcement.
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• newHCLTech’s Q2 revenue rose 4.6% YoY in CC
  
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• newNandi Hills cable car rides may begin by 2027 as land acquisition nears completion
  
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• newNimhans launches bereavement support plan to help caregivers cope
  
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• new3 held for robbing Tamil Nadu cop & family on Mysuru highway
  
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• newElection commission begins preparations for statewide gram panchayat polls
  
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• newExpert panel flags major flaws in tunnel-road DPR in Bengaluru
  
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• newResidents of Bengaluru’s AECS Layout seek action against illegal high-rises
  
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• newExtra buses, trains from Bengaluru to meet festive rush
  
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• newBengaluru: Class 12 student jumps to death from school building; father says son was upset over homework
  Tragedy struck Bengaluru's Clarence High School as a Class 12 student allegedly died by suicide from the second floor. The student, identified as Aaryan Moses Vyas, was reportedly distressed over homework issues, according to his father's complaint. The school mourned the loss of an exceptional student and sportsperson, offering counselling services to students and staff.
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