BMTC's 'Onboard' Assistive System Wins Prestigious Award
Bengaluru's BMTC wins an award for its 'Onboard' system, designed to assist visually impaired passengers with bus arrivals, boarding, and route guidance. Read about this inclusive innovation.
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How Bengaluru's Long Commutes Are Creating New Communities
Lengthy daily commutes on Bengaluru's metro and buses are sparking new friendships and informal communities among passengers. Discover the human stories behind the city's traffic.
BMTC Adds 50 New Non-AC Buses in Bengaluru
Bengaluru's BMTC has launched 50 new non-AC bus services on key routes to improve public transport. The move aims to reduce traffic congestion and offer affordable travel options.
Ex-BMTC driver kills paralyzed wife, dies by suicide in Bengaluru
A retired BMTC driver in Bengaluru strangled his paralyzed wife before dying by suicide. The tragic incident in Jalahalli highlights caregiver stress and mental health crises. Read the full report.
Bengaluru: Retired driver kills wife, dies by suicide
A 65-year-old retired BMTC driver in Bengaluru strangled his paralyzed wife before ending his own life. The couple's son revealed his father had made threats for two years. Read the full report.
Mexican Farmers Block Congress in Water Law Protest
Mexican farmers protest new national water law with tractor blockade of Congress. The law aims to regulate usage but faces backlash over privatization fears. Read the full story.
Punjab Bus Services Hit by Worker Protests Over Privatization
Punjab roadways workers continue strike for second day against backdoor privatization, disrupting bus services across state. Passengers face hardships as protest intensifies.
Nuclear Sector Opening to Private Players Sparks Debate
PM Modi announces nuclear sector privatization for energy security, but experts question SMR viability and funding challenges. Will India achieve 100GW nuclear capacity by 2047?
Nationwide Power Sector Protests Against Electricity Bill
Thousands of power employees protest Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 & privatization. Read how this affects tariffs and consumers nationwide. Join the conversation!
Bengaluru AC Buses to Outrun Metro on E-City Route
BMTC launches new AC bus service on NICE Road connecting Electronics City to Madavara. Faster than Metro with fewer transfers, Rs 110 fare. Commuters welcome relief from crowded trains.
Power Employees Protest Electricity Amendment Bill Nationwide
Powercom employees in Patiala joined nationwide strikes against electricity bill amendments and privatization. Learn how this affects consumers and the power sector.
Punjab protests power bill: privatization fears, tariff hikes
Massive protests erupt in Punjab against Centre's Electricity Amendment Bill 2025. Power employees and farmers fear privatization, cherry-picking of consumers, and erosion of subsidies. Key concerns explained.
India's First Private PSLV to Launch This Fiscal Year
India's first privately-built PSLV rocket is scheduled for maiden flight before FY25 end, accelerating the country's private space economy and following the US privatization model.
Amritsar Farmers Protest Electricity Amendment Bill
Farmers and workers across Amritsar district burn effigies in coordinated protests against the Electricity Amendment Bill 2022, fearing privatization impacts.
New BMTC Bus Service: Majestic to Kannalli Route
BMTC introduces new bus service connecting Majestic to Kannalli via Nagasandra Metro. Enhanced connectivity for Bengaluru commuters with 30-minute frequency.
Education Inequality: Marginalised Students Need More Support
Privatization deepens education inequality in India. Marginalised students require comprehensive support beyond quotas to bridge the gap. Read analysis.
BMTC Temple Tour Package Launched in Bengaluru
BMTC introduces special temple tour package from Majestic, Bengaluru. Explore 7 temples for just ₹300. Perfect for spiritual travelers and tourists.
BMTC's New Bengaluru Bus Service Connects JP Nagar-Shivajinagar
BMTC launches innovative bus service connecting JP Nagar to Shivajinagar via Richmond Town, offering Bengaluru commuters faster travel with AC comfort and strategic stops.
6 States Face Power Discom Privatization Threat
Union Power Ministry warns six Indian states to implement electricity distribution reforms or face privatization. Rajasthan, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Jammu & Kashmir given strict deadlines for loss reduction.
Bengaluru's Hidden Transport Network Revealed
Discover the hidden network of buses, autos, and shared mobility that forms Bengaluru's true transportation backbone, moving millions daily while the metro grabs headlines.
India's ₹3 Lakh Crore Discom Debt Crisis
India's struggling power distribution companies (discoms) are drowning in debt. A new financial relief package aims to break the cycle, but will privatization and reforms bring lasting change?
Power Discoms Get ₹2.44L Cr Debt Restructuring Package
India's struggling power distribution companies get massive debt relief package with strict reform conditions. Delhi's privatization model expands as states face disinvestment deadlines.
BMTC launches direct bus service to Bengaluru South RTO
Bengaluru's BMTC introduces new direct bus service connecting key areas to South RTO, easing transportation woes for thousands of daily commuters.
Bengaluru: Yelahanka-Peenya Bus Service Gets 4 Extra Trips
BMTC enhances connectivity between Yelahanka and Peenya with additional bus trips, easing daily commute for thousands of Bengaluru residents. Better frequency, reduced waiting times.
Karnataka Plans Regular Bus Fare Revisions via New Panel
Karnataka government plans to establish a permanent transport regulatory authority that will enable periodic bus fare adjustments based on operational costs, fuel prices, and inflation.
Bengaluru Electric Buses Face Breakdown & Safety Crisis
Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy raises alarm over Bengaluru's problematic electric bus fleet, citing frequent breakdowns and fatal accidents damaging city's reputation.
Bengaluru Woman Dies in BMTC Bus Accident
A 52-year-old woman lost her life after being struck by a BMTC bus in Bengaluru's Nagarabhavi area. The incident highlights growing road safety concerns in the city.
KMS Condemns Power Sector Privatisation in Punjab
Khalra Mission Organisation condemns central government's alleged plans to privatize Punjab's power sector, warning of catastrophic consequences for farmers and domestic consumers in Amritsar and beyond.
Bengaluru BMTC E-Bus Drivers Protest Over Unpaid Bonus
BMTC electric bus drivers in Bengaluru stage protest demanding unpaid Diwali bonus, highlighting ongoing payment issues with transport contractors.
BMTC Privatization Debate: Bengaluru's Transport Crossroads
As Bengaluru's transport crisis deepens, the debate over BMTC privatization resurfaces. Explore the clash between corporate efficiency and affordable public transport in India's tech capital.
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