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KSPCB mulls odd-even scheme for Bengaluru

To be implemented only if it is successful in Delhi.

17 Nov 2017 3:14 AM IST

Though the Garden City has not reached Delhi levels in air pollution, experts believe that it is better to take precautionary measures now.

Breathe easy: Bengaluru nowhere close to Delhi

City-based environmentalists said that Bengaluru will not go anywhere near Delhi in pollution levels.

14 Nov 2017 8:11 AM IST

The work on Hennur flyover began in 2009 but is still incomplete, causing misery to motorists (Photo: DC)

Hennur flyover in limbo for 9 years

Ironically the flyover falls under the constituency of Bengaluru Development Minister KJ George.

13 Nov 2017 6:11 AM IST

Ajays label, is strongly rooted in its Indianness and the designer has strong views on the governments plans to promote Khadi.

Urban legend: Cutting a dash homegrown talent is Salman's favourite

Growing up, the young Ajay lost himself in the movie theatres.

11 Nov 2017 1:17 AM IST

Over the last two years, at least a 1,000 trees have been felled due to the construction of drains.

Not just people, drains kill our trees too!

Sadly, its the rain trees with their deep roots, that are affected although they provide most of Bengaluru's green...

7 Nov 2017 6:16 AM IST

The footpath opposite at the East End Circle in Jayanagar has become a dumping ground for construction debri and garbage (Photo: R Samuel)

An eyesore at tony East End

After the recent monsoon, fetid water is flowing out of the trash dump, which is now posing a serious health hazard.

6 Nov 2017 5:58 AM IST

The research done by lead scientist T.V. Ramachandra concluded that the nitrate level in the groundwater close to unauthorised garbage dumping sites was very high and it can lead to stomach and intestine cancers. (Representation purpose)

Karnataka: Illegal dump sites pollute groundwater, says TV Ramachandra

IISc scientist says high levels of arsenic in tested samples. Builders encroaching lakebeds, dumping debris.

5 Nov 2017 7:15 AM IST

The diesel engines emit particles less than 2.5mm in size, which can aggravate asthma.

Diesel generators add to Bengaluru's toxic air

In Bengaluru, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) Chairman Lakshman has expressed concerns over the use of...

2 Nov 2017 5:21 AM IST

Mr Kishore would also review the delegation of the powers to sanction water supply connections and will be redelegated to section level officers. (Representational image)

Don't force STPs, flats may crash: Engineers to BWSSB

Mr Srikanth Narsimhan, General Secretary of the BAF, confirmed that the report has been submitted to the KSPCB and...

31 Oct 2017 6:07 AM IST

Historian Dr S. Settar

How king Ashoka scripted Kannada to glory

Dr. S Settar will take the stage this weekend at the Bangalore Literature Festival to discuss the origins of the Kannada...

28 Oct 2017 6:15 AM IST

Over 15,000 vehicles inspected by KSPCB and transport department from 2016 to 2017.

KSRTC big polluter, fails to meet emission norms: KSPCB

BMTC falls in line, over 15,000 vehicles checked: Board chief Lakshman.

25 Oct 2017 6:58 AM IST

Due to the increased height of the road, Kendriya Vihar which is also in a low-lying area has caused rainwater to gush into the complex making life difficult for the residents (Photo: DC)

Now an island' apartment in Bengaluru

Due to incessant rains, over 5,000 residents, staying in more than 600 flats, have been marooned for the past one week.

16 Oct 2017 6:02 AM IST