News for 'Bangalore City'

Top 8 entrance exams beyond the IIT-JEE

Top 8 entrance exams beyond the IIT-JEE

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Your opportunity to study at a leading engineering institute just got better.

Traffic woes: Siemens not to expand in B'lore

Traffic woes: Siemens not to expand in B'lore

Rediff.com10 Feb 2006

Hit hard by infrastructure chaos in Bangalore, Siemens Ltd has decided to stop its expansion in the city, J Schubert, managing director, Siemens said on Friday.

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

'We waste water in the most trivial ways'

Rediff.com6 Jul 2020

'You can have a bath in just one bucket of water.' 'When you are brushing your teeth, remember to turn off the tap.' 'You don't have to wash your car every day.'

Ahmedabad most favourable for small biz

Ahmedabad most favourable for small biz

Rediff.com27 Aug 2010

Ahmedabad has been rated as the most favourable destination for small businesses in India followed by Bangalore and Mumbai, according to a joint report by consultancy firm Ernst & Young (E&Y) and retail solutions provider, Franchise India.

WATCH VIDEO: Tremors of Indonesia quake felt in Chennai

WATCH VIDEO: Tremors of Indonesia quake felt in Chennai

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

A massive quake measuring 8.7 on the Richter Scale rattled northern Sumatra in Indonesia on Wednesday, at around 2:38 pm. A tsunami warning has now been issued by the US Geological Survey after the quake.

English cricket team returns home

English cricket team returns home

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

The England cricket team which arrived in Bangalore on a transit halt left for home Saturday morning but promised to return for two cricket tests next month.

15 real estate trends to watch out for this year

15 real estate trends to watch out for this year

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

The real estate sector is set to enter a progressive phase in 2015.

Now find out how much your skills are worth

Now find out how much your skills are worth

Rediff.com28 Mar 2008

For those mulling their first job offer and wondering if they are being paid right, here is a website that could give an indication.

Hyderabad conferred Test centre status

Hyderabad conferred Test centre status

Rediff.com15 Jul 2010

Hyderabad has been conferred the cricket Test centre status by the International Cricket Council and the BCCI, making it the ninth city in the country to get the honour.

How we can avert 2021's Climate Crisis

How we can avert 2021's Climate Crisis

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

'To keep the next catastrophe at bay, a carbon free economy will be an imperative. 'Our 2000 cc internal combustion engine powered personal cars and public transport may have to give way to electric and hydrogen powered fuel cells. 'The oil refineries which were so much part of my professional life may have to be dismantled and trees planted in its place. 'The smokestacks, which once upon a time represented growth and prosperity, will now be gory symbols of a polluting past,' notes former Hindustan Petroleum chairman Arun Balakrishnan.

Why captains will give IPL opening ceremony a miss

Why captains will give IPL opening ceremony a miss

Rediff.com21 Mar 2018

It is learnt that all eight captains will do a special video shoot on April 6 and leave for their respective cities that very evening itself.

PHOTOS: AB's baby, parents witness his landmark 100-Test in Bengaluru

PHOTOS: AB's baby, parents witness his landmark 100-Test in Bengaluru

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

It is his 100th Test appearance and AB de Villiers's family made sure they were all with him in Bengaluru on his special day.

Two arrested over blasts outside BJP office in Bengaluru

Two arrested over blasts outside BJP office in Bengaluru

Rediff.com3 May 2013

The police on Friday arrested two more people for their alleged involvement in blasts outside the Bharatiya Janata Party's office in the city. Vayalar Hakim and Azghar Ali, who were picked up by the Tamil Nadu police, hail from Coimbatore.

'India is a fundamental part of Uber's growth'

'India is a fundamental part of Uber's growth'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2019

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the younger generation doesn't dream of owning a car, but instead wants the freedom of having any service on demand.

Infosys Mysore to get CISF security too

Infosys Mysore to get CISF security too

Rediff.com1 Feb 2010

The government has sanctioned 48 posts of the paramilitary force in various ranks which will deploy its quick reaction team at the Infosys campus at Hebbal Electronics City, Hootagalli in Mysore.

Kohli follows in Rohit's footsteps, co-owns wrestling team

Kohli follows in Rohit's footsteps, co-owns wrestling team

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

India Test captain Virat Kohli became the second cricketer after Rohit Sharma to join the Pro Wrestling League bandwagon after he was named as the co-owner of the Bengaluru Yodhas team.

Is Yogi scared of the Mughals?

Is Yogi scared of the Mughals?

Rediff.com19 Oct 2018

'The Mughals became completely Indian in every sense and united the vast Indian subcontinent, not only territorially, but also the hearts and minds of people with multiple religio-cultural, linguistic and ethnic diversities' 'The Mughals, arguably, made India an enviable superpower in the then world.' 'Are the Hindutva rulers of today scared of acknowledging Mughal accomplishments?' asks Mohammad Sajjad.

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Colonel Raja Chari Is Ready for Space

Rediff.com30 Oct 2021

On Sunday morning Eastern US time, four astronauts will zoom into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida. Commanding the spaceflight is Raja Chari, a United States Air Force colonel.

Lufthansa cancels India flights till Jan 1

Lufthansa cancels India flights till Jan 1

Rediff.com25 Dec 2012

The German airline withdraws the flights due to lower bookings.

Demand for entry-level jobs rise 6.7 pc in 2013: Study

Demand for entry-level jobs rise 6.7 pc in 2013: Study

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

Overall, jobs created in the cities dipped marginally to 550,000.

How Blood Donors India Saves Lives!

How Blood Donors India Saves Lives!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2021

'Our network somehow saves 3,000 lives every year, but there's so much more to do, as every death due to shortage of blood is easily avoidable.'

Stuck in traffic? This start-up offers help

Stuck in traffic? This start-up offers help

Rediff.com27 Feb 2013

Real time traffic updates and solutions to negotiate peak hour traffic with ease is what will make this start-up story a success, believe its co-founders.

Office real estate expected to make a comeback

Office real estate expected to make a comeback

Rediff.com14 Jul 2013

June quarter showed revival over previous one, says study; Mumbai-Pune and Bangalore lead the way

MHA issues terror alert for three metros

MHA issues terror alert for three metros

Rediff.com8 Mar 2010

The Union home ministry on Monday issued an alert for Mumbai, Kolkata and Bangalore saying the three major cities could be targeted by terrorists.

Karnataka, TN: Hooch tragedy toll 65

Karnataka, TN: Hooch tragedy toll 65

Rediff.com20 May 2008

Eyewitnesses said that the scenes outside the hospitals were heart rendering with family members mourning the loss of their near and dear ones. The police have assured of speedy action. In Kolar and Krishnagiri, the people came out in large numbers and staged a protest. While seeking a speedy investigation, they also demanded that compenation be awarded to those families who have lost their near and dear ones.

Aussies to warm-up in Hyderabad

Aussies to warm-up in Hyderabad

Rediff.com27 Aug 2008

Bangalore may have lost the chance to host the 2008 ATP tennis tournament next month because of security concerns expressed by its promoters, but the first cricket Test between India and Australia is expected to go ahead as scheduled in the Garden City in October.

No proposal for revision of train fares for now: Minister

No proposal for revision of train fares for now: Minister

Rediff.com24 Dec 2013

There is no proposal "for now" to revise train fares, Railway Minister M Mallikarjun Kharge said.

Interested in public relations?

Interested in public relations?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2006

CityInfo is looking for Information Managers.

Double the joy! Pregnant woman airlifted by IAF in Chennai delivers twins

Double the joy! Pregnant woman airlifted by IAF in Chennai delivers twins

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

An emotionally overwhelmed Karthik, father of the twins, is in awe of the IAF now, and says, "I salute these brave men."

Schedule: Indian Badminton League

Schedule: Indian Badminton League

Rediff.com29 Jul 2013

The fixtures of the inaugural edition of the Indian Badminton League which kicks-off on August 14.

Gujarat, Kerala, AP teams join B'luru probe

Gujarat, Kerala, AP teams join B'luru probe

Rediff.com20 Apr 2010

A team from Gujarat, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh is in Bangalore to join the probe by the city police into the recent blasts outside the Chinnaswamy stadium even as police chief Ajai Kumar Singh on Tuesday hinted at the involvement of both terror elements and the betting lobby.

Sound of music: What 2015 has in store

Sound of music: What 2015 has in store

Rediff.com29 Dec 2014

From gourmet music festivals to musical comedies, 2015 promises gigs that are unique and have a soul.

Tight security for Indo-Pak T20 match

Tight security for Indo-Pak T20 match

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Against the backdrop of Shiv Sena and right wing outfit Sri Ram Sene's threat to disrupt the Indo-Pak cricket series, City Police Commissioner Jyotiprakash Mirji on Saturday said tight security would be provided for the Twenty20 match at the Chinaswamy stadium in Bangalore on December 25.

Paramount Air to fly into western India

Paramount Air to fly into western India

Rediff.com15 Feb 2008

The airline is inducting two more 70-seater Embraer planes, which will be based in Bangalore and will be used to connect Bangalore and Chennai with Pune and Goa, and then other cities in western India.

Singapore Air to start 3 new services from B'lore

Singapore Air to start 3 new services from B'lore

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

The new services will be using the Boeing 777-200 aircraft with a three-class configuration -- 12 First, 42 Business and 234 Economy class seats. On ground, the Singapore Airlines India customers can avail of its e-ticket services.

NSG reaching Bengaluru to probe blasts

NSG reaching Bengaluru to probe blasts

Rediff.com26 Jul 2008

The NSG will work along with the Special Investigation Team and the City Crime Branch.

Summoned by Kolkata Police, Shami stuck in Kolkata

Summoned by Kolkata Police, Shami stuck in Kolkata

Rediff.com17 Apr 2018

Delhi Daredevils fast bowler Mohammed Shami, who is charged with domestic violence and infidelity by his wife Hasin Jahan, has been summoned by the Kolkata Police on Wednesday, forcing him to stay back in Kolkata while his team left for Bengaluru for their next IPL match.

Siemens IT arm sacks 500 employees

Siemens IT arm sacks 500 employees

Rediff.com13 Jul 2009

Siemens Information Systems, a business unit of Siemens India, part of German technology giant Siemens is understood to have laid off around 500 people over the last five days.

Terror suspects planned to attack top K'taka BJP leader

Terror suspects planned to attack top K'taka BJP leader

Rediff.com1 Sep 2012

The terror suspects arrested by the Bangalore police had planned to target a top leader of Karnataka's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party with a view to creating political instability in the state, police sources said on Saturday.