TECHNOLOGY
Rs 9.5 crore fee for 6 months: Inside the terms of Karnataka govt’s deal with Boston Consulting Group
Some of BCG’s proposals are likely to be included in the next budget. It has also started working with the finance department to streamline expenditure in tenders across major departments.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru airport’s Terminal 1 to get a facelift, work to commence by August
The refurbishment work is expected to be completed by the end of 2026 and will include facilities such as a dedicated entry for passengers with cabin baggage only, as well as upgraded amenities for domestic passengers.
TECHNOLOGY
Karnataka govt ropes in Boston Consulting Group to boost revenue amid poll guarantee schemes
Karnataka govt is considering the consultant's proposals, which include land monetisation, satellite towns, better utilisation of mining potential, and technology to prevent leakages
TECHNOLOGY
Karnataka Examinations Authority to deploy AI to prevent impersonation; 6 lakh apply for 1,000 village administration posts
This is the first time the KEA will be using artificial intelligence to prevent and detect exam malpractices.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru suburban rail: Agency invites tender for station work on 'priority section'
K-RIDE, the agency executing Bengaluru suburban rail project, has invited tenders for station work on the Chikkabanavara–Yeswantpur priority section. Tender for signalling and platform screen doors work will be called soon
TECHNOLOGY
Karnataka: Petrol, diesel prices rise by Rs 3 as state government increases sales tax on fuel
In Bengaluru, price of petrol has increased to Rs 102.86 per litre, while diesel is now Rs 88.94 per litre after the revision on June 15.
TECHNOLOGY
In Karnataka, lacklustre Congress performance casts a shadow on guarantee schemes
Some Congress legislators have asked for the guarantees to be reconsidered as they had not helped the party in the LS polls. However, the CM insists that the welfare schemes are not for political gain but a commitment to the people.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru's first double-decker flyover is finally ready
Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) is likely to open 3.3Km road flyover from Ragigudda to Central Silk Board for motorists after June 15.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru's BMTC and Namma Metro to open up real-time transit data
This initiative will help app developers, mobility startups, and public transport enthusiasts develop applications and mobility solutions by leveraging real-time data from Bengaluru's lifelines, BMTC and BMRCL.
TECHNOLOGY
After Namma Yatri, Bengaluru gets another union-backed auto rickshaw app
Nagara Metered Auto app will allow passengers to book rides on the street, the website and WhatsApp. Passengers will pay government-fixed fares and that too to the drivers directly
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru airport launches India's first biometric-enabled self-bag drop facility
Domestic passengers flying with Tata Group Airlines can now seamlessly check in their bags themselves at Terminal 2 of Bengaluru Airport.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru: Real estate firm dilly-dallies over Bettahalasur Metro station on airport line
Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Ltd officials said Jakkur Plantation station, to be jointly built by Bagmane and Century Group, is nearing finalisation.
TECHNOLOGY
In a first, Bengaluru Metro to wrap trains with ads to boost revenue; tender to be floated soon
The agency running the mass rapid transit system will also offer semi-naming rights of existing stations to private companies to increase its non-fare box revenue.
TECHNOLOGY
How Estonia transformed into Europe’s tech and startup powerhouse in the post-Soviet era
The tiny Baltic nation prioritised tech education for children and embraced online culture and is now a digital giant
TECHNOLOGY
Digital republic Estonia looks to partner with India on cybersecurity
“We are happy to intensify the cooperation with India and to conduct cyber exercises here. Globally, there is a rise in cyber attacks and Estonia is also facing attacks from hackers," said Jonatan Vseviov, secretary general, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru airport: Now, cabs need to pay Rs 150 for entry, private vehicles to pay fee beyond 7 mins
Chaos erupted at Bengaluru airport today following the sudden introduction of entry fees without any prior notice. BIAL said stay and overstay charges are for vehicles accessing the arrival pick-up lanes at Terminal 1 and 2.
TECHNOLOGY
Kochi-bound Air India Express flight with 179 passengers makes emergency landing in Bengaluru after engine catches fire
A full-scale emergency was declared at Bengaluru airport on May 18 following the incident.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru Metro sees ridership and revenue surge despite free bus travel for women
Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has also witnessed a rise in daily ridership from 27.7 lakh before the launch of the Shakti scheme to around 36-40 lakh now.
BUSINESS
Bengaluru water board bets big on AI and IoT; floats tender for real-time monitoring system for borewells
Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board chairman said that the first phase of the project will cover 1,000 public borewells across the city, with the remaining 10,000 in the second phase.
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru's traffic conundrum: Metro rail to the outskirts, suburban rail confined to city limits, and tunnel vision
The state government is taking unilateral decisions without adhering to the Comprehensive Mobility Plan or engaging in public consultations, say experts.
BUSINESS
Cricket Scotland partners with Karnataka's Nandini; unveils T20 World Cup jersey
The Nandini logo is present on the leading arm of the new Scotland men’s playing shirts at the tournament, which takes place in West Indies and USA and begins on June 2.
TECHNOLOGY
Meet the startup that turns airport rides into cheap Ola-Uber carpools
The GoPool app enables users to find travellers headed to or from airports before a trip, allowing them to share a cab and the expense.
TECHNOLOGY
Titagarh to supply the first train for Bengaluru metro’s Electronics City corridor in August 2024
Trial run of the entire 19 km Yellow Line between RV Road and Bommasandra is set to commence by the end of May 2024
TECHNOLOGY
Bengaluru airport's T2 leaks as heavy rains lash the city; 17 flights diverted to Chennai
Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), which operates, KIA, in a statement said: "A very heavy downpour of rain within a short span of time on the evening of May 9, 2024, resulted in water leakage in certain areas of the terminals at Bengaluru airport".
