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Bengaluru road rage: Two women held after cab driver assaulted on street, videos go viral

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Bengaluru road rage: Two women held after cab driver assaulted on street, videos go viral

A minor traffic accident in Bengaluru escalated into a violent road rage incident after two women allegedly rammed their two-wheeler into a cab and assaulted the driver.

Bengaluru woman’s emotional breakdown after finding lost jewellery on BMTC bus goes viral

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Bengaluru woman’s emotional breakdown after finding lost jewellery on BMTC bus goes viral

A Bengaluru woman broke down in relief after BMTC staff traced and returned her lost jewellery bag, captured in a viral video.

‘Bengaluru is bubble’: Woman explains how tech capital stands apart from other metros

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‘Bengaluru is bubble’: Woman explains how tech capital stands apart from other metros

A Bengaluru-based woman’s viral X post describing the tech capital as a “bubble” has sparked a fierce online debate. While some users agreed with her views on lifestyle, privilege and fitness culture, others criticised the post as elitist.

'How was this even allowed?': Internet erupts after joyride collapse at Faridabad festival kills inspector

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'How was this even allowed?': Internet erupts after joyride collapse at Faridabad festival kills inspector

A festive evening at the Surajkund International Craft Festival turned tragic after a high-speed joyride collapsed, killing a police inspector and injuring several visitors.

Confused what to eat at wedding buffets? This Bengaluru engineer built an AI-agent. Here's how it works

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Confused what to eat at wedding buffets? This Bengaluru engineer built an AI-agent. Here's how it works

A Bengaluru-based AI engineer has gone viral after building “BuffetGPT”, an AI agent that helps wedding guests decide what to eat at large Indian buffets.

Who is Major Rishab Singh Sambyal? The army officer winning the internet’s attention

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Who is Major Rishab Singh Sambyal? The army officer winning the internet’s attention

Major Rishab Singh Sambyal, a 4 Para Special Forces officer and Aide-de-Camp to President Droupadi Murmu, has gone viral across social media for his calm demeanour, sharp military bearing and professionalism.

‘How many go by the meter?’: Mohandas Pai slams Bengaluru auto drivers seeking public support

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‘How many go by the meter?’: Mohandas Pai slams Bengaluru auto drivers seeking public support

Mohandas Pai's remarks came after auto unions wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a ban on bike taxis in Bengaluru.

'Everest was easy': Bear Grylls opens up about his biggest life adventure, internet can’t stop laughing

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'Everest was easy': Bear Grylls opens up about his biggest life adventure, internet can’t stop laughing

Sharing a family photo, the Bear Grylls joked that raising three boys with his wife is tougher than Everest or jungles, triggering a wave of humour.

Goa police crack down on tourists forcing selfies with foreign women, detention warning issued

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Goa police crack down on tourists forcing selfies with foreign women, detention warning issued

Goa Police have warned tourists against clicking photographs or forcing selfies with foreign women without consent, saying violators could be detained.

Karnataka man wins Rs 49 crore Abu Dhabi lottery, coastal village erupts in celebration

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Karnataka man wins Rs 49 crore Abu Dhabi lottery, coastal village erupts in celebration

The massive win has triggered celebrations in his coastal village, with family members calling it destiny, hard work and a stroke of extraordinary luck.

Man strips naked outside elite Bangalore Club, narrowly avoids being run over

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Man strips naked outside elite Bangalore Club, narrowly avoids being run over

A dramatic incident unfolded outside Bengaluru’s elite Bangalore Club after a visitor was denied entry, leading to a drunken altercation, police intervention and multiple complaints.

Company fires stand-up comedian over viral stage performance, internet cries ‘no sense of humour’

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Company fires stand-up comedian over viral stage performance, internet cries ‘no sense of humour’

A corporate employee has sparked an online debate after being fired for a stand-up comedy act that mocked workplace culture and went viral on social media.

Delhi Police call viral ‘missing girls’ claims 'paid promotion', warn of legal action

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Delhi Police call viral ‘missing girls’ claims 'paid promotion', warn of legal action

Delhi Police on Friday addressed viral claims about a surge in missing persons cases in the capital, calling them misleading and driven by paid social media promotions.

‘Savithri’: Vivek Ramaswamy’s baby name choice sparks massive debate on Indian roots in America

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‘Savithri’: Vivek Ramaswamy’s baby name choice sparks massive debate on Indian roots in America

Indian-origin American billionaire and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy has sparked a cultural debate after naming his newborn daughter Savithri, a traditional Indian name.

Andhra senior citizens stranded in Sri Lanka after travel agent books one-way tickets, switches off phone

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Andhra senior citizens stranded in Sri Lanka after travel agent books one-way tickets, switches off phone

A group of senior citizens from Andhra Pradesh’s Kadapa are stranded at a Sri Lanka airport after a travel agent allegedly cheated them by booking only one-way tickets and switching off his phone.

Man sleeps under moving train for viral video, Hyderabad's top cop issues stern warning

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Man sleeps under moving train for viral video, Hyderabad's top cop issues stern warning

Hyderabad Police Sajjanar, VC Sajjanar warning, viral train stunt video, influencer dangerous stunt, man sleeps under moving train, social media stunt backlash, reckless content creators

Gen Z vs toxic boss: WhatsApp chat over 6:30 am office demand for virtual meeting goes viral

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Gen Z vs toxic boss: WhatsApp chat over 6:30 am office demand for virtual meeting goes viral

A viral WhatsApp chat has sparked debate on toxic work culture after a boss demanded physical office presence at 6:30 am for a virtual meeting. The employee’s calm but sharp refusal won praise online, with many calling out unreasonable management.

‘Clinton, Obama and Trump ate with their hands here’: Delhi restaurant’s reply after founder asks for spoon

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‘Clinton, Obama and Trump ate with their hands here’: Delhi restaurant’s reply after founder asks for spoon

A Delhi founder’s request for a spoon at Bukhara sparked a viral debate after staff reminded him that Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Donald Trump ate there using their hands.

Why Indian-origin techies rise to top abroad? Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu explains

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Why Indian-origin techies rise to top abroad? Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu explains

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu challenges the idea that academic pressure drives Indian success abroad, arguing that loyalty, long tenures, and cultural continuity help Indian-origin professionals rise to leadership roles in global companies.

‘One-crore earning life has no value’: Founder slams Bengaluru Police after hit-and-run injures sister

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‘One-crore earning life has no value’: Founder slams Bengaluru Police after hit-and-run injures sister

A Bengaluru-based founder’s viral post has sparked outrage after alleging police apathy in a hit-and-run case that injured his sister. He claimed a drunk truck driver was not arrested and an FIR was discouraged.

'Only in Bengaluru...': Founder tells how an e-mail helped him to catch up with Infosys' Narayana Murthy

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'Only in Bengaluru...': Founder tells how an e-mail helped him to catch up with Infosys' Narayana Murthy

A Bengaluru-based founder has gone viral after sharing how a simple email led to a personal meeting with Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy. The story has sparked discussion on the city’s unique startup culture, where access to successful founders remains more open.

‘Will file police case’: Manager threatens employee for refusing to work on Sunday

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‘Will file police case’: Manager threatens employee for refusing to work on Sunday

A viral Teams call has sparked outrage after a manager was seen threatening an employee with police action for refusing to work on a Sunday. The heated exchange has reignited debate around toxic work culture.

More expensive than a supercar: Andhra man pays Rs 2.08 crore for India’s costliest number plate

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More expensive than a supercar: Andhra man pays Rs 2.08 crore for India’s costliest number plate

An Andhra Pradesh buyer has rewritten India’s record books by purchasing the vintage number plate ‘DDC 001’ for Rs 2.08 crore. The price, higher than many supercars, highlights the growing craze for rare registration numbers as luxury collectibles in the country.

‘Greed can land you bad’: Rs 10L gold bet on credit card backfires as prices fall, advisor warns investors

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‘Greed can land you bad’: Rs 10L gold bet on credit card backfires as prices fall, advisor warns investors

A financial advisor’s viral X post has sparked debate after revealing how an investor bought gold and silver worth Rs 10 lakh using a credit card, chasing quick gains. A price correction left him burdened with debt

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