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Month: November 2025

Implementation of Supreme Court Guidelines on Street Dog Management: Rajendra Cholan

Implementation of Supreme Court Guidelines on Street Dog Management: Rajendra Cholan

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  Bengaluru, Nov. 11:- In accordance with the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, Bengaluru Central City Corporation Commissioner Rajendra Cholan instructed officials to take effective measures to control the menace of street dogs and to ensure proper management of the stray dog population. Addressing the ABC/ARV (Animal Birth Control/Anti-Rabies Vaccination) Progress Review and Monitoring Committee meeting held today at the BMRDA office, the Commissioner directed officials to strictly comply with the guidelines issued by the Hon’ble Supreme Court regarding stray dog management and control. The meeting focused on discussions related to stray dog control, animal welfare, and public safety. The Commissioner issued the following key directions to officials: 1...
Inspection of PGs and Hostels to Ensure Compliance with GBA Act – Lokhande Snehal Sudhakar

Inspection of PGs and Hostels to Ensure Compliance with GBA Act – Lokhande Snehal Sudhakar

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Bengaluru, Nov. 11: Additional Commissioner (Development) Lokhande Snehal Sudhakar has announced that comprehensive inspection drives will be undertaken to identify and take action against unauthorized and illegal Paying Guest (PG) and hostel accommodations operating within the limits of the Bengaluru East City Corporation. In the interest of public health and safety, strict enforcement will be carried out against PGs and hostels functioning in residential areas for commercial or non-residential purposes in violation of the provisions, terms, and conditions prescribed under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) Act, 2024. To ensure effective implementation, the East City Corporation has appointed the Health Officers of each zone as Nodal Officers. Under their supervision, inspecti...
GBA Phone-In Programme -“Instructions sent to respond quickly to complaints received from citizens”: Rajendra Cholan

GBA Phone-In Programme -“Instructions sent to respond quickly to complaints received from citizens”: Rajendra Cholan

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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8x7u80aUD-Q?feature=share Hearing various complaints from 35 citizens through the phone-in program. A phone-in program was held today by Bengaluru Central Municipal Corporation Commissioner Rajendra Cholan with the aim of directly listening to the problems of the citizens of the Central Municipal Corporation and providing quick solutions to the problems. The Commissioner heard 35 complaints from citizens over the phone. The Commissioner personally listened to the complaints received from the citizens, directed the officers present on the spot to resolve the related complaints/issues, and gave strict instructions to resolve the issues within the time limit. Transfer of complaints to concerned Municipal Corporations: GBA has also received 6 compl...
Woodpeckers Global Crosses 1 Million Sq. Ft. Milestone in Premium Sales Office Design Across India

Woodpeckers Global Crosses 1 Million Sq. Ft. Milestone in Premium Sales Office Design Across India

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Monday, Nov 10, 2025 16:11:37 PHOTO CREDIT-Woodpeckers Global India’s design-build powerhouse continues to redefine real estate experience centres with innovation, craftsmanship, and scale. Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 10: Woodpeckers Global, India’s leading design and build firm specializing in premium sales offices, has reached a remarkable milestone — successfully delivering over 1 million square feet of sales office spaces across the nation. With a legacy built on creativity, engineering precision, and client trust, Woodpeckers Global has become synonymous with excellence in both permanent and temporary sales office structures. From awe-inspiring MS structures and German Hangar frameworks to bespoke interiors and complete fabrication solutions, the company continues...
Marriott International Announces Termination of Agreement with Sonder

Marriott International Announces Termination of Agreement with Sonder

Business & Finance
BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SOND, "Sonder") is no longer in effect due to Sonder's default. As a result, Sonder is no longer affiliated with Marriott Bonvoy, and Sonder properties are not available for new bookings on Marriott's channels. Marriott's immediate priority is supporting guests currently staying at Sonder properties and those with upcoming reservations. Marriott will be contacting guests who booked directly through Marriott channels, including marriott.com, the Marriott Bonvoy App and Marriott's worldwide reservation centers, to address their reservation and booking needs.  Guests who booked through a third-party online travel agency shoul...
Knowledge Realty Trust, India’s largest REIT**, delivers strong results in its first quarter after listing.  Occupancy rises to 92%, NOI up 20% YoY; First distribution of Rs. 6,900 million

Knowledge Realty Trust, India’s largest REIT**, delivers strong results in its first quarter after listing. Occupancy rises to 92%, NOI up 20% YoY; First distribution of Rs. 6,900 million

Business & Finance
Mumbai, India, November 10, 2025: Knowledge Realty Trust (NSE: KRT / BSE: 544481), India’s largest** and most geographically diverse office REIT, today announced its quarterly and half-yearly results for the period ended September 30, 2025. Business Highlights: Delivered strong gross leasing of 1.8 million square feet in H1 FY26, comprising 1.2 million square feet of new leases and 0.6 million square feet of renewals, at a 29% average spread. Backed by strong leasing momentum, portfolio occupancy rose 340 bps YoY to 92%. Our core markets continue to benefit from the strong market fundamentals (Hyderabad 99% occupied, up 150 bps YoY; Mumbai 88% occupied, up 570 bps YoY and Bengaluru 88% occupied, up 410 bps YoY). GCCs and Domestic firms accounted for about 70% of our leasing a...
India’s real estate set for 20X leap by 2047, unlocking new urban growth corridors: Colliers-CII Report

India’s real estate set for 20X leap by 2047, unlocking new urban growth corridors: Colliers-CII Report

Business & Finance
With the potential to hit USD 10 trillion by 2047, real estate likely to account for 14-20% of the India’s GDP Annual office demand to solidify at 70-75 million sq ft, while industrial & warehousing demand likely to be around 30-40 million sq ft in the next few years Developer expansion in smaller cities, sustainable living, and redevelopment to gain traction in residential real estate Real estate maturity to be characterised by quantum growth in alternative asset classes like data centers, senior living, co-living etc. Emerging Tier II/III locations are expected to become front runners and drive accelerated real estate activity Gurugram, 06 November 2025: India’s real estate sector is at the cusp of a monumental and transformative journey and is projected to grow mult...
India’s first Startup Park inaugurated in Bengaluru

India’s first Startup Park inaugurated in Bengaluru

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Bengaluru, November 7: “Karnataka is an ocean of opportunities. Beyond technology, the state offers immense potential across various industries. Young people must make the best use of these opportunities and move forward with confidence,” said Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, D.K. Shivakumar, after inaugurating India’s first Startup Park in Bengaluru today. The Startup Park, conceptualized and developed by Ique Ventures, is India’s first fully integrated Startup Innovation Hub. It offers a wide range of resources including incubation, mentorship, investor access, and international networking — all under one roof. The ambitious project aims to nurture over 10,000 startups, create 1,00,000 jobs, and attract ₹50,000 crore in investments into Karnataka’s economy by 2030. Located on Hosur...
AIAMA EXPO 2025 inaugurated by Smt. Shobha Karandlaje, marks a new era for India’s agarbathi industry with BIS certification launch

AIAMA EXPO 2025 inaugurated by Smt. Shobha Karandlaje, marks a new era for India’s agarbathi industry with BIS certification launch

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Bengaluru, November 6, 2025: The All India Agarbathi Manufacturers Association (AIAMA) inaugurated AIAMA EXPO 2025, India’s largest international conference and exhibition for the agarbathi industry at Tripura Vasini, Palace Grounds, Bengaluru. The three-day event, themed ‘Traditionally Modern,’ was inaugurated by Smt. Shobha Karandlaje, Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. She also unveiled the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Certification, to establish a new quality benchmark to elevate India’s incense manufacturing to global standards. Speaking at the inauguration, Smt. Shobha Karandlaje, Union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, said, “The Indian agarbathi industry is the essence of our culture, craftsmanship and sacred prayer. ...

American Gambits Announce FYERS as Title Sponsor, Heralding a New Era in Chess

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PHOTOS BY P.K .ANANTH KUMAR FYERS supports one of the Global Chess League's most data-driven teams, extending its technology-first ethos beyond capital markets Bengaluru, 6th November 2025 – The American Gambits, one of the most innovative and tech-driven franchises in the Global Chess League, are delighted to announce FYERS, a technology-first brokerage and investment platform as their Title Sponsor. As part of the announcement, the team also unveiled its official jersey at the event presided by Prachura PP, Co-owner of American Gambits, Tejas Khoday, CEO and Co-founder of FYERS, and Lucky Saini, Senior Vice President and Marketing Head, FYERS. Through this strategic three-year partnership, FYERS will support American Gambits’ growth and performance, both on and beyond the chessbo...