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5th State Finance Commission Reviews Financial Status of Bengaluru Central City Corporation — Request for ₹2,047 Crore Grant: Rajendra Cholan

Bengaluru, Jan.14:5th State Finance Commission Reviews Financial Status of Bengaluru Central City Corporation — Request for ₹2,047 Crore Grant: Rajendra CholanDemand for ₹200 Crore Special Grant for Basic Infrastructure in Slum AreasDemand for ₹500 Crore Special Grant for Development of Central Business District (CBD)The Chairman of the 5th State Finance Commission, Dr. C. Narayanaswamy, along with the Commission Members Mohammed Sanaulla and S. R. Phonde, visited the Bengaluru Central City Corporation today and reviewed the financial status of the Corporation. They also reviewed the requirements, ongoing development works, and administrative reforms.Key Points from the Chairman’s AddressAddressing the meeting, Dr.C Narayanaswamy stated that the Government will give...

Jan122026 by FWMNo Comments

Ten Paying Guest (PG) Accommodations Sealed by Bengaluru South City Corporation for Lack of Hygiene

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PHOTO CREDIT -GBABengaluru, Jan. 12:2025-As per the orders of the Commissioner, inspections were conducted on 12-01-2026 in Paying Guest (PG) accommodations operating in Jayanagar, Bengaluru South, BTM Layout, and Bommanahalli Assembly Constituency areas under the limits of Bengaluru South City Corporation.A total of 66 Paying Guest establishments were inspected to verify the availability of basic facilities such as safe drinking water, cleanliness, kitchen hygiene, safety measures, proper toilet facilities, fire safety equipment, installation of CCTV cameras, and possession of FSSAI food safety certification.Notices had been issued to the PG operators to rectify the deficiencies within seven days and comply with the prescribed norms to continue operations.During today’...

Jan102026 by FWMNo Comments

9th Edition of “Walkaluru” Project Walk-5th Walkaluru Edition in Bengaluru North City Corporation; 34 km Walk Completed

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Walk for a 5 km Clean and Safe Footpath in Kammanahalli.9th Edition of “Walkaluru” Project Walk5th Walkaluru Edition in Bengaluru North City Corporation; 34 km Walk CompletedPraise from Netherlands CitizensBengaluru, Jan 10-The Commissioner of Bengaluru North City Corporation, Shri Pommala Sunil Kumar, today flagged off the “Project Walkaluru” footpath walk. The Joint Commissioner Mohammed Naem Momin was also present during the 5 km walk. The Commissioner and Joint Commissioner walked along with more than 120 participants. Local residents along with Corporation officers and staff enthusiastically participated in the walk. Participants ranging from children to senior citizens aged 80 years successfully completed the entire route. The participation of two citizens from th...

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Sumanahalli Animal Crematorium to Reopen from January 12: Dr. Rajendra K.V.

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120-Foot Chimney Successfully ReconstructedBengaluru, Jan. 09:The Commissioner of Bengaluru West City Corporation, Dr. Rajendra K.V., has informed that the Sumanahalli Animal Crematorium will be reopened from January 12, 2026.The Sumanahalli Animal Crematorium had been closed for the past eight months due to the collapse of its chimney. The reconstruction of a new 120-foot chimney has now been successfully completed.The animal crematorium at Sumanahalli, which is a major facility for the disposal of deceased pet animals and stray animals, had been closed for eight months following the chimney collapse on April 14, 2025.The Engineering Department of the Bengaluru West City Corporation has reconstructed a strong and stable new chimney structure. With this upgrade, the fac...

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Notices Issued to PGs Operating Without Trade License, Safety Measures, and Proper Hygiene, would be sealed from next month -Daljit Kumar. ,Additional Commissioner (Development),Bengaluru Central City Corporation.

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Bengaluru, Jan. 09,2025-Inspection of Paying Guest (PG) Accommodations and Sealing of Unhygienic PG Kitchens – Daljit KumarNotices Issued to PGs Operating Without Trade License, Safety Measures, and Proper HygieneAs per the orders of the Commissioner of Bengaluru Central City Corporation, Rajendra Cholan, an inspection of Paying Guest (PG) accommodations was conducted this morning under the leadership of the Additional Commissioner (Development), Daljit Kumar. The inspection covered the CV Raman Nagar and Shantinagar areas.During the inspection, details regarding cleanliness of PG premises, hygiene in kitchens, possession of trade licenses, and implementation of safety measures were obtained from PG owners or on-site PG managers and were thoroughly verified.Several PGs that...

Jan92026 by FWMNo Comments

Mahindra Premieres XUV 7XO with 5 Pioneering Tech Disruptions – Starting at ₹ 13.66 Lakh

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https://youtu.be/9nBRLGfUmzI09 January 2026-World’s first DAVINCI suspension system India’s first ICE SUV with coast-to-coast triple screen across all variants India’s first ICE Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) India’s first Integrated Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision Experience India’s first ADAS Level 2 with Dynamic VisualisationBookings start January 14, 2026. BENGALURU/MUMBAI-BUREAU- January 09, 2026: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV manufacturer, today launched the new XUV 7XO, the company’s latest trendsetter. Starting at a price of ₹13.66 lakh (ex-showroom), the XUV 7XO raises the benchmarks set by the gamechanger XUV 700, which has had over 300000 customers since its launch in 2021. The XUV 7XO delivers an experience that rewrites the...

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Bengaluru North City Corporation is organizing the 9th Footpath Walk under the “Walkaluru” Project.

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Bengaluru, Jan 08:With the objective of creating awareness among citizens about pedestrian safety, smooth mobility, and the importance of walkable streets, the Bengaluru North City Corporation is organizing the 9th Footpath Walk under the “Walkaluru” Project. This community-based 5.2 km footpath walk will be conducted in the Kammanahalli area of Sarvajnanagar Division, aiming to assess local walkability on-site and identify locations that require improvement.The footpath walk will commence on Saturday, January 10, at 7:30 AM from Joyalukkas on Kammanahalli Main Road.29 km of Footpath Walks Already Completed within Bengaluru North City Corporation limits.So far, footpath walks covering 5 km in Banaswadi, 7 km in Thanisandra, 10 km in Yelahanka, and 7 km in R.T. Nagar (Hebbal...

Jan82026 by FWMNo Comments

Power Supply Disconnected to 66 Advertisement Hoardings within the North City Corporation Limits

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SOURCE-PHOTO CREDIT-GBA Bengaluru, Jan. 8-Acting on the directions of the Commissioner of Bengaluru North City Corporation, Pommala Sunil Kumar, a total of 82 unauthorized LED advertisement hoardings were identified within Zones 1 and 2 of the Bengaluru North City Corporation. Out of these, power supply has been disconnected to 66 hoardings.This action was carried out by a team of subdivision officers under the leadership of the Zonal Joint Commissioners.Strict instructions have been issued not to install such unauthorized LED advertisement hoardings in the future, and the said action has been taken in the interest of ensuring smooth and safe movement of the public.

Jan82026 by FWMNo Comments

Complete K.R. Market Basement Parking Works at the Earliest: Daljit Kumar,Additional Commissioner (Development) of Bengaluru Central City Corporation

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Improvement in Cleanliness at K.R. Market Due to Intensive Cleaning DrivesThe Additional Commissioner (Development) of Bengaluru Central City Corporation, Daljit Kumar, today visited K.R. Market in the city and inspected the parking works being carried out in the basement of the market building.K.R. Market is a historic and heritage building that attracts thousands of customers every day. As there is no proper parking facility in the surrounding areas, the basement parking facility being developed at K.R. Market will be convenient for the public and will also ensure the safety of vehicles, he said.Further, he stated that the parking project is in its final stage and instructed the engineers and contractors to complete the remaining works at the earliest, including providing el...

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Shyam Steel appoints Harmanpreet Kaur as Brand Ambassador

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Wednesday, Jan 07, 2026 16:01:58Shyam Steel's Brand Ambassador Harmanpreet Kaur with Shyam Steel's Directors - Sarvesh Beriwala and Radhika Beriwala Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 7: Shyam Steel, one of India’s leading producers and manufacturers of primary TMT bars, has announced the appointment of Harmanpreet Kaur, Captain of the Indian Women’s Cricket Team, as its brand ambassador. The association marks a significant step for the brand, reinforcing its progressive outlook by aligning with one of India’s most respected women leaders in sport. With this partnership, Shyam Steel highlights its belief that strength today goes beyond infrastructure, it reflects mindset, inclusion, and shared responsibility. Guided by its core philosophy, “Maksad Toh Hai India Ko Banana Hames...