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UNIQLO OPENS FIRST STORE IN BENGALURU

UNIQLO OPENS FIRST STORE IN BENGALURU

LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News
August 29, 2025, Bengaluru, India - Global apparel retailer UNIQLO today opened the doors to its first-ever store in Bengaluru, marking a significant milestone in its India journey. Cricket legend, and Bengaluru local, Rahul Dravid joined the launch celebrations at UNIQLO Orion Mall, Brigade Gateway, where he participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside UNIQLO India representatives, drawing a crowd of excited customers and fans. Spread across 9,012 square feet on the ground floor of the mall, UNIQLO Orion Mall Brigade Gateway, Bengaluru introduces the brand’s signature LifeWear philosophy to the city: high-quality, functional clothing designed to improve everyday life. This marks UNIQLO’s 17th store in India and its very first in South India. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Z...
Sharp Rise in Myopia and Astigmatism in Bengaluru Over the Last Decade, linked to Increased Screen Time and Reduced Outdoor Activity, Say Doctors

Sharp Rise in Myopia and Astigmatism in Bengaluru Over the Last Decade, linked to Increased Screen Time and Reduced Outdoor Activity, Say Doctors

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Amid rising eye health concerns in Karnataka, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital has introduced advanced Contoura Vision technology in Bengaluru, offering precise, personalised vision correction to patients across the state Bengaluru, 19th August 2025 : Bengaluru is witnessing a worrying rise in refractive errors such as myopia and astigmatism, particularly among children, young adults, and IT professionals with heavy screen exposure, according to doctors at Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital. They attribute this surge to rising digital screen time, reduced outdoor activity, and the pressure of demanding academic and work schedules. In response to this growing concern in Karnataka, Dr Agarwals Eye Hospital Launched new machine, Wavelight® EX500 Contoura Excimer Laser in Bengaluru, an advanced topograph...
Mahindra Launches XUV 3XO ‘REVX’ Series Starting at ₹ 8.94 Lakh…

Mahindra Launches XUV 3XO ‘REVX’ Series Starting at ₹ 8.94 Lakh…

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https://youtu.be/N7x7V6dY84U Striking new exteriors with new body colored grille, black alloy wheels, dual-tone roof, and distinctive badging. ● Premium interiors offering exceptional value for customers in C-SUV segment under 10 Lakh with leatherette seats and sunroof. Bengaluru July 26, 2025: Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., India’s leading SUV manufacturer, today unveiled the exciting new XUV 3XO REVX series, starting at an attractive price of ₹ 8.94 Lakh. The XUV 3XO recently achieved an impressive milestone of over 1 lakh sales in under a year, making it Mahindra’s fastest SUV to reach this milestone. The REVX series will further enhance the XUV 3XO portfolio with a compelling value offering of premium features, distinctive styling and best in segment performance, resonating ...
Superstar Kichcha Sudeepa Acquires Bengaluru Racing Team the Indian Racing Festival — Launches ‘Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru’ to Unite Cinema, Speed, and City Pride

Superstar Kichcha Sudeepa Acquires Bengaluru Racing Team the Indian Racing Festival — Launches ‘Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru’ to Unite Cinema, Speed, and City Pride

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India’s marquee motorsport league returns this August with 5 high-octane rounds Bengaluru 4rd July; The Indian Racing Festival (IRF), India’s premier city-based motorsport league, has just entered a thrilling new chapter as Kannada megastar Kichcha Sudeepa officially acquires the Bengaluru franchise and launches his racing team: Kichcha’s Kings Bengaluru (KKB). This landmark move is more than a business decision — it’s a defining cultural crossover between the silver screen and the speed track, bringing with it the energy and influence of one of South India’s most celebrated stars into the high-stakes world of motorsport. A commanding presence on screen, Sudeep now shifts gears to make his mark as an owner, visionary, and sporting ambassador, driving a new era of racing from Karnatak...
TCS World 10K Bengaluru Ignites the Spirit of Giving: NGOs, Citizens, and Corporates raise INR 3.83 Crores for Social Good

TCS World 10K Bengaluru Ignites the Spirit of Giving: NGOs, Citizens, and Corporates raise INR 3.83 Crores for Social Good

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  South India’s largest sporting platform for philanthropy has raised INR 59.20 crore since 2008 ~ Bengaluru, 3 July 2025: The TCS World 10K Bengaluru 2025 continues to break barriers as South India’s largest sporting platform for philanthropy. Led by aidbees, the event’s philanthropy partner, NGOs, individual fundraisers, runners and corporates embraced the spirit of #EndendiguBengaluru…Forever Bengaluru, raising INR 3.83 crores for social causes in this year’s edition. Since 2008, the World Athletics Gold Label Race’ philanthropic kitty has risen to over INR 59.20 crore, in support of a multitude of CSO’s. This year, more than 250 individual fundraisers and over 35 corporates came together to champion the efforts of over 75 NGOs engaged in diverse areas including healt...
MATTER Launches Experience Hub in Bengaluru, Strengthens Presence in Karnataka

MATTER Launches Experience Hub in Bengaluru, Strengthens Presence in Karnataka

LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle
Electric vehicle innovator MATTER has expanded its footprint in southern India with the launch of a new Experience Hub in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Located at 1st Phase, 1, 100 Feet Ring Road, Vysya Bank Colony in BTM Layout, Bengaluru, the hub offers an interactive retail experience designed to engage customers with the brand’s cutting-edge electric mobility solutions. Jayanagar MLA C.K. Ramamurthy inaugurated the new Matter Experience hub. The event was attended by MATTER’s senior leadership team, including Co-Founder and Group CDO – Mr. Saran Babu, Lalbhai, Co-Founder and Group COO – Mr. Arun Pratap Singh, Vice President of Sales – Mr. Willy Chengappa, and the dealership principal – Mr Chirag Bafna, along with local dignitaries and industry stakeholders. At the centre of the new hub is ...
High-activity micro markets likely to witness at least 1 msf of average annual demand & supply over the next few years

High-activity micro markets likely to witness at least 1 msf of average annual demand & supply over the next few years

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High-activity micro markets drive 65% of demand & 76% of new supply in India since 2020 Almost 60% of the micro markets have near-dollar or sub-dollar office rentals; presenting an attractive proposition for global players to consolidate GCCs prefer SBDs & PBDs, with 73% of GCC leasing concentrated in top 10 micro markets since 2020 Of the 488 msf REIT-worthy office stock in India, 56% is in top 10 micro markets  Bengaluru, India, 19th June 2025: India’s office market has undergone a transformative shift, amidst continuous demand scale up in the last few years. Interestingly, high-activity micro markets across the top seven cities of the country have been witnessing consistently high demand & supply since 2020. These high-activity micro markets collectively accoun...
Indian patients no longer need to look abroad for advanced treatment,” said Dr. Sharat Damodar, Senior Consultant, Haematologist and Head of Adult BMT at Narayana Health City, Bengaluru and Chairman of the Oncology Collegium at Narayana Health.

Indian patients no longer need to look abroad for advanced treatment,” said Dr. Sharat Damodar, Senior Consultant, Haematologist and Head of Adult BMT at Narayana Health City, Bengaluru and Chairman of the Oncology Collegium at Narayana Health.

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Three-Year Cancer Remissions Mark Milestone for CAR T-Cell Therapy at Narayana Health City Bengaluru, India 18th June, 2025– In a landmark development for cancer care in India, three patients treated with CAR T-cell therapy for relapsed follicular lymphoma at Narayana Health City, Bengaluru, have completed three years of successful follow-up—making this one of the longest documented survivals post-CAR T therapy in South India. Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell (CAR T) therapy, a cutting-edge immunotherapy, has become a beacon of hope for patients with relapsed or treatment-resistant lymphoma. India now produces CAR T therapy domestically, with two CDSCO-approved products—NEXCAR19 and QARTEMI—making this life-saving treatment more accessible and affordable. Ms. Perumala (name change...
National Gallery of Modern Art, Bengaluru Celebration of International Museum Day 2025

National Gallery of Modern Art, Bengaluru Celebration of International Museum Day 2025

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Bangalore, May 16, (Karnataka Information) :   The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), Bengaluru is happy to announce the celebration of International Museum Day (IMD) 2025 from May 14th to May 31st, 2025, in line with the directives of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India. This vibrant two-week-long celebration will feature an exciting array of events designed to engage the community, promote cultural awareness, and celebrate the vital role museums play in society. Highlights of the IMD 2025 Celebration include: Free Entry: In celebration of IMD, entry to NGMA Bengaluru will be free for all visitors on May 18, 2025. Illumination of the heritage building and the NGMA Premises: From May 15 to May 31, 2025, creating a festive ambiance. Special laser illumination on the 18th Ma...
NHRC, India urges all states for the immediate implementation of Supreme Court’s 14 directives, issued in the case of Dr. Balram Singh v/s Union of India – 2023, to eliminate the practice of manual cleaning of hazardous waste

NHRC, India urges all states for the immediate implementation of Supreme Court’s 14 directives, issued in the case of Dr. Balram Singh v/s Union of India – 2023, to eliminate the practice of manual cleaning of hazardous waste

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Highlights the establishment of robust monitoring systems to ensure real-time compliance and deterrence Emphasizes the need for regular follow-ups and review mechanisms to track progress, identify implementation gaps, and ensure accountability at all levels Calls for action taken reports from concerned authorities within eight weeks  15 MAY 2025 6:03PM by PIB Delhi In view of the continued practice of manual cleaning of hazardous waste, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, in a letter to all the Chief Secretaries and Administrators of States and Union Territories, has asked to ensure the immediate implementation of the 14 directives issued by the Supreme Court in its landmark 2023 judgment (Dr. Balram Singh v/s Union of India, 2023 INSC 950), aimed at eradicating the i...