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Saksham-2025

Saksham-2025

LIFE & ARTS
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/I1novAzITEk?feature=share The one day, knowledge led initiative drew over 100 participants Addressed real-world challenges across hospitality operations Brought together Chefs, Hotel Engineers and FBOs Bengaluru, 17 December, 2025: Elanpro, India’s leading commercial refrigeration company, today hosted Saksham, a first-of-its-kind seminar in Bengaluru aimed at fostering responsible practices across the hospitality sector. The event was inaugurated in the presence of Mr. Pawan Agarwal, Former CEO, FSSAI; Mr Sathyananda B, President-Supply Chain, Cafe Coffee Day; Mr. Subramanya Holla, President, Bruhat Bengaluru Hotel Association; representatives from M.S. Ramaiah College and Mr. Ranjan Jain, MD, Elanpro. The initiative is organised in colla...
Puravankara signs Agreement to Lease with IKEA for retail space at Purva Zentech Park, Bengaluru

Puravankara signs Agreement to Lease with IKEA for retail space at Purva Zentech Park, Bengaluru

Architecture, News
  Monday, Nov 17, 2025 16:11:27 Puravankara signs Agreement to Lease with IKEA for retail space at Purva Zentech Park, Bengaluru Bengaluru: Puravankara Limited (NSE: PURVA | BSE: 532891), one of India’s most trusted and admired real estate developers, today announced the signing of an Agreement to Lease (ATL) with IKEA India for leasing of two floors of retail space at the Purva Zentech Park, located on Kanakapura Road, Bengaluru. Purva Zentech Park is a mixed-use commercial development with approximately 9.6 lakh square feet of leasable and saleable area. Typical floor plates are approximately 50,000 square feet, with modular units ranging from 4,500 to 5,000 square feet available for lease or sale. Strategically located within a five-minute walk from both the Konanku...
Odisha Parab: Showcasing the Timeless Spirit of Odisha Through Art, Flavour, and Heritage in Bengaluru

Odisha Parab: Showcasing the Timeless Spirit of Odisha Through Art, Flavour, and Heritage in Bengaluru

LIFE & ARTS, News
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 17:11:01 Bengaluru, 15th November 2025: The Department of Tourism, Government of Odisha, in association with FICCI, hosted a press conference today at The LaLiT Ashok, Bengaluru, to announce the upcoming Odisha Parab, a three-day cultural and tourism extravaganza celebrating the State’s vibrant heritage, art, cuisine, and tourism offerings. The press conference was graced by Smt. Pravati Parida,Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, along with senior government officials. https://youtu.be/0ST4TfZreCI Speaking on the occasion, Smt. Pravati Parida, Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, said, “Through Odisha Parab, we want to share not only the vibrant culture but also our story of progress, a story of how Odisha honours its roots while moving forward with confidence a...
BENGALURU SKILL SUMMIT 2025 INAUGURATED

BENGALURU SKILL SUMMIT 2025 INAUGURATED

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https://youtu.be/7ieiC9XwhQY   Bengaluru, 4th November 2025 – The inaugural edition of the Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025 opened today at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, marking the beginning of a two-day dialogue on workforce innovation and future readiness.  Siddaramaiah,  Chief Minister of Karnataka graced the inaugural event joined by   D. K. Shivakumar,   Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, and Dr. Sharanaprakash R. Patil,  Minister for Skill Development, Entrepreneurship & Livelihood, Government of Karnataka and Medical Education. The inauguration ceremony commenced with a vibrant cultural performance under Karnataka Rajyotsava Sadagara. Smt. Shivakantamma (Kanta) Naik, Chairperson, Karnataka Skill Development Corporation and Karnataka Vocational Training &am...
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…

Lifestyle, News
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 ...