Saudi Arabia’s economy, which heavily depends on its oil reserves and natural gas, has taken a significant step forward with the recent discovery of lithium deposits in its coastal oil fields. This discovery marks a new chapter in diversifying the kingdom’s economy and strengthening its resource base. Pilot Project for Lithium ExtractionSaudi Arabia’s state-owned petroleum…
Bengaluru: To manage the surge in passenger traffic during the Kumbh Mela, South Western Railway has announced a special one-way express train (Train No. 06215) from Mysuru to Prayagraj Junction. The special Kumbh Express will depart from Mysuru on Monday, December 23, 2024, at 12:30 AM and is scheduled to arrive at Prayagraj Junction on…
Bengaluru: The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) has issued a notice to One8 Commune, a bar and restaurant co-owned by cricket star Virat Kohli, near the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The establishment is accused of violating fire safety regulations by operating without necessary approvals, including a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and fire department clearance. The notice…
New Traffic Rules on Bengaluru-Mysuru ExpresswayIn light of the Kannada Sahitya Sammelana taking place in Mandya from December 20 to 23, temporary changes have been implemented on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway for three days. These changes are aimed at facilitating the movement of visitors and the general public. The new traffic routes have been announced under…
Bengaluru: The South Western Railway (SWR) has announced that train services between Bengaluru and Mysuru are expected to be delayed for a few days due to ongoing maintenance work. Maintenance activities between Kranthiveera Sangolli Rayanna (SMVT) Station and Kengeri will cause some trains to run up to 90 minutes behind schedule. Details of Delayed Trains:The…
Bengaluru: Snehamayi Krishna, who filed a complaint against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah regarding the MUDA scam, has reportedly gone missing. A few days ago, Snehamayi Krishna had accused the secretary of the Chamundi Hill Development Authority of saree theft. However, it has now come to light that she has been missing for the past three days….
Bengaluru: Residents of the state are likely to face a sharp rise in electricity tariffs soon, as power supply companies have requested the government to increase the per-unit electricity charges. All power distribution companies in the state, including BESCOM, have submitted proposals to the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) to revise electricity tariffs for the…
Tumakuru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah laid the foundation stone on Monday for constructing an international cricket stadium near P. Gollahalli in Kor hobli of Tumakuru taluk. The stadium, set to be built over 41 acres at an estimated cost of ₹150 crore, is expected to be completed within two years. The land has already been handed…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has upheld Rajasthan’s rule disqualifying candidates with more than two children from government jobs. This ruling directly impacts individuals applying for government positions and serves as a significant step in promoting family planning policies. Jurisdictional Authority: The Supreme Court supported the Rajasthan High Court’s earlier judgment, stating that the rule…
Bengaluru:The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman, S. Somanath, announced on November 22 that India is eager and capable of exploring and investing in the field of microgravity. Speaking at the Defence Conclave 2024, Somanath highlighted the growing interest in medical research related to space and microgravity environments. Microgravity research studies how objects behave in…
