23-year-old YouTuber Vikas Gowda was arrested for allegedly trespassing and creating a disturbance at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport. He entered the airport with a valid ticket but didn't board the flight, instead wandering around and later claiming to have spent over 24 hours there in a video. Investigations revealed he stayed for around six hours.
Karnataka Apr 18, 2024, 9:35 AM IST
BMTC introduces a Karnataka tour package starting March 8th, exploring Chikkaballapur's cultural and spiritual sites, including Isha Foundation. Priced at 500 rupees per seat, the tour features visits to temples and museums, promising a fulfilling experience accessible to all. Departures from Kempegowda bus stand on public holidays.
Karnataka Mar 5, 2024, 3:40 PM IST
Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) introduces additional morning rush hour services between Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station and Garudacharpalya, operating from 8:45 am to 10:20 am on weekdays. Trains will run every three minutes, benefiting passengers heading towards Trinity, Indiranagar, Benniganahalli, and KR Puram. Service starts at 5:00 am daily, excluding Sundays.
Karnataka Feb 23, 2024, 1:21 PM IST
In a significant bust at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), officials from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) in Bengaluru arrested a Venezuelan national and seized cocaine worth Rs. 9 crore. The accused, who arrived in Bengaluru on an Emirates flight from Dubai on February 9, was apprehended by DRI officials upon suspicion.
Karnataka Feb 18, 2024, 12:10 PM IST
RCB inaugurated a new Bar & Café at Bengaluru International Airport Terminal 2. The café features portraits of players like Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, and Faf du Plessis. Prominent figures attended the ceremony, including Hina Nagarajan, Venkat Vardhan, and Hari Marar. Operations start next week, aiming to enhance business with the airport's 37M yearly footfall.
CRICKET Feb 13, 2024, 12:15 PM IST
A video of Yelenahalli Lake encroachment in Bengaluru has gone viral, revealing deliberate actions by real estate developers. Despite public outcry, authorities remain silent, raising suspicions. Concerned citizens demand urgent action to save the historic lake and hold those responsible accountable. Similar cases of lake encroachment in Bengaluru highlight a systemic issue of exploiting natural resources for real estate, with the alleged involvement of officials.
Karnataka Feb 5, 2024, 5:37 PM IST
Renowned sculptor Arun Yogiraj, creator of the iconic Ram Lalla idol at Ayodhya's Ram temple, received a warm welcome at Bengaluru Airport. Greeted by cheering supporters, he reunited with his family amid a media frenzy. Yogiraj, one of three sculptors chosen for the Ayodhya Ram Mandir idols, successfully navigated the jubilant crowd. The other artisans are Ganesh Bhat from Karnataka and Satyanarayan Pandey from Rajasthan.
India News Jan 25, 2024, 10:03 AM IST
Residents of Kempegouda Layout, Bengaluru, face a water crisis as overflowing lake water threatens housing stability. Areas near Kannalli and Sulikere Lakes, especially Block 1L Sector and Block 2A, B, and H Sectors, are affected. Loose soil worsens the situation. Developers propose sheet metalling technology, but progress is slow. The BDA invested ₹60 crore in infrastructure, and without a solution, reallocating plots may incur additional costs.
Karnataka Jan 24, 2024, 11:39 AM IST
Mohammad Zaid, a 28-year-old businessman from Tumkur, faces a three-month ordeal as his luggage worth Rs 1.5 lakh remains missing since returning from Saudi Arabia on a Saudia Airlines flight to Kempegowda International Airport. Despite multiple complaints, the baggage, containing valuables for a family wedding, is yet to be found, causing distress and impacting Zaid's personal and familial experiences.
Karnataka Jan 17, 2024, 9:42 AM IST
On an early Tuesday Mumbai-Bengaluru SpiceJet flight, a male passenger found himself trapped inside a toilet for nearly 100 minutes due to a reported malfunction of the door lock.
Karnataka Jan 17, 2024, 9:39 AM IST
Nethra, a 27-year-old cab company employee at Kempegowda Airport, has been missing for four days, alarming her family. Last heard from on Dec 29, she vanished after her night shift. Despite inquiries, her whereabouts remain unknown. This incident adds to a string of missing persons cases at the airport, raising concerns.
India News Jan 4, 2024, 12:05 PM IST
Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport earns third place globally for operational excellence, per Sirium's report. Indian airports in Hyderabad and Kolkata also shine in the top 10, emphasizing the nation's aviation prowess. IndiGo secures 8th position among low-cost airlines. The evaluation's rigorous standards highlight even minor delays in assessing punctuality.
India News Jan 3, 2024, 9:53 AM IST
Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru's Terminal 2 clinches UNESCO's 'World’s Most Beautiful Airports' and the 'World Special Prize for an Interior 2023' at the prestigious Prix Versailles. This recognition positions BLR Airport uniquely, celebrating its innovative design, sustainable ethos, and reflection of local heritage. T2, acclaimed for its blend of technology and artistry, aims to offer an unforgettable journey, accommodating 25M passengers annually, highlighting environmental responsibility and passenger-centric experiences.
India News Dec 21, 2023, 4:31 PM IST
Anger spilled over from furious passengers of a Spicejet flight from Bengaluru to Mumbai at the Kempegowda International Airport on Wednesday after their flight got delayed by 14.5 hours due to twin reasons - non-availability of critical equipment required for the flight to fly and the shift hours of the crew getting over.
India News Dec 7, 2023, 9:26 AM IST
The 'Unboxing Bengaluru Festival' launches with Deputy CM Shivakumar initiating the Kempegowda bullock cart procession. Celebrating Bangalore's heritage, the event aims for inclusive participation. Plans include continuing bullock cart processions and ward-level festivals. Lantana elephants outside Vidhana Soudha tease a forthcoming exhibition on human-animal coexistence across Bengaluru from Jan 15 to Feb 15, 2024.
Karnataka Dec 1, 2023, 1:55 PM IST