Tree Branch  

Tree branches are being cut and bat colonies destroyed fearing transmission of novel coronavirus, even though scientists have claimed that bats cannot transmit the virus to humans. They say the virus needs a medium like pangolin and civet cats and other animals to be the carriers. Taking these points into consideration, Karnataka Forest Department has appealed to the public urging them not to believe in such rumours of bats spreading virus to humans.
 

BBMP's shoddy work in filling up potholes lies exposed through Asianet Newsable's reality check. A fixed pothole on Mother Teresa Road in Richmond Town caved in within 24 hours of repair. On the same stretch, another repaired pothole was dug up, filled with stones and tree branches used to cover it up.

To ensure the safety of visitors attending the Lalbagh flower show this August, authorities have taken steps to prevent bee attacks and other mishaps like collapse of structures and tree branches, which have occurred in the past. From deploying additional security personnel to installing more CCTV cameras to cordoning off danger zones, authorities have promised to leave no stone unturned.

Manoj, the deceased, had moved to Bengaluru from Andhra Pradesh with his family about a fortnight ago. On Friday afternoon, Manoj was in the premises of Falcon Towers on MG Road where his parents had found work, when a dry branch fell on him and crushed him

Man dies after heavy rainfall