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Bengaluru: In the past two months, a quiet corner of Cubbon Park has transformed into one of Bengaluru’s most sought-after weekend hangouts. Youngsters are lining up for hours to rent bicycles — many returning disappointed — after social media reels showcasing leisurely rides through the park went viral.The cycling activity itself is not new. The Bengaluru Cycle Trails initiative operated inside the park near the Hudson Circle gate since 2019 as a collaboration between the tourism department, horticulture department and the Namma Nimma Cycle Foundation. However, recent online buzz has dramatically amplified interest.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s…

Global universities ranked in the top 500 can now establish full-fledged campuses in India. Image: Shinod Akkaraparambil K K RamachandranIndia stands today at an exciting moment in its education history. Forty million students are enrolled in higher education, and by 2035 that number will rise to 70 million, a population larger than that of many European countries. With this surge in learners and aspirations, India is no longer just expanding education; it is redefining the future of learning for the world’s largest youth population.The University Grants Commission’s (UGC) new regulations allow the world’s best universities to set up campuses in…

Ahmedabad: An analysis of a sample of digital financial fraud complaints reported to 1930 — the national cybercrime helpline — and the subsequent FIRs across India shows that 55% of the cases involved losses ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 10 lakh, according to a report released recently at IIM Ahmedabad (IIM-A). Overall, 74% of the incidents recorded losses of up to Rs 10 lakh. Among the most frequently registered offences, impersonation scams accounted for 27.5% of FIRs, followed by part-time job scams at 18% and investment scams at 16%. Together, these categories made up more than 60% of…

Prayagraj: A five-day farmers’ conference was organised in the Ganga Pandal in Sector 5 of the Magh Mela area began on Thursday. Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807 Gone Missing And MoreDeputy director of agriculture Pawan Vishwakarma said the main objective of the event is to provide farmers with information about new technologies related to agriculture and govt schemes. Over 10,000 farmers are participating in this event. Stalls from approximately 29 departments, including agriculture, animal husbandry, agricultural cooperatives, PCDCF, defence, horticulture and fisheries, were set up at the mela. The govt is working with the priority of…

Bhubaneswar: A week after his engagement, a 27-year-old constable in Nayagarh district allegedly shot himself using his service pistol early on Thursday. Before taking his own life, he transferred Rs 9 lakh to his fiancée’s account, police said.The deceased was identified as Sunil Sethi. He joined Odisha police as an Armed Police Reserve (APR) constable in 2023. Police officers said Sethi had been under severe stress as his family opposed his marriage.Police said Sethi had recently taken a Rs 9 lakh bank loan to fund his wedding, scheduled for next month. “Before ending his life, he sent several emotional messages…

Imphal: The formation of a popular govt in Manipur under the leadership of new chief minister Yumnam Khemchand has raised cautious hopes among the public, even as the enormity of the challenges before his govt remains stark.After months of political uncertainty and prolonged violence linked to the Manipur crisis, public expectations are high that the new govt, under Khemchand’s leadership, will prioritise peace, rehabilitation, and reconciliation in a state scarred by nearly three years of ethnic conflict.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807 Gone Missing And MoreMany viewed the biggest challenge for the Khemchand-led govt will be to…

Pic: DHF officials in LakkundiGadag: Lakkundi heritage site is now attracting foreign attention. The Italy- and Greece-based Deccan Heritage Foundation (DHF), a non-profit organisation having its office in Bengaluru, has come forward to develop the open museum. It will also publish a coffee table book on the historical places of Lakkundi, Dambal, and Gadag, in English and Kannada, by mid-March. Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807 Gone Missing And MoreSharanu Gogeri, commissioner of Lakkundi Heritage Area Development Authority, Gadag, told TOI that the state govt purchased three acres to set up an open museum in Lakkundi. “Now…

Jhansi: The Indian Army formation at Babina held a meeting with officials of the district administration and police department along with the officials from the forest, excise and mining Departments with an aim to enhance synergy and coordination among all stakeholders to ensure security and safety at Babina station and the Babina field firing range.Various protocols and schedules for joint operations were discussed and finalised. Initiatives to protect lives and property from grievous harm and damage due to pilferage and mishandling of unexploded munitions in the range area were also debated.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807 Gone…

Mangaluru: Residents are gearing up to protest Friday after the only public playground in Krishna Nagar, Bondel, Marakada village, Mangaluru, was allotted to health department. They said the 60-cent ground has been used for cultural, social and community activities for 30 years. They want it retained as a playground, and the land record changed at the earliest.At a press conference Thursday, Sarvajanika Maidana Horata Samiti president Srinivas Salian said the land continues to be recorded in the RTC as property of Dakshina Kannada district health department. Several representations were made when the land was earmarked for a health centre, but…

Madikeri: A ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat–Swasth Bharat’ (drug-free India–healthy India) awareness drive, along with the organ donation campaign, will be held in Madikeri on Feb 7.The drive is hosted by the Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) in collaboration with the Kodagu district administration, Rajiv Gandhi University of health sciences, Kodagu ZP, district health and family welfare department, police department, narcotics control bureau, and Disha Bhod foundation.Expressway Propylene Gas Crisis, New Labour Codes, Delhi’s 807 Gone Missing And MoreKIMS director Dr AJ Lokesh told reporters that the awareness rally will begin at 7am from Gandhi Maidan and reach General KS Thimmaiah…