Bengaluru’s rains, traffic and water shortage add to blues; here’s how infrastructure challenges impact property prices
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru’s rains, traffic and water shortage add to blues; here’s how infrastructure challenges impact property prices

Hindustan Times  

Availability of essential services like healthcare and schooling, easy connectivity to workplace and supply of Cauvery water: These were the top three priorities for a techie-lawyer couple in Bengaluru who booked a 3 BHK property in North Bengaluru last month. Bengaluru’s rains, traffic and water shortage add to blues: How infrastructure challenges impact property prices Meanwhile Manaal Desai, a 29-year-old entrepreneur is debating between a 3 BHK purchase on the ground floor versus first. Social infrastructure key priority Sectoral experts who spoke to HT.com agreed that due to faulty urban planning several pockets in Bengaluru get flooded during heavy monsoons and experience shortage of water supply during the drier season, especially in North and East Bengaluru. “Homebuyers often view these events as aberrations and tend to prioritise surrounding social infrastructure, schools and offices primarily, while choosing a location for their property purchase,” said Darshan Govindaraju, Director at Vaishnavi Group. “As a developer, if height is not an issue at the project, I can maybe take the podium level higher than the natural ground level, do stilt parking or one single basement stilt parking and take the apartments from a higher floor, so that even if the infrastructure around is not up to the standard the overflow from that would not come in and affect your building adversely,” Govindaraju added.

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Bengaluru’s real estate market faces strain amid IT layoffs and AI push; Reddit user asks, ‘Who’s left to buy?’
3 days, 5 hours ago

Bengaluru’s real estate market faces strain amid IT layoffs and AI push; Reddit user asks, ‘Who’s left to buy?’

Live Mint  

The real estate market in India's IT hub Bengaluru has slowed down, a Reddit user claimed, citing reasons such as layoffs, less hiring, boost of AI and ‘silent recession’. The user highlighted that the Bengaluru real estate market majorly depends on the IT industry. Additionally, the demand for real estate has been impacted by less investment by NRIs, and senior …

Bengaluru real estate market: Will it mirror Mumbai’s footsteps? Netizens weigh in
3 days, 7 hours ago

Bengaluru real estate market: Will it mirror Mumbai’s footsteps? Netizens weigh in

Hindustan Times  

As Bengaluru's property prices continue to rise, discussions on Reddit have sparked comparisons to Mumbai's real estate market’s trajectory, with many speculating whether the city will follow a similar boom-and-stabilization pattern. While some believe Bengaluru is still in a high-growth phase, others point to the city's potential price plateau, much like Mumbai’s market after years of rapid appreciation. Mumbai versus …

Bengaluru man says Rs 1.5 lakh/month not enough: 'Everything is super inflated'
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4 days, 12 hours ago

Bengaluru man says Rs 1.5 lakh/month not enough: 'Everything is super inflated'

India Today  

Earning Rs 1.5 lakh a month may seem like a dream to many, but for a Bengaluru resident on Reddit, the reality is quite different. I earn about Rs 1.5 lakh per month and have my family and an EMI to take care of in my hometown. I save up some money each month, let's say about 30-40k.” He mentioned …

Will Bengaluru Metro’s expansion make real estate markets more affordable?
6 days, 8 hours ago

Will Bengaluru Metro’s expansion make real estate markets more affordable?

Hindustan Times  

Reddit users are debating whether Bengaluru's metro expansion will make real estate more affordable. Reddit users are discussing whether Bengaluru's metro expansion will make real estate more affordable. One Redditor shared, "Bengaluru's real estate market might stagnate eventually, but for that to happen, the metro needs to expand significantly, with efficient transport, reduced traffic, and smooth roads." Conversely, we may …

Bengaluru homebuyers struggle with affordability crisis as mid-end housing launches fall by 29%, says NoBroker report
1 week, 2 days ago

Bengaluru homebuyers struggle with affordability crisis as mid-end housing launches fall by 29%, says NoBroker report

Hindustan Times  

As real estate developers increasingly focus on high-margin luxury projects, budget-conscious buyers face growing challenges to homeownership. The launch of mid-end housing projects, with properties priced between ₹40 lakh and ₹80 lakh, in Bengaluru dropped by 29% in 2024, according to a report by NoBroker. The launch of mid-end housing projects, with properties priced between ₹ 40 lakh and ₹ …

Bengaluru real estate: Will slowing NRI interest and rising property costs lead to a market correction?
1 week, 3 days ago

Bengaluru real estate: Will slowing NRI interest and rising property costs lead to a market correction?

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru’s real estate market has become a topic of discussion among Redditors, with many questioning the sustainability of the city’s property boom. A Reddit user highlighted concerns about the future of Bengaluru's real estate market, particularly from an NRI investment perspective. While these factors could slow Bengaluru’s real estate growth, the user argued that a full-fledged market crash is unlikely …

Rents are increasing faster than salaries in Bengaluru. Details here
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Rents are increasing faster than salaries in Bengaluru. Details here

India Today  

Bengaluru’s escalating rents are making housing unaffordable for many, with rent hikes exceeding salary increases, reported Business Today. The post summed up the problem: “Rents are increasing faster than salaries.” The user pointed out that a three BHK now costs nearly Rs 90,000 in prime areas, while even in Sarjapur Road and Bellandur, which are close to tech parks, rents …

We cannot change Bengaluru overnight, but we can take action now: DK Shivakumar
1 month, 2 weeks ago

We cannot change Bengaluru overnight, but we can take action now: DK Shivakumar

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar at the India Today Environment Conclave 2025, emphasised the urgent need for sustainable urban development and environmental conservation in Bengaluru. Recalling his tenure as Karnataka’s Urban Development Minister two decades ago, Shivakumar noted that Bengaluru’s population had doubled from 70 lakh to 1.4 crore. Shivakumar also underscored Bengaluru’s water crisis, revealing that 7,000 borewells …

Despite ₹65 lakh tender, rainwater harvesting plans of Namma Metro in Bengaluru remain on paper
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Despite ₹65 lakh tender, rainwater harvesting plans of Namma Metro in Bengaluru remain on paper

The Hindu  

In a city grappling with water shortage and a plummeting groundwater table, the implementation of rainwater harvesting remains a distant reality. This is true of not just residential and commercial structures, but the Namma Metro too, despite a ₹65 lakh tender floated by the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited. “Our investigation reveals that only 30 rainwater harvesting systems are currently …

Water crisis likely to be back in Bengaluru? Study finds decline in ground water level ahead of summer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Water crisis likely to be back in Bengaluru? Study finds decline in ground water level ahead of summer

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru is likely to face yet another water crisis this summer, with groundwater levels in areas such as Mahadevapura and Whitefield expected to dip significantly. As the ground water levels are likely to come down, Bengaluru is expected to see another water crisis What did the study find? In a recent scientific study conducted to evaluate the city’s water scarcity …

Expert: Bengaluru should adopt proven solutions to flooding
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Expert: Bengaluru should adopt proven solutions to flooding

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Tech hub Bengaluru has transformed into a waterlogged nightmare, with back-to-back floods in 2022, 2023, and again this year. Dr Ranga Raju, a specialist who has advised the Supreme Court and high courts on major water disputes, expressed frustration in a recent interview with The New Indian Express. Cities like New York, Washington, Tokyo, London and Hong Kong have …

Why Bengaluru's Floods Are So Severe: A Deep Dive into Urbanization and Climate Change
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Bengaluru's Floods Are So Severe: A Deep Dive into Urbanization and Climate Change

The Hindu  

Bengaluru has been hit hard by heavy rainfall this week, causing widespread flooding. The city was under a yellow alert for moderate to heavy rainfall, with lightning and thunder accompanying the heavy downpour. The high vulnerability of Bengaluru to flooding is due to several factors, including its high population density, limited green space, and high urbanisation rates. The city's infrastructure, …

Bengaluru Techie's 4-Hour Journey Home Through Heavy Traffic Sparks Outrage
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru Techie's 4-Hour Journey Home Through Heavy Traffic Sparks Outrage

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru techie faces 4-hour battle to get home through heavy traffic due to heavy rains. Sudeep P. Nambiar, a tech worker, endured a frustrating four-hour commute home, with his journey taking nearly four hours. The tweet has garnered widespread attention, with users sharing their own experiences and suggestions for dealing with Bengaluru's notorious traffic. Some users suggest working from home, …

Flooded Apartment Complex in Bengaluru: A Second Wave of Disaster
Top News
5 months ago

Flooded Apartment Complex in Bengaluru: A Second Wave of Disaster

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rain causes severe flooding in Bengaluru apartment complex, with several residents being rescued from their flooded apartments. The complex, located in Yelahanka, was among the worst affected areas, with waterlogging reported in the compound. The incident comes just a week after a similar flood caused significant damage in the area.

Mandalas Cry for Help: MNCs Considering Relocating From Bengaluru Due to Poor Infrastructure
5 months ago

Mandalas Cry for Help: MNCs Considering Relocating From Bengaluru Due to Poor Infrastructure

ABP News  

Former Infosys CFO Mohandas Pai has expressed his frustration over the poor road conditions on the Outer Ring Road (ORR) in Bengaluru. Pai called out the government for their negligence and said that MNCs are considering relocating their offices to cities outside the state due to these issues. He highlighted the lack of action taken by the authorities to address …

Heavy rain leaves parts of Bengaluru inundated
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rain leaves parts of Bengaluru inundated

The Hindu  

Following heavy rainfall on Saturday night, several areas in the city were inundated, and 15 trees and 44 tree branches came crashing down. Apartments, layouts inundated In Yelahanka, the basement of Kendriya Vihar apartments was flooded, leaving vehicles submerged in water as a 50 feet of the compound wall collapsed, causing water from Yelahanka Lake to flood the apartment premises. …

Bangalore Real Estate Boom: Sales Surge 30% in Q2 2024
6 months, 1 week ago

Bangalore Real Estate Boom: Sales Surge 30% in Q2 2024

The Hindu  

Bangalore Real Estate experienced a double-digit surge in the second quarter of 2024. The obstacles faced by Bangalore Real Estate: The Bangalore real estate market encountered numerous obstacles this year, such as water shortages and inundation. Bangalore Real Estate: Affordability Challenges Rising housing prices are affecting affordability, especially for first-time buyers. Sources in Bangalore real estate have shared their views, …

Every spell leaves Bengaluru in a flood of misery
7 months, 1 week ago

Every spell leaves Bengaluru in a flood of misery

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Every time the city receives heavy rain, roads turn into rivers, homes get flooded, underpasses become death traps, and business gets affected. Citizens and civic activists are left wondering if the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike learns any lessons at all and why it can’t take permanent measures to prevent a repeat of rain-related emergencies. Many residents, frustrated with having …

Bengaluru rains: Ordeal of residents in layouts prone to flooding continues
7 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru rains: Ordeal of residents in layouts prone to flooding continues

The Hindu  

The daily wage labourers residing at an independent house at Sri Sai Layout woke up when their shirts started to feel moist, only to see water surrounding them. Neelufar Ahmed, the owner of the house who has rented the ground floor to daily wage labourers, said at least 25-30 houses in the layout were flooded following heavy rain on Sunday …

Bengaluru weather alert: Waterlogged BTM Layout causes traffic snarls
7 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru weather alert: Waterlogged BTM Layout causes traffic snarls

Live Mint  

The BTM layout area in Bengaluru, Karnataka was heavily waterlogged, causing traffic snarls, as rainfall wreaked havoc in the city on Monday. Heavy rainfall for Karnataka The India Meteorological Department has predicted “very heavy rainfall” over many regions of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and north interior Karnataka for the coming five days till August 17. The IMD has predicted “isolated heavy …

Bengaluru Tops Indian Real Estate: Q2 2024 Sales Report
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru Tops Indian Real Estate: Q2 2024 Sales Report

The Hindu  

Bengaluru tops Indian real estate in q2 2024 on the sales and launches front. Notably, however, the total unit launches in the first half-yearly period of 29,153 units have already crossed 60 percent of the maximum unit launches recorded in a year, the report explained on Bengaluru tops Indian real estate in Q2 2024. At the same time, it was …

Bengaluru roads to be white-topped with ₹1800 crore. ‘Will last for 25 years,’ says DK Shivakumar
8 months ago

Bengaluru roads to be white-topped with ₹1800 crore. ‘Will last for 25 years,’ says DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar said that white-topping will be done at a total 157 km of roads in Bengaluru and it will make the tech capital, a pothole free city. ‘Will last for 25 years’ DK Shivakumar said, “Bengaluru roads are usually prone to potholes due to regular rains. The Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike is asked to identify …

Bengaluru top choice for non-resident Indians eyeing budget and mid-segment homes
8 months, 1 week ago

Bengaluru top choice for non-resident Indians eyeing budget and mid-segment homes

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru has held on to its status as the top choice for non-resident Indians looking to invest in India’s residential real estate market, especially those eyeing budget and mid-segment housing, data sourced from multiple consultancy firms by HT.com showed. Bengaluru holds on to its status as the top choice for non-resident Indians eyeing budget and mid-segment homes The city’s pleasant …

Bengaluru Rains: CM Siddaramaiah Inspects Flood Preparedness as Pre-Monsoon Showers Hit City
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengaluru Rains: CM Siddaramaiah Inspects Flood Preparedness as Pre-Monsoon Showers Hit City

News 18  

In an effort to shake off the tag of ‘flood city’ from Bengaluru, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar decided to take the matter into their hands and go on city rounds to assess the city’s flood preparedness. On the question of when the BBMP elections would be held, Siddaramaiah reacted, “We will think about it …

Rainy days continue in Bengaluru as villas and roads get flooded
10 months ago

Rainy days continue in Bengaluru as villas and roads get flooded

The Hindu  

Cars and bikes were damaged in a residential complex’s basement, while roads were flooded in various other parts, as Bengaluru received heavy to moderate rainfall on Saturday and Sunday. Heavy rain resulted in flooded roads in Yelahanka, Byatarayanapura, Hessarghatta Road, Hebbal, and other parts of North Bengaluru and Central Business District areas. The primary cause of water entering the apartment …

Heavy rain triggers waterlogging and traffic chaos in Bengaluru
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rain triggers waterlogging and traffic chaos in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru was thrown into disarray on Monday as heavy rainfall inundated several areas, leading to severe waterlogging and widespread traffic disruptions across the city. Some of the areas that saw slow-moving traffic due to waterlogging were Hennur Main Road, PG Halli, HQTC Bus stop, Ramamurthy Nagar Underpass and Hebbal Circle bus stop. In addition to the traffic chaos, the heavy …

Bengaluru residents rejoice city's first heavy rain; Others lament over waterlogging, traffic
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Bengaluru residents rejoice city's first heavy rain; Others lament over waterlogging, traffic

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru city was blessed with heavy bouts of rain on Friday along with thunder and lightening. The Bengaluru city traffic police department issued a waterlogging alert via social media after the city was blessed with its first heavy spell of rain in over five months. A resident also shared a video of rain water harvesting, writing, “The first collection of …

Treated water is a crisis-fix for Bengaluru, but quality matters
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Treated water is a crisis-fix for Bengaluru, but quality matters

The Hindu  

Is treated water a sure-shot fix for Bengaluru’s perennial crisis? Industries and construction firms that relied on Cauvery and tanker-supplied borewell water could have switched to this large reservoir of treated water, easing the crisis. Apartments to industries Now allowed by a recent government order to sell the excess water to industries, apartments are looking at how to channelise the …

India’s Bengaluru is fast running out of water, and a long, scorching summer still looms
1 year ago

India’s Bengaluru is fast running out of water, and a long, scorching summer still looms

Associated Press  

BENGALURU, India — Bhavani Mani Muthuvel and her family of nine have around five 20-liter buckets worth of water for the week for cooking, cleaning and household chores. A resident of Ambedkar Nagar, a low-income settlement in the shadows of the lavish headquarters of multiple global software companies in Bengaluru’s Whitefield neighborhood, Muthuvel is normally reliant on piped water, sourced …

Thirsty Bengaluru: Water scarcity amid rapid urbanisation and climate change
1 year ago

Thirsty Bengaluru: Water scarcity amid rapid urbanisation and climate change

India Today  

Bengaluru, home to over 13 million people and a global IT centre, is grappling with a critical water shortage. IN NUMBERS Total water demand: According to a report, Bengaluru requires about 2,632 million litres per day, with residential use accounting for 72 per cent, industrial use 17 per cent, commercial/institutional use eight per cent, and construction two per cent. According …

Water woes | A searing crisis in Karnataka and its IT capital, Bengaluru
1 year ago

Water woes | A searing crisis in Karnataka and its IT capital, Bengaluru

The Hindu  

The Karnataka water crisis has affected more than 7,000 villages, 1,100 wards, and 220 talukas thus far. While the water level at the Krishnaraja Sagar Dam hit a five-year low for February, the underground water table levels have also depleted, aggravating the crisis. Shivakumar, “Karnataka has not witnessed such a severe drought in the last 30-40 years.” In Bengaluru, water …

A possible solution for Bengaluru’s water crisis: Data
1 year ago

A possible solution for Bengaluru’s water crisis: Data

The Hindu  

As Bengaluru grows further outwards and faster than it can cope, water supply is one of the first casualties. Map 4 | The map shows the BWSSB water supply lines in Bengaluru. Currently, only one third of the city’s wastewater is redirected for external reuse, which means it is taken to Kolar, Chikkaballapur, and Devanahalli where it is used to …

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future
1 year ago

How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing up to battle water woes in future

Hindustan Times  

As Bengaluru is combating severe water scarcity ahead of summer, many housing communities in the IT capital are already clueless about handling the situation in peak summer. The borewells have dried up and the prices of water tankers have skyrocketed already, making things worse for the residents, especially in the east Bengaluru area. How this Bengaluru's housing community is gearing …

'Bengaluru water crisis to worsen if there is no...’: Here's how the city is dealing with half-bucket baths
1 year ago

'Bengaluru water crisis to worsen if there is no...’: Here's how the city is dealing with half-bucket baths

Live Mint  

Bengaluru water crisis has taken a toll on one of India’s bonafide metropolitan cities. Residents of the city have been left scrambling with exorbitant rates of water tankers Bengaluru water crisis has taken a toll on one of India’s bona fide metropolitan cities with a population of above 13 million. Residents of the city have been left scrambling due to …

Bengaluru water crisis grim as 3,000 borewells dried up, tankers prices skyrocket| 10 points
1 year ago

Bengaluru water crisis grim as 3,000 borewells dried up, tankers prices skyrocket| 10 points

Hindustan Times  

The water crisis in Bengaluru continues to worsen with each passing day. People stand in queues to get drinking water as areas like Whitefield, Mahadevpura and RR Nagar face drinking water shortages, in Bengaluru “For 6 months, this area has not received water from the corporation. "There will be district and Taluk level control rooms to face water crisis. The …

Govt to take over all borewells in Bengaluru to deal with water crisis
1 year ago

Govt to take over all borewells in Bengaluru to deal with water crisis

Hindustan Times  

Deputy chief minister and Bengaluru development minister, DK Shivakumar, has issued a directive to the Bengaluru Water Supply and Sewerage Board to take charge of all irrigation and commercial borewells. Bengaluru is facing a water crisis for the past week or so due to less than normal rainfall in two monsoon seasons. Bengaluru has been facing a water crisis for …

Bengaluru water crisis | The parched IT capital of India
1 year ago

Bengaluru water crisis | The parched IT capital of India

The Hindu  

Sharfunnisa, 70, a resident of Varthur in south-eastern Bengaluru, has been struggling to arrange for water for her family’s daily needs. Households in Bengaluru, dependent on water supply from the Cauvery river or water tankers, are preparing for the situation to worsen as the city stares at a severe summer. Today, the underground water table in the village has depleted …

Exploring Bengaluru's Real Estate Renaissance: Trends and Projections
1 year ago

Exploring Bengaluru's Real Estate Renaissance: Trends and Projections

News 18  

Bengaluru, often hailed as India’s Silicon Valley, has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis in its residential real estate sector over the past few decades. The advent of co-living and co-working spaces has introduced a new paradigm to Bengaluru’s residential real estate landscape, catering to the burgeoning demands of a dynamic workforce. However, amidst the euphoria surrounding Bengaluru’s residential real estate boom, …

Bengaluru will not be able to meet freshwater demand with existing resources, says report
1 year, 5 months ago

Bengaluru will not be able to meet freshwater demand with existing resources, says report

The Hindu  

As a deficit southwest monsoon has left many parts of Karnataka parched, and concern over the water situation in capital city Bengaluru hit the headlines amidst the Cauvery water sharing row, a new report on Bengaluru’s water balance shows that the total demand for freshwater is 2,632 MLD, a high quantum compared to the city’s current claims over various sources. …

Bengaluru Rains: Social Media 'Drenched' in Memes As Residents Seek Humour Amid Heavy Downpour
1 year, 5 months ago

Bengaluru Rains: Social Media 'Drenched' in Memes As Residents Seek Humour Amid Heavy Downpour

News 18  

Since the early hours of October 9, Bengaluru has been under a constant deluge of rain, leading to widespread traffic jams and flooding across the city. One mirthful user couldn’t resist commenting, “Spice Garden is back with Water Sports activities…Side jump, long jump, swimming, pulling vehicle, pushing vehicle, guessing potholes, etc.” Another humourously remarked, “It’s time to learn how to …

Drinking water crisis looming over Bengaluru but govt. says no worries till summer
1 year, 5 months ago

Drinking water crisis looming over Bengaluru but govt. says no worries till summer

The Hindu  

As Bengaluru is likely to partially shut down due to the bandh called on Tuesday to protest against the government releasing Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu, there is a dark shadow of a drinking water crisis looming over the city. Rakesh Singh, Additional Chief Secretary, Urban Development Department and Water Resources Department, said that there was sufficient water for the …

Bengaluru Rain: Waterlogging Causes Chaos, Traffic Snarls; Thundershowers Likely Till June 25
1 year, 9 months ago

Bengaluru Rain: Waterlogging Causes Chaos, Traffic Snarls; Thundershowers Likely Till June 25

News 18  

The Karnataka capital, Bengaluru, which woke up to a cloudy morning on Wednesday, is expected to see thundershowers this week, according to the weather department. According to the IMD, apart from Bengaluru Urban and Rural districts, Karnataka’s Chamarajanagara, Chikkaballapura, Chikkamagaluru, Chitradurga, Davanagere, Hassan, Kodagu, Kolar, Mysuru, Ramnagara, Shivamogga, Tumakuru and Vijayanagara districts will also receive heavy downpour. As per Bengaluru …

Bengaluru: Gold, furniture worth Rs 2.5 crore washed away after rain water enters jewellery store
1 year, 9 months ago

Bengaluru: Gold, furniture worth Rs 2.5 crore washed away after rain water enters jewellery store

India TV News  

Bengaluru: A jewellery store owner in Bengaluru has slammed the city's civic body after gold, furniture worth Rs 2.5 crore were washed away after rainwater entered their store on Sunday. The incident took place in a jewellery store located on Bengaluru's Sampige road. In another incident, fire and emergency services personnel saved a family from a car which was trapped …

In Bengaluru, landlords call the shots as techies fight for flats
1 year, 11 months ago

In Bengaluru, landlords call the shots as techies fight for flats

Hindustan Times  

Rents in India’s technology hub of Bangalore have nearly doubled since the start of last year, making it the country’s hottest residential market. The capital of Karnataka state is home to over 1.5 million workers including those for global firms like Alphabet Inc.’s Google, Amazon.com Inc., Goldman Sachs Group Inc. and Accenture Inc. That population was displaced during the pandemic, …

Bengaluru: Wall collapses after heavy rains pound city; areas waterlogged, yellow alert for next five days
2 years, 5 months ago

Bengaluru: Wall collapses after heavy rains pound city; areas waterlogged, yellow alert for next five days

India TV News  

Highlights The wall collapse incident was reported from near the Majestic It also resulted in damaging several vehicles that were parked in the area Several areas in the city witnessed waterlogging following heavy rains Bengaluru: A wall collapse incident was reported from the city as heavy rains continue to pound Bengaluru on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department issued a …

Bengaluru under water again as heavy rains trigger waterlogging, yellow alert issued
2 years, 5 months ago

Bengaluru under water again as heavy rains trigger waterlogging, yellow alert issued

India Today  

Amid the forecast of heavy rainfall in parts of Karnataka for the next few days, heavy downpours battered the IT capital, Bengaluru, on Wednesday evening, flooding several areas in the east, south and central parts of the city. According to the India Meteorological Department, a yellow alert, indicative of heavy rain, has been issued as rainfall will continue for the …

The growing peril of Bengaluru’s missing drains
2 years, 6 months ago

The growing peril of Bengaluru’s missing drains

The Hindu  

In the past 15 years, India has seen several episodes of extreme rainfall in 24 hours: Mumbai received over 900mm of rain in 2005, Chennai had over 300mm in 2015, and now Bengaluru saw over 130mm. Bengaluru had several advantages compared to many other Indian cities: a high elevation, an undulating topography, interconnected lakes, green spaces that helped soak rain, …

Rains dampen Bengaluru’s brand image and more
2 years, 6 months ago

Rains dampen Bengaluru’s brand image and more

The Hindu  

Bengaluru’s torrential rains over the last week have showered inexplicable miseries on everyone in the Mahadevapura zone. Representing companies, situated in Central Silk Board and Krishnarajapuram corridor, which employ about a million professionals, also sought Mr. Basavaraj Bommai’s attention to address the “appalling infrastructure” in the ORR region in particular and the city in general that has impacted industries in …

Bengaluru Floods: Karnataka to Seek Special Grants from Centre, Says CM; Hotel Tariffs Go Up as Demand Increases Amid Deluge
2 years, 6 months ago

Bengaluru Floods: Karnataka to Seek Special Grants from Centre, Says CM; Hotel Tariffs Go Up as Demand Increases Amid Deluge

News 18  

Bengaluru Floods: Karnataka to Seek Special Grants from Centre, Says CM Karnataka chief minister Basavaraj Bommai on Wednesday said his government will seek special grants from the central government as compensation for damages caused in rain-battered Bengaluru. PTI Bengaluru Floods: Harrowing Time for E-com Firms, Delivery Boys E-commerce companies, especially their delivery boys, had a harrowing time supplying products to …

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