With its herbal cleaners, insect repellants, pet products, and more, Bengaluru-based Herbal Strategi advocates a clean and natural life without the use of chemicals. The journey began when serial entrepreneur John Thomas was in search of a new adventure. That’s when he developed a serious respiratory infection, which the doctors suspected was caused by the … Read more
Some time ago, the Herbal Park in Sector 3, behind the Sai Baba temple, was inaugurated with much fanfare by MLA Satish Reddy himself. However, the initial enthusiasm waned over time, and the tussle between who will take control of it led to its current dismal state where weeds have grown and it’s unwalkable at … Read more
It’s that time of the year when Kaikondrahalli Lake on Sarjapur Road comes alive. Mark your calendar. Tomorrow, the 17th of February, will witness Kere Habba 2019 between 6am and 6pm. The lake that is home to a kalyani tank, kalyani gazebo and bridge gazebo will play host to a food court, retail stalls (santhe), … Read more
FRIDAY EVENT The Comedy Fiesta Friday, 8pm English, Hindi 1hr 20mins Sector 7 Cafe, 1136, 17th Cross Road, Muneswara Nagar, Sector 7, HSR Layout ₹150 An open mic show where comedians will try some of their new material for the very first time so come and be part of their journey and witness their material … Read more
Recently, the state government announced that they are setting up a scrapyard in Yelahanka to dismantle old and abandoned vehicles. While we are not sure when that proposal will reach the execution stage, here is what happens to seized and abandoned vehicles that you see around police stations in the neighbourhood. The Bangalore Political Action … Read more
We are mighty impressed with some of the demands made by HSR resident activist Kavitha Reddy to the BBMP Commissioner for the forthcoming budget. If these suggestions are implemented, much of the garbage situation can be bettered. After much consultation with experts and regular citizens, Kavitha has formulated a list of demands for the BBMP … Read more
In a curious case, here is a story of a cab driver allegedly hitting a 36-year-old passenger for not letting him do his job at the appointed time. According to the police complaint, Sharad Agarwal called for a rental cab service to pick him up from a restaurant at 9th Main, 13th Cross, Sector 6. … Read more
Despite some efforts made by the traffic police, Iblur junction continues to be dangerous to riders and pedestrians alike. In January, a pedestrian died when a water tanker ran over him while he was crossing the road. While a skywalk is yet to be budgeted and sanctioned, there is another death at this junction of … Read more
On February 9, volunteers gathered to remove a blackspot on Outer Ring Road. It was earlier a place for the secondary collection point that is since moved to under the BDA flyover. It was also a place where lorries parked and the drivers dirtied the place. And it is still a place where sewage flows … Read more
Hangover and Botellon, the two pubs that were shutdown are showing all signs of re-opening, much against the wishes of the residents. Will the authorities act again remains to be seen?
