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New Delhi: A recent social media post by Vikram Chopra, CEO of Cars24, has ignited controversy for its remarks on language and cultural identity. The post, shared on X (formerly Twitter), invited professionals living in Bengaluru to consider relocating to Delhi-NCR with a lighthearted comment that many found divisive. The …

Karnataka has become a hotspot for digital frauds in 2024, with a staggering ₹109.01 crore lost to scammers impersonating government officials. The figures were disclosed by Home Minister G Parameshwara during a session of the Karnataka Legislative Council on December 12. The scams, which involve criminals pretending to be representatives of agencies like the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), or even law enforcement bodies, have raised serious concerns about cybersecurity in the state.

Ride-hailing giant Uber has launched a unique service called ‘Uber Moto Women’ in Bengaluru, designed exclusively for women riders and drivers. This new service aims to provide a safe, affordable, and convenient commute option while addressing women’s safety and mobility concerns, as well as offering flexible earning opportunities for female drivers.

Air India has announced its plan to establish a Basic Maintenance Training Organisation (BMTO) in Bengaluru to address the growing demand for skilled aircraft maintenance engineers as the airline expands its fleet. The BMTO will offer a 2+2-year Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) programme, certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu recently caused a stir on social media with his remarks about the importance of learning Kannada for those who consider Bengaluru their home. Vembu’s comment came in response to a post on X (formerly Twitter) that showed two men wearing T-shirts with “Hindi National Language” written on them. The caption read, “Perfect T-shirt for Bangalore trip,” which seemed to imply that Hindi was the primary language in the city.

In a clever marketing move, a coconut vendor in Bengaluru has gained attention with a viral advertisement highlighting the price difference between local coconut prices and those on quick commerce apps like Zepto, Blinkit, and BigBasket. The vendor's poster claims that while these apps charge customers between ₹70 and ₹80 for a single coconut, shoppers can buy it at the local shop for just ₹55.

An Ola scooter was engulfed in flames outside the company's showroom in Bengaluru, igniting a wave of social media commentary and trolling. The incident occurred in the BTM Layout area, near Jayadev Hospital, and was captured on video, which quickly went viral after being shared by Congress spokesperson Lavanya Ballal Jain on the platform X (formerly Twitter).

In a troubling incident highlighting privacy concerns, a Bengaluru woman has accused her ex-boyfriend of tracking her movements through a food delivery app following the end of their relationship. The story, shared by Rupal Madhup on LinkedIn, reveals how the woman’s ex-boyfriend, who works for the delivery platform, allegedly flagged her account, granting him access to her real-time delivery addresses.

Bengaluru’s Phoenix Mall of Asia in Yelahanka was heavily waterlogged following intense thunderstorms that hit the city on Tuesday. Social media visuals captured the extent of the flooding, showing that the mall’s entire parking area and entrance were submerged, making it difficult for customers to access the facility.

Chevron, a global leader in energy solutions, has unveiled a major investment plan for Karnataka, pledging ₹8,300 crore to establish its Engineering and Innovation Centre of Excellence (ENGINE) in Bengaluru. This move is set to significantly boost the state’s engineering and technology sector.