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Anushka Sharma’s adorable picture kissing Virat Kohli, after Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL win, is everything

Anushka Sharma’s adorable picture kissing Virat Kohli, after Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL win, is everything

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Special achievements, special gestures! Cricketer Virat Kohli and his team of Royal Challengers Bengaluru gave the fans a reason to party on Sunday, when they lifted the Indian Premiere League (IPL) cup for the second time. That too, in a row after winning it in 2025 as well. Anushka Sharma’s latest post on Instagram. And Monday afternoon brought with it a special shoutout for Virat and team, from his better half. Actor Anushka Sharma shared an adorable picture of her holding the trophy along with Virat, and kissing him on the forehead as he smiles. Check out the moment here: No words were needed post this to express her joy, hence the caption only consisted of the victory sign, along with a heart and folded hands emoji. The picture had crossed a million likes within 30 minutes of it being posted on Instagram. Earlier, right after the finale match of RCB against Gujarat Titans, Anushka had shared a picture of Virat celebrating while wearing a T-shirt with the slogan ‘Once felt nice, we did it …

Recipe for a Raw Mango Gimlet from Bengaluru’s Bar Doubble

Recipe for a Raw Mango Gimlet from Bengaluru’s Bar Doubble

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RECIPE FOR BAR DOUBBLE’S AAM-AZING GIMLET Ingredients 30 ml raw mango and ginger oleo saccharum15 ml fresh lime juice 60 ml gin (Hapusa Gin) Salted raw mango ribbon, to garnish For the saccharum:200 g grated raw mango200 grams castor sugar15 grams diced ginger  Method To make the raw mango and ginger oleo saccharum: take a ziplock or a vacuum seal bag, add the raw mango, castor sugar and diced ginger. Vacuum seal the bag and let it sit at room temperature for about 36 hours, the sugar will extract the flavour of the raw mango and ginger to create a saccharum.Strain out the mix, bottle.Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice, shake.Fine strain into a chilled coupe glass, garnish with the raw mango ribbon on a skewer. History on the Rocks is a series in partnership with Smitha Menon. Join us as we explore the stories behind our favourite cocktails and how they traveled to us. Each history lesson is followed by a cocktail recipe from some of the country’s top bartenders. ALSO ON GOYA …

Know Your City: From elephant dung trains to Rs 8,000 mini cars, inside Bengaluru’s most passionate hobby club | Bangalore News

Know Your City: From elephant dung trains to Rs 8,000 mini cars, inside Bengaluru’s most passionate hobby club | Bangalore News

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3 min readBengaluruApr 8, 2026 07:47 PM IST For most people, cars, planes, and trains are simply modes of transport. For the members of Bengaluru’s Beantown Model Collectors Association, they are objects of high-precision obsession. Founded in 2017 by three friends, the association has grown into a diverse community of 29 members, ranging from 18-year-old students to enthusiasts in their 60s. Their collection spans everything from cars and bikes to aircraft, ships, and architectural structures. The hobby is defined by the “scale,” which dictates the model’s size and detail. “We collect models ranging from 1/64 scale to 1/12 scale; the latter can result in a car model nearly two feet long,” says association president Aditya Menon. In the world of model collecting, detail is directly proportional to investment. While a basic 1/64 ‘Hot Wheels’ style car might cost Rs 190, a high-end collector’s version of the same size, featuring opening doors, a detailed engine bay, and underbody accuracy, can fetch between Rs 7,000 and Rs 8,000. Menon’s passion was sparked by a lifelong love for …

Canadian man who helped fix Bengaluru’s footpaths with viral videos moves to Mizoram: ‘Farewell, Bengaluru’

Canadian man who helped fix Bengaluru’s footpaths with viral videos moves to Mizoram: ‘Farewell, Bengaluru’

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Caleb Friesen, the Canadian vlogger whose viral videos prompted Bengaluru authorities to fix some of the city’s crumbling footpaths, is moving to Mizoram. His viral “before and after” videos became a catalyst for urban reform in several neighbourhoods, earning him a reputation as a local hero. Friesen is now trading India’s Silicon Valley for the community-driven culture of Aizawl, citing a desire for his children to “grow up in a place that is equitable”. The Canadian man who relocated to Mizoram from Bengaluru. (Instagram/@caleb_friesen) “Farewell, Bengaluru. After 6.5 years I’m finally saying goodbye to one of my favourite cities in India. Why? Well, having kids changed my perspective on life a bit. I want them to grow up in a place that is equitable. Where people respect each other and are patient with one another. I do feel that you can find many pockets of this behaviour in Bengaluru, but it’s not as ubiquitous in Bengaluru as it is in Aizawl,” Friesen wrote in an Instagram post. Also Read: ₹15,000 a month on pet dog, …

Know Your City: From Padminis to pre-war classics, Bengaluru’s vintage car enthusiasts keep automotive nostalgia alive | Bangalore News

Know Your City: From Padminis to pre-war classics, Bengaluru’s vintage car enthusiasts keep automotive nostalgia alive | Bangalore News

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3 min readMar 25, 2026 11:49 AM IST Rare is the Bangalorean who does not have some nostalgia for the cars of their childhood, from Padminis and Ambassadors to even the Maruti 800. Automobile lovers of all ages have taken this nostalgia a step further, restoring and driving the cars of yesterday, going back even beyond World War II. Most vintage car enthusiasts in the city are members of the Karnataka Vintage and Classic Car Club – one of the older Indian clubs of its kind, dating back to 1979. According to club secretary and former IAS officer T R Raghunandan, the club has just over 300 members and conducts several events a year, ranging from car displays to promote good causes to outstation drives. While one might expect this hobby to attract only older people, Raghunandan says it attracts people across age groups. “Enthusiasts are enthusiasts. Our oldest member is a founding member at 92, while the youngest member is 18. The average age is around 60, which is an issue of concern in …

Man Arrested For Killing Live-In Partner In Bengaluru’s Varthur | Bengaluru-news News

Man Arrested For Killing Live-In Partner In Bengaluru’s Varthur | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:March 14, 2026, 11:44 IST The couple had been living together for the past few months in the Varthur area. Ayyappa was working as a supervisor at a dry fruits shop. The victim has been identified as Ranjitha (23), while the accused, Ayyappa, has been arrested by the police. Both are natives of Kodagu. A 23-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her live-in partner in Bengaluru’s Varthur area, with the incident coming to light two days after it occurred. The victim has been identified as Ranjitha (23), while the accused, Ayyappa, has been arrested by the police. Both are natives of Kodagu. According to police, Ayyappa had earlier separated from his wife following frequent disputes. A few years later, he fell in love with Ranjitha from the same village. Despite belonging to different castes, Ayyappa reportedly convinced her family that he would marry her and brought her to Bengaluru. The couple had been living together for the past few months in the Varthur area. Ayyappa was working as a supervisor at a dry fruits …

UGC Declares Bengaluru’s Global Human Peace University Fake, Calls Degrees Legally Invalid | India News

UGC Declares Bengaluru’s Global Human Peace University Fake, Calls Degrees Legally Invalid | India News

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Last Updated:February 27, 2026, 14:15 IST UGC officials warned that enrolling in such unrecognised institutions could severely harm students’ academic and professional prospects. According to the commission, the institution has been granting degrees and diplomas in violation of existing laws. (Image: Canva/Representational) The University Grants Commission has formally declared Bengaluru-based Global Human Peace University a fake institution, warning students and parents not to seek admission there. The regulator stated that the university lacks the required recognition and that any degrees or diplomas issued by it are invalid for higher education or government employment. In an official circular, the UGC clarified that the institution is not recognised under Section 2(f) or Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. It also does not have approval from the All India Council for Technical Education or any other statutory authority. As a result, it is not legally authorised to award degrees. Global Human Peace University is located at #1035, 4th Block, near Golden Heights on Dr Rajkumar Road in Rajajinagar, Bengaluru. According to the commission, the institution has been …

Race Course Shift To Kunigal: What Happens To Bengaluru’s 83-Acre Green Space? | Bengaluru-news News

Race Course Shift To Kunigal: What Happens To Bengaluru’s 83-Acre Green Space? | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 13, 2026, 12:25 IST The Bangalore Turf Club was formally established in 1920, and the race course evolved into one of India’s prominent racing venues. The Cabinet has approved leasing 110 acres and 20 guntas at the Kunigal Stud Farm to the turf club. Image: X In the middle of Bengaluru’s dense urban grid, the green stretch along Race Course Road has long stood as a reminder of another era. For over a century, the Bengaluru Turf Club grounds have hosted horse racing seasons, elite gatherings and one of the city’s most enduring sporting traditions. That landscape is now set to change. On February 12, 2026, the Karnataka Cabinet approved the relocation of the Bengaluru Turf Club (BTC) to the historic Kunigal Stud Farm in Tumakuru district, ending years of uncertainty over the future of the High Grounds race course. A Racing Legacy Rooted in the Colonial Era Horse racing in Bengaluru dates back to the late 1800s during the British cantonment period. The Bangalore Turf Club was formally established in 1920, and …

RCB given Karnataka state government nod to play IPL 2026 matches at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium | Cricket News

RCB given Karnataka state government nod to play IPL 2026 matches at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium | Cricket News

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3 min readUpdated: Feb 13, 2026 11:42 AM IST The Karnataka state government has cleared the way for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to play their home matches in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) at the city’s Chinnaswamy Stadium. It remains to be seen whether the franchise does choose to return to the ground, with RCB seeking out alternative venues. The Chinnaswamy Stadium was declared unsafe in the wake of a stampede that occured during RCB’s victory parade which claimed 11 lives. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar  said that the cabinet has decided to permit the conduct of matches at the venue while implementing the recommendations of a one-man judicial commission that was formed in the days following the stampede. “Good News for Cricket Lovers of Bengaluru & Karnataka. In the interest of the sport and its fans, the Cabinet today has taken an important decision to permit the conduct of IPL matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium, while keeping public safety paramount. The recommendations of the Justice John Michael D’Cunha Report will be implemented, …

Bengaluru’s 5-Year Construction Rule May Hit 68,000 Vacant BDA Plots With New Fines | Bengaluru-news News

Bengaluru’s 5-Year Construction Rule May Hit 68,000 Vacant BDA Plots With New Fines | Bengaluru-news News

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Last Updated:February 04, 2026, 18:23 IST The BDA had earlier planned to revise penalties by 10%, in line with guideline rates but due to low compliance, officials are now considering a slab-based penalty system Authorities state that vacant plots often create inconvenience for neighbouring residents and affect planned urban development (Image: Canva) If you own a BDA plot in Bengaluru and have been holding on to it without building a house, you may soon have to rethink your plans. The Bangalore Development Authority is considering revising penalty charges for vacant residential sites, a move that could impact tens of thousands of plot owners across the city. With more than 68,000 sites lying unused in multiple BDA layouts, authorities are now weighing stricter slab-based fines aimed at discouraging long-term land banking and encouraging timely construction. Until now, site owners were required to pay a penalty if they failed to construct a house within the permitted timeframe. However, many allottees have reportedly not paid the existing fines. In response to public demands, BDA officials are discussing a …