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The article reports a significant increase in stroke cases among young adults in Bengaluru over the past five years, attributed to lifestyle factors such as stress, sedentary habits, smoking, and health conditions like hypertension and diabetes. Doctors emphasize the importance of regular health screenings and lifestyle changes to prevent strokes, especially in urban settings.
A tragic crowd crush at a Bengaluru cricket stadium during RCB's IPL victory celebration resulted in 11 deaths, leading to the arrest of four individuals including RCB personnel and event organizers, with more arrests expected as investigations continue. The incident has prompted suspensions of police officials, legal actions against involved parties, and criticism from cricket figures about the event's management.
At least 11 people were killed and dozens injured in a crowd crush outside Bengaluru's M. Chinnaswamy Stadium during celebrations for Royal Challengers Bengaluru's first IPL title, after a hastily canceled victory parade led to a stampede at the gates.
Eleven people died and dozens were injured in a stampede outside a Bengaluru cricket stadium during a victory parade celebrating IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with authorities unprepared for the large crowd, leading to a tragic loss of life.
Eleven people died and many were injured during a stampede-like situation at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru while celebrating RCB's IPL victory, prompting an inquiry and raising concerns over crowd management and safety measures.
During Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL title celebration, a stampede near the M Chinnaswamy Stadium resulted in 11 deaths and over 50 injuries, with BCCI acknowledging lapses in event planning and safety measures. The incident highlights the dangers of large crowds and the importance of proper security protocols during such celebrations.
Bengaluru, India is facing a severe water crisis as groundwater levels are rapidly depleting, leading to exorbitant costs for water and a dwindling supply, particularly in low-income areas. The city's infrastructure for fresh water supply is struggling to keep up with its rapidly growing population, exacerbated by reduced rainfall and human-caused climate change. Emergency measures are being implemented, but experts fear the situation will worsen in the upcoming scorching summer months. Solutions such as replenishing lakes, rainwater harvesting, and increasing green cover are proposed to address the city's water problem.
17-year-old Sia Godika from Bengaluru wins the $400,000 Breakthrough Junior Challenge 2023 international science-video competition with a video titled “Yamanaka Factors”, showcasing Nobel winner Shinya Yamanaka’s induced pluripotent stem cell technology. Her prize includes a $250,000 college scholarship, with her science teacher and school also receiving awards. Inspired by her grandparents' health issues, Sia aims to contribute to research in reversing cellular aging to prevent diseases.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced at the inauguration of Boeing's engineering center in Bengaluru that it won't be long before Boeing designs and manufactures aircraft in India, emphasizing the need to build an aircraft manufacturing ecosystem in the country. The Boeing India Engineering & Technology Center (BIETC) in Bengaluru, the company's largest facility outside of the United States, will focus on research and development. Boeing has seen increased interest in its jets in India, with the country's aviation market growing rapidly, and recently received orders for 150 737 MAX jets from an Indian carrier.
During the inauguration of Boeing India Engineering & Tech Center in Bengaluru, PM Modi praised Bengaluru's role in linking India's tech potential to global demand and lauded the new campus's potential to strengthen the global aviation sector. He also joked with Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah as the crowd chanted "Modi, Modi," saying "Mukhyamantri Ji aisa hota rehta hai." The event also saw the launch of the Boeing Sukanya Program aimed at supporting more girls' entry into the aviation sector.
Bengaluru CEO Suchana Seth is arrested after police uncover shocking details surrounding the tragic death of her 4-year-old son, shedding light on a tumultuous relationship with her husband and a bitter custody battle, with police suspecting a disturbing motive behind the child's demise, adding a sinister layer to the ongoing investigation and raising questions about the events leading to this heartbreaking incident.
The CEO of a Bengaluru-based AI company, Suchana Seth, was arrested by Goa Police for allegedly murdering her four-year-old son at a service apartment in Goa. She had checked in with her son on Sunday and left for Bengaluru the next morning after committing the crime. The police suspect an "estranged relationship" with her husband as a motive for the murder. The woman was arrested in Karnataka, and the Goa Police team is expected to bring her back to Goa.
Dengue cases in Bengaluru have not shown a significant decrease, with 10% to 20% of patients, including children and adults, requiring hospitalization. The primary focus of treatment is now fluid replacement, as fluid loss is the main cause of complications. ICU admissions are limited, and obese children are at a higher risk. The BBMP has implemented a schedule to carry out source reduction activities in all types of localities to combat the spread of dengue.
U.S. chipmaker Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) plans to invest approximately $400 million in India over the next five years, with the aim of establishing its largest design center in Bengaluru. The company will open a new design center campus by the end of this year and create 3,000 engineering roles within five years. This move comes as the Indian government seeks to attract investments in the country's chip sector and establish itself as a chipmaking hub. AMD's chips are used in a wide range of devices, and the company is also developing an artificial intelligence chip to compete with Nvidia.