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Cycling enthusiast Sudarshan, fondly called Sudu, believes a ride together can turn strangers into friends, andfriends into family.

Bengaluru: A four-year-old racehorse was euthanised after suffering a fractured left foreleg during the Bangalore Summer Derby at Bangalore Turf Club (BTC) last Sunday. According to the club’s incident report, the horse was “humanely euthanised”.

Growing up in Mbabane, the capital of Eswatini (previously known as Swaziland), Lungelo Nxumalo was used to a slow-paced life, surrounded by mountains and close-knit communities. His hometown, and Bengaluru, with its traffic, huge population, and fast life, are worlds apart, says the undergraduate student at Gitam (Deemed to be University).

Austin Ajit has learnt more from nature than from textbooks. Treading softly in the wild alongside experts has broadened his interests beyond birdwatching into insect life.

Bengaluru: Karnataka health minister UT Khader said the state govt will prioritise prevention of lifestyle diseases, strengthen food and drug testing, address hospital staff shortages and encourage people to use free public mental health services. With road accidents increasing, the govt is planning to provide a cashless insurance coverage of up to Rs 2.5 lakh and improving response time across districts to 15-20 minutes.

On a balmy evening in Koramangala, a cocker spaniel named Zac circles between poetry lovers debating poets as diverse as Sylvia Plath and Mary Oliver, over snacks and Sulaimani tea. Across Bengaluru, similar gatherings are fuelling a quiet poetry renaissance.

Bengaluru: The state govt is considering new regulations for homecare and nursing services in a bid to ensure patients get trained caregivers.

Bengaluru: While climbing Mt Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak, eight-year-old Samarth Disan from Bengaluru did not realise he was on his way to achieving a remarkable feat.

One Found With Mercury 11,500 Times Above Limit; Experts Warn Of Severe Brain And Kidney Damage

Bengaluru: Residents of Pai Layout joined hands to convert an eyesore into a lively community hotspot, with support from local officials.