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Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
At Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, artists from across India put their talent on display
Art enthusiasts from across Bengaluru flocked to the Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath this weekend to catch the last days of the venue's first national art fair, Namma Art Bengaluru. Over a hundred artists from all over the country installed their respective art forms at stalls centre-staged at the venue, with displays from as far afield as Kolkata and Delhi. The event saw demonstrations from across the artistic spectrum, along with talks and workshops. These included interactions with Karnataka Sahitya Akademi awardee artist Ravikumar Kashi, and demonstrations of the Kavi Kale artform by Janardhan Havanje, to name a few. Aside from the various stalls at the venue, where visitors could purchase or view artworks from across India, other works from more senior artists were also put on display in the galleries of the Parishath. According to Harish Padmanabha, a member of the Executive Council of the festival, 'There is no theme as such. We have eclectic art collections, such as painting, printmaking, and some sculptures. There are all genres of paintings, figuratives, abstract expressionism and traditional art in different media… this is the first national art fair in a different league altogether.' The art styles on display were as varied as the artists – one might expect to see a nature-based print that reminds one of rural India installed a stones' throw away from an abstract piece that might require a great deal of thought to understand, or an intricate sculpture composed of copper sheets. A Bangalorean artist at the festival, industrialist Giliyal Jayaram Bhat, has worked on both realistic and abstract art pieces at different stages of his career. Speaking to The Indian Express, he said, 'These pieces are landscapes in an abstract form which I have been doing for the last couple of years, in acrylic on canvas. I used to do portraits and realistic landscapes. While painting, the enjoyment from an abstract painting is because you create a total work – the beauty is that even I cannot copy my own work. Each and every artwork is unique.' Another artist, Raviram VR, has overcome the twin obstacles of hearing loss and being mute. He took his first step towards the art of sculpture at the age of nine in 1982, while watching his uncle, the well known sculptor PV Janakiraman, at work. Since then, he has been working in the medium of sculptures made out of copper sheets, often using the proceeds or themes of his work to help the underprivileged. His father, PV Ramakrishnan said, 'We have had a good response – he is one of the most well-known sculptors in India. His works have been displayed throughout the world. Last month also, we had a workshop at Lalit Kala Academy in Chennai. He had also exhibited a show at Chitrakala Parishath in 2004 where all the 45 pieces were sold.' 'He beats the copper sheets based on what he is thinking of, and then takes it for welding. Afterwards it is oxidised to get the black colour,' Raviram's father added.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bengaluru girl Deepika Padukone REACTS to Virat Kohli's team RCB's big win at IPL 2025 finals
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic IPL victory after 18 seasons sparked massive celebrations, with Virat Kohli lifting the trophy. Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, a Bangalore native, joined the online jubilation alongside other celebrities. Kohli dedicated the win to his wife, Anushka Sharma, acknowledging her unwavering support throughout his journey. The emotional triumph resonated deeply with fans and the city. It was a night to remember — not just for Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans, but for the city of Bangalore and everyone who has stood by the team through nearly two decades of heartbreak and hope. As Virat Kohli finally lifted the IPL trophy after 18 seasons, the celebrations rippled far beyond the stadium — from the stands to social media timelines, from die-hard fans to celebrities with deep ties to the city, including Bollywood star Deepika Padukone . Here's how the historic win unfolded and the emotional wave it set off. Celebrations broke out both on and off the field as Virat Kohli marked the long-awaited triumph with franchise icons AB de Villiers and Chris Gayle by his side. Kohli shared glimpses of the jubilant moments on social media, including the iconic shot of him lifting the IPL trophy with his teammates. The post quickly went viral, garnering millions of likes and reactions. Among the first to celebrate the win online was Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, a proud Bangalore native. Actress Athiya Shetty , actor Sidharth Malhotra, Varun Dhawan, and Kohli's wife Anushka Sharma also joined the chorus, praising the team's monumental achievement. Deepika Padukone, in fact, shares a deep-rooted connection with Bangalore. Though born in Denmark, she was raised in the city, studied at Sophia High School and Mount Carmel College, and often reminisces about her time there — from early morning badminton sessions to indulging in dosas at her favourite local haunts. Her reaction to RCB's historic win wasn't just that of a Bollywood star, but of a true Bangalorean celebrating her city's moment of glory. Deepika Padukone has long been a supporter of Royal Challengers Bangalore. In the early years of the IPL, especially around 2010, she was frequently spotted in the stands, cheering passionately for the team. Though she hasn't been seen at matches in recent seasons, her recent reaction to RCB's maiden title win suggests that her support has never really wavered — just become quieter, more personal. Meanwhile, after guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their first-ever IPL title, Virat Kohli delivered a heartfelt tribute to his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, in a post-match interaction that quickly went viral. As RCB ended an 18-year wait for the coveted trophy, Kohli didn't miss the moment to acknowledge the unwavering emotional support Anushka has given him through the highs and lows — a gesture that touched fans and added a personal, poignant layer to the historic win. Virat Kohli, visibly moved after RCB's historic win, dedicated the moment to his wife Anushka Sharma, highlighting her constant presence and support over the years. He reflected on how she has stood by him since 2014, attending matches, enduring heartbreaks, and celebrating small victories along the way. Kohli acknowledged the silent sacrifices and unwavering commitment she has made behind the scenes — support that, he said, is hard to put into words but has meant everything in his journey, both as a cricketer and as a person. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
New Indian Express
20-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
FROM BENGALURU TO THE BOARDROOM
At just 20, Arnav Jha isn't waiting to graduate to make an impact—he's already shaking up one of America's most outdated financial systems. As the co-founder and CEO of Loandock, a fast-rising AI startup, the boy from Bengaluru, who is a computer science student at Georgia Tech, is reimagining how Americans secure home loans. The U.S. mortgage process, notorious for its complexity and cost, hasn't evolved much in decades. A typical mortgage takes 30 days to close, costs around $9,000, and involves a maze of intermediaries. Jha saw an opportunity—and instead of building from afar, he moved to Miami, one of America's hottest housing markets, to watch the process up close. 'I didn't want to write code from a distance,' says Jha. 'I wanted to sit next to loan officers, see what slows them down, and build tools that actually solve their pain points.' What he witnessed was a system tangled in spreadsheets, emails, and hours of manual work. Loandock's answer? The first AI-powered mortgage loan officer—a platform that handles everything from document collection to underwriting, helping lenders close loans faster and cheaper. Since its launch, Loandock has processed over $600 million in loan volume, signed multi-year deals with lenders, and introduced a voice assistant trained on hundreds of real customer conversations. The company's software doesn't aim to replace humans—but to supercharge their output. 'One loan officer should be able to handle ten times the volume with AI,' Jha explains. 'That's how you lower costs and pass real savings to buyers.' The startup has already raised $350,000 at a $4.5 million valuation, with backing from Y Combinator alumni, Antler NYC, and Georgia Tech's own venture fund. Jha's co-founder, Ethan Gutierrez, even turned down an Amazon offer to build Loandock full-time—proof of their belief in the mission. Jha, a Delhi Public School alumnus, is unfazed by the pressures of leading a high-stakes fintech venture at 20. 'The age isn't the hard part,' he says. 'The hard part is staying focused when things get noisy. At the end of the day, all that matters is—does it work?' With plans to roll out Loandock's AI voice assistant across the U.S. this year, Jha's ambition is clear: automate 80% of the mortgage pipeline and save homebuyers tens of thousands of dollars on every purchase. If he pulls it off, Jha won't just be a young founder to watch—he'll be a Bangalorean who rewrote the rulebook for American finance.
Indian Express
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Indian Express
Nikhil Kamath asks top cops if there's a solution to Bengaluru's traffic woes, here's what they say
In a recent episode of his podcast WTF is, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath sat down with two of Bengaluru's senior-most police officers, Commissioner of Police B Dayananda and Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic) MN Anucheth, to address the city's most persistent problem: its notorious traffic. Bengaluru, often dubbed India's Silicon Valley, has come under fire for its traffic congestion. In 2024, it was ranked the third most congested city in the world and one of only two Indian cities to feature in the list of the world's ten worst traffic-hit cities, according to the traffic index released by TomTom, a Dutch location technology specialist. 'As someone from Bangalore, I've been a bit bothered by how much flak we get, especially about traffic. So I set out to see if the criticism is fair, and what's actually being done about it,' Kamath wrote in the episode's YouTube description. During the conversation, he added, 'I am from Bangalore. I hate all the hate that is coming for Bangalore.' Sitting across the table from the city's top cops, Kamath asked, 'I'm from Bangalore, as Bangalorean as anybody can be. Wherever I go and tell good things about Bangalore, people tell me, 'traffic, traffic, traffic.' What is the problem? What is the solution? Is there a solution?' Responding to this, M N Anucheth traced the root of the issue back to the IT boom. 'The thing with Bengaluru has been that post-2000, after the IT boom, there has been a significant explosive growth and the infrastructure has not commensurately grown with vehicles or the human population,' he explained. He also shared some striking numbers. 'Bangalore has 1.23 crore registered vehicles for a population of 1.5 crore; that's 872 vehicles per 1,000 people, more than Mumbai or Delhi! Hyderabad is comparable. It's at about 750. But Bangalore is very high. So, we have a 1.5 crore population with a 1.23 crore vehicle population. So, with the kind of explosive growth… So the compounded annual growth rate of vehicles is 8 per cent, right? We doubled between 2013 and 2023. It was 56 lakh, it became 1.12 crore. So, if you see that kind of growth rate, infrastructure will never be enough,' he said in the podcast. Anucheth also highlighted how the city lacked robust public transport alternatives before the Metro came in. 'The only public transport facilities before the Metro came in were the BMTC buses. Unlike other cities like Kolkata, you had the trams. In Delhi, you had the Metro,' he said. Further, Kamath shared a personal anecdote that many Bengalureans might relate to. 'Near my house on Bannerghatta Road, Metro construction started, I don't know, ten years ago. It's still going on,' he said.
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
‘Infra hasn't kept up': Bengaluru traffic in spotlight as Zerodha's Nikhil Kamath grills top cops in WTF podcast
NEW DELHI: Bengaluru ranks amongst the leading cities notorious for its congestion and prolonged traffic gridlocks. Addressing this persistent issue, Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath hosted a discussion with two senior police officials from Bengaluru on his podcast "WTF" to explore potential solutions. The recent episode of "WTF" featured a conversation between the entrepreneur and two distinguished officers - commissioner of police B Dayananda and joint commissioner of police (Traffic) MN Anucheth. In the podcast, Nikhil talks with two top cops about the traffic mess in Bengaluru. "As someone from Bangalore, I've been a bit bothered by how much flak we get, especially about traffic. So I set out to see if the criticism is fair, and what's actually being done about it," Mr Kamath wrote in the description of the YouTube video. "I am from Bangalore. I hate all the hate that is coming for Bangalore." Nikhil asked, "I'm from Bangalore, as Bangalorean as anybody can be. Wherever I go and tell good things about Bangalore, people tell me, 'traffic, traffic, traffic. What is the problem? What is the solution? Is there a solution?" In response to Nikhil's questions, Mr. Anucheth explained how the tech boom transformed Bengaluru. 'Post-2000, after the IT boom, there has been significant, explosive growth; and the infrastructure simply hasn't kept up,' said Anucheth. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Invest $200 in Amazon without buying stocks to earn a second salary Marketsall Sign Up Undo "Bengaluru now ranks among the cities with the highest vehicle density in India. With over 1.23 crore registered vehicles in a city of 1.5 crore people, that translates to an astounding 872 vehicles per 1,000 people—surpassing both Mumbai and Delhi. This number has doubled in the past decade, with vehicles increasing at an annual compounded rate of 8% from 2013 to 2023. Meanwhile, the road network has remained virtually unchanged," Anucheth added. "The only public transport facilities before the metro came in was the BMTC buses. Unlike other cities like Kolkata, you had the trams. In Delhi, you had the metro," explained Anucheth. Nikhil also talk about his personal experience, revealing that Namma Metro construction work near his house has been ongoing for 10 years. "Near my house on Bannerghatta Road, metro construction started, I don't know, ten years ago. It's still going on," he said. Commissioner Dayananda expressed the same sentiment, 'Better public transport, smarter roads and more infrastructure investment — these are all on the roadmap. Complaining is easy. But real solutions take time.'
