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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Cycling is like working out with a great view: Diganth and Aindrita
Among their many shared interests, actor-couple Diganth Manchale and Aindrita Ray both have a strong passion for cycling. This passion goes back to their respective childhood days. 'I grew up in a small town, and the one thing my friends and I did was cycle,' shares Diganth. Aindrita adds, 'I lived in the defense apartments, and back then evening bike rides with all the neighbourhood kids were a favourite.' Today, that passion is immediately evident upon entering their home. The first thing you'll notice is a wall proudly displaying two bicycles. 'Our cycles are our prized possessions; we love showing them off,' they say with a laugh. Excerpts from a conversation with the actor-couple on World Bicycle Day: 'INVEST IN GOOD CYCLING GEAR – IT MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE' Beyond their passion for the ride itself, Diganth and Aindrita are strong advocates for prioritising safety and comfort on two wheels. As cyclists who swear by the advantages of owning good gear, they emphasise that it doesn't pay to skimp on quality. 'A good helmet is a must. You'll also want to invest in padded cycling shorts to counter the firmness of the seats,' explains Diganth. Aindrita recounts a personal experience, sharing that she got away with just bruises after falling off her cycle once, 'thanks to the good-quality gloves. I can't imagine what would have happened otherwise.' 'FOR US, CYCLING IS NEVER MONOTONOUS' While Bengaluru once offered scenic routes for cyclists, Diganth and Aindrita lament that traffic has now taken over. The couple now head to scenic destinations like Nandi Hills, Sakleshpur, or Chikmagalur for their cycling adventures. 'The roads are emptier, and the views are just amazing. Honestly, with scenery like that, , it doesn't even feel like we're working out!' avers Aindrita. Diganth adds, 'This way, cycling never gets monotonous for us. ' 'BENGALURU HAS THE PERFECT TERRAIN FOR CYCLING, BUT…' Bengaluru's once-vibrant cycling culture has unfortunately, dwindled, Diganth and Aindrita observe. 'Back in the day, the city streets were bustling with cyclist. But now, there's just no space to cycle. Buildings and traffic have taken over, even though Bengaluru has the perfect terrain for it,' Diganth shares. Aindrita adds, 'There's a dedicated cycling track near Cubbon Park, but it's only about a 2km stretch. We hope Bengaluru will implement dedicated cycle lanes for enthusiasts like us. It's crucial for both our safety and the future of cycling in the city 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 .
Hans India
26-05-2025
- Hans India
Instagram User Arrested for Sharing Photos of Women on Bengaluru Metro Without Consent
A 27-year-old man named Diganth has been arrested in Bengaluru for running an Instagram account that shared photos and videos of women traveling on the Bengaluru Metro without their permission. The police registered a complaint on Wednesday after someone reported the account. Diganth, who lives in Bengaluru but is originally from Hassan, Karnataka, was caught and is now being questioned by the police. Diganth works in an office in Murugeshpalya. He took photos and videos of women while traveling to and from work on the metro. The police are investigating where he posted the pictures and whether he was paid for sharing them. They are also checking if he worked alone or with others. The Instagram account had over 5,000 followers and contained many images of women on metro trains and platforms. After the complaint, the police filed a case, and the account was removed along with all its photos. Police confirmed that the women were not aware they were being filmed or photographed.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Time of India
Accountant held for uploading objectionable visuals of women commuting in Bengaluru Metro
Bengaluru: An accountant has been arrested for allegedly taking videos and photos of unsuspecting women passengers secretly on Namma Metro trains and uploading the same on online platforms. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now But what stunned police was his reasoning: To get more likes and followers on social media! Police and the Metro authorities had come under pressure to nab him after they were tipped about an Instagram account named 'metro_chicks' on which were posted secretly taken videos and photographs of women and couples on trains. The account had around 5k followers and 33 videos with a link to a Telegram account. The man, on realising that police were on the pursuit, deleted the posts. However, he was caught. The accused has been identified as 27-year-old Diganth, a BCom graduate and a resident of Thigarapalya in Peenya. He worked as an accountant in a private company in Indiranagar. Banashankari police, who were monitoring objectionable content following Operation Sindoor, tracked down the Instagram account. A suo motu case was registered by sub-inspector Shivashankar B under Section 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (stalking) and the IT Act. A police team, headed by inspector Kotreshi BM, contacted a few people who liked and commented on the reels uploaded by Diganth and ascertained details about him. Subsequently, he was nabbed from his home. Diganth's content caught attention for all the wrong reasons. The videos often showed women from behind or in close proximity with male companions and were captioned in a way that objectified them. What started as his daily Metro commute turned into a disturbing content creation spree. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Deputy commissioner of police (south) Lokesh B Jagalasar said the accused would record the videos while going to work and returning home in Metro trains. During interrogation, Diganth claimed he opened the account two months ago and uploaded 30 videos and photos. He told police that for the last couple of years, he watched reels regularly on multiple social media platforms and noticed people liked reels showing women in an objectionable manner. He wanted to upload such content and garner a large number of followers. So, he would record women in stylish attire, those commuting with their male acquaintances holding hands, or being close during the journey in Metro trains without their knowledge and upload them. He was getting likes and comments for every video. This prompted him to take more and more photos and videos. "He doesn't appear perverted at first glance, but we're digging deeper," a senior officer stated. "If we're not convinced by his confession, we'll seek police custody."
Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Indian Express
Women secretly filmed on Bengaluru Metro: Man behind Instagram account arrested
The Bengaluru police arrested a 27-year-old man on Friday for allegedly recording videos of women commuters on the Metro without their consent and sharing the footage on social media platforms, including Instagram and Telegram. The Instagram account had come under fire for allegedly posting photos and videos of women commuters on Namma Metro trains without their consent. It caused wide uproar on social media, with many reporting the account and urging Bengaluru police to track the person running it. The police identified the accused as Diganth, a resident of Thilgalarapalya in North Bengaluru, and said he originally hails from Holenarasipura in Hassan district. A commerce graduate, Diganth is employed in the accounts department of a private firm in Murugeshpalya, the police said. He has been booked under Section 67 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and under the IT Act for publishing and transmitting obscene material in electronic form. According to the police, Diganth used the Metro daily, travelling from Peenya to Indiranagar. During these commutes, he allegedly filmed unsuspecting women and later posted the clips online. Deputy Commissioner of Police (South Division) Lokesh B Jagalasar confirmed the arrest, stating that Diganth was apprehended from his residence on Friday afternoon. Investigators are currently examining his digital devices to determine the extent of the offence. Preliminary findings indicate that he had been uploading such content since March 2025. The police have urged the public to report similar incidents and assured strict action against those violating individuals' privacy and dignity in public spaces.
India.com
23-05-2025
- India.com
Man arrested for secretly filming women on Bengaluru Metro, sharing photos on Instagram; police say he was...
Representational/File A 27-year-old man who clicked pictures and videos of unsuspecting women commuters on the Bengaluru metro, and shared these on an Instagram page called 'Bangalore Metro Clicks' (@metro_chicks), was arrested Friday and booked under relevant sections of the IT Act, 2000, the police said. As per the police, the accused, Diganth, who works in the accounts department of a private firm, was arrested from his house in the Tigalarpalya area, after the Instagram handle that shared non-consensual pictures of women, was traced to him. 'A case was registered in this regard at Banashankari police station on May 20, and an investigation was launched. The accused is a 27-year-old man who works in the accounts department of a private firm. He is a resident of Tigalarpalya and works in Murugeshpalya,' Lokesh B Jagalasar, Deputy Commissioner of Police (South), told news agency PTI. The officer revealed that the accused, while traveling to and from work, used to click pictures and videos of women without their knowledge or consent and upload the videos on the Instagram page. 'The person has been arrested and will face further legal action,' he added. According to the police, the matter came to light on May 20 when they were reviewing social media platforms for suspicious posts as part of a routine probe. 'During this review, a police officer came across the Instagram account, which contained 14 unsolicited videos and pictures allegedly taken inside metro coaches and on station premises,' they said, adding that none of the women appeared to be aware that someone was filming them. The Instagram account, Bangalore Metro Clicks (@metro_chicks), which had over 6,000 followers, has been taken down, and all pictures and videos deleted, the police said. (With PTI inputs)
