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Time of India
7 days ago
- Time of India
One-day temple tour package in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: After the success of "Bengaluru Darshini" and "Bengaluru – Isha Foundation" services, BMTC has introduced a 'Divya Darshana' (temple tour) package service in the city. ———————- Divya Darshana A day tour bus package that takes you on a spiritual journey through ancient temples and sacred sites, showcasing the city's rich architectural heritage and divine charm, both within the city and on its outskirts. Type of service – AC bus Available on: Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays Starts from today Start and drop point: Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) Departure time: 8.30am Drop time: 6pm ——————————— Bus fare Adult – Rs 450 Child – Rs 350 ——————————- Temples covered Sri Gali Anjaneya Swamy Temple Sri Rajarajeshwari Temple Shrungagiri Sri Shanmukha Swamy Temple Sri Devi Karumariamma Temple Omkar Hills Temple Iskcon Vaikunta Temple (Vasanthpura) Art of Living Banashankari Temple —————————- For reservation visit - For inquiries, passengers may contact BMTC helpline numbers: 080-22483777 or 7760991170 Quote Transport minister Ramalinga Reddy "Every day, thousands of people visit Bengaluru, and many are interested in exploring religious places. This one-day tour is designed to help families travel together and spend quality time with one another. Since these packages operate on weekends, we expect higher footfall. I have also instructed the officials to explore more travel destinations in and around the city that can be covered in a day, allowing people to enjoy convenient, hassle-free tours through packaged services. "
Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru couple's PDA on moving car sparks outrage, prompts traffic police crackdown
A young couple's public display of affection atop a moving car in Bengaluru's traffic has sparked massive outrage online, prompting swift action from the city's traffic police. The incident, captured on video by a passerby and widely circulated on social media, shows the couple kissing and engaging in intimate behaviour while standing through the sunroof of a moving vehicle. Also Read - Bengaluru Police to launch crackdown on illegal tobacco sales ahead of World No Tobacco Day The video, shared by the X handle Karnataka Portfolio, not only ignited debate over moral conduct in public but also raised serious safety concerns. The act, which took place under the Halasuru Traffic Police limits, drew attention from nearby commuters who were visibly disturbed by the couple's actions. Authorities tracked down the vehicle using its Karnataka registration number and issued a fine of ₹1,500 to the owner — ₹1,000 for dangerous driving and ₹500 for general traffic violations. 'This kind of behaviour is not only indecent in a public space but also highly irresponsible from a road safety standpoint,' police said, adding that such acts can distract other drivers and pose threats to overall traffic safety. Police officials have warned that further instances of such behaviour will result in stricter enforcement and legal consequences. Also Read - BMTC launches 'Divya Darshana' spiritual tour across Bengaluru's 8 iconic temples. More details In a related incident, another video went viral showing a couple engaging in inappropriate behaviour at the Madavara metro station. Surrounded by fellow passengers — including senior citizens — the couple appeared indifferent to their public surroundings. The clip has since triggered demands from netizens asking the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) to act against such conduct and ensure public spaces remain respectful for all.
Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru man with three wives, nine children held for serial burglaries with teenage son as accomplice: Report
A 35-year-old man leading a complex personal life with three wives and nine children has been arrested by Bengaluru's Electronics City police for a string of burglaries committed over the years — the latest with help from his 16-year-old son. Identified as Babajan, the accused had no steady source of income and resorted to theft to sustain his scattered family across Karnataka, according to a Times of India report. Also Read - BMTC launches 'Divya Darshana' spiritual tour across Bengaluru's 8 iconic temples. More details Babajan's personal life was as unconventional as his crimes. He maintained separate households for each of his wives — living in Srirangapatna, Anekal, and Chikkaballapura — and moved between them at will. With the pressure of supporting multiple families and no regular employment, police say Babajan turned to house thefts nearly eight years ago as a means to survive. Recently, he brought his teenage son into the criminal fold, allegedly believing that the law is lenient toward juveniles. Their most recent theft occurred on May 7 in Bettadasanapura, where they stole gold, silver, and cash worth ₹4.6 lakh from the home of a 56-year-old woman, Rojamma. She had momentarily gone to the terrace to dry clothes, leaving the door open — a vulnerability the father-son duo exploited. While the boy sneaked in and picked up the valuables, Babajan waited outside, keeping watch. Police investigations revealed that this had become a pattern — Babajan would scan for homes with open doors or distracted residents, drop his son nearby, and give a signal when it was safe to enter. He reportedly trained the boy specifically for daylight burglaries. Their crime spree came to an end on May 13 when Inspector Naveen GM and his team tracked Babajan to Mylasandra using CCTV footage. Upon interrogation, he confessed to involving his son in thefts and detailed his modus operandi. Also Read - Mohandas Pai slams Bengaluru metro authorities over Yellow Line delays, calls work culture 'lousy' So far, police have linked Babajan to nine burglary cases and recovered 188 grams of gold, 550 grams of silver, and a two-wheeler used in the crimes. The case has raised serious concerns about the use of minors in criminal activities and the long-term impact of such exploitation within families.
Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
BMTC launches ‘Divya Darshana' spiritual tour across Bengaluru's 8 iconic temples. More details
In a bid to boost spiritual tourism within the city, the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has announced the launch of a new package tour, 'Divya Darshana'. Set to commence on May 31, the service will operate on weekends and public holidays. Also Read - Mohandas Pai slams Bengaluru metro authorities over Yellow Line delays, calls work culture 'lousy' Following the success of earlier initiatives like 'Bengaluru Darshini' and the special tour to the Isha Foundation — which together served over 50,000 passengers in the past year — BMTC is now offering this latest curated experience aboard air-conditioned buses. Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy said the tour will begin each day from the Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) at 8:30 a.m. and return by 6:05 p.m. 'This initiative not only celebrates the city's spiritual heritage but also provides a comfortable and affordable way for devotees and tourists to visit some of the most revered temples around Bengaluru,' he said. This is also expected to boost the revenue of BMTC and create more footfalls for the public transportation. However, residents are hoping that this service will be launched from several parts of Bengaluru for the convenience of devotees. Also Read - Truck driver killed in Mangaluru, authorities clamp down to curb communal tensions Sri Gali Anjaneya Swamy Temple Sri Rajarajeshwari Temple Shrungagiri Sri Shanmukha Swamy Temple Sri Devi Karumari Amman Temple Omkar Hills Temple ISKCON Vaikuntha Temple (Vasanthapura) Art of Living Sri Sri Ravishankar Ashram Banashankari Temple Tickets are priced at ₹450 for adults and ₹350 for children, inclusive of GST. Bookings can be made online through the KSRTC website ( For further assistance, BMTC has also set up helplines at 080-22483777 and 7760991170.
The Hindu
28-05-2025
- The Hindu
BMTC launches ‘Divya Darshana' temple tour package in Bengaluru from May 31
: Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has announced the launch of a new package tour 'Divya Darshana', to promote spiritual tourism within the city. The service, which is set to begin on May 31, will run on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. 'Building on the success of its Bengaluru Darshini and Bengaluru Isha Foundation tours which served over 50,000 passengers in a year, this initiative from BMTC offers air-conditioned bus services covering eight prominent temples in and around Bengaluru. The tour will start at Kempegowda Bus Station at 8.30 a.m. and return to the same point by 6.05 p.m.,' Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy said. The itinerary includes visits to Sri Gali Anjaneya Swami Temple, Sri Rajarajeshwari Temple, Shrungagiri Sri Shanmukha Swami Temple, Sri Devi Karumaari Ammanavara Temple, Omkar Hills Temple, ISKCON Vaikunta Temple (Vasanthapura), the Art of Living Sri Ravishankar Ashram, and Banashankari Temple. Tickets are priced at ₹450 for adults and ₹350 for children, inclusive of GST. Passengers can book in advance via the KSRTC website ( BMTC has also provided helpline numbers — 080-22483777 and 7760991170 for further information.
