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Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
World's longest road tunnel not enough! Bengaluru mulls another 1.5-km Hebbal tunnel, flyover coming soon too
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Bengaluru is poised for another major infrastructure upgrade as the city plans to open a new loop at the Hebbal flyover and simultaneously considers a new 1.5-km tunnel road proposal. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar recently announced plans for a dedicated tunnel connecting Esteem Mall to the Veterinary College in Hebbal. The project is aimed at tackling the notorious traffic congestion in and around the Hebbal junction, a critical bottleneck for commuters traveling between North Bengaluru and the city proposed tunnel is distinct from the ongoing 16.75-km tunnel road from Hebbal Junction to Silk Board, which is touted to be one of the longest urban road tunnels in India. While that larger project is being developed under Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Limited (B-SMILE), the shorter 1.5-km tunnel will be executed independently by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA). The tunnel will connect important nodes such as Nagawara, Esteem Mall, and the Agricultural to BBMP Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao, the proposal will soon be presented before the state cabinet. There are also discussions around possibly integrating the new tunnel with the broader Hebbal–Silk Board tunnel network to streamline not everyone is convinced. BJP MP Tejasvi Surya has voiced strong criticism of the city's tunnel-focused solutions, warning that Bengaluru should not repeat the mistakes of other global cities. "Even Singapore scrapped similar mega tunnel plans after realizing they were costly, unsustainable, and ineffective at easing congestion," Surya noted, urging policymakers to consider more sustainable commuters may soon see relief with the opening of one of the newly constructed loops on the Hebbal flyover. This loop, which will channel traffic from Nagawara toward the city, is expected to open before August 15, pending the Chief Minister's availability. A second loop, connecting the airport service road, is also in the recently inspected the site and even took a ride on the under-construction Yellow Line Metro, signaling progress on multiple fronts. In a tweet, he said, "The Hebbal flyover loop is set to open, easing traffic congestion and ensuring smoother and faster commutes as part of our government's commitment to building a better Bengaluru."The urgency behind these projects is underscored by recent data showing that the average one-way commute in Bengaluru has increased by 16% over the past year. In 2024, it took 54 minutes to cover an average city commute; by mid-2025, that number has jumped to 63 minutes for the same 19-km distance.
Hindustan Times
09-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Mathura tense after fresh meat piece found in drain garbage
Tension continues to simmer in Mathura district after a fresh piece of meat was discovered in garbage collected from a cleaned drain in the Krishna Kunj area on Monday. This follows a similar incident on Saturday in Goverdhan, where meat was found strewn across an empty plot, triggering unrest. Police officials said the latest sample, appearing to be part of an animal's head, has been sent to the Veterinary College for testing. 'We received a Dial 112 call on Monday morning about a suspicious animal part found in the Krishna Nagar outpost area. It was located in drain-cleaning waste,' said superintendent of police (city) Rajeev Kumar Singh. 'CCTV footage is being reviewed, and vigil has been stepped up.' Meanwhile, three individuals were arrested by police in the Mant area on Monday for allegedly burning a cow carcass. According to police, the dead cow had been lying in the area for two days and was causing a foul smell. The accused—Jamuna Dass (59) of Mathura, and his two domestic workers, Devi Prasad (40) of Ambedkar Nagar and Satyendra (42) of Faridabad—allegedly burned the carcass using wood and brush. They were arrested near a highway underpass and booked under Section 298 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (act intended to insult religion). Tensions first flared on Saturday when meat pieces, suspected to be beef, were found near an Eidgah in Goverdhan's Barsana Road area, leading to protests by right-wing groups. Police registered an FIR at Goverdhan police station against 74 individuals—24 named and 50 unidentified. In a joint operation, the Goverdhan police and SWAT team arrested 11 accused on Sunday. Those arrested include Saqir alias VIP, 50, Sohil, 19, Intezar, 38, Ansar Qureshi, 35, Pintu, 28, Aseen, 52, Sunny, 32, Usman, 52, Firoz, 40, Farooq, 26, and Shekhar, 25. They have been sent to jail after being produced in court.
Time of India
22-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Canine distemper cases on the rise
1 2 Chennai: In the Oct-Dec period every year, when the northeast monsoon is on in the city, another trend an uptick in viral infections among pet dogs unfolds quietly. Between March 2011 and Feb 2019, researchers at Teaching Veterinary Hospital of Madras Veterinary College reviewed 1,447 suspected cases. Of these, 1,185 dogs were clinically diagnosed with Canine Distemper (CD), a contagious and deadly viral disease, recording a positivity rate of nearly 82%. Researchers from Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (Tanuvas) and University of Missouri, who conducted the study, found that CD cases rose during the northeast monsoon and winter months. They developed a forecasting model using past disease data and weather variables such as temperature, humidity, rainfall, and wind speed. "Community or stray dogs could be already infected, but they survive because of strong immunity. The virus spreads through their saliva and urine. When you take unvaccinated pet dogs on a walk and they come in contact with it, there are chances of them getting infected," said Naveen Kumar Viswanathan, the study's corresponding author, who worked with the research team in Tanuvas Salem, Namakkal, Chennai, and University of Missouri. Canine Distemper is an airborne virus that also spreads through contact with infected secretions. It affects the respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems in dogs and can be fatal, especially in those not vaccinated. Researchers observed that CD cases peak in Nov. While most cases occurred during the monsoon and winter, the patterns traced back to the summer. When temperatures and humidity rise during summer, dogs often gather in cooler places for shelter. These groupings create conditions for the virus to spread later, as it survives longer in cooler months. The virus is shed by infected dogs and can settle on surfaces. In summer, the virus dies off faster. But in winter and during rains, it stays active longer in the environment, leading to faster transmission. The study reported higher CD prevalence in northern parts of Chennai, particularly Nagar and Royapuram. Researchers linked this to high population density and the practice of allowing pet dogs to roam freely. "More long-term studies linking weather and disease patterns are needed. CDV has already affected lions in Gujarat. If the virus crosses over to humans, we must be prepare," Naveen Kumar said.
