Good morning, Bengaluru!
⛅ Today’s weather: High: 31 ℃ | Low: 21 ℃ | Mostly cloudy skies for the day.
🧐 Did you know? Bengaluru will get its longest flyover along Old Madras Road. It will be 15 km long, beginning near the RK Puram police station till the Kolathur junction.
🎭 Climate change and art
The second edition of eARTH transforms scientific data about climate change into art and music.
What’s it about? There’s a growing disconnect between the escalating climate crisis and the insulation of people’s daily lives. To address this issue, the city-based Center for Study of Science, Technology & Policy (CSTEP) has taken a unique approach. The annual art event eARTH presents data through music, poetry, and art.
- Reports and newspaper headlines often fail to capture the broader public’s imagination. Art can be a powerful way to convey the message through song, dance, and storytelling.
- The event will feature an exhibition by eARTH Climate Fellows, a group of nine artists who created works of art that interpret and reflect the climate change issue. There’ll also be a poetry workshop by Slam Out Loud to craft climate-inspired poetry.
Visual learning: Climate change imagery is often shown through melting ice caps and record temperatures. It’s more than that since it impacts people’s lives through extreme weather events. The event will include screenings of videos shot by those affected by climate change.
🚀 Chandrayaan 4 mission model unveiled
The model of the Chandrayaan 4 mission was unveiled by ISRO at the Bengaluru Science Expo.
What’s it about? ISRO unveiled the model of the Chandrayaan 4 mission, which aims to return Moon rocks and soil to Earth, alongside the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) and the Human-Rated Launch Vehicle MK3 (HRLV).
- The Chandrayaan 4 mission model is designed to land on the lunar surface, collect samples and return to Earth. It features five key modules divided into two stacks.
- ISRO has been developing cost-effective models with stack modules to enable more launches in less time.
Gaganyaan mission: ISRO also showcased the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS-1). It’s an important component of the Gaganyaan programme’s expansion. It was recently exhibited in New Delhi on National Science Day. The docking process for BAS will involve different spacecraft bringing in different modules to be assembled.
🤑 More millionaires in Bengaluru
A new report indicated that the city’s millionaire population has soared in the past decade.
What’s it about? The World Wealthiest Cities Report 2024 stated that Bengaluru saw a 120% increase in its millionaire population over the past decade. The 2024 Centi-Millionaire Report from Henley & Partners has forecast increased growth of centi-millionaires for the city.
- Centi millionaires have liquid investable assets of at least $100 million. The city is home to about 13,200 millionaires, with a collective investable wealth of ₹800 crore.
- Cities in Asia are gradually climbing the ranks. Bengaluru is among the cities, along with Mumbai and Delhi in the world’s top 10 hotspots for centi-millionaires.
Global picture: The report also indicates that one-third of the world’s centi-millionaires live in 50 cities. The US dominates the rankings. New York leads the way with 744 centi millionaires.
🐆 Hunt for a leopard
An early morning leopard sighting near Electronics City has caused panic among residents.
What’s it about? The leopard was spotted crossing Hosur Road near the Electronics City toll plaza at around 3 am, heading towards the Nettur Technical Training Foundation (NTTF) grounds. Despite an exhaustive search by local officials, the animal couldn’t be traced.
- Authorities have asked residents in and around Electronics City and nearby neighbourhoods to remain vigilant and not venture out alone in the early morning or late evening. Schools and colleges in the area have been advised to take precautionary measures.
- The Task Force is equipped with forest officials and wildlife experts working to ensure the leopard is safely captured.
Previous sightings: Leopard sightings are somewhat common on the city’s outskirts near forested areas like the Bannerghatta National Park. Last year, a leopard was spotted near Kudlu Gate. Another incident on the same day saw two leopards attack the Madhugiri village, killing 32 sheep.
✨ Things to do…
Here are some fun and interesting things to do in the city over the weekend!
- Enjoy a funny satire based on Dundiraj’s play with Pukkate Salahe this Sunday.
- An evening of music awaits with Vijay Prakash live in concert this Saturday.
- Rock music fans are in for a treat with this tribute to greats by DJ Trillah this Sunday.
- Art, craft, music, and food get a creative twist at the Boholove Sunday Soul Sante this Sunday.
- Adventure and imagination await with a game of Dungeons and Dragons this Saturday.
🛋️ Local Lounge
Yesterday’s Poll Results:
- I have a DTH connection: 46.2%
- I don’t have a DTH connection: 53.8% 🏆
Answers to Yesterday’s Question:
Which sport do you wish you could play well?
Santhosh: “Golf and tennis”
That’s it for today. Have a great weekend!