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Mehak Luthra

🚍 Shortage of drivers restricts BMTC buses

The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has a scope to run 900 buses in addition to its current fleet. However, a shortage of drivers has interrupted this plan.

🏒 WeWork India leases office space in Bengaluru

As a part of its expansion plan, co-working major WeWork India has taken on lease 3,62,000 sq ft office space in the city amid rising demand for flexible workspace.

🐾 Akasa Air to allow pets on board

The newest airline in India announced that one pet per passenger will be allowed on the flight as a part of creating an β€œinclusive travel experience.”

βŒ› Delayed BBMP polls

Elections for the 243-seat Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) have been due since September 2020. However, the state government seems preoccupied with the upcoming Karnataka Assembly polls.

πŸ“ˆ Highest appreciation in housing prices

The Bengaluru property market has witnessed the highest growth in average housing prices and average office rent in the third quarter of 2022.