Good morning, Bengaluru! As the year wraps up, we’re taking a brief break to rejuvenate and return with renewed energy. Your ongoing support in our journey to explore all things local means the world to us. TLB Bengaluru will be back on Monday, January 8, 2023. Until then, stay safe and enjoy your holidays!
🌫️ Today’s weather: Fog in the morning.
🧐 Did you know? On 29 November 1978, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw’s Biocon received its Certificate of Incorporation. The company began its journey from a rented shed in Koramangala with just three employees.
🏆 Global acclaim for airport
Terminal 2 of Kempegowda International Airport won the prestigious Prix Versailles award.
What’s it about? Kempegowda International Airport’s Terminal 2 (T2) in Bengaluru has been awarded the “Special Prize for an Interior” at the 2023 Prix Versailles, earning recognition as one of the world’s most beautiful airports. This accolade celebrates T2’s blend of art and technology, showcasing Karnataka’s rich cultural heritage. The terminal, designed for 25 million passengers annually, also boasts sustainable architecture with IGBC platinum and LEED platinum ratings.
- T2 has been acknowledged for its harmonious design and environmental sustainability.
- The terminal enhances the passenger experience with its curated art and décor.
World’s best: The Prix Versailles recognition places Bengaluru’s airport alongside the world’s elite in architectural and design excellence, highlighting its commitment to cultural representation and environmental stewardship.
🏢 Intel’s New R&D Lab
Intel plans to open a state-of-the-art R&D lab in Bengaluru.
What’s it about? Intel is set to inaugurate a new research and development lab in Bengaluru at a CtrlS Datacenters facility. The lab will focus on developing and testing new processor architectures and benefit from CtrlS’s partner ecosystem, including memory vendors and system Original Design Manufacturers. The partnership between Intel and CtrlS, spanning over 15 years, is expected to reach new heights with this expansion.
- Intel has booked significant space at CtrlS’s DC1 facility in Bengaluru for this initiative.
- CtrlS Datacenters is a major player with 12 data centres across India and plans for further expansion.
Ambitious plans: The move aligns with Intel’s continued investment in innovation and CtrlS’s ambitious expansion plans in Asia and the Middle East, marking a significant development in Bengaluru’s tech landscape.
🧑🏽💻 ProcSys: Pioneering India’s IT revolution
ProcSys celebrates 50 years of innovation in Bengaluru’s tech landscape.
What’s it about? Processor Systems (India) Pvt Ltd (PSI), now ProcSys, is celebrating its golden jubilee, marking a significant milestone in Bengaluru’s tech history. Founded in 1973 by VK Ravindran, VK Harindran, and Vinay Deshpande, PSI was among the first computer companies in India, set up with the vision of creating microprocessor-based computers for every Indian household.
- The company emerged during a critical time when IBM exited India. Initially focusing on defense, the company expanded its capabilities to education and business computing, overcoming significant industry challenges.
- The company adapted to stringent regulations and technology embargoes to develop indigenous computer systems.
Tech industry evolution: ProcSys’s journey from a small startup carrying machines in wooden boxes to a leading provider of embedded product engineering services showcases the evolution of India’s tech industry and Bengaluru’s rise as the Silicon Valley of India.
🚸 Unsafe footpaths for children
A study reveals Bengaluru’s footpaths are hazardous for child pedestrians.
What’s it about? A study by Action Aid Association titled ‘On foot: A study on safety and risk assessment of child pedestrians’ highlights the dangers children face on Bengaluru’s footpaths. Conducted along two routes from Vinobha Nagar to Karnataka Public School, the study identified multiple hazards, including construction debris, encroachments, litter, and absence of zebra crossings.
- The study documented nine construction debris sites, 12 locations of vehicles parked on footpaths, and other significant obstructions.
- Personal accounts from students and parents reveal the real risks children encounter daily, such as tripping hazards and the necessity to walk on the road due to obstructed footpaths.
Report submitted: Action Aid has submitted the report to the BBMP and plans to share it with other relevant authorities, urging the government to recognize and address pedestrian safety, particularly for children, as a critical issue in the city’s infrastructure planning.
✨ Things to do…
Here are some fun and interesting things to do in the city over the weekend!
- Go on a Truth or Dare date this weekend to break the ice and make connections.
- Watch Bengaluru FC take on NorthEast United FC in an Indian Super League match on Sunday.
- Laugh out loud with Anubhav Singh Bassi in his Kisi Ko Batana Mat standup comedy show on Saturday.
- Find Secret Santa presents at The Social Christmas Bazaar on Saturday.
- Learn and play tabletop games at The Boardgame Den this weekend.
🛋️ Local Lounge
Yesterday’s Poll Results:
- I have been to an art show in the city: 28.6%
- I haven’t been to an art show in the city: 71.4% 🏆
That’s it for today. Happy holidays!