Good morning, Bengaluru!
🌧️ Today’s weather: High: 27 ℃ | Low: 18 ℃ | Generally cloudy sky with light rain.
🧐 Did you know? The first train journey from Bengaluru was aboard the Madras Mail in 1864.
🏃🏽♂️ Midnight Marathon restrictions
The 17th Bengaluru Midnight Marathon, organised by the Rotary Bengaluru IT Corridor, will take place on December 14-15 at the Karnataka Trade Promotion Organisation (KTPO) in Whitefield.
What’s it about? This prestigious event, attracting participants from over 20 countries, will lead to traffic restrictions from 3 pm on December 14 to 5 am on December 15. Key roads in Whitefield will experience limited vehicle movement to ensure a seamless marathon experience.
- Restrictions will apply to the left side of the road from Ginger Hotel Junction near Kundalahalli Metro Station to ITPL Back Gate.
- People travelling towards Vydehi and ITPL are advised to take a right at Ginger Hotel, proceed to ITPL Back Gate, and continue via Big Bazaar to Hoodi.
Police assistance: Traffic personnel will be stationed at strategic locations to manage vehicle flow and provide assistance. Authorities urge motorists to plan their routes in advance to avoid delays and ensure smooth travel during the marathon hours.
🛵 Uber Moto Women
Uber has introduced Uber Moto Women in Bengaluru providing women-only bike rides.
What’s it about? The service, designed based on feedback from female riders and drivers, offers a safe, affordable, and convenient commute option for women who prefer female drivers.
- This initiative connects female riders with female drivers, addressing safety and mobility concerns while offering flexible earning opportunities for women drivers.
- Riders can share trip details with up to five trusted contacts for real-time tracking while taking the ride.
Empowering women drivers: With flexible work hours, short-distance trips, and easy navigation, the service makes it simpler for women to join the platform. Drivers can choose to enable or disable the women-only rider setting, allowing them to accept all rides as per their preference.
🪿 Golden Goose debuts
Golden Goose, the next-generation luxury brand renowned for its distinctive craftsmanship and contemporary design, has opened its first store in South India at Mall of Asia.
What’s it about? Founded in Venice in 2000, Golden Goose has redefined the luxury market by blending modern aesthetics with traditional handcrafted techniques. While best known for its iconic trainers, the brand also offers a wide range of ready-to-wear clothing, handbags, and accessories.
- Golden Goose products stand out for their urban vintage appeal combined with everyday wearability.
- The Mall of Asia outlet focuses primarily on iconic sneakers but also offers an array of fashionable apparel and accessories.
Brand vision: Golden Goose’s expansion follows its announced vision of connecting with a discerning audience seeking exclusivity and timeless design. By entering the South Indian market, the brand continues to solidify its presence as a global luxury leader.
🚇 Centre’s push
The Bengaluru Metro project is set to expand significantly with the Centre urging the timely completion of Phase 2 by 2026 and Phase 3 by 2028.
What’s it about? Supported by the 2015 PRAGATI initiative, the metro project has seen accelerated land acquisition and quality assurance with an Oxford University study highlighting the role of central accountability in maintaining deadlines.
- Once completed, this will extend the total metro network to 220 km, transforming urban mobility in Bengaluru.
- Expected benefits include reduced congestion, improved air quality, and a reliable urban transport system, making the Bengaluru Metro a key urban rejuvenation project.
Phase 3 update: Work on Phase 3 has commenced, featuring two elevated corridors from Kempapura to JP Nagar and Hosahalli to Kadabagere. These lines, spanning 32.15 kilometres and 12.5 kilometres respectively, are currently undergoing detailed design consultancy, with the deadline for completion set for 2028.
✨ Things to do…
Here are some fun and interesting things to do in the city over the weekend!
- Get ready for an unforgettable musical experience with the Threeory Band at the Sunburn Union.
- Be there at the Fortress as Bengaluru FC takes on FC Goa.
- Join a thrilling networking event and make connections.
- Tired of swiping and texting? Try out a speed dating event.
- Go bar hopping and explore three of Bangalore’s most happening bars in one day.
🛋️ Local Lounge
Yesterday’s Poll Results:
- I am an umbrella person: 77.8% 🏆
- I am a raincoat person: 22.2%
That’s it for today. Have a great weekend!