Good morning, Bengaluru!
🌤️ Today’s weather: High: 29 ℃ | Low: 17 ℃ | Foggy and misty in the morning and sunny for the day.
🧐 Did you know? Vittal Mallya, Vijay Mallya’s father, bought United Breweries in 1947.
🚌 Electric double-decker buses
BMTC plans to introduce electric double-decker buses in Bengaluru.
Ten bus tender: The Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) is gearing up to float a tender for ten electric double-decker buses. This move comes after the state cabinet’s recent approval and is part of BMTC’s long-standing goal to reintroduce double-decker buses in the city.
- The buses will be procured under a Gross Cost Contract (GCC) model.
- Previous attempts to reintroduce these buses were unsuccessful due to high costs and political changes.
Sustainable: The decision to opt for the GCC model over direct procurement is to ease the financial burden on BMTC. This strategic shift reflects the corporation’s efforts to balance economic constraints with environmental goals.
🏎️ Bengaluru teen’s racing ambition
Dion Gowda, a Bengaluru teen, races in the Formula 4 UAE Championship.
Indian in Formula 4: 16-year-old Dion Gowda from Bengaluru is currently competing under the Indian flag in the Formula 4 UAE Championship. He represents the Mumbai Falcons, in collaboration with PREMA Racing, an Italian team. This championship serves as a critical step in his racing career, with the goal of achieving notable results.
- Dion discovered his passion for racing at nine and has since competed in various Asian championships.
- He has achieved success in the British F4 Championship and aspires to participate in the F1 Championship.
Racing and academics: Dion’s rigorous training and focus on personal improvement are key to his racing strategy. Balancing his racing career with academics, Dion, guided by his father’s support, aims for significant achievements in the Italian and UAE F4 championships.
🎹 Mozart concert in Bengaluru
Renowned Swedish musicians will perform Mozart in Bengaluru.
What’s it about? Swedish artists Bengt Forsberg and Maria Forsström are set to perform Mozart’s compositions in Bengaluru. Forsberg, a Grammy-winning pianist, and Forsström, a mezzo-soprano, will collaborate with local choirs and soloists for the concert.
- The show will feature Mozart’s ‘Requiem’ and ‘Piano Concerto No. 12 in A-major’.
- The event reflects the growing interest in Western classical music in India.
Demand for classical music: The concert is part of a series of performances, masterclasses, and lecture-recitals by the duo in Bengaluru, indicating a robust appetite for Western classical music in the city. The event is scheduled for January 19 at 7.30 pm at Chowdiah Memorial Hall, Vyalikaval.
🏢 Apple’s new Bengaluru office
Apple opens a new office in Bengaluru’s Minsk Square.
What’s it about? Apple is expanding its Indian operations with a new 15-floor office in Bengaluru’s Minsk Square. This office will host a diverse range of teams, fostering innovation and collaboration. Located near key landmarks, it emphasises accessibility and sustainability.
- The office can accommodate 1,200 employees and includes a dedicated lab space.
- It’s designed to be eco-friendly, running on 100% renewable energy with a goal of LEED Platinum certification.
25 years in India: This development is part of Apple’s ongoing commitment to India, marking 25 years in the country. The Bengaluru team works across various Apple departments, contributing to the company’s global footprint.
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🗞️ In other news…
- An IISc study has found that ovarian cancer can spread more readily in aged cells.
- From January 20 to January 28, The Hebbal Cafe at Courtyard by Marriott Bengaluru Hebbal will be the venue for a Bengali Food Festival.
- 80,000 out of four lakh registered households in Bengaluru are receiving Piped Natural Gas (PNG) supply through GAIL Gas.
- Air India Express has started a flight service connecting Bengaluru and Ayodhya.
- An additional 326 staff members will be deployed to manage Metro platforms.
🛋️ Local Lounge
Yesterday’s Poll:
- I prefer warm light in my room: 90.9% 🏆
- I prefer cool light in my room: 9.1%
That’s it for today. Have a great day!