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Cybersecurity jobs jump 14% over past year; Bengaluru tops list: Report

Increasing focus on data safety witnessed an average 14 per cent rise in job postings for cybersecurity professionals over the last one year, according to a report released on Tuesday. The report by global job site Indeed is based on data derived from job postings and job clicks on its platform between September 2023 and September 2024. "As our lives move online, companies are focusing on keeping data safe, which is driving the demand for cybersecurity experts. It's a fast-growing field with lots of opportunities," Indeed India Head of Sales Sashi Kumar said quoting the report. Cybersecurity job postings jumped 14 per cent over the past year, reflecting the increased demand for experts, he added. Meanwhile, the report revealed that Bengaluru leads the country in cybersecurity job openings, accounting for nearly 10 per cent of listings, followed by Delhi-NCR (4 per cent), remote jobs (2.2 per cent), Hyderabad (2 per cent), and Mumbai (2 per cent). Bengaluru's dominance stems from i

NGT issues notice on blockage of drains, lakes' encroachment in Bengaluru

The NGT has sought a response from the chief commissioner of Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) and other officials on a Lokayukta report on two lakes of the Karnataka capital that found blocked stormwater drains and encroachments as major issues. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) was hearing a matter where it had taken suo motu cognisance of a newspaper report regarding the Lokayukta's probe that found several issues in Vibhutipura and Doddanekundi lakes in Bengaluru. In a recent order, a bench of NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava said, "The news item states that in Vibhutipura Lake, officials found the entrance gate mutilated, fencing destroyed, and illegal structures within the premises." "The lake's water level was alarmingly low, even during the rainy season, due to a blocked outflow path. Encroachments and misuse of facilities were also noted. Furthermore, it was found that the Doddanekundi Lake faced similar issues," he said. The bench also comprising judici

Bengaluru police arrest man who used pigeons to rob 50 locked houses

The accused identified as Manjunath would use pigeons, while searching for locked houses and apartments. The police have decoded how he managed to commit 50 robberies

Delhi CEO captures 'peak Bengaluru moment' in hotel; netizens divided

Ananya Narang discovered instead a virtual receptionist managing all guest services remotely, which she described as her own 'peak Bengaluru moment'

Uber's India based tech team helps cut down app localisation time, costs

The ride-hailing firm's India based tech Tech Teams transform 85% of app localisation process to touchless

Cancer-causing agents in cakes: Check out some healthier alternatives

Several carcinogenic substances were found in 12 cake samples collected from different Bengaluru bakeries. Here are some healthy alternatives to meet your craving

Red velvet or red alert? Cancer-causing dyes found in cakes in Karnataka

In a shocking revelation, harmful artificial colours have been detected in cake samples from Karnataka bakeries, raising concerns about food safety

Apple to start selling 'Made in India' iPhone 16 Pro from this month

iPhone maker Apple on Friday said it will open four more stores in India, located in Pune, Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR and Mumbai. The company said it will also roll out its first-ever "made in India" iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max series devices this month. "We're thrilled to build our teams as we plan to open more stores in India because we're inspired by the creativity and passion of our customers across this country. We can't wait for them to have even more opportunities to discover and shop for our amazing products and services, and connect with our extraordinary, knowledgeable team members," Apple's senior Vice President of Retail, Deirdre O'Brien, said in a statement. In April 2023, Apple opened its two stores in India, one in Delhi and the other in Mumbai. "Future Apple Retail stores are planned in Bengaluru, Pune, Delhi-NCR and Mumbai," the statement said. According to people aware of the development, the stores are likely to be opened next year. The company announced that

Tata Electronics plans to resume some operations at fire-hit Hosur plant

Tata Electronics will resume some operations at its fire-damaged Hosur plant in Tamil Nadu, which produces Apple iPhone components. The company said they are probing the cause of the Saturday fire

Birla Estates sells residential real estate worth Rs 600 cr in Bengaluru

Realty firm Birla Estates has sold properties worth about Rs 600 crore in its new housing project in Bengaluru. Birla Estates, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aditya Birla Real Estate Ltd (formerly Century Textiles and Industries Ltd) said in a regulatory filing, "Birla Trimaya Phase II The Park, has sold almost 95 per cent of its inventory within 24 hours of its launch achieving an approximate booking value of about Rs 600 crore." In the first phase of this project, the company had sold properties worth about Rs 500 crore. "Overall, the cumulative booking value achieved till date is about Rs 1,100 crore and the project is anticipated to generate a revenue potential of around Rs 3,000 crore across the entire 52 acre development," it added. The project is located at Shettigere Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru North. The company is headquartered in Mumbai and currently has regional offices in NCR, Bengaluru and Pune. It has a well-established commercial portfolio with 2 grade-A commercial

Will Karnataka's KWIN city be Bengaluru twin? Siddaramaiah's plan decoded

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will launch KWIN City on Wednesday, a smart city aimed at creating a hub for knowledge, well-being, and innovation to attract global talent

Infosys, Swedish electric car maker Polestar to set up tech hub in B'luru

IT major Infosys has collaborated with Swedish electric performance car brand Polestar to create a base for the latter's development of in-car infotainment, software and electrical/electronics engineering, user experience, and cloud-powered digital services. As part of this partnership, Infosys will establish a global technology hub for Polestar at its development centre in Bengaluru, a regulatory filing said. "This hub aims to deliver electric vehicle (EV) software development and validation across many domains, including infotainment, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and telematics," it said. It will support Polestar's product management, customer engagement, corporate solutions, and accelerate direct-to consumer digital services through cloud-native development, testing, and data engineering, it added. Infosys said it will leverage engineering R&D services provider in-tech, its latest acquisition, to complement the engagement. "Polestar is starting a new chapter in ..

'Can't call any part of India as Pakistan': CJI pulls up Karnataka HC judge

'No one can call any part of India as Pakistan. This is fundamentally against the territorial integrity of the nation', said CJI DY Chandrachud

Bengaluru to see over 150% rise in ultra-rich population

Did you know that Bengaluru is increasingly turning into a wealth hub? Over the next 16 years, the Silicon Valley is about to witness a massive boom of centi-millionaires. What does that mean?

Prestige Group eyes Rs 1,100 cr revenue from new housing project in B'luru

Realty firm Prestige Group has launched a new housing project in Bengaluru with a sales potential of Rs 1,100 crore. The project 'Prestige Pine Forest', spread over 9 acres, is located at Whitefield in Bengaluru. The company will develop 316 units in 4 towers, the company said in a statement on Monday. Prestige Group, one of the leading real estate developers in the country, has a legacy of over three decades in real estate development. It has a diversified business model across various segments -- residential, office, retail, hospitality, property management, and warehouses with operations in more than 13 major locations in India. The group has completed more than 300 projects spanning a developable area of 190 million square feet.

Bengaluru holds 36% of GCCs, Hyderabad excels in high-tech at 45%: Report

Bengaluru remains the top hub for GCCs, while Hyderabad leads in high-tech, driving the nation's digital transformation

Supreme Court criticises judge's Pak remark on Bengaluru area, seeks report

The judge, while addressing a landlord-tenant dispute, referred to a Muslim-majority area in Bengaluru as 'Pakistan'

Bengaluru's millionaire population soars by 120% over last decade: Report

Home to approximately 13,200 millionaires, Bengaluru has a collective investable wealth of Rs 800 crore, according to Henley & Partners' Centi-Millionaire Report 2024

Table Space buys office space in Bengaluru for about Rs 500 crore

Table Space, which provides flexible workspace to corporates, has bought 5 lakh sq ft office space in Bengaluru for around Rs 500 crore to expand its business amid rising demand. According to sources, the company has acquired 5 lakh square feet office space in Whitefield, Bengaluru, for about Rs 500 crore. Real estate consultant CBRE facilitated this deal, they added. Table Space President Kunal Mehra confirmed the transaction. CBRE declined to comment. "Table Space has acquired Kalyani Camellia, Whitefield (Mahadevapura), Bengaluru, covering around 5,00,000 sq ft," Mehra said. "This is the second Table Space-owned asset in the brand's portfolio," he told PTI. Mehra did not share the deal value. The first acquisition was of Panchshil Towers in Kharadi, Pune - spanning over 9 lakh square feet. "Bengaluru is our most mature and vital market, contributing 46 per cent to overall revenue and poised to remain our largest growth area," Mehra said. He noted that Table Space is one of

21-day quarantine, tests: Bengaluru airport sets up Mpox testing stations

Mpox crisis: Travellers who test positive will be required to undergo a 21-day mandatory quarantine, similar to the protocols implemented during the Covid-19 pandemic