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India Develops Indigenous Technology for Climate-Friendly Refrigerants

India's rising cooling demand due to higher temperatures and urbanization is increasing the need for refrigerants with lower global warming potential (GWP). After ratifying the Kigali Amendment in 2021, India plans to freeze HFC production by 2028. Scientists at CSIR-IICT Hyderabad have developed an indigenous process for producing HFO-1234yf, reducing import dependence and boosting domestic refrigerant manufacturing capabilities.

Deccan Herald··Hyderabad

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Politics

Delhi Protest Planned at Jantar Mantar on October 10, 2026

The Cockroach Janta Party has announced a mass protest at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar on October 10, 2026. The protest demands the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The call for 'Jantar Mantar 2.0' has led to heightened security measures in the capital ahead of the event.

The Hindu··New Delhi

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World

Three Vehicles Stuck in Potholes on Bengaluru's Gunjur-Doddakannelli Road

On Thursday, a car, an autorickshaw, and a scooter each got stuck in separate potholes along a stretch of Gunjur-Doddakannelli Road in Bengaluru's eastern tech corridor. Recent rains caused water to weaken the road, leading to collapses. The incident, captured on video and widely shared on social media, sparked criticism from commuters and residents demanding urgent repairs. The road connects Gunjur, Doddakannelli, and Carmelaram.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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World

BWSSB Expands to Bengaluru Villages, Faces Low Water Connection Uptake

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has extended its jurisdiction to all villages in Bengaluru Urban district. Despite the Cauvery Stage V project supplying water to 110 villages since 2007, only 35% of the targeted households have applied for connections. BWSSB expected 300,000 connections but received about 100,000 applications. Reluctance stemmed from preference for borewells until groundwater levels dropped in summer 2024, increasing interest.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Technology

Kempegowda Airport to Start Simultaneous Runway Departures Next Year

Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) in Bengaluru plans to begin simultaneous departures from both runways early next year. Although initially expected by September 2026, delays in integrating air traffic control equipment and safety verifications have pushed the timeline. Equipment installation is complete, and testing is ongoing. The airport has also started trials of the new Point Merge air traffic management system since September.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Politics

Karnataka Govt Orders Banks Not to Adjust Gruha Lakshmi Funds for Loans

The Karnataka government instructed the State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) that the ₹2,000 monthly installment credited to women under the Gruha Lakshmi scheme must not be adjusted against any loans, interest, or dues. Additional Chief Secretary Uma Mahadevan conveyed these guidelines to all banks, prohibiting auto-debit without beneficiaries' consent. This follows directions from Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar after a representation by MLC Dinesh Gooli Gowda.

The Hindu··Bengaluru

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