Bengaluru: Bengaluru: Free weekend sessions organised by volunteers and the horticulture department have become a ritual for families and office-goers alike. Experts recommend planning ahead, staying hydrated and listening to your body, especially during the festive season when routines are disrupted. Local businesses say the trend reflects a growing preference for traditional craftsmanship and healthier choices. What happens next People are looking for experiences that feel authentic and personal, said a Bengaluru-based designer. Representational image. (DBNEWS file photo) Whether you are planning a family outing or a quiet weekend, a little preparation goes a long way. DBNEWS will continue to track this story and update readers as more details emerge. Follow DBNEWS for the latest from Bengaluru, Karnataka and across India.

New Delhi: New Delhi: Digital payments hit a new milestone in September, driven by small-ticket merchant payments and festive-season shopping. Industry executives said adoption has been strongest among first-time users in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, including several in Karnataka. The company said it will expand the service in phases, with language support and accessibility features added based on user feedback. What happens next Technology in India is no longer about the metros. Some of the most interesting use-cases are emerging from smaller cities, a Bengaluru-based founder said. Representational image. (DBNEWS file photo) Cybersecurity experts, however, urged users to update their devices regularly and avoid clicking on unverified links. DBNEWS will continue to track this story and update readers as more details emerge. Follow DBNEWS for the latest from New Delhi, Karnataka and across India.

Bengaluru: Bengaluru: Folk and fusion remixes by independent Kannada artists are among the most-streamed songs of the festive season. Trade analysts said word of mouth has played a key role, with family audiences returning to theatres for repeat viewings. The makers said they were overwhelmed by the response and hinted at plans for a dubbed release in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. What happens next Regional stories rooted in our own culture are finding audiences everywhere, a Kannada film producer said. Representational image. (DBNEWS file photo) Multiplex chains have added shows in Bengaluru, Mysuru and Mangaluru to meet the demand during the festive weekend. DBNEWS will continue to track this story and update readers as more details emerge. Follow DBNEWS for the latest from Bengaluru, Karnataka and across India.

Bengaluru: Bengaluru: The assistant answers questions on mandi prices, weather and crop disease in Kannada and will be piloted with farmer producer organisations in Mandya and Tumakuru. Industry executives said adoption has been strongest among first-time users in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, including several in Karnataka. The company said it will expand the service in phases, with language support and accessibility features added based on user feedback. What happens next Technology in India is no longer about the metros. Some of the most interesting use-cases are emerging from smaller cities, a Bengaluru-based founder said. Representational image. (DBNEWS file photo) Cybersecurity experts, however, urged users to update their devices regularly and avoid clicking on unverified links. DBNEWS will continue to track this story and update readers as more details emerge. Follow DBNEWS for the latest from Bengaluru, Karnataka and across India.

Hangzhou: Hangzhou: A late penalty-corner conversion sealed a 2-1 semi-final win and a place in the title clash. The win also lifts the team's confidence ahead of a packed season, with several young players making the most of their opportunities. The captain praised the bowlers for sticking to their plans in challenging conditions and said the dressing room was 'in a very good space'. What happens next Fans in Hangzhou turned up in large numbers despite the weather, and the stadium atmosphere was described by players as electric. Representational image. (DBNEWS file photo) The team will now travel for its next fixture, where selectors are expected to rotate a few players to manage workloads. DBNEWS will continue to track this story and update readers as more details emerge. Follow DBNEWS for the latest from Hangzhou, Karnataka and across India.