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NDTV
5 days ago
- NDTV
'Certified Insanity': Bengaluru Techie's Rant About City's Public Transport Goes Viral
A social media user's post has once again highlighted Bengaluru's 'nightmare' traffic problem, especially for employees forced to return to work after the end of the work-from-home policy. The post, titled "Bengaluru public transport + return to office = certified insanity", showcased the brutality of the commute in the technology capital of the country, triggering an intense discussion as residents seek an end to their misery. "First of all, I'm a software engineer and a proud Bangalorean, born and raised. But ever since this return-to-office madness(mandate) kicked in - with me staying 25 km away from my office with Outer Ring Road being my main route back home - life has become nothing short of a test of endurance," the user wrote in the r/bangalore subreddit. The OP recounted their decision to take public transport for the commute, which turned into another big hassle for them. "The buses are packed beyond capacity - people literally falling on each other. The driver looks like he's five seconds away from quitting, and the conductor treats you like you owe him rent," they wrote. In another incident, the user said he was dropped off on a flyover near Nagawara Junction, instead of the designated bus stop. With no footpath or crossing nearby, they were forced to evade high-speed traffic to get to the other side and repeat the process of catching another bus. "This is not commuting. This is survival. Everyone's angry, sweaty, and silently screaming. Public transport in Bengaluru isn't for the weak - it's a team-building exercise for introverts, a cardio session for the brave, and a lesson in patience for all." Watch: UK Theatre Stops Indian Movie Screening Midway As Fans Make Mess As the post went viral, social media users also lamented about the routine traffic snarls and long commutes. "So trueeeee!! Bengaluru isn't for the week, especially when you are dealing with conductors." said one user while another added: "I remember when being in Bangalore was a luxury. Now it has become about survival." A third commented: "The alternative is worse! The auto & cab prices double after 3 pm, they charge like crazy if you try talking offline." Driven by rapid urbanisation and a booming IT industry, the city's population has surged, with over 13 million residents and millions of vehicles clogging its roads. Narrow streets, inadequate public transport, and ongoing infrastructure projects exacerbate the issue.
News18
5 days ago
- News18
‘This Is Not Commuting But Survival': Bengaluru Techie's Rant Seems So Relatable
Last Updated: The techie, who describes himself as a 'proud Bangalorean, born and raised,' shared that life has become 'nothing short of a test of endurance' for him. A software engineer in Bengaluru shared a Reddit post about his daily struggle with public transport and it has widely gone viral. Titled 'Bengaluru public transport + return to office = certified insanity," the post perfectly captures the frustration of many, shedding light on the challenges of daily commuting in the city. The techie, who describes himself as a 'proud Bangalorean, born and raised," shared that life has become 'nothing short of a test of endurance" for him ever since he made the conscious decision to take public transport to work. What he thought was a responsible thing to do and a smart choice turned into a daily endurance test. 'This is not commuting. This is survival," expressing himself. What Did The Reddit Post Say In his now-viral post, the engineer highlighted how he travels 25 km every day to and from his office. He also shared a shocking incident when he was dropped in the middle of a flyover near Nagawara Junction. Mind you, it was not a designated bus stop and there was no footpath, crossing or help nearby and he was forced to make his way through speeding traffic to get to the other side and catch another bus. The rant resonated with others who rely on public transport in the city for daily commuting, sparking a debate about Bengaluru's traffic and public transport issues. One user chimed in saying, 'So trueeeee!! Bengaluru isn't for the week especially when you are dealing with conductors." 'I remember when being in Bangalore was a luxury. Now it has become about survival," added another. Well, it seems that getting to work in Bengaluru has become more challenging than ever. view comments First Published: July 26, 2025, 15:11 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- General
- Hindustan Times
Bengaluru techie's 25 kms commute nightmare: ‘Everyone's angry, sweaty, and silently screaming'
A viral post by a frustrated software engineer from Bengaluru has gone viral, shedding light on the grim realities of daily commuting in the city after return-to-office mandates resumed in full swing. The techie, who describes himself as a 'proud Bangalorean, born and raised,' shared his ordeal of traveling 25 km to and from work.(PTI) The post, titled 'Bengaluru public transport + return to office = certified insanity', paints a chaotic picture of packed buses, unsafe drop-off points, and fraying tempers on the city's roads, particularly along the notoriously congested Outer Ring Road. Read his full post here: Reddit viral post.(Life_In_Progress13) The techie, who describes himself as a 'proud Bangalorean, born and raised,' shared his ordeal of traveling 25 km to and from work using public transport, a decision he made believing it would be the responsible, eco-friendly choice. Instead, he describes the commute as 'a test of endurance.' 'This is not commuting. This is survival,' he wrote, in a post that has now struck a chord with thousands of city dwellers. Among the incidents he recounted was being dropped on a flyover near Nagawara Junction, instead of at a designated bus stop. With no footpath or crossing in sight, he was forced to dodge high-speed traffic to get to the other side, just to catch another bus. When he tried to board a waiting bus at a signal, the conductor yelled, 'This is not a stop! Go to the bus stop!' 'Bro. Your colleague just dropped me in the middle of nowhere. What stop??' he wrote, calling it 'real clownery.' He also criticised the behavior of BMTC staff, saying, 'The driver looks like he's five seconds away from quitting, and the conductor treats you like you owe him rent.' The Reddit post also took a jab at the seemingly never-ending metro construction on Outer Ring Road (ORR), which has compounded traffic woes. He summed up the commute as 'a team-building exercise for introverts, a cardio session for the brave, and a lesson in patience for all.' The post, which quickly gained traction across social media platforms, has reignited debate over the state of Bengaluru's public transport infrastructure, particularly for long-distance commuters who don't own private vehicles. (Also Read: Karnataka's free bus travel spurs 23% rise in women's employment in Bengaluru: Report)
The Hindu
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Middle Room: Bengaluru rewinds on a turntable
Oasis' 'Don't Look Back in Anger', which could well be July's theme song, what with the fractious Gallagher brothers burying the hatchet for an epic concert tour, washes over the Middle Room. The swish listening room recently opened at Courtyard, that meeting ground of ideas and experiences on Double Road in Bengaluru. The brainchild of Akhila Srinivas, the force behind Courtyard, Middle Room draws inspiration from audiophile bars around the world, which in turn take their inspiration from Japanese jazz kissas where music was not in the background but front and centre. Akhila, a true-blue Bangalorean, says she wanted to bring back the vibe of old Bengaluru's pubs (think Pecos and Purple Haze), where rock music, raucous sing-alongs and beer drove the party. While that sense of community and writing song requests on tatty napkins does not perfectly align with the hushed reverence of jazz kissas and the ₹500 listening fee, one can perhaps give the Middle Room a chance to find its groove within these parallel tracks. The intimate space seats 33 and operates on a time-slot booking system. We chose the 6.30 pm slot and thanks to Bengaluru's legendary traffic, staggered in by 7 pm. There are some cons to being in the middle of everything, which is what gave the listening room its name according to Akhila. Wood and red accents lend the Middle Room a warm yet edgy aesthetic. The fact that music is the heart of the Middle Room is underlined by the sleek turntable (Technics Sl 1200 mk7 from Tokyo) and a wall of vinyl of over a 1,000 LPs. Sandeep Raman, from the erstwhile Record Room (which Akhila says was more a restaurant with vinyl), presides over the records and some cassettes, playing marvellous jazz records that immediately transport you to neon-lit smoky alleys, and a slinky pair of stockinged legs unwinding from a muscle car to a wailing sax. Murthovic, music producer and DJ, who has burnt the floor in India (Echoes Of Earth, Satellite Beachside, NH7 Weekender) and abroad, and artist and creative director, Avinash, travelled the world and the seven seas, to build up the vinyl library, the equipment and acoustics. While music is the food of love at Middle Room, there is a short selection of small and large plates courtesy of Chef Adithya Kidambi. The drinks are shepherded by the grace of bar demon, Arijit Bose, the brains behind Spirit Forward and Courtyard's Wine in Progress in Bengaluru as well as Goa's Bar Tesouro. While the drinks menu is beer forward, offering Kölsch and stout from Mannheim, miso chilli sour (a Great State Ale collaboration), and Geist's Kamacitra, as well as the dreaded beer cocktails, I choose to be contrary and go for Prosecco. As we look at the cute little Star Wars action figures and the vinyls, which are a mix of old and new presses, we decide on small eats. I try the pumpkin rissois, which is an interesting marriage of curried roasted pumpkin and whipped goat cheese. The meaty flavour takes some getting used to. The char-grilled broccoli follows where the lime and green chili emulsion gives a gentle jolt of joy. My friend started with a birria dosa, which is the Middle Room's variation on the birria taco, where the crisp little dosa stands in for the taco. Stuffed with slow cooked goat leg, it made for a comfort bite. Feeling adventurous, we chose the Naga pork next. Though not at all hot (where were the ghost chillies of yesteryear), it featured lean and flavourful meat. Oh and even though Middle Room does not take requests, Sandeep was kind enough to play 'Dont Look Back in Anger,' and in place of a rowdy singalong, we quietly mouthed, 'Please don't put your life in the hands/ Of a rock 'n' roll band/ Who'll throw it all away… Middle Room is open from Tuesday to Sunday. Log on to to book your spot
NDTV
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Post Shows Various Wrong Spellings Of "Bisi Bele Bath" On Restaurant Menus. Foodies React
Bisi Bele Bath is a wholesome traditional dish from Karnataka. This lentil rice has a distinctive taste and flavour derived from the use of specific spices. Bisi Bele Bath is a unique mix of tanginess and spiciness with a hint of sweetness. It is a beloved one-pot meal that is also enjoyed in other parts of the country. However, it turns out that people don't always get the spelling of this popular dish right. Recently, a post about the same grabbed many eyeballs on X (formerly Twitter) and sparked a discussion about misspelt foods in general. Also Read: Comedian's Hilarious Take On Korean Flavoured Snacks Leaves Internet In Splits A woman currently based in Hyderabad took to X to share screenshots of different variations on the name " Bisi Bele Bath" she came across on restaurant menus (as listed on a food delivery app). Based on these images, it is clear that multiple Hyderabad establishments have misspelt the dish in various ways. Their menus feature names like "Bissbila Bath," "Bisi Bela Bhath," "Bismilla Bath," "Bisi Belle Bath," "Bissi Belle Bath," "Bisibele Bhat," "Bise Bile Bath," and "Bisibillebath." In the caption, the X user wrote, "Hyderabad's way of ruining a Bangalorean's day. Breaks my heart every time I see a new spelling." Hyderabad's way of ruining a Bangalorean's day. Breaks my heart every time I see a new spelling 💔😭😭 Bisi Bele Bath anta bariyodu yeshTu kashTa? Thuu — V (@Dhichkyaaon) July 2, 2025 In the comments below the post, foodies had a lot to say about these misspellings. Some people found certain examples rather funny. Some were angry about the restaurants' mistakes. A few X users made other suggestions. Read selected reactions below: I personally hate it but this is unacceptable. Hyderabad restaurants has no clue what they've done here🤣😂, whereas here in Bengaluru we've kept exact names of other's cuisines.— Thilak (@thilak_tweetz) July 3, 2025 Bissi belle bath is spicier version of bisi bele bath.— rajesh (@RajSjshetty) July 3, 2025 Should be named as BB Bath to avoid confusion..— Madhu 🇮🇳 (@iMadhu_) July 3, 2025 taking bath with bile juice... 😂— Eristic (@motleyIND) July 2, 2025 As someone from Udupi, when I hear Udipi, MY EARS BLEED!— Anubha (@artbyahbuna) July 2, 2025 Looking at the price I am sure it's not Bisi Bele Bath..— Draco (@Joh_Times) July 3, 2025 And what's special with these which is so pricy! Are they adding some secret ingredients?— Sumanth ಸುಮಂತ್ (@sumanthchandar) July 2, 2025 Before this, a viral post about a 'misspelt' Bisleri bottle led to people sharing the funny variations they had come across. Read the complete story here.
