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DesignCafe Expands Bengaluru Presence with New Kanakapura Road Experience Centre

Posted on September 24, 2026September 24, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

New 2,750 sq. ft. centre becomes the brand’s fifth in Bengaluru and 24th across India

Bengaluru, September 2026: DesignCafe has strengthened its presence in Bengaluru with the launch of a new Experience Centre on Kanakapura Road, taking its total number of centres in the city to five and its nationwide network to 24.

Spread across 2,750 sq. ft., the new centre is aimed at homeowners in South Bengaluru, particularly those living along the rapidly developing Kanakapura Road residential corridor.

The centre showcases modular kitchens, wardrobes, living and bedroom concepts, along with a range of materials, finishes and space-saving solutions. Designed as an experiential space, it allows customers to see and explore different interior options before finalising their home design.

Kanakapura Road has witnessed considerable residential development in recent years, with several new apartment projects and established residential communities. With the new centre, DesignCafe aims to bring its design services closer to homeowners looking for organised and end-to-end interior solutions.

Speaking about the launch, Gita Ramanan, Co-founder and CEO, DesignCafe, said that Bengaluru holds special significance for the company as the city where the brand began.

She said the expansion on Kanakapura Road is part of the company’s strategy to strengthen its presence in markets where it already has an established customer base. According to her, homeowners are increasingly looking for interiors that reflect their everyday routines and individual requirements rather than simply choosing designs from a catalogue.

DesignCafe said its approach focuses on understanding a family’s lifestyle, habits and space requirements before developing the interior design. The new centre enables customers to experience the materials, layouts and finishes in person and interact with designers during the planning process.

Personalisation, transparency and craftsmanship remain central to the brand’s interior design offering. DesignCafe also highlights its in-house manufacturing capabilities, quality checks and long-term warranty as part of its end-to-end service model.

The new Kanakapura Road Experience Centre is now open to visitors, giving homeowners an opportunity to explore interior solutions, consult with designers and begin planning their homes.

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Sulaiman Khateeb’s Poetry Comes Alive on Stage with ‘Kewde Ka Bann’

Posted on September 24, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

Bengaluru: The poetry and social vision of renowned Dakhani Urdu poet and Karnataka Rajyotsava Award recipient Sulaiman Khateeb will come alive on stage through the musical drama ‘Kewde Ka Bann’, to be staged at the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts on September 25th, at 7 pm.

Known for his distinctive blend of humour, satire and social commentary, Khateeb’s writings have addressed issues including social inequality, the struggles of farmers and workers, women’s rights, dowry, corruption, education and communal harmony. His popular book has already gone through 16 editions.

The play has been adapted to introduce Khateeb’s literary work to a wider and younger audience while retaining the flavour of his original Dakhani style. Through music, folk traditions, humour and satire, the production presents social issues in an engaging and accessible format.

The Sulaiman Khateeb Educational, Cultural and Charitable Trust is also working to preserve and carry forward his literary and social legacy. The initiative seeks to promote Dakhani Urdu language, literature and theatre while highlighting values such as education, equality, humanity and social harmony.

‘Kewde Ka Bann’ is expected to offer audiences of different age groups an entertaining cultural experience while bringing attention to themes that continue to resonate with contemporary society.

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LUSH Returns to Bengaluru with New Store at Nexus Mall, Koramangala

Posted on September 23, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

British fresh handmade cosmetics brand opens its fifth India store, reconnecting with Bengaluru customers after over a decade

Bengaluru, September 23, 2026: British fresh handmade cosmetics brand LUSH has returned to Bengaluru with the opening of its new store at Nexus Mall, Koramangala. The store, launched in partnership with Bilberry Brands India Private Limited, marks LUSH’s fifth retail outlet in India and its first in Bengaluru.

The store was officially opened following a launch event held on September 22, which brought together beauty enthusiasts, influencers, media representatives and LUSH customers. The event featured product demonstrations, personalised consultations and interactive experiences, allowing visitors to explore the brand’s range of skincare, haircare, bath, body and fragrance products.

LUSH’s popular bath bombs, solid shampoo bars, skincare products and fragrances were among the key attractions, giving customers an opportunity to experience the products, textures and scents first-hand.

A Homecoming to Bengaluru

The Bengaluru launch marks LUSH’s return to the city after more than a decade. Speaking at the launch, Vishal Anand, Founder and CEO, Bilberry Brands India Private Limited, said Bengaluru has a special connection with the company as it is also home to Bilberry Brands.

He said Bengaluru has been an important market for LUSH’s online business, with a strong customer community already familiar with the brand. The new store, he added, will allow customers to experience LUSH products in person and engage directly with the brand’s team.

With the Bengaluru outlet, LUSH now has a physical presence in Delhi, Chandigarh, Gurugram, Mumbai and Bengaluru. The company is also strengthening its online presence through Lush.in, Myntra Beauty and Tata CLiQ Luxury.

The brand said its expansion strategy combines physical stores with digital platforms, giving customers both the convenience of online shopping and the opportunity to explore products through in-store experiences.

Store: LUSH Bengaluru, Ground Floor, Nexus Mall, Koramangala, Bengaluru.

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Akaash Ashok Kumar Wins Inaugural Karnataka State Ranking Tenpin Bowling Title

Posted on September 23, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

Defeats top seed Kishan R by 101 pins in a closely contested final at Jayanagar

Bengaluru, September 23, 2026: Akaash Ashok Kumar emerged as the champion of the 1st Karnataka State Ranking Tenpin Bowling Tournament, held at Amoeba Bowling Center in Jayanagar, Bengaluru.

The second-seeded Akaash put up a strong performance in the final to defeat top seed Kishan R by 101 pins. The two-game final was decided on cumulative pinfall, with Akaash finishing with 451 pins against Kishan’s 350.

Akaash took control of the final in the opening game, scoring 232 pins, while Kishan managed 157. The 75-pin advantage gave Akaash a strong start.

He continued his impressive form in the second game, scoring 219 pins. Kishan improved his performance with 193, but Akaash’s consistency across both games helped him secure a comfortable 101-pin victory and the championship title.

Earlier, the knockout stage saw two matches that decided the finalists. Top seed Kishan R defeated fourth seed Vijay Punjabi 358–318, while Akaash beat third seed Sahil Punjabi 447–342.
Akaash’s strong showing in the knockout round carried into the final as he completed a dominant campaign to finish at the top of the podium.

Special Prizes
Highest Average in 6 Games: Akaash Ashok Kumar – 216.33
Highest Average in 18 Games: Kishan R – 202.61
Most Scores Above 225: Akaash Ashok Kumar – 5
Highest Average in 12 Games (Women): Preemal J – 164.25

Final Standings
Akaash Ashok Kumar – Winner
Kishan R – Runner-up
Sahil Punjabi – Third
Vijay Punjabi – Fourth.

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136 Second Chances: Narayana Health Celebrates Life Beyond Heart and Lung Transplants

Posted on September 23, 2026 by City Today News (City today.media)

More than 40 transplant recipients and families come together ahead of World Heart Day; programme highlights long-term recovery, advanced care and the urgent need for organ donation

Bengaluru, September 23, 2026: For patients battling end-stage heart or lung failure, a transplant can mean more than overcoming a life-threatening illness—it can open the door to a new beginning. Ahead of World Heart Day on September 29, Narayana Health City, Bengaluru, brought together more than 40 heart and lung transplant recipients and their families to celebrate their journeys and the gift of a second chance at life.

Narayana Health City has performed 136 heart and lung transplants to date, including complex adult and paediatric procedures. The programme combines advanced surgical expertise, critical-care facilities, mechanical circulatory support and multidisciplinary transplant care to manage some of the most challenging cases.

For transplant recipients, however, the success of a transplant goes beyond the operating theatre. According to Narayana Health, 95% of recipients have returned to meaningful lives, with some children resuming school and others returning to sports and other activities they once thought were no longer possible.

The gathering also featured inspiring stories of long-term recovery. V.K., a 16-year heart transplant survivor, represents one of the programme’s longest surviving recipients. S.S., who underwent a heart transplant after suffering from end-stage heart failure, later won a gold medal at the World Transplant Games.

The programme has also treated patients across different age groups. Baby K., who received a donor heart at just 14 months, became India’s youngest heart transplant recipient, while K.S., who underwent a combined heart-lung transplant at 68, continues to live an active life at 75.

The programme has also handled complex combined heart and lung transplants, including patients such as A.F.M., transplanted in 2022, and N.N., transplanted in 2025. Such procedures require close coordination between transplant surgeons, cardiologists, pulmonologists, intensivists and other specialist teams.

For critically ill patients who cannot safely wait for a donor organ, Narayana Health City also uses advanced ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation) and Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) to provide life-sustaining support. These technologies can help stabilise selected patients with severe heart or respiratory failure while they await transplantation.

Narayana Health City has also emerged as a destination for transplant patients from across the country. Nearly 50% of its 136 heart and lung transplant recipients have come from outside Karnataka, representing patients from 19 Indian states. The programme has also treated international patients, including recipients from Sudan.

While celebrating successful transplant journeys, the event also drew attention to India’s continuing shortage of donor organs. Many patients across the country remain on transplant waiting lists, making organ donation a critical public-health need.

Narayana Health urged the public to learn more about organ donation and consider registering as donors. For patients waiting for a suitable organ, a donor pledge can ultimately mean the difference between continued uncertainty and a second chance at life.

The stories celebrated at the event reinforced a message that extends beyond transplantation: medical innovation can save a life, but successful recovery gives patients the opportunity to live that life fully.

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