Namaskara, Bengaluru ☀️

Bengaluru has a name with a story of its own. One famous tale says it comes from Benda Kaaluru, often translated as “town of boiled beans.” But the story goes deeper: historical references to Bengaluru go back much further, and there are other theories about where the name came from.

So, this weekend, we're digging into a city where even the name has a little mystery.

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☕ Bengaluru Trivia

Which Bengaluru institution was established in 1909 after Jamsetji Tata's vision for a world-class research institute?
Answer at the end.

What’s Trending?

The Gym is now a party venue in BLR

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Bengaluru nightlife has apparently decided that clubs are optional.

A recent Times of India report highlighted the city's growing habit of turning unexpected spaces - including gyms - into party venues, with rave-style events combining workouts, DJs and dancing.

The internet's reaction can basically be summarised as: why choose between leg day and a night out?

👉 Read the Bengaluru gym-party story

Recipe of the week: Jhunka Vadi

A North Karnataka favourite, Jhunka Vadi turns gram flour into firm, spiced pieces that work beautifully with jolada rotti, chutney or a cup of evening kaapi.

Art & Creativity

  • Crochet Workshop: Sat | Bengaluru
    Pick up the basics of crochet and spend a couple of hours making something instead of scrolling.

  • Wheel Pottery: Sat | Bengaluru
    Get your hands dirty and try pottery on the wheel. A solid choice if your weekend needs a screen-free activity.

  • Clay Miniature Workshop: Sun | Bengaluru
    A hands-on clay session for two. Make tiny things together; argue later about who made the better one.

  • Open Mic Poetry Recital: Sat, | Mushroom Studio
    Poetry, storytelling, music and live jamming - or simply come and listen.

Sports & Fitness

  • Founders Running Club: Sat, 7 AM | Bengaluru
    A free Saturday morning run for founders and the startup community - a good way to get moving before the city fully wakes up.

  • HYROX ADDA: Sat, 4 PM | The Fit Ground
    Run, workout stations, HYROX-style training and recovery - for anyone who wants something more energetic than a regular gym session.

  • SFL Badminton Tournament: Sun, 10 AM | Orchid Sports Academy
    A competitive badminton tournament with singles and doubles categories. Perfect if your “Sunday plans” usually involve a racket.

  • Badminton Mixer: Sat, 5 PM | Bengaluru
    A more casual option if you want to play, meet people and get some court time without committing to a tournament.

The Weekend’s Big Update

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The 64th Bengaluru Ganesh Utsava reaches its finale tomorrow, September 26.

The official programme lists the grand procession from 4 PM, beginning at BMS College of Engineering and moving through Gandhi Bazaar Circle and DVG Road before ending at APS College Grounds in Basavanagudi.

If Basavanagudi is your destination, check the route before leaving. A normal Saturday drive may not remain particularly normal.

👉 See the official Bengaluru Ganesh Utsava schedule

Weekend Picks

Your Turn, Bengaluru

See you in the next kaapi. Same city, slightly better plans.

Trivia answer: Kempambudhi Lake.

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