Author: Asra Mavad

Bengaluru: Sunitha Krishnan, founder of Prajwala, a non-profit involved in rescue and rehabilitation of sex trafficking and sex crime victims, has released a memoir. Called ‘I Am What I Am’, the autobiography is a story of hope and possibilities, says Sunitha. The 284-pager dives deep into the social activist’s life and shares the journey of Prajwala. Established in 1996, Prajwala has carried out several rescue operations across the country and also some international ones. Based in Telangana, it now boasts a team of 200. “I’m sharing the truth of my life to the limits that I can. If people can…

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Bengaluru has introduced a new ride-hailing service called ‘Nagara Metered Auto’ in an attempt to bring back the meter culture in the city. Launched in June and backed by Karnataka Rajya Chalakara Parishath, this service operates through a website and a WhatsApp chatbot, distinguishing itself from other ride-aggregators. The aim is to prevent drivers from being cheated and offer passengers government-fixed fares of Rs 30 for the first 2 km and Rs 15 for every additional kilometer. However, despite over 1,500 drivers registering on the app, Metrolife’s attempts to hail a ride were unsuccessful. The service is still finding its…

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