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Applications invited

Applications are invited for the Sri Kailasa Manasa Sarovar Yatra via Nepal during May, June and July. Pilgrims who wish to undertake the yatra may contact Srikantha, 766, Gokulam, 5th A Cross, Banashankari 1st Stage, 2nd Block (ph: 9886164369).

Astrology course

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in collaboration with the Indian Council of Astrological Sciences will commence their course on astrology on January 6 for a period of 10 months in English medium on every Saturday and Sunday. Those interested may call 22267303 for details.

Soiled notes

Vijaya Bank, Rajajinagar, Cox Town, Sarakki and Moodalpalya branches will be exchanging soiled and mutilated notes for coins on January 21, February 18 and March 18 from the general public. Those interested may make use of this facility.

BESCOM drive

The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) on Wednesday launched a drive to detect power theft. The massive anti-theft drive was conducted in Kolar, Venkatagiri Kote, and Chintamani sub-division. Thirty-seven criminal cases were booked. The raid was headed by M. Pradeep Kumar, Deputy Superintendent of Police and H.B. Neelakanthamurthy, Executive Engineer, BESCOM Vigilance, along with other staff.

New institute

Manipal Hospital has introduced Manipal Institute of Liver and Digestive Disorders, which will be a dedicated unit for treatment of liver and digestive diseases. The integrated unit comprises of gstroenterologists, gastrointestinal surgeons, therapeutic endoscopists and interventional radiologists. The major thrust areas for the centre will be liver transplantation and bariatric surgery.

First Flight's service

First Flight Couriers has announced the addition of Bangalore to its recently started aviation operations. With this the company is now offering direct connectivity between the main trade hubs of the country — Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai and Delhi.

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