Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar suggested extending the closing time for standalone pubs in Bengaluru to 1am, highlighting the need for a vibrant nightlife for techies and IT professionals.

Stating that Bengaluru is an international city that needs to be “lively”, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday indicated a possible solution to pubs staying open beyond the ...

The Karnataka government is likely to allow standalone pubs in Bengaluru to operate until 1 am to enhance nightlife and boost revenue in the tech hub.(Representative Image: Bloomberg) The ...