Akka Pade Initiative Launched in Dakshina Kannada
Dakshina Kannada SP flags off 'Akka Pade' vehicles. Teams of women home guards to provide immediate protection to women and children in distress across 31 districts.
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Dakshina Kannada, Udupi usher in New Year 2026 with festivities
Coastal Karnataka welcomed 2026 with vibrant celebrations. Beaches and eateries saw huge crowds, while churches held special masses. Over 20 mega events reported sold-out bookings. Read more.
Coastal Karnataka Braces for New Year Celebrations with Restrictions
Dakshina Kannada and Udupi prepare for New Year's Eve with numerous parties. While police guidelines restrict DJ music, organisers adapt with open-air events. Tourist influx surges as hotels reach full occupancy. Read more.
Mangaluru Bus Operators to Take Over Bus Stand Maintenance
Dakshina Kannada Bus Operators' Association proposes to maintain Mangaluru's State Bank bus stand, citing a lack of basic facilities for passengers and staff. Read about their plan.
Vande Bharat Express Approved for Bengaluru-Mangaluru Route
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirms Vande Bharat Express can now operate between Bengaluru and Mangaluru. Read about the electrification progress and the push from local MP.
Two Held for Damaging Toll Booth, Attacking Employees
Dakshina Kannada police arrest two men for vandalizing a toll plaza and assaulting employees. The incident, caught on CCTV, highlights rising tensions at toll collection points. Read the full report.
Toll staff assaulted, gate damaged in Mangaluru
Two toll employees were assaulted and a gate damaged after a truck driver refused to pay at Brahmarakootlu plaza. Police have arrested the driver and cleaner. Read the full details.
800 Karnataka Schools Listed for Closure: AIDSO
AIDSO alleges Karnataka's KPS Magnet scheme will close 800 government schools, merging low-enrollment ones. State secretary Ajay Kamath calls govt clarification a deception. Read the full report.
Harekala Hajabba's PU College functions without own building
Padma Shri awardee Harekala Hajabba's PU college in Mangaluru operates from high school classrooms due to stalled Rs 5.3 crore building project. Low admissions delay government funding, but PSUs offer support.
KSRTC Tender for 900 Buses, Priority for Coastal Karnataka
Karnataka's KSRTC has invited tenders to procure 900 new buses. Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy stated Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts will be prioritized for the new fleet allocation.
Mary Kom Inaugurates 9th Mangaluru Kambala Festival
The 9th Mangaluru Kambala, inaugurated by Mary Kom, saw 170 buffalo pairs compete. MP Capt Brijesh Chowta emphasized local development. Read about the unique traditions and patriotic celebrations.
Helicopter rides launched at Mangaluru's Karavali Utsava
Mangaluru launches thrilling helicopter rides during Karavali Utsava, offering breathtaking aerial views of the coast. Experience a unique break from routine. Book your flight now!
Minister Seeks Vande Bharat Trains for Mangaluru-Bengaluru
Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao requests Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for Vande Bharat services between Mangaluru and Bengaluru to boost regional growth. Read the full story.
Helicopter Joyrides Launch at Mangaluru's Karavali Utsava
Karavali Utsava 2025 in Mangaluru launches thrilling helicopter joyrides from Sultan Battery and a sports festival at Ullal Beach. Book your 7-minute scenic flight now!
Kukke Temple: Ultimate Destination for Sarpa Dosha Remedies
Discover the spiritual power of Karnataka's Kukke Subramanya Temple, a revered site for mitigating Sarpa Dosha. Learn about key rituals, best times to visit, and the temple's divine connection to serpent deities. Plan your pilgrimage today.
Akola Toll Plaza Violence: Staff Attack Motorists Over Fee Row
A dispute over toll collection at Savarkhed plaza on Akola-Washim highway turned violent. Staff allegedly assaulted local motorists with sticks & pipes. One critically injured. Police register case.
New Toll Gate on Mangaluru-Kasaragod NH-66 Faces Legal Hurdle
NHAI plans a second toll gate within 22 km on NH-66, doubling costs for commuters. Activists & an MLA have moved Kerala HC against it. Will bus fares rise?
Sansad Khel Mahotsav ends in DK with PM Modi interaction
The Sansad Khel Mahotsav concluded in Dakshina Kannada, featuring PM Modi's video interaction with sports talents. The event, part of 'Fit Youth for a Developed India', saw thousands participate.
Rs 140 Crore Unclaimed in DK Banks; Rs 20 Crore Returned
Banks in Dakshina Kannada hold Rs 140 crore in unclaimed deposits. Under the 'Your Money, Your Right' drive, Rs 20 crore was returned. Learn how to claim your money via UDGAM portal.
SDM College Ujire founding principal Prof S Prabhakar dies at 90
Renowned educationist Prof S Prabhakar, founding principal of SDM College Ujire, passed away at 90. Explore his legacy in rural education and literature.
BJP Wins Bajpe, Kinnigoli Panchayat Polls in Dakshina Kannada
BJP wins majority in Bajpe and emerges as single largest party in Kinnigoli town panchayat elections. Results declared Dec 27 after polls held on Dec 21. Full results and details inside.
38 Defunct Liquor Licences Up for E-Auction in Coastal Karnataka
Karnataka begins a historic online auction of 38 defunct liquor licences in Dakshina Kannada & Udupi from mid-January. A state-wide move aims for transparency and revenue boost. Details inside.
Student steals ambulance in Gundya, arrested in Hassan
Uppinangady police arrested a 22-year-old student for stealing an ambulance near Gundya check post. The accused, allegedly inebriated, drove it to Hassan. Read the full details.
Congress, BJP MLAs Booked for Cockfighting in Karnataka
Dakshina Kannada police charge 43, including MLA Ashok Kumar Rai and ex-MLA Sanjeeva Matandoor, for illegal cockfighting. Rai defends it as an 800-year-old cultural practice. Read the full story.
Man arrested, stolen ambulance recovered in Dakshina Kannada
Uppinangady police arrested a 22-year-old man and recovered an ambulance stolen from near Gundya check post. The accused was apprehended in Hassan. Read the full investigation details.
BJP: Congress Govt Blocks 800-Year-Old Cockfight Tradition
Dakshina Kannada BJP chief Sathish Kumpala accuses Congress govt of anti-Hindu stance after police obstruct traditional 'Koli Seve' cockfight in Puttur. Read about the brewing protest.
Mangaluru Pulse Polio Drive: 1.3 Lakh Children Protected
Dakshina Kannada's Pulse Polio campaign achieved 96.8% target, vaccinating 1.3 lakh children under five. The drive continues till Dec 24. Ensure your child is protected.
Mangaluru's 40-Day Karavali Utsava 2025 Begins
Mangaluru's Karavali Utsava 2025 is a 40-day festival featuring cultural events, sports, food fests, and music nights from Dec 21 to Jan 30. Explore the full schedule!
PU Exam Timetable Released 5 Months Early in Karnataka
Karnataka's education department announces II PUC exam schedule five months in advance to increase transparency and pass rates. New reforms aim to prevent student dropouts.
Karavali Utsava 2025 Inaugurated, Rs 2 Crore Sanctioned
Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao inaugurated Karavali Utsava 2025, stating such festivals unite people and attract investment for regional development. He announced a Rs 2 crore sanction from the CM.
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