Two fatal accidents in Udupi claim lives of labourer, biker
A labourer succumbed to injuries after being hit by a bus on NH 169(A) near Athradi. In a separate incident, a two-wheeler rider died in a collision in Brahmavar. Read the full report.
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Man loses Rs 13 lakh in share market investment scam
A man from Shankaranarayana lost over Rs 13 lakh in an online investment fraud. The scam began with a Facebook reel promising high returns. Read the full story and learn how to protect yourself.
Mangaluru youth arrested for provocative social media post
Mangaluru police arrest a 22-year-old for a misleading social media post about a communal incident. The post was found to be false and aimed at disturbing harmony. Read details.
₹1 Crore Illegal Liquor Seized on Mumbai-Nashik Highway
Kalyan Excise vigilance team intercepts a container smuggling foreign liquor worth nearly ₹1 crore from Goa & MP. Driver arrested, investigation ongoing to bust the racket. Read details.
Gurgaon beer price probe: Vends accused of overcharging bars
Gurgaon's excise department investigates liquor vends for allegedly overcharging restaurants for beer, violating policy and encouraging tax evasion. Full details inside.
1.5-Year-Old Dies After Slipping into Well in Udupi
A 1.5-year-old child, Keerthan, died after falling into a well in Kinnimulki, Udupi. The toddler slipped from her mother's arms. Read the full tragic details here.
Udupi DC Ensures Smooth Traffic on NH-66 Diversion Routes
Udupi Deputy Commissioner Swaroopa TK instructs officials to inspect and improve alternative routes for heavy vehicles during the Katpadi junction overpass construction on NH-66, addressing public inconvenience.
Udupi Police Traces 60 Lost Mobiles via CEIR
Udupi Town police successfully traced and returned around 60 lost mobile phones to their owners using the CEIR portal. Learn how this tech initiative is helping citizens.
Udupi Orders Probe Into Police Conduct in 2014 Accident Case
Udupi SP orders departmental inquiry into allegations against police during arrest attempt in a 2014 road accident case. Case transferred, investigation halted temporarily. Details inside.
Bridge closure for 2 years cripples DK-Udupi border villages
The Shambhavi River bridge connecting Palimaru and Balkunje remains shut for two years, causing severe hardship. Locals demand action as authorities fail to start repairs or new construction.
Udupi's Poornima Janardhan Wins Vermeil Award in Bali
Poornima Janardhan from Udupi's postal department won the Vermeil Award at the International Philately Exhibition in Bali for her stamp collection on Hindu deities. Read her inspiring story.
Chandigarh warns against liquor sales on social media
Chandigarh's Excise Commissioner warns of strict action against illegal liquor promotion on social media. Stakeholders propose beer-focused reforms for 2026-27 policy. Read more.
Excise Seizes 500L Illicit Liquor in T'puram, 2 Arrested
Thiruvananthapuram excise department's special drive nets 500 litres of illicit liquor and wash, leading to two arrests. Officials vow to continue intensified inspections to curb illegal trade.
Udupi youth dies in assault, four arrested under BNS
A young man, Santosh Poojary, died after being assaulted by a group of four following a heated argument in Udupi's Padukere. The Kota police have registered a case and arrested the accused. Read the full details.
Pawan Kalyan: Silence Not an Option on Sanatana Dharma
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, at Udupi's Gitotsava, called for protecting Sanatana Dharma and integrating Gita into education. Read his full speech and the seer's demands.
Udupi man loses Rs 10.7 lakh to WhatsApp APK scam
A 57-year-old in Udupi lost Rs 10.7 lakh after downloading a malicious APK file sent via WhatsApp. Cyber police have registered a case. Learn how to protect yourself from such cyber fraud.
Udupi Rolls Out AI-Powered Traffic Management System
Udupi district launches an AI-driven Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) with 14 high-resolution cameras and speed radar guns to automate violation detection and improve road safety.
Central Excise Amendment Bill 2025 Passed by Parliament
Parliament has approved the Central Excise Amendment Bill, 2025, raising excise duty on tobacco products. The move aims to boost revenue and curb consumption. Read the full details and implications here.
Govt clarifies tobacco levy is excise duty, not a new cess
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman clarified in Lok Sabha that the tobacco levy is an excise duty, not a new cess. The move aims to keep cigarettes unaffordable and revenue will be shared with states.
Lok Sabha Passes Bill on Tobacco Excise Duty
The Lok Sabha has passed a crucial bill to amend excise duty rates on tobacco and its products. This legislative move aims to update the Central Excise Act, 1944. Read for details and implications.
Retired Bank Employee Loses Rs 21 Lakh in Facebook Ad Scam
A 72-year-old retired bank employee from Karnataka lost over Rs 21 lakh after clicking a fraudulent Facebook ad. The scam involved a fake bank card offer. Learn how to protect yourself from such online fraud.
Udupi Police Arrest Habitual Housebreaker, Recover ₹65L Gold
Udupi Town police swiftly arrested a repeat offender with 11 cases, recovering stolen gold ornaments valued at ₹65.7 lakh from a Badagubettu burglary. Read the full breakthrough details.
Ex-Minister Denied Pass for PM Modi's Udupi Event
Former minister Pramod Madhwaraj voluntarily abstained from PM Modi's Udupi event after being denied a pass, despite donating a gold kavacha to Sri Krishna Mutt. Read the full story.
Govt Bills to Levy Excise on Tobacco, Cess on Pan Masala
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introduces bills to impose excise duty on tobacco and a health cess on pan masala, ensuring high taxes after GST compensation ends. Read the details.
Udupi: Rs 44.6 Lakh Gold Stolen in Temple Area Burglary
Burglars in Udupi's Badagubettu village stole 368g of gold worth Rs 44.6 lakh from a 53-year-old woman's home near Sharadamba Temple. Police have registered a case. Read for details.
Udupi School Aims for World Record with Gita Recital
Anandathirtha Vidyalaya in Pajaka, Udupi, attempts a Golden Book World Record for largest single-school recital of Bhagavad Gita's Chapter 15. Event on Dec 7. Read more.
New Excise Duty Bills for Tobacco, Pan Masala Introduced in LS
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman tables two key bills in Lok Sabha to impose excise duty on tobacco and a cess on pan masala, replacing the GST compensation cess. Get the full details.
New Excise Duty on Tobacco, Cess on Pan Masala Proposed
The government will table two key bills in Lok Sabha to impose excise duty on tobacco and a new cess on pan masala manufacturing. This move follows the end of the GST compensation cess. Read for details.
Udupi Proposes International Airport to PM Modi
Udupi's religious leaders propose international airport, Mangaluru-Udupi metro & infrastructure upgrades to PM Modi. Plan aims to boost tourism, trade & tech in coastal Karnataka.
5 dead as goods tempo overturns in Mangaluru accident
Tragic accident on NH-66 claims 5 lives as tempo carrying workers overturns. MLA visits site, minister expresses grief. Details on victims and ongoing investigation.
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