Undertrial prisoner found dead in jail ward of Government Wenlock Hospital in Mangaluru
A bed in every primary health centre is reserved for those affected by heat stroke: DHO
Two beds each at the taluk hospitals and six beds at the Government Wenlock Hospital in Mangaluru have been reserved for the treatment
BJP and Congress Lock Horns in Crucial Polls Northern Karnataka
MANGALURU: May 7th marks a crucial electoral showdown in the Northern Karnataka region, with 14 constituencies, including Kalyana-Karnataka and Kittur Karnataka, heading to the polls. The electoral arena is set for a fierce contest between the Congress and BJP, both vying to secure significant seats and bolster their respective standings at the Center. Amidst this electoral fervor, several constituencies are poised for particularly intriguing battles. The BJP is primarily focusing on the image of Modi and showcasing developmental initiatives, including the Ayodhya Ram Mandir, in its bid to secure votes. Meanwhile, the Congress party is relying on its guarantee schemes and leveraging the anti-incumbency sentiment as key strategies for electoral success. The 14 constituencies slated for elections tomorrow encompass Chikkodi, Belgaum, Bagalkot, Bijapur, Gulbarga, Raichur, Bidar, Koppal, Bellary, Haveri, Dharwad, Uttara Kannada, Shivamogga, and Davangere. In the 2019 election, BJP had won all these seats. This electoral spectacle features a noteworthy lineup of candidates, including two Union Ministers, two former Chief Ministers, and the children of three Karnataka Cabinet Ministers, alongside the son-in-law of the AICC president. The districts have witnessed a flurry of political activity, with both state and central leaders canvassing extensively for their candidates. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with leaders like Amit Shah, JP Nadda, and Vijayendra, has spearheaded vigorous campaigns, while Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge have mobilized their forces with equal fervor. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM and KPCC president DK Shivakumar have strategically shifted focus to the North Karnataka region post the conclusion of elections in South and Coastal Karnataka on April 26. Of particular interest is the Gulbarga constituency in the Kalyana Karnataka region, where sitting MP Dr. Umesh Jadhav locks horns with Congress candidate Radhakrishna. Radhakrishna, who is the son-in-law of AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge, is at the heart of a political battleground. With the BJP determined to unseat the Congress candidate on the home turf of the AICC president, the Congress has launched an extensive campaign to reclaim its stronghold. Mallikarjun Kharge himself has undertaken numerous tours across Kalyana Karnataka, leaving no stone unturned in his efforts to bolster his party's influence in the region. Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi is fighting against Congress candidate Vinod Asooti in Dharwad. Lingayat seer Dingaleshwar Swamiji's vocal opposition to Joshi's candidacy further underscores the intricacies of local dynamics, leaving people curious about the seer's followers' voting patterns. In Bidar, Union Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers, Bhagwanth Khuba, seeks reelection against Congress' youthful contender Sagar Khandre, son of Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre, amplifying the clash of political legacies. Similarly, in Chikkodi, Priyankar Satish Jarkiholi, daughter of PWD Belagavi district witnesses familial and political confrontations, with PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi's daughter Priyankar Satish Jarkiholi stepping into the electoral arena for the first time against BJP's sitting MP Annasaheb Jolle in Chikkodi. Former CM and BJP leader Jagadish Shettar squares off against Women and Child Welfare Minister Laxmi Hebbalkars son Mrinal Hebbalkar in Belgaum. Former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai's bid for an MP seat from Haveri faces a challenge from Congress' Anandswamy Gaddadevaramath, while Samyukta Patil, daughter of Agriculture Marketing Minister Shivanand Patil, confronts BJP's PC Gaddigaudar who has been winning the seat for BJP since 2004. JD(S), which is in alliance with BJP in Karnataka, is not contesting in any of the 14 constituencies where the election is scheduled on Tuesday. However, JD(S) state president and former CM HD Kumaraswamy, along with his leaders, has been campaigning for the BJP candidates in the North Karnataka region.
Mangaluru International Airport bags Apex India OHS Platinum Award
5-yr-old girl from Uttara Kannada dies of monkey fever after treatment in Mangaluru hospital
5-yr-old girl from Uttara Kannada dies of monkey fever after treatment in Mangaluru hospital naeem Mon, 05/06/2024 - 11:13
BENGALURU: The vibrant Rambo Circus concluded on a high note atthe St Johns Auditorium on Sunday. The travelling circus was live from April 26 to May 5 in the city, marking a remarkable comeback. The show dazzled viewers with a medley of acts, including the daring flying trapeze and a visually-stunning aerial ring performance. A diverse troupe of 40 artistes from across the globe, including India, Russia, and Ethiopia, brought their unique talents to the stage, ensuring an entertainment-packed experience for all ages. The show will be travelling to other cities like Mangaluru, Chandigarh, Surat and Ludhiana for the rest of the month.
Pre-University student dies by suicide in hostel in Karnataka
MANGALURU: A second year Pre-University student allegedly died by suicide at her hostel room in a private college in Moodbidri, police said on Sunday. She was identified as C M Divya (18) from Mysuru, they said. According to the complaint lodged with Moodbidri police station by the girl's parents, she was struggling with health issues and was afraid that she would not score in the NEET examinations for entering professional colleges. She was supposed to take the examination on Sunday. On late Saturday night, the hostel authorities found the student hanging from the ceiling fan in her room, police said.
NEET 2024: Students find questions to be of easy to moderate difficulty level
Students wrote NEET, which is a qualifying examination for admission to medical courses, at 18 centres across Mangaluru. The examination was between 2 p.m. and 5.20 p.m.
Railways seeks to empanel facilitators to help passengers buy unreserved tickets through ATVMs
As many as 21 facilitators are required at Mangaluru Central Station which has five automatic ticket vending machines and 9 at Mangaluru Junction Station that has one ATVM
Bondel Parishioners bid farewell to Assistant Parish Priest Fr Lancy DSouza
Bondel Parishioners bid farewell to Assistant Parish Priest Fr Lancy DSouza Mangaluru: The parishioners of St Lawrence Church , Bondel , held a farewell programme in honour of Asst. Parish Priest Fr Lancy DSouza on Sunday, May 5, 2024. The 7:00 a.m. mass was celebrated by Fr Lancy DSouza Asst parish priest, Fr Andrew Leo [] The post Bondel Parishioners bid farewell to Assistant Parish Priest Fr Lancy DSouza appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
New Mangalore Port Authority Welcomes Eighth Cruise Vessel of the Season
New Mangalore Port Authority Welcomes Eighth Cruise Vessel of the Season Mangaluru: New Mangalore Port Authority welcomed the 8th cruise ship of the season MS INSIGNIA today i.e. 05.05.2024. The Norwegian Cruise Liner arrived in the Port carrying 509 passengers and 407 crew members. The passengers were given a traditional welcome while disembarking from the [] The post New Mangalore Port Authority Welcomes Eighth Cruise Vessel of the Season appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
MRPL registers net profit of Rs 3,596 cr in FY 23-24
MANGALURU: Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has earned a net profit of Rs 3,596 crore during FY 2023-24, up by Rs 2,638 crore profit in FY 2022-23. The board of directors of MRPL, a subsidiary company of ONGC and Schedule A Mini Ratna Category I Company, during its 262nd meeting held on May 3, approved its Standalone and Consolidated Audited Financial Results for the fourth quarter (Q4 FY 2023-24) and year (FY 2023-24) ended March 31, 2024. In 2023-24, the company earned a revenue of Rs 1,05,223 crore from operations (Rs 1,24,736 Crore in FY 2022-23) and a profit before tax of Rs 5,521 Crore (Rs 4,239 Crore in FY 2022-23). The gross margin (GRM) was US$ 10.36 per bbl (FY 2022-23 GRM of US$ 9.88 per bbl). Total reduction in interest bearing Long Term Borrowings was Rs 5,058 crore (ie from Rs 14,837 crore as on March 31, 2023 to Rs 9,779 Crore as on March 31, 2024). The Debt Equity Ratio improved from 1.70 as on March 31, 2023 to 0.94 as on March 31, 2024. The major highlights for the fourth quarter (Q4 FY 2023-24) include the highest crude throughput in a Quarter 4.51 MMT (Previous best was 4.42 MMT during Q4 FY 2015-16). The company for the first time processed KGD6 Crude from Ruby FPSO off Kakinada (API-45.50) in the month of February and KG-D98 Crude (API-33.77) from East Godavari block, in March.
Lakshadweep administration ignores Beypore, starts more ship services to Mangaluru
KOZHIKODE : The ties between Beypore port and Lakshadweep seem to be eroding as the island administration has resumed passenger ship services to Mangaluru. Citing inadequate infrastructural facilities at Beypore port, the Lakshadweep administration has decided not to reinstate vessel services from the port. Earlier, there was a discreet attempt by the Lakshadweep administration to divert freight transit from Beypore and Kochi ports to Mangaluru port, a decision that faced opposition from Kerala. Traders associations in Kozhikode allege that the neglect of Beypore port stems from the Lakshadweep administrations vested interests. Beypore was the preferred choice for many residents of the islands due to its proximity and familial ties with Malabar. Lakshadweep residents share strong cultural bonds with Kozhikode and Malappuram. Until the pandemic, high-speed vessels like Valiyapani, Cheriyapani, and Parali were used for passenger services between Beypore and Lakshadweep. We urged the Lakshadweep port administration to resume ship services, but the port director has rejected the demand citing insufficient draft length at Beypore port, said Sirajudheen Ellathodi, secretary of the Calicut Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Even the smallest all-weather passenger ships of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep Administration -M V Arabian Sea and MV Lakshadweep Sea- require a minimum draft of 3.5 m. The currently available depth at the wharf of Beypore is 3.4 m. Hence, the available depth at Beypore wharf is not sufficient for the safe operation of all-weather passenger vessels owned and operated by Lakshadweep administration, said R Giri Shankar, director of Lakshadweep port department, in a letter to the Calicut Chamber of Commerce. The letter also cites disapproval from competent authorities to restart the service. Despite the Beypore port officers assurance via email to the Lakshadweep administration that the new wharf has a depth of 3.5 m, the island administration is yet to respond. Lakshadweep residents have also protested against the administrations decision. The majority of Dweep residents depend on Kerala, especially Kozhikode, for healthcare and education. Since the administration discontinued ship services to Beypore, we are compelled to travel to Kochi and now to Mangaluru for transportation facilities. What is the use of conducting service to Mangaluru if we want to travel to Kozhikode? We are facing significant challenges under the Lakshadweep administration led by Praful K Patel, said Dr S M Althaf, a resident of Lakshadweep. Meanwhile, the Lakshadweep administration restarted the vessel service connecting Kadmat and Kilthan islands in Lakshadweep with Mangaluru Old Port on Thursday. The ticket price is set at Rs 650 for a single journey.
Mangaluru Airport Threat: FIR Filed Over Explosives Warning
Police launch investigation after airport receives alarming email warning of explosives, joining a string of similar incidents nationwide
Security Tightened At Mangaluru Airport After Bomb Scare Email: Cops
Security has been beefed up at the Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) after the airport authorities received an email about a bomb scare, police said on Saturday.
Mangaluru International Airport Ramps Up Security Following Bomb Scare
Mangaluru International Airport enhances security measures after receiving bomb scare email from 'Terrorisers 111', prompting multiple security sweeps and FIR registration.
Bomb Threat: Security Beefed Up at Mangaluru International Airport
The FIR quoting the email has stated that here are explosives placed in three places in the airport and we expect large scale bloodshed will happen
Bomb threat: Security up at Mangaluru Airport
Mangaluru (Karnataka), Security has been beefed up at the Mangaluru International Airport (MIA) after the airport authorities received an email about a bomb scare, police said on Saturday. Following the threat received on April 29, the CISF and the police got into multiple levels of security sweeps all over the airport. A First Information Report has been registered in Bajpe police station stating that a certain group identifying itself as 'Terrorisers 111' had sent the emails. The FIR quoting the email has stated that here are explosives placed in three places in the airport and we expect large scale bloodshed will happen. This warning and threat should not be taken lightly. Commissioner of police of Mangaluru city Anupam Aggarwal has confirmed that the FIR has been registered. According to sources, the MIA along with over 30 other Airport Authority of India and private airports received a bomb threat on mail on April 29, 2024. The mail was sent to 90+ email IDs of airports and security agencies - CISF. As per protocol, the MIA complained to the jurisdictional Bajpe police station where an FIR has been registered. According to the Indian Airports Manual, airport security machinery anywhere in the country takes up total search operations and ramps up security sweep. The standard protocol is followed every time when such threats surface. The 'terrorisers 111' has used the email address of the airports that is notified on the public websites of the airports.
Mangaluru International Airport receives hoax bomb threat on mail
Bajpe police probe bomb threat email at Mangaluru International Airport on April 29. Anupam Agrawal confirms explosive threat under IPC 507. Investigation uncovers multiple bomb scare messages sent to 30 airports. Over 90 email IDs targeted.
Security heightened at Mangaluru Airport after bomb threat mail
Security heightened at Mangaluru Airport after bomb threat mail naeem Sat, 05/04/2024 - 14:25
Congress Targets 18 Parliamentary Seats in Karnataka
Mangaluru: Amidst fervent speculation, Congress leaders in Karnataka have set their sights on securing over 18 parliamentary seats in the upcoming elections. Their optimism stems from the remarkable performance in the last year's assembly elections, where they clinched 135 seats, coupled with the successful implementation of five guarantee schemes. We secured 135 assembly seats in the previous election. If we translate this victory, it would equate to 18 parliamentary seats, KPCC working president Manjunath Bhandary told Deccan Chronicle. Our track record of delivering on these promises has resonated positively with the people. Therefore, we are confident of surpassing 18 seats in the parliamentary elections, he expressed hope. Bhandary emphasized the comparative failures of the BJP government in fulfilling promises in 10 years, contrasting them with Congress's successful implementation of assurances within months of coming to power. He also highlighted Prime Minister Modi's recent speeches, criticizing the absence of a report card on the government's achievements and instead focusing on tangential issues like 'Mangalsutra,' which, according to him, indicates BJP's apprehension. Congress leaders are eyeing and setting strategies to win those cosntiteuncies in North Karnataka region where the party had lost the last election by a small margin and also those places where there is unhappiness within BJP. Meanwhile, BJP leaders, while acknowledging the potential impact of the guarantee schemes, assert that the voting patterns of the people will remain in favor of the Modi government in the parliamentary elections, citing satisfaction with its performance.
Mangaluru: EREVNA 2024 inaugurated at Kasturba Medical College, Attavar - Daijiworld.com
Mangaluru: EREVNA 2024 inaugurated at Kasturba Medical College, Attavar Daijiworld.com
Drinking water rationing in Mangaluru from May 5
There will be no water supply to buildings under construction and to vehicle washing centres till further orders. The water connection will be disconnected by MCC staff if there are any instances of wastage of water, says Commissioner of MCC
IPL 2024: Fan park to come up in Mangaluru on May 4 and 5 - Deccan Herald
IPL 2024: Fan park to come up in Mangaluru on May 4 and 5 Deccan Herald
Water rationing in Mangaluru from May 5; supply on alternate days
Water rationing in Mangaluru from May 5; supply on alternate days naeem Fri, 05/03/2024 - 19:45
Lakshadweep - Mangaluru passenger vessel resumes; high-speed craft reduces time to 7 hrs
Lakshadweep - Mangaluru passenger vessel resumes; high-speed craft reduces time to 7 hrs naeem Fri, 05/03/2024 - 15:28
Much-awaited Tulu movie 'Gabbar Singh' releases in Mangaluru, Udupi - Daijiworld.com
Much-awaited Tulu movie 'Gabbar Singh' releases in Mangaluru, Udupi Daijiworld.com
Dual Celebration at St Lawrence Church Bondel
Dual Celebration at St Lawrence Church Bondel Mangaluru: St Lawrence Church witnessed the celebration of the sacrament of Confirmation and Parish Foundation Day on May 1st, 2024. Bishop Emeritus Aloysius Paul DSouza administered the sacrament of Confirmation to 86 children of St Lawrence Church Bondel at 4:00 p.m. Bishop Emeritus Aloysius Paul DSouza along with [] The post Dual Celebration at St Lawrence Church Bondel appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Nixing Ernakulam Jn from Venad Express halt list sees other trains get punctual
KOCHI: May 1, 2024, proved to be an emotional day for scores of passengers who had been travelling to Ernakulam Junction railway station onboard 16302 Thiruvananthapuram - Shornur Venad Express. That was the first day in a long time when Venad Express didnt come chugging into the station. Nor did the platforms see a flurry of hasty steps of office-goers rushing towards the exit to catch the autorickshaw in a last-minute dash to reach their places of employment before the punching deadline. Even as those, for whom Ernakulam Junction railway station has been the main thoroughfare for years felt sad and angry, others who travelled beyond were a happy lot. The removal of Ernakulam Junction station from the list of halts of Thiruvananthapuram-Shornur Venad Express from May 1 although a temporary move, according to officials has elicited a mixed response from passengers. Even though those travelling to places beyond Ernakulam welcome the decision, regular commuters who work in the government and private sectors, Kochi corporation, etc., have raised objections. The move comes after demand was raised by various passenger associations in the state. Speaking about the amount of time that could be saved if Venad skips Ernakulam Junction, Paul Manvettom, president of the All Kerala Railway Users Association (AKRUA), said, This has been a long-standing demand of passengers. A delay of 30 or more minutes every day is not desirable in this day and age when time is precious. Passenger associations, including mine, had petitioned the railway board and ministry with the demand. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the train made the right time at Ernakulam Town enabling all the other trains coming right after it keep their dates with the corresponding stations. For the first time in years, I was able to reach Ernakulam Town railway station at 10:40 am, says Tibin Kuriakose who commutes in Nagercoil-Mangaluru Parasuram Express. Before the halt was removed, those travelling in Parasuram Express had to suffer long halts at Tripunithura followed by another 10 to 15-minute stop at the outer of Ernakulam Town station, he adds. But since yesterday, it was bliss. No halt overs and no delay, says Tibin. A lot of the issues faced by Ernakulam Junction station can be resolved once this happens. However, we have demanded that to ease office rush and cater to the needs of people who disembark at Ernakulam Junction, a MEMU service from Kayamkulam or Kollam via Kottayam be run at around 7:55am, said Paul. It is a time slot that falls between Palaruvi and Venad Express trains. Echoing the view, Sreekumar V, a passenger who depends on Venad to get to Thrissur, said, Why waste 30 or more minutes? Just because this train gets held up, all other services that follow also get affected. It has a domino effect. I once happened to travel by Parasuram Express. The train was stopped at a place which resembled a no mans land. After more than 15 minutes here, the long-distance train was held over again, this time in the outer area of Ernakulam Town station, all for Venad Express. However, Liyons J, secretary of Friends on Rails, said, To take away the Ernakulam Junction halt of Venad Express, citing the arrival of Kochi Metro service to Tripunithura, is not justified. Metro is no substitute. We have expressed our strong protest on this matter. Those who oppose the move say Venad is an office-timing train from Thiruvananthapuram to Ernakulam Junction. If the junction is skipped without providing an alternative, it would become a problem for hundreds of commuters, said Sindhu R, a state government employee whose office in located near Maharajas College. They also point to severe traffic congestion on the Kottayam to Ernakulam route. If Ernakulam Junction is avoided, it will be a disservice to passengers. If Venad departs from Tripunithura at 9.20 am, it can reach Junction station at 9.40am. Anyway, Venad usually reaches the station before 10am. But if a person gets down at Tripunithura at 9.20am, it will take them at least 15 minutes to reach a metro station. The metro service runs at seven-minute intervals. From there it takes 20 minutes to reach the Junction. Taking into account the time taken to get out of the station, it is not so easy for a person alighting at Tripunithura to reach their offices on time. Also, a metro ticket between the two destinations costs Rs 30. The average person cannot afford this, Liyons added. The critical voices, however, said the new arrangement will work if a MEMU service from Tripunithura is started to coincide with the time Venad arrives there. Not the first time In 2019, railways planned to change the route of Venad Express, which would have seen it skip Ernakulam South station. It was then decided to nix the stop after the train switched to Linke Hoffman Busch (LHB) rakes. Unlike the old rakes, LHB coaches receive power from the engine. So electrical parts have to be disconnected before the engine is replaced. Then after reconnecting, the entire mechanism has to be inspected before the train can be allowed to proceed. This takes around 40 minutes. This is not the first time that Junction stop has been distanced from Venad. The train had run for around one-and-half years skipping the station, before it was reinstated following continuous representations by passengers and peoples representatives.
Enhanced Mainland Connectivity: Lakshadweep Accessible in Five Hours Less
Enhanced Mainland Connectivity: Lakshadweep Accessible in Five Hours Less Travel by searoute from the mainland to Lakshadweep is now nearer by five hours. The highspeed vessel Parali on Thursday ferried 160 passengers from Lakshadweep Islands to the Mangaluru old port in just seven hours compared to the earlier 13 hours on an experimental basis. Speaking to PTI, the first batch of tourists on the HSC Parali' said that it was a different experience. The new vessel has not only high-speed connectivity but is also smoother by far than the earlier vessels which are modified to ferry passengers from cargo carriers. The Lakshadeweep Islands Tourism Development Authority formed under the Central Tourism Ministry will start the Mangalore-Lakshadweep tourist liner service after few trial runs starting from today. But we do not know how rough will be the sea once the monsoon starts. The LITDA has already ramped up the facilities at the receiving point in Kadmatt, which is the nearest port of arrival from the mainland, the officials said. After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Lakshadweep Island earlier this year, the island administration (union territory) moved in many ways to improve the connectivity between the mainland at Kochi and at Mangaluru. According to the officials, this is the first step and things will be easier for people of Lakshadweep to arrive in Mangaluru for several types of tourism including the western ghats eco tourism, educational, health and recreation tourism in the mainland. Karnataka, part of the mainland, and Lakshadweep share a common history since 1783 as it was Hyder Ali and Tippu Sultan who protected the entry of mainland marauders into Lakshadweep Islands and prevented them from pillaging the island paradise. But after 1799, when Tippu Sultan died in Srirangapatnam near Mysore, the people of Lakshadweep lost their freedom again as the British conquered the islands. The beautiful cluster of small islands, Lakshadweep is one of the worlds most spectacular tropical island systems. Thirty two sq km of land spread over 36 islands surrounded by 4,200 sq km of lagoon is rich in marine wealth. The heritage of ecology and culture is supported by an extremely fragile ecosystem. Committed to the cause of eco tourism, Union Territory of Lakshadweep has consciously followed a middle path between tourism promotion and environmental conservation. The administration is carefully monitoring the environmental impact of coastal tourism and has taken steps to promote tourism in a way that is consistent with ecological concerns. The first passenger Vessel M.V.Aminidevi had set sail for Kadmatt island in Lakshadweep Islands on 6 November with 150 tourists in 2010. ''This had opened a new horizons in tourism for Karnataka. Earlier this circuit was very circuitous for the people in the interior parts of Karnataka, but the new initiative will help high value tourists from Bangalore, Mysore, Panaji, Mumbai to use Mangalore as a port of departure to Lakshadweep. ''We are now getting inquiries from Karnataka especially Bengaluru,'' according to Lakshadweep Island Tourism Development Authority co-ordinators in Karnataka. The authorities had already prepared the ultra modern tourism facilities in three islands out of the nine which are closer to Mangalore in terms of navigation. The two islands of Minicoy and Kalpeni are closer to Kochi. At Kadmatt water sports like snorkeling, kayaking, diving, cruising and a combination of tourist activities including the local and world culinary attraction has been arranged. The authority are hoping that the tourists from Bengaluru will take advantage of this facility. Earlier they had to go to Kochi. The IT and Business tourists can travel to Lakshadweep at a cost of Rs 5,000 per head on this ship. The travel time is less than 14 hours and if they can squeeze in three days, we have devised a weekend package which is very rejuvenating, said an official from the Union Territory Authority of Lakshadweep Islands. Earlier, only a cargo ship Tipu Sultan was plying between the Islands and the mainland. This route is stated to be one of the oldest in the Indian maritime history. Accommodations in Minicoy, Kalpeni, Kadmatt, Aminidevi are limited and the ship will take tourists only when there is accommodation available on the islands. However, the rush has already begun as tourists from Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Baroda, and other places are booking their seats. They will treat Mangaluru as a port of departure, according to officials.
Lakshadweep-Mangaluru passenger vessel service resumes
Mangaluru: 'Technova-2024' final year project exhibition held at SJEC - Daijiworld.com
Mangaluru: 'Technova-2024' final year project exhibition held at SJEC Daijiworld.com
Why Mangaluru Airport dropped as a Hajj embarkation point?
Why Mangaluru Airport dropped as a Hajj embarkation point? naeem Thu, 05/02/2024 - 11:00
Mangaluru: Heat wave to continue in coastal region till May 2 - Daijiworld.com
Mangaluru: Heat wave to continue in coastal region till May 2 Daijiworld.com
Bengaluru engineering student drowns in agricultural pond
CHIKKAMAGALURU: An engineering student from Bengaluru, who came to his friends house in Mudigere taluk for a tour, drowned when he tried to swim in an agricultural pond in the Gonibeedu police station limits recently. The deceased was identified as M P Akash (19), from Makaravallli village of Haveri district and currently residing in Bengaluru. It is said that after the death of his father, Akash has been living with his mother and brother in Bengaluru for the past 15 years. Akash with his brother Kushal, friends Bharath and Shreyas was learnt to have arrived at one Rajgopals estate in Gonibeeddu Koppalu in Mudiegere on April 27. All the youths are said to be the friends of Rajagopals son. These four youths had gone to enjoy swimming in the agricultural pond in the Rajagopals estate on Sunday evening.Akash, unaware of the depth of the pond, went deep and got stuck in the mire. He went missing and despite efforts by his brother and friends, neither he nor his body was traceable. Even efforts of local diver Snake Arif, Gonibeedu police and Fire personnel to trace the body till late night went in vain. On Monday morning, deep sea diver from Mangaluru Eshwar Malpe had come and he with the help of Snake Arif succeeded in fishing out the body. The brother of deceased Kushal lodged a complaint at Gonibeedu police station.
Two arrested, 407 grams of MDMA worth Rs 9 lakh seized
Two arrested, 407 grams of MDMA worth Rs 9 lakh seized Mangaluru: The Central Crime Branch police here have arrested two persons and seized 407 grams of MDMA worth Rs 9 lakh from the accused. The police idenified the accused as Mohammed Ishan, 35, and Jaffar Sadiq, 35, both from Ullal. In a press note, [] The post Two arrested, 407 grams of MDMA worth Rs 9 lakh seized appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bulk flow meters fixed to main pipeline at Padil, Ramalkatte to supply drinking water to Mangaluru
Father Muller Charitable Institutions Celebrates St Joseph the Worker on International Workers Day
Father Muller Charitable Institutions Celebrates St Joseph the Worker on International Workers Day Mangaluru: In commemoration of International Workers Day, Father Muller Charitable Institutions (FMCI) organized a festal Mass honoring St Joseph the Worker, the Patron Saint of all Labourers/Workers. The Mass, held at 7:30 am in St Joseph Chapel on 1st May 2024, was [] The post Father Muller Charitable Institutions Celebrates St Joseph the Worker on International Workers Day appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Mangaluru International Airport To Stop Announcements To Cultivate Quiet Environment - NDTV
Mangaluru International Airport To Stop Announcements To Cultivate Quiet Environment NDTV
Mangaluru Airport To Stop Announcements To Cultivate Quiet Environment
According to officials, instead of PA announcements, passengers will now rely on the Flight Information Display Systems for updates regarding their flights, including gate changes and delays.
Mangaluru International Airport now a silent zone
The Mangaluru International Airport has introduced a new policy to minimize passenger announcements over the public address system (PA), promoting a quieter environment for travelers. Instead, passengers will rely on the Flight Information Display System (FIDS) for flight updates, including gate changes and delays. FIDS screens are strategically located both inside and outside the terminal, with additional display boards for updates.
TTEs protest in Kannur, Palakkad, Shoranur, Mangaluru on May 1
Human Rights Commission sends notice to Palakkad, Thiruvananthapuram DRMs
Mangaluru airport to stop announcements over public address system - The Hindu
Mangaluru airport to stop announcements over public address system The Hindu
Mangaluru: Srinivas Pharmacy College organizes Dental Health camp - Daijiworld.com
Mangaluru: Srinivas Pharmacy College organizes Dental Health camp Daijiworld.com
Mangaluru: Srinivas Institute of Technology to organize Techno-cultural fest on May 2, 3 Daijiworld.com
Special train from Mangaluru to Barauni
WifeAttempts to End Life after Husband Commits Suicide at Ullal
WifeAttempts to End Life after Husband Commits Suicide at Ullal Mangaluru:In a shocking incident, a 44-year-old man committed suicide by hanging. His wife also laterattempted suicide, but locals intervened and stopped her at Kumpalahere,on April 29. The deceased hasbeen identifiedas Yogish (44),a resident ofHanuman Nagar, Kumpala. According to sources, Yogish was doing centering work andonApril [] The post WifeAttempts to End Life after Husband Commits Suicide at Ullal appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Mangaluru: Apostolic Carmel Karnataka province celebrates golden jubilee - Daijiworld.com
Mangaluru: Apostolic Carmel Karnataka province celebrates golden jubilee Daijiworld.com
Shilpa Shetty watches 'Daiva Kola' in Mangaluru with children: 'Back to my roots' - India Today
Shilpa Shetty watches 'Daiva Kola' in Mangaluru with children: 'Back to my roots' India Today
Karnataka: Man prints vote for Modi on wedding card, booked
MANGALURU: The Dakshina Kannada police recently registered a case against a man, who got married recently, for printing a message on his wedding invitation card, asking guests to vote for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The case was filed after election officials filed a complaint, pointing to a violation of the model code of conduct. Shivaprasad alias Ravi got married on April 18 at Golitottu in Kadaba taluk. On his wedding invitation card, which he got printed on March 1, he had appealed to his relatives and other guests that the biggest gift that they can give him and his new wife would be to elect Modi as Prime Minister again for a stronger India. Groom gave away 750 cards On receiving information about the message on the invitation card, election officials visited Ravis house on April 14 and he told them that he got the invitation cards printed before the model code of conduct came into effect. Ravi told them that he had distributed around 750 invitations and gave in writing not to consider it as a violation. After polling on April 26, election officials filed a complaint with the Uppinangady police and the person who printed the invitation card was also questioned.
Entrepreneurship journey unfair for women: Study
BENGALURU: Young women who want to pursue entrepreneurship feel neglected when compared to their male counterparts and express that they dont have enough available mentorship, finds a recent study. The survey was conducted to understand the entrepreneurship landscape in the younger generation, with many giving corporate and multinational companies a miss and taking a leap of faith to build their brands. The survey conducted by Edupull- an ed-tech startup with over 8,700 students including Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities of Karnataka such as Bengaluru, Mysuru, Belagavi, Hubbali and Mangaluru found that though youngsters are passionate about their aspirations, currently there are many roadblocks. The surveys findings reveal that 66 per cent of respondents said they have entrepreneurial role models or mentors which is a crucial source of inspiration. However, there is a huge gender gap, nearly half of the women in Tier 1 (46.4%) and Tier 2 cities (42.44%) lack mentor figures who can help them scale their ideas. The study, Exploring the Landscape of Indian Students and Entrepreneurship suggested that there is a pressing demand for targeted mentorship programmes to support aspiring female entrepreneurs. The survey was conducted in the first two weeks of February 2024 and the findings were out for the public. Rohan Rai, co-founder Edupull said that though the number of youngsters exploring entrepreneurship is on the rise there are serious gaps. The females in tier two and three cities have limited educational options and accessibility, given the cultural backgrounds and societal influence. Universities and the government should address this and make appropriate policy changes. The first step could be replicating the IITs, IIMs and IIITs model and build incubation and upskilling centres in smaller towns, Rai opined. A majority of respondents, around 25,000 (23.91%) said access to funding and capital is a primary challenge. Building a strong team for their unique ventures and attracting the right talent was another major concern for 19.57 per cent of the students surveyed. Nearly two-thirds of respondents (59.02%) also believe that the overall support system for entrepreneurs in India is weak and lacking. Rai added that youngsters are hesitant to take the first step and unaware of the financial and infrastructure demands to nurture young businesses. There is also a growing trend among youngsters to break free from the 9 to 5 cycle especially males in Tier 1 cities who want to escape the traditional work routine through entrepreneurship, while in Tier 2 and 3 cities, youngsters want to address pressing problems statements
Dr Shantharam Shetty Inaugurates State-of-the-art Commercial Project INLAND BUSINESS PARK
Dr Shantharam Shetty Inaugurates State-of-the-art Commercial Project INLAND BUSINESS PARK Mangaluru:The Iconic state-of-the-art commercial projectINLAND BUSINESS PARKby IN-LAND Builders was inaugurated at Bejai Main Roadhere,on April 28. This Iconic state-of-the-art commercial projectINLANDBUSINESS PARKwasinauguratedby Prof (Dr) Shantharam Shetty, Chairman ofTejasvini Hospital and SSIOTalongwith Siraj Ahamed, Chairman & Managing Director of the Inland Group and Directors Er [] The post Dr Shantharam Shetty Inaugurates State-of-the-art Commercial Project INLAND BUSINESS PARK appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Weekly special trains between Mangalore and Barauni to clear summer rush
Railways run special weekly trains between Mangalore and Barauni via Katpadi and Perambur to address summer rush. No. 06093 operates on specific dates, reaching Barauni at 10.30pm. No. 06094 runs on selected days, arriving at Mangaluru Central at 12.30pm.
Bird flu in Kerala: Dakshina Kannada steps up surveillance at border areas
MANGALURU: The Dakshina Kannada district administration has put the border areas on alert in view of a bird flu outbreak in the neighbouring Kerala state. Department of Animal Husbandry deputy director Dr Arun Kumar Shetty said surveillance has been intensified at check posts at Jalsur in Sullia, Saradka in Bantwal and Talapady in Ullal to check the spread of the bird flu. The bird fever affects humans who work in farms and meat processing units. Dakshina Kannada supplies chicken to Kasargod district in Kerala. We used to transport six loads of chicken daily which has now come down to two as production is low due to summer. Bird flu cases were reported in Alappuzha district in Kerala, which is 400 km away from Mangaluru. As of now there are no cases in the district. However, we are taking precautionary measures. The district administration has opened check-posts where surveillance on trucks entering the district after unloading chicken in Kerala is done on priority, Shetty said. Only when people panic, prices fall. If there is a shortage in local stock, we have suppliers from Hassan, Chikkamagaluru and Shivamogga, said Philip Dsouza, poultry farm owner from Kanyana. Shetty further told The New Sunday Express that they have issued an advisory to the farm owners to take precautions to prevent the spread of the flu. Only labourers working in the poultry farm may be allowed to enter and do the work and sanitize their hands, legs and clothes and ensure chicken in the farm do not come under the contact of other birds and animals. Public should not unnecessarily visit the poultry farms. We have also directed the farm owners to inform the nearest veterinary doctors if there is any unnatural death of chicken. We have also directed vendors in meat shops to take adequate measures and our officials will also inspect markets and meat shops on a regular basis, he added.
Mangaluru Airport initiates work on Precision Approach Lighting
Mangaluru Airport initiates work on Precision Approach Lighting naeem Sat, 04/27/2024 - 11:30
NRIs return home, line up for love of vote
Expatriates from the UAE, including Anwar Naha, returned to Kerala to vote, with chartered flights organized by KMCC. NRIs from various countries made efforts to vote in the Lok Sabha elections, some traveling to coastal states like Kerala and Karnataka, while others returned to Meerut in the north. Expatriates' participation, especially via chartered flights, drew attention in Kerala, while NRIs in Mangaluru and Bengaluru also prioritized voting. Harsha DM and Spoorthi CS flew from Sydney to cast their votes in Bengaluru's Bangalore North constituency.
Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha constituency witnessed 77.97% voter turnout
Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha constituency witnessed 77.97% voter turnout Mangaluru: Enthusiasm was visible among voters who lined up in front of polling stations in large numbers from early in the morning to elect their Lok Sabha member from Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha constituency on Friday. Polling for the 18th Lok Sabha elections went on peacefully [] The post Dakshina Kannada Lok Sabha constituency witnessed 77.97% voter turnout appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Banjarumale hamlet in Karnataka records 100 per cent voting
Mangaluru: Banjarumale, an interior hamlet in Belthangady taluk of Dakshina Kannda district, recorded 100 per cent voting in the Lok Sabha election on Friday. This hamlet has 111 voters and each one of them turned up at the only polling booth, completing voting two hours before polling ended at 6 pm. The hamlet is inhabited by forest dwellers, tribal farmers and collectors of minor forest waste. Despite having no power or transport connectivity, the people survive in the forest using water from the perennial water sources in the hills of the Western Ghats. To reach their taluk headquarters Belthangady, the people have to travel via Mudigere by bus or walk eight kilometres through the dense forests, but they all made sure to vote. The district authorities appreciated their spirit. Anni Malekudia, a resident of the village, told PTI, We do not complain about the lax facilities. We understand that all the facilities that are given to towns cannot be given to all villages. Nevertheless, that has not deterred us from voting in full numbers. I am sure even if there were 500 voters or more they would have all come to vote. In the 2023 Karnataka Assembly election, Banjarumale had recorded 99 per cent voting according to the district polling statistics.
Karnataka: High voter turnout will keep contest tight
MANGALURU: Dakshina Kannada and Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituencies have maintained high polling percentage in this election too. Dakshina Kannada, where newbies Capt. Brijesh Chowta (BJP) and R Padmaraj Poojary (Congress) are contesting, saw a voter turnout of 77.43 per cent (77.90 per cent in 2019). Udupi-Chikkamagaluru witnessed a clash between veterans Kota Srinivas Poojary (BJP) and Jayaprakash Hegde (Congress) and recorded a voter turnout of 76.06 per cent (75.74 in 2019) until 6pm. The marginal rise in voter turnout in these two segments is attributed to the stakes being very high this time for both the BJP and Congress, compared to the past elections. While BJP wants to keep its hold on this coastal-Malnad region, the grand old party had left no stone unturned to breach the saffron fortress. Calculations have already begun to understand which party will gain by the high voter turnout. According to political pundits, both these segments are likely to witness a touch-and-go contest, even as they give the benefit of doubt to the BJP. Last time, we won by 2.73 lakh votes in Dakshina Kannada and 3.49 lakh votes in Udupi-Chikkamagalur. This time, we cant expect such a huge margin. It will be around 50,000 in both seats, said a BJP leader and former MLA. Expressing a similar opinion, a Congress leader said the party has not counted both these seats among the 14 seats it is hoping to win in the state. However, he said it is difficult to predict the outcome at this stage, given the high voter turnout. People could have come out to vote in large numbers to support Prime Minister Modi, or because of the five guarantees of the Congress and the Billava factor. We have to wait for the results to know how it worked, he said. The thinking in the Congress is that even if they lose by over 50,000 votes, its a victory of sorts for them as it will be seen as a setback to the BJPs communal politics. The party hopes the Billava factor, NOTA campaign over Soujanya murder case, SDPI not being in the contest and a perceived discontent in local BJP units will significantly reduce the winning margin. Despite all these factors working in our favour, we see a deficit of around 60,000 votes. The gap can be covered only if Billavas and women back us in large numbers, said another Congress leader.
Mangaluru: Bird fever in Kerala - Vehicle checking in border areas rise in DK - Daijiworld.com
Mangaluru: Bird fever in Kerala - Vehicle checking in border areas rise in DK Daijiworld.com
Ashraf Kalai Murder Accused Pavan Stabbed in Farangipet
Ashraf Kalai Murder Accused Pavan Stabbed in Farangipet Mangaluru:The accused in SDPI Leader Ashraf Kalais murder casewas stabbedin Kumdelu on April 26. Pavan was the third accused in the SDPImember,Ashraf Kalais murder case. On April 26, Charan stabbed Pavan in thechest,at Kumdelu Farangipet. Pavan was rushed to the hospital and is said to be out [] The post Ashraf Kalai Murder Accused Pavan Stabbed in Farangipet appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Private transporters in Bengaluru fleece those going home to vote
BENGALURU: It was a pricey affair for hundreds of people in the city, who were heading out to their native places to cast their votes on Thursday. They struggled to catch buses and those who managed to catch one, had to shell out extra money to reach their destinations. With the Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) buses, devoted to election duty to carry polling staff to their allocated booths, the general public complained they had to wait for long. In the absence of enough KSRTC buses to destinations like Mandya, Mysuru, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Chikkamagaluru, Chitradurga, Tumakuru, Chikkaballapur, Hassan and Kolar, private travel operators exploited the sudden surge in demand and hiked rates, some even increasing the fares four-fold. People complained that along with deploying additional buses to cater to the sudden rise in demand, the state transport department should have regulated private players from overcharging. Kempegowda Bus Terminal, Kalasipalya bus stand, Kengeri bus stand and others were overcrowded with people waiting for buses. With large groups of people leaving the city, as many as 465 BMTC buses will operate on KSRTC routes on Friday and 40 buses on Saturday. Mohammad Aziz, a voter heading to Mangaluru complained that private travel operators exploiting passengers has become common during festivals and long weekends and blamed the lack of enforcement by the transport officials. Passengers travelling to Udupi, Mangaluru, Kundapura and other regions who used to pay around Rs 800 were asked to pay more than Rs 3,000. The fares for the return ticket on Sunday have skyrocketed too. KSRTC has deployed 2,780 buses for election duty across 14 Lok Sabha constituencies. KSRTC along with BMTC deployed around 1,500 additional buses to handle the crowd.
LS Polls 2024, polling begins in DK
LS Polls 2024, polling begins in DK Mangaluru:The Lok Sabha elections began in all the 1861 polling booths in the district on April26, at 7:00 am. Early in the morning, there was a moderate response from the electorate. The pollingis reportedto be going on peacefully. Elections arebeing heldfor the Lok Sabha in all8constituencies,the Mangalore South, [] The post LS Polls 2024, polling begins in DK appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
BJP and Congress Vie for Dominance in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi Districts
Elections to the two-member constituency of Vijayapur and Bagalkot to the legislative council from local bodies is expected to see an interesting clash between Congress and BJP Elections to the two-member constituency of Vijayapur and Bagalkot to the legislative council from local bodies is expected to see an interesting clash between Congress and BJP MANGALURU: As 14 constituencies in Karnataka prepare for elections on Friday, all eyes are on the political landscape in the coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi, traditionally regarded as strongholds of saffron outfits. Formerly bastions of the Congress, the political dynamics shifted after 1990 when the BJP began recording victories in the assembly as well as parliamentary elections. Since the 1991 elections, the BJP has consistently secured victory in the Mangalore constituency, which later evolved into Dakshina Kannada after the 2008 delimitation. While the constituency lost Kodagu, it now comprises all eight assembly segments of Dakshina Kannada district post-delimitation. Over the years, leaders like Dhananjay Kumar and DV Sadananda Gowda represented Mangalore for the BJP, with Nalin Kumar Kateel continuing the streak in Dakshina Kannada from 2009 onwards. In the current election, both Congress and BJP have introduced new contenders. BJP's Capt Brijesh Chowta faces off against Congress' Padmaraj R Poojary. While the BJP exudes confidence in maintaining its electoral dominance, Congress anticipates a resurgence, citing shifting political tides. In a similar vein, Udupi also witnessed a saffron surge in the 1990s, with IM Jayaram Shetty clinching victory for the BJP in 1998. However, Congress made inroads in the subsequent year's election in 1999 through Vinay Kumar Sorake. Manorama Madhwaraj won Udupi for BJP in 2004. Post-delimitation, Udupi merged with parts of Chikkamagaluru to form the Udupi-Chikkamagaluru constituency. While DV Sadananda Gowda won it for the BJP in 2008, Congress candidate K Jayaprakash Hegde won the seat for a short term of two years in 2012 when the constituency faced a by-election after Gowda resigned from the MP post to become the Chief Minister of Karnataka. Shobha Karandlaje grabbed the constituency back to BJP and won the 2014 and 2019 elections. In the current electoral battle, BJP has named MLC and former Minister Kota Srinivas Poojary to challenge Congress' former MP K Jayaprakash Hegde. We are confident of another victory this time. The region has always supported us, appreciating our work and the leadership of Modi, asserted Uday Kumar Shetty, BJP's Mangaluru Division in-charge. However, Congress remains undeterred, banking on its welfare schemes and developmental initiatives, while also counting on anti-incumbency sentiments to sway voters in their favor.
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Ex-soldier dies after casting vote at home in Karnataka
Mangaluru: Madhava Prabhu, an 85-year-old resident of Wagga in Bantwal, exemplified unwavering commitment to his civic duty even in the face of illness. Admitted to a private hospital here owing to his ailment, Prabhu, a former army officer and inspector of Malaria Eradication department, died without responding to treatment on Wednesday. Also ReadRailways to run Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
MANGALURU: Newbies Capt Brijesh Chowta from the BJP and Padmaraj R Poojary from the Congress are sweating it out in BJP stronghold Dakshina Kannada constituency. While Chowta hopes to continue the BJP's winning streak in the constituency, Padmaraj is leaving no stone unturned to breach the saffron fortress. In interviews with The New Indian Express , both the candidates revealed their plans for the district and commented on various issues. Padmaraj R Poojary (Congress) What is your poll pitch? Dakshina Kannada witnessed massive development when Congress MPs represented it for over 40 years. Then the district was peaceful and had a harmonious atmosphere. Our past Congress MPs brought an airport, sea port, industries such as MRPL, ONGC etc. But BJP MPs in the last 33 years brought the 'communally sensitive' tag which has become a hurdle for investments. Due to this tag, no development took place nor any industries were started here. BJP fights election only on two matters - 'Hindutva' and Modi and they do not talk about development. There is potential for development in various sectors including education, startups, industries, cultural tourism, beaches, hill stations and nature tourism. My priority is to ensure Mangaluru to be buzzing with activities till midnight like Mumbai. Our youngsters need to stay here after completing education and get jobs and we need to utilize their talents. You have made the BJP's use of religion and Hindutva an election issue? Yes, I'm also a Hindu and my religion teaches us to respect one's own religion as well as other religions. But the BJP in the name of Hindutva is ruining the lives of backward class youth who are becoming victims to communal clashes and end up in jail or lose their lives. You have campaigned across Dakshina Kannada. How is the response from people? Response from people is positive and they trust us and we are hopeful of snatching the district from the BJP's clutches. People are fed up with the BJP and its divide and rule policy for the last three decades. They say they are fighting for Hindutva but the same BJP has ignored Satyajith Surathkal, K S Eshwarappa, C T Ravi and many OBC leaders. PM Modi held a roadshow in Mangaluru and paid tributes to social reformer Narayana Guru? What do you make out of it? I welcome Narendra Modi's visit to Mangaluru but we had high hopes that he would talk about development he brought to our district. He paid floral tributes at Brahmashree Narayana Guru circle but why didn't he visit Kudroli Brahmashree Narayana Guru Kshetra? They remembered Narayana Guru when Congress fielded Padmaraj who is a trustee at Kudroli Gokarnanatha kshetra. It is nothing but their (BJP leaders) arrogance to say Modi popularized Narayana Guru across the world through his roadshow. People across the world already knew about social reformer Narayana Guru and his principles long before the BJP was formed. How confident are you of winning this election? We have hopes that we will win by a margin of more than 70,000 votes. Will the Billava factor play a crucial role in this election? I have not done politics using caste and religion. My party has given me a ticket considering I'm one of the Billava leaders. It's my responsibility to fulfill the aspirations of everyone including my community. People from the backward class are with me. Billavas and people from all the communities will support me this time. Thousands turn up for Modi roadshow in Mangaluru Capt Brijesh Chowta (BJP) What made you decide to take this plunge into electoral politics? For someone who wishes to serve this nation, electoral politics is one process where you can impact peoples lives at the greatest scale that is unmatched. It is also a very challenging process where you are required to relentlessly serve to qualify to be their voice. Having grown up idolising leaders like Atal Bihari Vajpayee and George Fernandes whose nationalism, political aura and legacy left a strong imprint on my world view, electoral politics seemed like the best path to serve people of our region. Why should people elect Captain Brijesh Chowta? Whats your poll pitch? Hindutva and development has been my mission statement I am committed to Hindutva while development is my priority. People should elect Captain Brijesh Chowta as a representative of our Prime Minister Narendra Modi whose last 10 years of leadership has transformed Bharat forever. And I seek to emulate his actions that have transformed both Gujarat first and Bharat since 2014 to transform our wonderful region that is an ocean of possibilities. How do you see your transition from a military officer to active politics as a Lok Sabha candidate? To be honest, it is just a different uniform that I sport. The mission, the machinery, the method may have a different avatar but essentially, for me nothing has changed. Because both institutions, our army and the BJP, are driven by the motto of #NationFirst. And a Fauji is a Fauji forever. The role may have changed, the goal is the same, the uniform may have changed, the duty is the same - the welfare of Bharat. How is the response from people during campaigning? It is very heartening to note how eager common people are to bring Modiji back to power and with the largest mandate ever. In the remotest corners of our region, we can see how people have been touched by the various efforts that have taken place in the last ten years be it clean tap water reaching every home, or toilets or the DBT of various schemes. Modi ki Guarantee has peoples trust because it is based not on promise alone but on performance, not on dynastic sentiments but on delivery. Especially, our #NariShakti, the women across our constituency, have taken it upon themselves to ensure we are part of our PM Modis mission 2047 and are heading out to ensure every booth is a BJP booth. Has the ticket denial to incumbent MP Nalin Kumar Kateel hurt the sentiments of party workers? These are stories cooked up by vested interests. As our incumbent MP Nalin Kumar Kateel himself has said, and all of us as karyakartas believe, our party is one where our internal democracy is equally vibrant and senior leaders have always made for youth to be part of the party mechanism in a very graceful and organic manner. The endless sea of saffron that turned up both for my nomination rally, where Nalin Kumar Kateel stood by me throughout and during our PM Modis roadshow is the strongest answer to those who are trying to float such baseless rumours. For a BJP karyakarta, it was, is and will always be Nation First, Party Next, Self Last. Congress, BJP woo voters in Karnataka with social media
BJP, Congress candidates end campaign by conducting roadshows in Mangaluru
Railways to run special trains for elections in Karnataka
Mangaluru: Anticipating a surge in travel demand during the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and aiming to ease the burden of summer travel, railway authorities have unveiled special train services connecting Bengaluru with Mangaluru Central. A press release issued by the South Western Railway said Train No. 06553 Bengaluru Mangaluru Central Special is set to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Special Election-Bound Trains to Serve Karnataka
Special Election-Bound Trains to Serve Karnataka Anticipating a surge in travel demand during the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and aiming to ease the burden of summer travel, railway authorities have unveiled special train services connecting Bengaluru with Mangaluru Central. A press release issued by the South Western Railway said Train No. 06553 Bengaluru - Mangaluru Central Special is set to depart from Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminal in Bengaluru at 6:00 PM on April 25 (Thursday), reaching Mangaluru Central at 10 AM the following day. Train No. 06554 Mangaluru Central - Bengaluru Special will depart from Mangaluru Central at 12 PM on April 26 (Friday), arriving at Sir. M Visvesvaraya Terminal in Bengaluru at 3 AM the next day. Additionally, South Western Railway authorities have announced the Yesvantpur Kundapur special express to connect Bengaluru with Udupi. Train No. 06547 will leave Yesvantpur in Bengaluru on April 25 at 11:20 PM, arriving at Kundapur the following day at 10:45 AM. The return journey from Kundapur to Yesvantpur, Train No. 06548, is scheduled to depart from Kundapur at 11:20 AM on April 26, reaching Yesvantpur at 9:50 PM on the same day. These special trains have been introduced with voting slated for 14 out of the 28 Lok Sabha seats on April 26. The aim is to facilitate seamless travel for voters from the coastal region, Railways said.
Rapido Extends Transportation Assistance to Senior Citizens and Differently-Abled Voters in Karnataka Ride-hailing platform Rapido on Wednesday pledged to offer free bike taxi, auto, and cab rides to differently-abled and senior citizen voters in Karnataka as part of its ''SawaariZimmedariKi'' initiative. Voters in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Mangaluru would be able to avail free rides to and fro voting points on April 26 by using the code 'VOTENOW'. ''In collaboration with the Election Commission of India (ECI) and Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), Rapido sets forth to champion civic engagement during the General Elections 2024 by extending free auto and cab rides to differently-abled and senior citizen voters in Bengaluru,'' Rapido said in a statement. Rapido's Co-founder Pavan Guntupalli said the move is to ensure that differently-abled, and senior citizen voters have equitable access to exercise their democratic rights.
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In Mangaluru, Python With 11 Air Gun Pellets Found Entangled In Net; Rescued
The snake is currently under observation by a team led by Dr Yashaswi and Dr Meghana Pemmaiah veterinarians from Chitte Pili Rescue Centre in Mangaluru.
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Zero Shadow Day: What it is and why Bengaluru experiences it?
'Zero shadow day' in Bengaluru today due to Earth's axial tilt, making shadows disappear briefly. Astronomical Society of India explains the event. Similar occurrences in Chennai, Mangaluru. Witness this natural wonder without your shadow.
Rise above emotions on Mekedatu, says Annamalai
MANGALURU: Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai on Tuesday said people of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu should rise above emotions and work for the betterment of both states on the Mekedatu project and Cauvery water sharing. 100 percent, there is (water) problem in Karnataka and there is no dispute about it. Water is an issue in Bengaluru. But that is because of Congress misgovernance. Today, we need to rise above emotions and think about the welfare of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The Mekedatu dam project will take its course as per rules. There is Cauvery Water Management Authority which will decide after considering all aspects, he said. The Mekedatu project is a contentious issue between the two states, and the DMK manifesto for the Lok Sabha election said the party will not allow the project to happen. The election for all the 39 Lok Sabha constituencies in Tamil Nadu was held in the first phase on April 19. On BJPs advertisement in newspapers asking whether the Kannadigas share of Cauvery water should be released to other states, he said sharing of water is decided based on the formula and taking into account the rain situation. He added that he will not speak like a parochial politician when it comes to the two states. To another query on the issue, he said,There are Central government and Supreme Court orders and the water management body constituted in 2008 which Modiji set it up properly in 2018. This order will be fair to all states and will not cause injustice to any state. There is no need to mix politics in this, he said. He alleged that the Congress government in Karnataka and DMK government in Tamil Nadu are trying to set a political narrative by falsely accusing the BJP-led Union government of meting out injustice to them in drought and flood relief, respectively. But one has to find out what these states got when UPA and NDA were in power to know that NDA went by a formula-based approach and did not do injustice. The former IPS officer alleged that law and order has worsened after the Congress government came to power in the state and blamed it on Congress appeasement politics. That is why Neha Hiremath was murdered like this, he commented. He also took objection to the statements of Home Minister G Parameshwar and other Congress leaders on the incident.
Can Congress breach BJP fortress in Dakshina Kannada?
MANGALURU: Dakshina Kannada, one of the key Lok Sabha constituencies in Karnataka, is likely to witness a close contest between the ruling Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as it goes to polls on Friday (April 26). As many as 17,96,826 people are eligible to vote and decide the fate of two key candidates - Capt Brijesh Chowta (BJP) and Padmaraj R (Congress) among others. The segment is home to 1,876 polling stations. The contest this time seems to be heading for a close fight between the Congress and BJP as both candidates are entering the electoral fray for the first time. This time, the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI), which polled 46,839 votes in the 2019 General Elections, has not fielded a candidate and Congress is likely to benefit from it. Also, activist Mahesh Shetty Timarody and team is holding a campaign across the district urging people to opt for None of the Above (NOTA) as he claims that the Congress and BJP have failed to ensure justice in the Sowjanya rape and murder case. More than 50,000 people may opt for NOTA and it will cut into the BJP votes. However, it will only reduce BJPs lead and ultimately Brijesh Chowta will win without doubt, feels Gopal, an autorickshaw driver said. He said he has been a supporter of the BJP, but this time he would press the NOTA button in support of Sowjanya. The electioneering in the district revolves around the issues of Hindutva and development. While the Congress has been aggressively campaigning against the BJP accusing it of hampering development by disturbing peace, the BJP is seeking votes for Hindutva and PM Narendra Modi. Babu Gowda from Kalleri in Belthangady said, The BJP should come to power to protect Hindus. He said this citing the recent Hubballi stabbing incident. Shantappa Naik from Karaya village said they need different parties ruling the State and the Centre. Sadananda, an automobile workshop owner in Uppinangady, said that people will vote for Modi as there is no strong PM candidate in the I.N.D.I.A bloc. We need a strong leader at the national level, he felt. On whether Billavas would vote for Padmaraj since he is from their community, Sadananda said, If that was the case, senior Congress leader Janardhana Poojary should have won. But he has lost several times. Also, many people do not know who Padmaraj is. BJP will most likely win, but the margin may come down, he said. Narayana Poojary, a beedi worker from Perne from Puttur Assembly constituency, said that he will vote for Padmaraj. Price rise has affected the poor. BJP MPs have not done any development work nor do they help the needy. We need change this time, he said. Devaki,70, and Chandravathi, another beedi worker from Perne, said they are benefiting from the guarantee schemes of the Siddaramaiah government and would vote for the Congress. Mashudha, a teacher from Kalladka in Bantwal taluk, said, Hindutva alone is not sufficient to survive. We need someone who will bring developments to our district, she said. However, Chetana, a resident of Uppinangady, said they do not need freebies and she will vote for PM Modi and the BJP based on development while some of the women said they are getting guarantees but they will vote for Modi. Surendra Prasad from Belthangady said the Billava factor may have some impact as some of the BJP supporters from the community are now supporting Padmaraj. BJPs lead will reduce if the caste politics works out, he said.
Annamalai Criticizes Congress' Handling of Neha Murder Case in Karnataka
Mangaluru : Tamil Nadu BJP State President K Annamalai has expressed concerns over the influence of appeasement politics on law and order in Karnataka. Annamalai, who was in Dakshina Kannada on Tuesday to support party candidate Capt Brijesh Chowta, expressed disappointment over the handling of the Neha murder case by the Congress government in the state. At a press conference, he contrasted the responses of Congress and BJP leaders, praising the latter for their compassionate approach and support for the victim's family. Since the Congress assumed power, law and order seem to be directed by appeasement politics rather than following a straight path, remarked Annamalai, a former IPS officer. He further criticized political leaders, including the Home Minister, for their statements on the matter. Annamalai also voiced dissatisfaction with the Congress's narrative on drought relief, citing statistics that indicate greater support from the NDA government compared to the UPA. While the UPA provided only 8 percent of the requested relief during its 10- year tenure, the NDA has allocated 38 percent between 2014 and 2022. Despite this, ruling parties in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka continue to disseminate a narrative that the central government is neglecting its responsibilities, he added.
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Holy tour: Mangaluru Catholics miss voting, draw flak
MANGALURU: A Holy tour to Europe during the Lok Sabha election by the priests and parishioners of St Francis Xavier Church, Bejai, has invited sharp criticism from the general public especially from the community people. As many as 96 people including seven priests left Mangaluru on April 15 for the 17-day Europe tour organised by Globe Travels. The group includes churchs parish priest and Mangalore Diocese PRO, Fr JB Saldanha and Lourdes Central School Principal Robert DSouza. The holy tour will cover eight countries including Rome, Vatican, Switzerland, France, Spain, Portugal, Germany and Czech Republic. They will be back only on May 1 and will, hence, miss voting on April 26. The travelers had booked their foreign tour months before the poll dates were announced and were sad to know that they will miss voting in the crucial election. A traveler stated that he had expected polling to be in the month of May and could not afford to cancel the tour because of high cancellation charges. A majority of the travellers who are aged above 60 years are on the holy tour to fulfill their religious vows. Meanwhile, the priests joining the foreign tour came as a big surprise to many Bejai parishioners. Three out of the seven priests belong to Bejai church and they had not announced their unavailability in the church for religious duties for such a long time. It is customary for the priests to inform the parishioners if they are going to be out of station for a long duration, said a parishioner. Another parishioner said the priests of Bejai church even refrained from encouraging the parishioners to cast their vote in the election as they had no moral right to do so. The issue gained traction on Tuesday after Archbishop of Goa, Filipe Neri Cadinal Ferrao, gave a call to the Catholics to abstain from going on holiday and pilgrimage on the voting day for the sake of casting vote which he called as a sacred duty. He said the people will be failing seriously in their important civic responsibility if they fail to vote and it would be a disservice to the nation.
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BJP claims of appeasement politics absurd: Karnataka Minister Santosh Lad
VIJAYAPURA: Expressing grief over the brutal murder of student Neha Hiremath recently in Hubballi, Labour Minister Santosh Lad accused the BJP of trying to turn the issue into a religious one to gain political mileage out of a tragic incident. Addressing media persons here on Sunday, he said the BJP always looks for a communal angle into tragic and unfortunate incidents. I am asking the BJP, if the accused were a Hindu, will it take up the issue with the same intensity that it has taken now as the accused belongs to the Muslim community. We have seen murders taking place in Mangaluru also, but the BJP did not make those an issue because there was no Hindu-Muslim angle. The party raises only those criminal acts as its issue if that suits its political ideology, he said. The minister said the Congress treats everyone equally and never tries to politicise such sensitive issues. Replying to allegations that the Congress appeasement politics is leading to such crimes, Lad called the allegation rubbish and absurd. How can any sane government ever support or encourage people to murder. We accept political allegations, but it is too absurd that the Congress is instigating people to commit crimes such as murder, he shot back. Claiming that according to a report, some six rapes take place everyday in Gujarat, the minister asked BJP leaders, including MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal, to raise their voice in support of the victims and go to Gujarat. According to the National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB), over 13 lakh women have gone missing in the country between 2021-22, but the BJP never raises the issue, he said. Stating that the BJP has no guts to talk on development, falling GDP, inflation, poverty and unemployment, and raises issues such as Hindu-Muslim, Pakistan, Ram Temple etc. The BJP is raising these issues deliberately because they have nothing to say on the development. They have kept hoodwinking people, therefore they cannot talk on development now, the minister said. He claimed that since the BJP got exposed on the development front, people of Karnataka will not support the party in the LS polls. The Congress is going to win at least 15 seats in the LS election, he said.
