Indian coastal cities can save Rs 505 crore annually by avoiding flood damages

Nature-based solutions can help India's coastal cities. A study shows that investing in solutions like wetland restoration and green roofs is beneficial. Chennai could save over 505 crore annually by investing in these solutions. Mangaluru could also see significant savings. The report suggests a phased approach, starting with community engagement and pilot projects.

Power shutdown areas of Mangaluru

Muslim federation extends support to protests against Waqf (Amendment) Act in Mangaluru

The protest on April 18 was called by Ulemas while the one on April 29 was by the Muslim Central Committee.

Mangaluru to enforce strict waste segregation rules, fines to be imposed from April 22

Mangaluru City Corporation is implementing mandatory separate disposal of sanitary waste alongside wet and dry waste, effective April 22, with penalties for non-compliance. The initiative addresses concerns about improper segregation, with fines starting at Rs 500 for violations. Simultaneously, MCC is reviving its QR code-based waste collection monitoring system to improve tracking and efficiency.

Road rage in Mangaluru leads to murder of autorickshaw driver in Manjeshwar

Manjeshwar police arrest former school bus driver for the murder of Mohammed Sharif

Saudi lawyer issues legal notice to AIE over 24-hour delay of Dammam-Mangaluru flight

Saudi lawyer issues legal notice to AIE over 24-hour delay of Dammam-Mangaluru flight naeem Tue, 04/15/2025 - 17:02

Congress to protest fuel, essentials price hike in Karnataka; MLC Ivan DSouza hits back at BJPs Janaakrosha Yatre

MLC Ivan DSouza announced that the Congress party will stage protests against the central NDA government over rising fuel and commodity prices, starting with Bengaluru on April 17 and followed by Mangaluru and Udupi on April 22.

Strike by truckers impacts supply of vegetables in Mangaluru

Some of the traders got their supply through KSRTC and private buses, according to a vegetable vendor

CET from today, 3.31 lakh eligible to write

BENGALURU: The Common Entrance Test (CET) for admissions to professional courses in Karnataka, including engineering, is scheduled to begin from today (April 15), with the Kannada language exam for specific candidates. The tests for other subjects will be held on April 16 and 17. Over 3.31 lakh candidates are eligible to write CET this year. CET, conducted by Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), will be in two shifts 10.30 am to 11.50 am and 2.30 pm to 3.50 pm. On the first day, the KEA will conduct the CET Kannada language test from 10.30 am to 11.30 am. The other CET papers Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology will be held on April 16 and 17 in two shifts. The Kannada language test will take place at five centres in Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Vijayapura, and Belagavi. KEA Executive Director H Prasanna said that all exam centres will be monitored through live webcasting and CCTV camera surveillance, similar to the system used in recruitment exams. District magistrates and zilla panchayat CEOs will oversee the process to ensure strict enforcement and transparency. This is the first time KEA will be implementing webcasting, he added. KEA has advised the candidates to arrive at least 90 minutes before the commencement of exams as thorough checks will be conducted at the gates. Entry will only be permitted after verifying the candidates identity using a QR code and facial recognition system. KEA also introduced a strict dress code that all candidates must follow Only half-sleeved clothes allowed for all candidates Preferably no collars on shirts or tops Men must wear simple trousers with minimal or no pockets Kurta pyjamas, jeans are not allowed Shoes banned; only simple footwear permitted Electronic gadgets such as mobile phones, earphones, pen drives, microphones strictly prohibited

Revived pond in Pakshikere of Mangaluru revived to open for public post-monsoon

One state, many missed chances

BENGALURU: As a tourist destination, Karnataka lives up to its tagline: One State, Many Worlds. But for snow, the state offers everything that a tourist needs to relax and rejuvenate. Yet, to become the top preferred destination for all travellers, the authorities need to learn a little more about tourism, and adopt some of the best practices from destinations drawing higher footfalls, to improve facilities in the state. Stakeholders, tour operators, industry experts and tourism officials point out that the Karnataka government needs to watch out for early trends and work fast to catch them, like the Ramayana Circuit, vegetarian and highway tourism. Karnataka ranks fourth in India in the domestic tourism category, and is at 12 in international tourism. Experts suggest there is a lot of scope for improvement, especially when it comes to basics like wayside facilities and services. A 150km trip outside Bengaluru, and the world changes. There are poorly maintained wayside amenities, hotels and restaurants. Simple facilities like washrooms become a concern. The focus of the government is Bengaluru. But this is not the case with states like Tamil Nadu or Kerala, said Shobhith B, a software professional and avid traveller. A tourism official likens the situation to too many cooks spoiling the broth, As per standards, there should be a restroom facility every 60km. Construction of toilets along roads is the task of the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI) and Public Works Department (PWD), but the onus of maintaining them is on the property owner or district administration. Approval and funding rests with the finance department. Their construction and maintenance will benefit the tourism sector, which is not happening. Karnataka recorded 4.85 lakh international tourist arrivals in 2024, up from 4.01 lakh tourists in 2023. The number of domestic tourists stood at 30.46crore in 2024, compared to 28.35 crore in 2023. Snatching opportunities Stakeholders said the government and tourism department are not making the most of opportunities available to them in attracting tourists. A consultant working with the department, who did not want to be identified, said: There is overcrowding in Goa. Udhagamandalam (Ooty) is losing out on tourism because of the recent introduction of entry pass. This can become a golden opportunity for Karnataka to promote its destinations, but the trend was not studied in advance, to compete and improve facilities for this tourist season in places like Karwar, Gokarna, Mangaluru, Talacauvery, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru or Sakleshpur. They continue to be looked at as short-haul weekend getaways. The consultant added that the government has been over-promoting Hampi, while Belur, Halebidu, Pattadakal and Aihole, which are also Unesco heritage sites and have a lot of potential, have not been given equal priority. Tourists visiting Gokarna and Goa stretch to Hampi and vice-versa. But in case of other sites, there is nothing beyond them to see and do. More so, there are no basic facilities, including tourist security and availability of well-trained guides. This has been well understood by Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and now even Uttar Pradesh. Other states score as all their heritage properties are being given equal importance, he added. Consultants have also suggested to officials that instead of travelling overseas, they should travel to other states, especially North India, to learn about opportunities like highway tourism, which is becoming popular across India. With many people buying high-end cars and SUVs, and the Central government improving the road network, people now prefer to drive long distances instead of depending on buses or trains. This is a big opportunity Karnataka should immediately tap, the consultant added. Affordability and packages In multiple meetings, stakeholders who study tourist trends pointed out that when domestic tourism is the pulse of Karnataka, it should be made more affordable. But at present, domestic tourism is costly compared to international travel. The tourism department, in coordination with hoteliers and experts, should work on designing affordable tourism packages for all categories of travellers. These packages should be dynamic and customised, depending on trends and types of travellers. Also, the government should only regulate tourism and ease the process of issuing sanctions, permissions and certifications. But due to red tape and multiple restrictions, hoteliers lose interest in offering additional facilities and services to tourists. This is where Karnataka loses out to other states, said a consultant working with the government. The government is also concentrating on developing and enhancing infrastructure in select sites like Hampi and Gokarna. Prolonged delays in clearing projects around other promising places like Aihole, Pattadakal, Belur, Halebidu and even Lakkundi, is affecting footfall, said a hotelier. Government agencies need to understand that no one travels alone. India, especially Karnataka, is not ready to accept and support solo women travellers. So if a couple or family is travelling, packages should be subsidised and customised to their needs to make tourists happy. They should understand that more than the governments marketing, it is word of mouth and feedback from tourists that increases footfall, added the hotelier, who did not want to be named as he works closely with the government. Improving domestic tourism Syama Raju, president, Karnataka Tourism Society, said domestic tourism is picking up in Karnataka, when compared to international travel. There is a lot of scope for improvement, especially in the creation of wayside amenities, first- and last-mile connectivity from airports in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, improved flight connectivity under the Udaan scheme, chain of good hotels and hygiene. Sundar Singaram, Director - Operations, South Indian Hotels and Restaurants Association, said domestic travel has also become costly because of airfare. Airlines tend to raise fares when they see a rise in bookings. They grasp the trends very fast. Charges further increase depending on availability and quality of facilities at tourist locations, he said. This is where international destinations like Nepal, Indonesia, Thailand and Sri Lanka are scoring. Hotels, tour operators and government agencies should collectively keep a close watch on changing lifestyles and market trends. For example, the thrust this year is on family and religious tourism. Many tourists are now looking for Vegetarian Only places. Stakeholders and government agencies should be flexible to adapt to market changes quickly and design unique packages to catch the crowd. Though the Maha Kumbh mela has ended, people are still going to Prayagraj and continuing to Ram Temple in Ayodhya and Sita Kund in Gaya, Bihar. The trend this season is the Ramayana Circuit, which Karnataka should have tapped, admitted a tourism department official, not wanting to be named. S Mahalingaiah, secretary, Karnataka Tourism Society, said Karnataka gets a large number of tourists from Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad and South Chennai who prefer places like Dandeli, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, K Gudi, Bandipur, or temples in Shravanabelagola, Kukke Subramanya, Dharmasthala, Udupi, Murudeshwar, Jain Basadis and Kollur. The biggest competition for Karnataka is from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Goa, Tamil Nadu and now even Hyderabad. Thus a lot of effort is needed to explore the states maximum potential. Fill the gaps Commenting on gaps in what is planned on paper and what is seen on the ground, a tourism ministry official said, The problem is not just in Karnataka, but states across India. It is the lack of aggressive marketing and promotion of destinations on international and domestic platforms. All that it is promoted on international platforms is the Taj Mahal, Hampi, Goa, Ranthambore and Gir. On domestic platforms, it is Hampi, Karwar, Murudeshwar, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru and Mysuru. But there are many more places and private destinations that should be included in the list. The government needs to learn from Italy, Japan or even West Asia, where every year something new is promoted along with older destinations. How a destination is packaged is also important. All international websites have a window where tourist destinations and native language is promoted. This is lacking here. S Shanmugham, member, Tourism Committee, Federation of Karnataka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI), said the government should pay special attention to improve last-mile connectivity from bus stands, railway stations and airports in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities to tourist destinations, hotels and resorts. Dependence on private transport and exploitation is a concern. Shanmugham added that most of the tourist spots are in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, where infrastructure, affordable hotels and hygiene need to be maintained. These are the basics tourists look for and take back. This will not just help attract more tourists, but also improve the economy and boost employment. Official speak Karnataka Tourism Director KV Rajendra said the tourism sector in the state is thriving largely on domestic tourism, which makes up 70-90% of footfalls, depending on the season and occasion. Addressing concern over the delay in providing facilities in certain locations, he said it is a Catch-22 situation. As tourists point to the need, stakeholders and financiers see no quick returns. Thus the government has taken up the task of constructing three-star hotels which will be operated by Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC) in select locations, including Belur, Pattadakal, Aihole and in coastal areas. We are also preparing a demand and supply report of each location to undertake development-based infrastructure works, he said, adding that to close the last-mile connectivity gap, talks are being held with bus operators and hoteliers in most tourist locations. Rajendra said work is on to improve infrastructure and food and beverage setups along the coast and in North Karnataka. Talks with NHAI and PWD are being held to improve wayside amenities. A regulatory mechanism is also being worked on for constant checks and feedback. MANY WORLDS Preferred destinations: Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Sakleshpur, Hampi, Bandipur and Nagarahole reserves Potential destination: Belur, Halebidu, Pattadakal, coastal areas spread across 320km Lesser-known spots: As per state archaeology and tourism departments, there are over 80,000 heritage sites which are barely explored. Apart from Lakkundi and Yana caves, there are 22 lesser-known beach locations, including Pannambur, Kasargod, Kapu and Sasihithlu TOUGH COMPETITION A team of consultants and stakeholders has prepared a list of locations which face tough competition with other states, and which need special attention. Coorg and Mysuru compete with Wayanad and Ooty Coastal Karnataka competes with Kasargod, Goa and Puducherry Wildlife tourism destinations compete with Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat Temple towns compete with those in Tamil Nadu

Despite repeated pleas by patrons, Southern Railway not inclined to extend Gomateshwara and CSMT Express to Mangaluru Central

While the Zone had been citing platform constraint at Central as the reason for non-extension earlier, it gives other reasons after two more platforms commissioned

Drug peddlers pay Rs 1 lakh per shipment to skip airport security in Karnataka cities

BENGALURU: With drug peddling getting tougher with each passing day, smugglers are now colluding with courier agencies, paying at least Rs 1 lakh to ship drugs, bypassing all security checks at airports, especially in Bengaluru and Mangaluru. To cover their tracks, the kingpins send different human couriers with drugs, ensuring that no one suspects them. This plan, a Central Crime Branch (CCB) official said, is effective because airport security checks are based on prior intelligence, and courier services ensure that packaging of drugs is done in such a way that avoids detection. Sleuths from CCBs anti-narcotics wings of Bengaluru and Mangaluru told TNIE that these traffickers, like cyber fraudsters, have established a well-organised hierarchy. Drugs sourced from densely populated cities: CCB Drugs, mostly produced in Delhi, are smuggled to other cities through these courier channels to ensure smooth passage at airports. According to police, this anonymous pattern came to light recently after Mangalurus CCB busted the largest-ever drugs racket in the state, leading to the arrest of two South African women and seizure of 37.878 kg of MDMA valued at Rs 75 crore. A senior CCB official said, Drugs are sourced from cities that are densely populated and geographically unfamiliar to local investigators, making it difficult to trace their origin. Such cities are far away and are unknown to the teams investigating the end points, making tracking the supply chain challenging, the official said. Drugs are smuggled through various layers, involving couriers, sub-peddlers, and peddlers none of whom know each other, he added. Each layer is found handling certain quantities of drugs. The first layer only carries a few grams, while the fourth layer possesses several kg of drugs, the officer said. While drugs are sent to cities such as Mangaluru or border areas like Kasaragod in Kerala, sub-peddlers only handle small quantities, just a few grams, for distribution in their areas. Large quantities of drugs are sent to bigger cities such as Bengaluru, Goa and Chennai, which further complicates the investigation and breaks the chain, according to police sources. Each time they seized a drug shipment, they uncovered a trail of digital footprints such as phone calls, social media messages and bank transactions. However, phone numbers are registered under fake identities and transactions are done through mule accounts, a senior officer said. Moreover, all communications are sent in disappearing mode with conversations vanishing after a short time. For instance, names used for contacts in one case were aliases like I Love God, Mogambo, and Apple Pie leaving investigators baffled, the officer said. The real challenge is thousands of foreign nationals are involved, operating under Indian names, an officer said, adding that these false identities and encrypted communication make it impossible for investigators to pin down those behind the operations. After the pattern came to light, the police said they are working closely with airports, airlines, and check-in services to identify and intercept the network at various stages of supply.

KSDMA lists 82 landslide-prone areas in state, but district admin yet to act

BENGALURU: The pre-monsoons are already here, and monsoons are barely two months away. This is the season when landslides occur, but the measures to prevent such disasters are conspicuous by their absence, even as the Karnataka State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has increased the number of landslide-prone sites in the state to 82 from the previous 75. The KSDMAs new list of landslide-prone sites includes Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, Shivamogga and Hassan, to which have been added such sites in Mangaluru, Belagavi, Londa and areas bordering Goa. These sites are witnessing intense infrastructure works. The KSDMA has alerted district administrations to take up landslide prevention measures, but to no avail. KSDMA Commissioner, S Honamma, confirmed that circulars pertaining to anti-landslides precautions that need to be taken during the pre-monsoon and monsoon period have been issued to the deputy commissioners. On July 16 last year, a catastrophic landslide occurred near Shirur on National Highway 66, which runs almost northsouth along the west coast of India, parallel to the Western Ghats. Among the eight who died was a truck driver whose body was found in the adjacent Gangavathi river. After the tragedy, the KSDMA had red-flagged erroneous methods with which hills were cut at dangerous angles to lay or expand ghat roads, besides other construction activities for infrastructure development. Sand bags kept in flood-prone spots But we see the same continuing. The use of large JCBs for clearing boulders to lay roads in the hills continues, a senior KSDMA official informed TNIE , requesting not to be named. Despite that the state government and the agencies concerned have remained apathetic towards it. The prolonged dry spell from November-March should have been utilised to keep sand bags in flood-prone locations, putting nets on landslide-prone slopes and pruning branches in angles on those slopes, he said. Another KSDMA official said, We have had multiple meetings with district administrations, and nodal officers have been identified. While precautionary measures have been listed, nothing has been done on the ground to mitigate the problems. Meanwhile, explaining delays in implementing landslide-prevention measures, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Regional Officer, Karnataka, Vilas Brahmankar, said, We need land around the roads for works. Execution of works takes time as survey and land acquisition takes time. He said in the case of Shirur and Udupi, surveys took 3-4 months to complete, and implementation of works took around 9-10 months. Tenders for improving the road works have been called for Sakleshpur and Hassan. Explaining the list of protection works needed along highways, Brahmankar said slope protection, angling of the hills, flatting the slopes, creating drain works, putting pipes and tightening the soil are some of them. The NHAI is taking the help of the National Institute of Rock Mechanism for protecting vulnerable locations. Along NH-66, the NHAI with the Geological Survey of India has identified 12 sites. But stressing the need to implement landslide-prevention works, KSDMA appealed to people already making vacation plans to hill stations, to follow safety measures.

Protest against Wakf Amendment Act in Mangaluru

Mangaluru to get Vande Bharat Sleeper Express soon after its launch: Somanna

Railway Ministry will undertake combined tunnel project along with Union Road Transport Ministry in Shiradi Ghat on Mangaluru-Bengaluru route

241 annual way to cross devotion to be held near Mangaluru on April 15

Rani Abbakka Maritime University Proposal Gathers Steam in Mangaluru - newskarnataka.com

Rani Abbakka Maritime University Proposal Gathers Steam in Mangaluru newskarnataka.com

Tulu film Meera featuring strong female lead released in Mangaluru - Daijiworld

Tulu film Meera featuring strong female lead released in Mangaluru Daijiworld

Missing Auto-Rickshaw Driver Found Dead in Kasaragod; Murder Suspected

Missing Auto-Rickshaw Driver Found Dead in Kasaragod; Murder Suspected Mangaluru: The body of Mohammed Sharif, a missing auto-rickshaw driver from Mulki Kolnadu KS Rao Nagar, has been discovered in an abandoned well in Kunja Thuru Padavu, located within the Manjeshwar police station limits of Kasaragod district. Mr. Sharif had been missing since April 9, 2025. [] The post Missing Auto-Rickshaw Driver Found Dead in Kasaragod; Murder Suspected appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangaluru auto driver found dead in Manjeswar in Kerala

Three Arrested in Mangaluru for Trafficking MDMA

Three Arrested in Mangaluru for Trafficking MDMA Mangaluru: The Mangaluru City Crime Branch (CCB) police have apprehended three individuals in connection with the sale of the prohibited narcotic substance, MDMA, in the Surathkal area. The arrests were made on April 10, 2025, following credible intelligence indicating the suspects were operating a drug trafficking operation. The [] The post Three Arrested in Mangaluru for Trafficking MDMA appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Heavy rain and gusty wind inundate roads in Mangaluru

The rains that lasted for more than one hour brought down the soaring temperatures, thereby offering reprieve to people from the summer heat

Mangaluru-Vijayapura Special to short-terminate at Hubballi

Power shutdown on April 11 in Mangaluru

KCCI expects major works on NH 75 to be completed by May

NH 75 is the major road link between Mangaluru and Bengaluru

Karnataka: BJP has strength to uproot Congress govt in coming days, says Vijayendra

Launching the partys Janaakrosha Yatre in Mangaluru, he alleged that the Congress was indulging in minority appeasement, suppressing BJP workers, and burdening citizens with price hikes, while ignoring the concerns of the Hindu community.

Siddaramaiah CM of only Bengaluru; scared he will lose power to DKS: Karntaka BJP president Vijayendra

MANGALURU: The BJPs Janakrosh Yatra against the Congress State Governments policies entered Dakshina Kannada on Wednesday. Addressing a gathering in Mangaluru, state BJP president BY Vijayendra directly attacked Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, saying that the latter is the CM of only Bengaluru, as he is not seen elsewhere. There are two reasons for that. He (Siddaramaiah) is scared that DyCM DK Shivakumar will occupy his seat if he leaves Bengaluru. He is also not going elsewhere, as he is scared that people will beat him up, Vijayendra said. Vijayendra went on to accuse the Congress government in the state of being anti-people, anti-Hindu, and corrupt and urged people to uproot it. He said that prices of over 50 commodities have increased ever since the Congress came to power in Karnataka in 2023. The price of milk has gone up by Rs 9 and that of petrol and diesel by Rs 7.5. Farmers are made to shell out Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 3 lakh to get a power connection to their farmland, Vijayendra said. Referring to the participation of 83-year-old Vatsala Kamath in the rally, the BJP leader said that it indicates the peoples anger against the Siddaramaiah government. Referring to a person kissing an accused in the murder of BJP worker Praveen Nettar while he was being taken to a court in Dakshina Kannada, Vijayendra said, If BS Yediyurappa was the CM, then that person would have been gunned down. Vijayendra said Karnataka was second in development after Gujarat when Yediyurappa was the CM, but now under Siddaramaiah, the state has topped the country in corruption. Vijayendra also condemned the government for extending 4% reservation for minorities in government contracts and releasing funds for the education of Muslim girls. He lashed out at the CM for criticising Prime Minister Narendra Modi over alleged injustice to the state in the devolution of funds and said that the state received more funds under Modis rule compared to the UPA regime. He alleged that the development has taken a back seat in the state and rural students have no buses to reach schools and colleges. Is Dakshina Kannada not in the state? Why are you not giving funds? he said. Former minister B Sriramulu said that the Congress government is solely dependent on the five guarantees, but there is no guarantee for peoples lives in the state.

Mangala Resource Management achieves over 2,000 tonnes of negative carbon emission in 2023-24

The eco-startup operates material recovery facilities in Karkala, Bantwal, Mangaluru and Puttur taluks of coastal Karnataka

Railways to operate Mangaluru-Thiruvananthapuram special

Mangaluru Basketball Club Makes Fourth Consecutive Karnataka Basketball League - newskarnataka.com

Mangaluru Basketball Club Makes Fourth Consecutive Karnataka Basketball League newskarnataka.com

Dakshina Kannada loses top spot to Udupi in PU II results after five years

MANGALURU: Dakshina Kannada, which had topped the state in the second year pre-university examination results for the past five consecutive years, has slipped to second position with a pass percentage of 93.57% this year and was ranked second in the state. Udupi, which held the second position for the past three years, topped the chart with 93.90% pass percentage. Dakshina Kannada, from 2020 to 2024, had topped the state with a pass percentage of 90.71%, 100%, 88.02%, 95.33% and 97.37%, respectively. A total of 36,043 students had appeared for the second PU exams in the district, of which 32,903 have passed, thus registering a 93.57% percentage. Out of 36,043 students, 17,852 are boys and 18,191 are girls. Meanwhile, two students from a private college have topped the state in Science and Commerce. Amoolya Kamath, hailing from Bantwal and a student of Expert PU College, secured 599 marks and topped the state. She has secured 100 marks in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Sanskrit and 99 marks in English. I want to be an engineer and I dedicate my success to parents and lecturers of Expert PU College, Amoolya said. Deepashree S has also secured 599 marks in Commerce stream. A student of Canara PU College, Deepashree aims to become a chartered accountant. I studied in a government school from Class 7 to 10. I have not attended any coaching. Support from my lecturers and parents has helped me secure good marks, she said. Shivamogga girl tops too Deeksha R, a student of Vagdevi PU College in Melinakuruvalli village of Thirthahalli taluk, has topped the state in the science stream by securing 599 out of 600 marks in the PU II exams. Speaking to TNIE, Deeksha shared that she aspires to become a computer engineer. My dream is to get into a top engineering institute and build a career in technology, she said. Deepashree S, who also secured 599 out of 600, but in the Commerce stream, in Dakshina Kannada district on Tuesday

IRCTC introduces train, air tour packages from Mangaluru

Closure of NH bridge leads to traffic chaos in Mangaluru

IRCTC to launch Kashmir air tour package from Mangaluru on August 25

Konkani Play SBG Travels Delights Audience at Kalaangann

Konkani Play SBG Travels Delights Audience at Kalaangann Mangaluru: The 280th installment of Mandd Sobhanns Monthly Theatre series was successfully staged at Kalaangann, Shakthinagar on April 6, 2025, continuing the organizations 39-year tradition of promoting Konkani culture. Reinald Lobo, a member of the Mandd Theatre group, inaugurated the event by ringing the ceremonial bell. Prominent [] The post Konkani Play SBG Travels Delights Audience at Kalaangann appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangaluru Basketball Club clinches historic fourth consecutive Karnataka League title - Daijiworld

Mangaluru Basketball Club clinches historic fourth consecutive Karnataka League title Daijiworld

Appearing for test papers built confidence, says II PUC science joint topper from Mangaluru

She is interested in pursuing a career in engineering

Mangaluru sees a growing demand for managed workspaces

Mangaluru City Corporation to clear stormwater drains to avoid floods in monsoon

Mangaluru museum to spotlight Konkani vaidyas who shaped ancient botany

Overnight pelagic survey held off Mangaluru to understand birds

About 1,000 households in Mangaluru using piped natural gas by GGL

BJPs Jan Akrosh Yatra in Mangaluru on April 9

MP seeks Aviation Ministers intervention to retain crew base of AIE in Mangaluru

Recruiters must offer fair, dignified pay to job-seekers: Karnataka medical education minister

BENGALURU: Urging employers to go beyond providing jobs, Dr Sharan Prakash Patil, Minister for Medical Education and Skill Development, stressed the importance of offering fair and dignified pay to job-seekers. Speaking at the Udyoga Utsava 2025, organised by the Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) on Saturday, the minister said that employers must adopt a humanitarian approach when fixing wages so employees can live with dignity. Those working in urban centres like Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Mangaluru need more than just survival wages. Without fair pay, many workers are forced to return to their native towns and stay unemployed. Employers must ensure wages that allow a life of dignity, the minister said. To address unemployment and create global opportunities for the states youth, minister Patil further announced that the government would host a special overseas job fair in the next three months exclusively for nurses and paramedical professionals. The minister announced a mega job fair in Kalaburagi on April 16, followed by similar regional job fairs in Mysuru, Hubballi, and Belagavi. The issue is not just unemployment it is a skill gap. We are working on integrating skill-based education across universities and will also establish multi-skill development centres in Kalaburagi, Koppal, and Mysuru, Patil said. Countries such as Germany, Japan, and Italy are seeing a rising demand for Indian healthcare workers, but many health professionals struggle to access these jobs due to language barriers. To bridge this gap, the government has already announced plans to introduce German, Japanese, and Italian language courses in nursing colleges across Karnataka, the minister added. Dr EV Ramana Reddy, Chairperson of the Skill Development Authority and retired Additional Chief Secretary, who was speaking among FKCCI president MG Balakrishna, Chairman of FKCCIs Skill Development Committee Abhishek BA, and others highlighted that 85% of graduates lack essential skills due to the current focus on formal education. Job fairs like these help align skill development programs with industry needs. We are now expanding this focus beyond Bengaluru, he said.

ACP to probe cops involvement in gold recovery case in Mangaluru

Mangaluru city may not face drinking water crisis this summer: MCC Commissioner

Nearly 100 BJP workers storm jail in Mangaluru over mobile jammers, detained - Deccan Herald

Nearly 100 BJP workers storm jail in Mangaluru over mobile jammers, detained Deccan Herald

Nearly 100 BJP workers storm jail in Mangaluru over mobile jammers, detained

BJP workers stormed the Mangaluru district jail over issues with mobile jammers disrupting cellular signals within a 3-kilometer radius, affecting businesses and court officials. Led by MLA Vedavyas Kamath, the party demanded deactivation of the jammers and threatened further action against jail authorities if their demands were not met.

Mangaluru: Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao directs completion of Indoor Sports Complex by April 15 - Daijiworld

Mangaluru: Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao directs completion of Indoor Sports Complex by April 15 Daijiworld

Coffee Board looks to expand cultivation area by 4 lakh hectares

BENGALURU: Making the most of rising demand for coffee in international and domestic markets, the Coffee Board of India is working to increase the area under coffee plantation in the country. Interestingly, researchers, officials and experts working with the Board have found spaces below arecanut trees also conducive for coffee plantation. They point out that arecanut plantations are increasing not just in South India but even in Northeast India, where coffee can be grown. A detailed project proposal has been prepared and placed before the Ministry of Commerce and Industry for approval. In the working plan being prepared, one of the aspects is increasing the area of coffee plantation. The Board is looking at expansion in the Northeast, Odisha, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, sources in the Board told TNIE. In India, 4.4 lakh hectares of land is under coffee plantation, and around 50 per cent on 2.2 lakh hectares is grown in Karnataka alone. According to the Board, though coffee plantation area is saturated in Karnataka, some new locations have been identified in Mangaluru and Puttur in Dakshina Kannada where coffee can be grown. While coastal regions are not suitable for coffee cultivation, due to salinity and moisture in the air, these regions have been found towards the Western Ghats, where coffee can be grown, the source added. A Board official said: There is scope to increase coffee cultivation in the country by another 4 lakh hectares. A report on this has been prepared. The Coffee Board is promoting cultivation of Arabica coffee, which is most sought after in the international market, with demand for coffee rising globally. Areas at an elevation of 500-800 metres are ideal for Robusta coffee, and those at an elevation of over 800metres are suitable for Arabica coffee. Areas under tea cultivation and podu cultivation practiced by tribals are being tapped for coffee cultivation in Northeast India, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Receiving death threats over Waqf row: Former chairman of Karnataka State Minorities Commission

MANGALURU: Former chairman of Karnataka State Minorities Commission, Anwar Manippady, has sought protection, stating that he has been receiving death threats via internet-based calls. Manippady told reporters on Friday that he has been receiving threat calls over the last two days and he has orally informed Mangaluru City Police Commissioner Anupam Agarwal about the calls. I have been receiving threats for many years. From Wednesday after the Waqf Amendment Bill was passed, I started receiving more calls. Those who made those calls spoke in Marathi, Kannada, English, and Urdu. One person spoke like a foreigner, saying names of leaders of the country have been damaged because of me. They seemed to be internet calls. They told me, I am running out of time. It is being said that they (Union Government) have come up with an amendment to the bill based on my report on mismanagement of Waqf properties. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has also mentioned about my report during discussions on the Waqf Amendment Bill. My friends have also asked me to be careful while stepping out, he said, adding that he has also informed Union minister Pralhad Joshi about the calls. However, he did not speculate as to who could be issuing death threats, while their identities are yet to be ascertained. Meanwhile, Police Commissioner Agrawal said Manippady lodgefiled a complaint. It is a non-cognisable offence and the victim has to go to court as per the new BNS Act, he said. I have filed a complaint with Kadri police. I have received around 10 threat calls, and the police must investigate and trace them, Manippady said. It may be noted that Manippady has been vocal on several issues concerning the minority communities.

Preservation of Coastal Heritage at Risk: INTACH Calls for Structured Conservation Approach in Mangaluru and Beyond

Preservation of Coastal Heritage at Risk: INTACH Calls for Structured Conservation Approach in Mangaluru and Beyond Mangaluru: The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH), Mangaluru Chapter, has issued a strong call for the implementation of a structured approach to heritage conservation in the coastal region, citing growing concerns over the loss of [] The post Preservation of Coastal Heritage at Risk: INTACH Calls for Structured Conservation Approach in Mangaluru and Beyond appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Iskcon Mangaluru to organise Ramanavami celebrations

Trust to launch Awake Kudla app to take up issues related to domestic waste collection, traffic in Mangaluru

Ciel Merlyn Monteiro Wins State Spell Bee Title

Ciel Merlyn Monteiro Wins State Spell Bee Title Mangaluru: Ciel Merlyn Monteiro, a dedicated student of Class X at Mount Carmel Central School, Maryhill, has emerged victorious in the 2024-25 state-level grand finale of the WIZ National Spell Bee competition, widely recognized as Indias premier spelling bee. The competition, which tests participants on their vocabulary, [] The post Ciel Merlyn Monteiro Wins State Spell Bee Title appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Railways to operate Erode-Barmer Weekly Special via Mangaluru

Signal jammer issue in Mangaluru jail partially fixed

Free computer education in govt school gives students exposure to modern technology in Mangaluru

Rohan Corporation Unveils Rohan Mirage: A New Benchmark in Luxury Living in Mangaluru

Rohan Corporation Unveils Rohan Mirage: A New Benchmark in Luxury Living in Mangaluru Mangaluru: Rohan Corporation, a pioneer in reshaping coastal Karnatakas real estate landscape, is thrilled to announce the grand launch of Rohan Mirage, an ultra-luxury residential project in the serene locale of Kulshekar, Mangaluru on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 5.00 pm. Set [] The post Rohan Corporation Unveils Rohan Mirage: A New Benchmark in Luxury Living in Mangaluru appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Irked by magistrates order advocates stage snap protest in Mangaluru

Acclaimed Kannada Play Mattiah 22:39 Returns to Mangaluru After National Festival Tour

Acclaimed Kannada Play Mattiah 22:39 Returns to Mangaluru After National Festival Tour Mangaluru: Team Astitva , a prominent Mangaluru-based theatre organization, is set to stage its critically acclaimed Kannada play, Mattiah 22:39, at St Aloysius (Deemed to be University) campus on April 3rd and 4th, 2025, at 7:00 PM. This homecoming performance follows a successful [] The post Acclaimed Kannada Play Mattiah 22:39 Returns to Mangaluru After National Festival Tour appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Father Muller to Hold 35th Graduation Ceremony on April 3 to 5

Father Muller to Hold 35th Graduation Ceremony on April 3 to 5 Mangaluru: Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, a unit of Father Muller Charitable Institutions, will host its 35th Graduation Ceremony on March 3, at 10:00 am at the Father Muller Convention Centre, Kankanady. Addressing the media persons Fr. Faustine Lucas Lobo Designate [] The post Father Muller to Hold 35th Graduation Ceremony on April 3 to 5 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

15-day personality development camp in Mangaluru

Old Netravathi Bridge to be closed for traffic for a month to facilitate its rehabilitation

As the NHAI takes up the rehabilitation, Mangaluru City Traffic Police will facilitate two-way traffic on the new bridge on Kochi-Panvel NH 66

Two arrested for bid to break into Muthoot Finance branch in Mangaluru

The police seized a drilling machine, screwdriver, and some other tools from the duo

Mangaluru prison should be shifted to new premises in Bantwal taluk, says MLC

Mangaluru: Cops crackdown on illegal cattle transport

Preliminary investigations revealed that the vehicle's original registration number was KA 19 AF 1399. The suspected individuals involved in the transport have been identified as Tauseef Peradi and Harine Peradi, while a third person remains unidentified

Twenty heads of cattle rescued at Bajpe in Mangaluru

While the Bajrang Dal activists, who chased the vehicle, alleged that the accused fired at them, the police said there was no visible proof of firing at the spot. Two of the cattle were found dead.

Air India Express to connect Mangaluru with Hyderabad, Chennai from April

Police to file cases under BNS for traffic violations by city bus drivers

As many as 1,527 traffic violations were reported in Mangaluru so far this year

Railway Minister evades query on reorganisation of Mangaluru Railway Region and bringing it under SWR

Mangaluru International Airport to offer enhanced connectivity to Bengaluru in summer schedule 2025

E-khata mandate for property registration causing trouble for many in Mangaluru, says MLA

Owing to technical issues arising from the integration, the online system is not allowing the registration of documents

Srinivas College management says it had no intention to encroach on government land at Mukka near Mangaluru

The foundation, which runs Srinivas College, blames the building contractor for spilling soil into the adjacent government land

Residents mobile networks paralysed after new jammers commissioned at Mangaluru prison

Department received similar complaints from residents around Central Prisons where jammers were commissioned, says DGP (Prisons) Malini Krishnamurthy

Satish Ira from Mangaluru wins the first prize in photo contest

Prakash Kandakur from Koppal comes second, while Bharat Kandakur bags the third place

Palakkad Division confident of completing Mangaluru Junction station development work by April

The Station was chosen for development under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at an estimated cost of 19.32 core

Case filed against Shama Rao Foundation for alleged encroachment of riverbed near Mangaluru

Revenue Dept alleges Srinivas College, run by the foundation, had encroached 23 cents of riverbed in Mukka

Canara Engineering College student wins Mangaluru regional finals of TCS TechBytes

Karnataka PG Owner, Associates Assault Student Over Online Review

Mangaluru police register case after a student alleges he was attacked for posting a poor online rating of his PG accommodation

Power shutdown in parts of Mangaluru on Thursday

Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Member of Parliament Kota Srinivas Poojary demands extension of Mangaluru-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express to Mumbai

The MP urges Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw not to cancel the Madgaon service because of low patronage

Dakshina Kannada MP Captain Brijesh Chowta urges Railway Minister to free coastal railway network from hands of two corporations

MP says Konkan Railway Corporation and Hassan-Mangaluru Rail Development Corporation unable to facilitate growth of region

Mangaluru CCB Arrests Absconding Aide of Kali Yogish

Aseer is a close associate of Kali Yogish, who is currently hiding abroad

Undertrial Found Dead by Suicide in Mangaluru District Prison

Prakash Gopal Moolya, arrested under POCSO Act, dies in alleged suicide at Mangaluru prison

CM, BJP laud Mangaluru city police for cracking a major drug trafficking network

Mangaluru court acquits teacher in fake document case

MDMA worth Rs 75 cr seized in K'taka, 2 foreigners held

Mangaluru Police in Karnataka have seized over 37 kg of MDMA, valued at Rs 75 crore, marking the biggest-ever drug haul in the state. Two South African nationals were arrested in Bengaluru in connection with the case. The operation stemmed from an earlier arrest six months ago, leading authorities to an international drug network with links to traffickers using air routes between Delhi and Bengaluru. The arrested individuals are suspected of supplying drugs to Nigerian peddlers and using forged passports and visas for travel. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah lauded the police operation and highlighted the government's commitment to building a drug-free society.