Compositions set to Raag Shivaranjini captivates audience in Mangaluru
Putthige Mutt seer seeks metro rail between Udupi and Mangaluru, national recognition for Kambala
Udupi Paryaya Putthige Mutt submitted a memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Udupi on November 28 placing eight demands for comprehensive development of Udupi district
Coming soon: Bedrolls for hire on sleeper trains to Chennai
KOCHI: Are you planning a train journey in sleeper class in the next few months? If so, you can cross off packing that bedsheet and pillow to make your trip comfortable. Taking note of problems faced by passengers, the Chennai division of Southern Railway has announced that from January 1, 2026, the transporter will provide sanitized, ready-to-use bedrolls on an on-demand, on-payment basis. Travellers from Kerala too would be able to avail the facility since two trains from the state have been included in the list of services in which this facility will be introduced.The train services from Kerala are the 22651/22652 Chennai-Palakkad Express, the 12695/12696 Chennai CentralThiruvananthapuram Express, and, the 22639/22640 Chennai-Alappuzha Express, a railway official said. Announcing the initiative, the Chennai division, in a communique, said that till now sleeper class passengers did not have access to an organised provision of bedrolls. To address this, the Chennai division implemented a pilot project under the New Innovative Non-Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme during 2023-24. The pilot project received an overwhelmingly positive response from passengers, prompting the Railways to introduce this service as a regular non-fare revenue initiative. Under the scheme, a bedsheet, pillow, and pillow cover can be obtained on payment of Rs 50; and a pillow and pillow cover for Rs 30. Passengers can get hold of a single bedsheet for Rs 20. The passengers associations have welcomed the move. This initiative will help passengers travelling to Chennai or Mangaluru. Nearly all passengers on Chennai Mail and other trains make do with their bags as pillows while sleeping on bare berths. Now, that wont be necessary. Another thing that makes this initiative good is that it is not compulsory, as in AC, where the fee for bedsheets, pillows, and blankets is included in the fare, said P Krishnakumar, general secretary of Thrissur Railway Passengers Association.
CM seeks PMs intervention to avert widespread farmer distress in Karnataka
Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao hands over CMs letter to PM at Mangaluru International Airport on Friday
PM Modi holds road show in Karnatakas Udupi
UDUPI (KARNATAKA), Nov 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday held a road show in the temple town of Udupi. Modi landed at the Mangaluru Airport and proceeded to Udupi by a special helicopter. The Prime Minister arrived here to take part in the Laksha Geeta Pathana, a mass recitation in which more than one lakh devotees will chant verses from the Bhagavad Gita in unison. Standing on the running board of his vehicle, the Prime Minister waved at the [] The post PM Modi holds road show in Karnatakas Udupi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Wildlife Bill: Kerala CM seeks MPs help to get Presidents nod
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a move to facilitate effective Centre-state interactions, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urged the MPs from the state to intervene to get Presidents nod for the Wildlife Protection (Kerala Amendment) Bill. The permission is crucial as the bill passed by the Kerala Legislative Assembly simplifies major obstructions in the 11th section of the Wildlife Protection Law 1972. In an online meeting convened on Thursday, the CM asked MPs to raise the demand for the disbursal of central share to be provided to the victims of the human-animal conflict. The meeting was attended by state ministers and other officers concerned. Seeking the MPs intervention to reinstate two tranches of Rs 6,757 crore and Rs 3,323 crore, which were cut from the states borrowing limits in the financial years 2024-25 and 2025-26, respectively, Pinarayi reiterated the stand to increase the states borrowing limit to 3.5%. Pointing out that the centre only provided Rs 260.56 crore for the Meppadi-Chooralmala rehabilitation against the states demand of Rs 2,221.03 crore, Pinarayi asked MPs to help the state avail of its deserving share. Urging that the central government should increase its share in the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) 2.0, the CM asked the MPs to intervene to avoid the display of PMAY boards during its implementation. Making an attempt to reduce the duration of the Thiruvananthapuram-Kasaragode rail journey, the CM urged MPs to raise the demand for conducting surveys for the third and fourth line on the Thiruvananthapuram-Mangaluru section, along with the deployment of Namo Bharat Rapid Rail here. Other key projects, including AIIMS, Attappady Irrigation Project, and the rail projects on the Angamaly-Sabari, Thalassery-Mysore, and Nilambur-Nanjangud routes, should also be highlighted before the Union government, the CM stressed.
CREDAI Mangaluru to hold BuildSmart Innovation Challenge
IndiGo to operate Navi Mumbai - Mangaluru flights from December 25
Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner inspects broken footbridge near Ullal Hoige
Mangaluru: Power shutdown on November 27
Whistleblower-Turned-Accused Masked Man In Dharmasthala Case Gets Bail
The masked man, who had alleged that he assisted in illegal mass burials in Dharmasthala and was later arrested on charges of perjury for lying about certain facts in the case, was granted bail by the Mangaluru District Court today.
Dharmasthala case: Mangaluru court grants bail to Chinnaiah
Mangaluru court grants bail to Dharmasthala whistleblower: Reports
CS Chinnaiah alias Chinna, the whistleblower in the ongoing Dharmasthala case, was granted bail by a Mangaluru court on Monday, November 24. The bail was granted on 12 conditions, including a bond of Rs 1 lakh, reported Vartha Bharti Chinna had been lodged in the Shivamogga jail for the past three months. The development comes 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 .
Namma Ooru Namma Nela art work exhibition till Nov 29
Namma Ooru Namma Nela, an exhibition of paintings, drawings, and installations by 10 artists of the coastal region will continue till November 29 at Kodialguthu Centre for Art and Culture in Mangaluru
MCC to have 60 stray dog feeding zones
The Mangaluru City Corporation will have a stray dog feeding zone in each of the 60 wards of the civic body, MCC Commissioner Ravichandra Naik said in Mangaluru
Border crime meeting held in Mangaluru
It was subsequently found that the child had been missing from his school in Vasco-da-Gama, Goa, and his parents had widely circulated information seeking help in tracing him
Surathkal-Nanthoor-B.C. Road highway stretch to come under NHAI
The move sets the stage for reliable maintenance, long-term enhancement of one of Mangalurus most critical road corridors, says Capt. Brijesh Chowta, MP, Dakshina Kannada
Solid waste management in Mangaluru goes haywire, says MLA
Mangaluru: Laterite stone extractors seek more permits to bring down cost of stone
Hindu Jagarana Vedike leader arrested in Mangaluru
Migratory bird Sykess Nightjar recorded in Mangaluru in a first for south India
According to K. Vivek Nayak, a birder from Coastal Karnataka Birdwatchers Network, the bird was recorded for the first time in South India on November 16, 2025
Karavali Utsav in Mangaluru from December 19 to January 4
The Dakshina Kannada district administration has decided to hold this years Karavali Utsav from December 19 to January 4, 2026, according to Deputy Commissioner H.V. Darshan
RPF nabs four Haryana Gang members who stole jewellery worth 50 lakh in a coordinated operation
The accused who had stolen the valuables on Chennai-Mangaluru Mail in Kerala, were caught on Mangaluru-Mumbai Matsyagandha Express at Madgaon
The Karavali Development Board, Mangaluru (erstwhile Coastal Development Authority), in its first meeting held in Udupi on Monday, discussed taking forward proposals to build an international cricket stadium and an airport in the vicinity of Padubidri in Udupi district, according to chairman of the board M.A. Gafoor
While Kerala-bound trains run almost to normal timing, Mangaluru-bound trains, running on the same Konkan Railway network, always get delayed
Man arrested for stealing gold bangles from parked car near hotel on Bengaluru-Mangaluru highway
Mangaluru CEN Police Bust CyberFraud Racket
Investigators found that Hmngte Reail kom had used more than 300 bank accounts and over 250 SIM cards for cyber fraud
Mangaluru police arrest two cyber fraud accused from Northeast
One accused used more than 300 bank accounts and 250 mobile SIM cards for cyber fraud
MANGALURU: A At first glance, Vijaya may appear to be just another watchman at the gates of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University). But behind that uniform is a man of unshakeable passion for theatre. Hailing from Hanekal near Bengaluru, Vijayas tryst with theatre began when he was nine years old. Growing up in a modest household, he had few material possessions but an imagination that knew no bounds. It all started when my mother noticed my interest in drama, recalls Vijaya. There was a drama practice happening nearby, and she requested them to let me take part. His mothers encouragement turned out to be the spark that ignited a lifelong passion. Vijaya was offered the role of Shikandi in a mythological play. Though it was a minor part, it gave him the confidence to pursue acting seriously. Within two years, he was entrusted with more prominent roles playing characters like Vidura, Karna, Arjuna, and Dharmaraya. Each performance polished his skills. I loved stepping into different characters and living their emotions, he says. At 16, Vijaya won an award at Kala Kshetra in Bengaluru for his portrayal of Shakuni in a mythological drama. This was not a role he had prepared for. His drama teacher, Jayaram, had offered him the part at the last minute when the actor who was to play Shakuni fell ill. It was a replacement role, but I put my heart and soul into it, Vijaya recalls. Not long after that performance, Jayaram passed away. The loss of his teacher and the dissolution of the team marked a turning point in his journey. Vijaya lost his parents when he was 17 and he moved to Mangaluru. He worked as a hotel supplier. He had little opportunity to pursue his artistic goals. Even while working long hours, I would often recite dialogues in my mind, he admits. The love for theatre never faded. Seven years ago, Vijaya joined St. Aloysius as a watchman. His passion for drama, however, remained alive. Whenever he saw students rehearsing for plays or college events, he reminisced of his days on the stage. Two years ago, Vijaya mentioned his background in theatre to lecturer Christy. During an event organized by the Ranga Adhyayana Kendra at the college, Vijaya was invited as a guest. What followed left the audience spellbound. Vijaya Vijaya performed a 10-minute monologue as Shakuni, the very role that had earned him acclaim years ago. With minimal preparation, he flawlessly delivered his dialogues, captivating the students and faculty alike. I didnt have a script, Vijaya says. I remembered the dialogues from my younger days. During my free time at work, I often practice a few lines just to keep the passion alive. Performing again after so many years was like traveling back in time. The applause he received that day reaffirmed his identity as an artiste. St Aloysius is my second home, he says. Ive earned not just respect here, but genuine love. Even after students graduate, many still call or message me to ask about my health. That affection means everything to me. Vijaya is married to, Kushala, and their daughter, Trisha, is currently doing her pre-university at St. Aloysius. Vice-Chancellor of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Dr. Praveen Martis, praised Vijayas sincerity and passion. During the college event where he performed, parents, teachers, and students were amazed by his talent. He is a passionate man, he told TNIE . Speaking to TNIE one of the staff members added, we dont see Vijaya as just a watchman. He is one of us, and always ready to help. Outgoing students often make sure to take a group photo with him before leaving the college. That shows how much he is loved here. Christopher DSouza, Director, Ranga Adhyana Kendra, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), says, We regularly practice drama late in the evening. Vijaya has built a rapport with everyone, often helping us during rehearsals. One day, he mentioned that he came from a traditional drama troupe. We often saw him practicing dialogues while walking around, and were amazed by his ability to recall lines even after 35 years. We later invited him as a guest to our student theatre festival and encouraged him to wear a costume again. There were tears in his eyes as he stepped on to the stage. His two-minute performance left the entire audience awestruck. For Vijaya, every day at the university gate is more than a job. Its another scene in the larger play of life, one where kindness, humility, and love for art take center stage.
Post-mortem points out multiple bites by dogs responsible for senior citizens death at Kumpala
The post-mortem of Dayananda Gatti, 60, who was found dead at Kumpala on the outskirts of Mangaluru, has reportedly revealed that he was bitten by multiple dogs, apart from the dog that was caught by the civic personnel
DigiYatra usage up at Mangaluru International Airport
Three Dead, Six Injured as Car Crashes into Narayana Guru Circle in Bantwal
Innova traveling from Bengaluru to Mangaluru loses control early Saturday, claiming three lives and leaving six seriously injured
The police said the car was heading to Udupi from Bengaluru
Man found dead in Mangaluru, animal attack suspected
Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy said a few people had seen him walking in the area around 3 a.m.
Mangaluru: Power shutdown on November 12
Mangaluru police arrest two drug peddlers, drugs worth 2.4 lakh seized
MIA handles highest monthly traffic of 2.28 lakh passengers in October, 2025
Mangaluru International Airport handled 2.28 lakh passengers during this October, which is the highest monthly traffic handled so far in 2025-26
Dr. K. Srinath Reddy was delivering an address at the 15th convocation of Nitte (Deemed-to-be-University) in Mangaluru
Mother fined 26,000 for allowing her minor son to drive motorcycle in Mangaluru
Hatijamma was convicted for offences punishable under Section 4 read with Section 181 and Section 199 (A) of Motor Vehicles Act
Alert citizen helps Mangaluru police catch absconding theft accused
Mangaluru: KCOCA Invoked Against Three
According to City Police Commissioner Sudhir Kumar Reddy, Prashant alias Pachu has a long criminal record with 14 cases registered against him, including one for murder and four for attempt to murder, which are at various stages of investigation and trial.
MP launches development programmes in Mangaluru constituency
Swachh Mangaluru Abhiyan volunteers clean Hampankatta area
Delayed arrival of prominent trains in Mangaluru causes concern among passengers
Mumbai LTT-Mangalore Central Matsyagandha Express, regarded as the Mumbai-Mangaluru lifeline, has an average delayed arrival of 1.04 hours
Aviation growth story piggybacking on foreign travel: AAI report
NEW DELHI: The growing desire for international travel continues to fuel Indias aviation growth story. According to the latest data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the first half of the current financial year, foreign travel has surged by nearly 7% compared to the same period last year. The Air Traffic Report, made public on Wednesday, shows that 3.95 crore passengers travelled abroad from India between April and September 2025, up from 3.69 crore during the same period in 2024. Overall passenger traffic grew by 2.6%, with 20.21 crore people flying in the six-month period this year compared to 19.69 crore last year. Domestic air travel recorded a modest 1.6% increase, with 16.25 crore passengers this year versus 15.99 crore in the previous fiscal period. The total Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) arrivals plus departures rose by 2.8%, reaching 15.77 lakh in AprilSeptember 2025 compared to 15.35 lakh last year. Thanks to airlines regularly announcing new international routes, several relatively smaller airports such as Surat, Coimbatore, Guwahati, Jaipur, Varanasi, Mangaluru, Kannur, Bagdogra, Pune, Indore, and Udaipur have registered strong double-digit growth in international passenger traffic. Among them, Bagdogra and Coimbatore posted remarkable increases of 51% (13,492 flyers) and 50.5% (1,60,597 flyers), respectively, in AprilSeptember 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Among major airports, Bengaluru recorded an impressive 28.9% surge in international traffic, handling 34,58,308 passengers in the first half of the current financial year. Hyderabad showed substantial growth of 19%, while Mumbai registered a 5.6% increase. Delhi, however, saw a slight 0.5% decline. Domestic Travel Trends Sindhudurg Airport reported the highest growth in domestic passenger traffic, with an 84.1% increase and 21,936 flyers over the previous financial year. Other airports that recorded notable growth include Kishangarh (65.7%, 59,421 flyers), Darbhanga (64.3%, 3,86,174), Gorakhpur (57.5%, 5,62,596), Cuddapah (53.9%, 33,973), and Pithoragarh (56.5%, 8,215). Airports such as Tiruchirappalli (55.6%), Tirupati (42.9%), Jeypore (42.1%), Bilaspur (38.1%), Rajahmundry (33.7%), and Kurnool (22.9%) also posted impressive domestic growth figures. Among major airports, both Delhi and Mumbai reported negative growth in domestic travel. The closure of Terminal 2 at IGIA and changes in flight schedules significantly impacted Delhis numbers, which dropped by 5.8% to 2,64,91,445 passengers, compared to 2,81,07,645 last year. Mumbai saw a 0.8% dip, handling 1,91,02,987 passengers. Meanwhile, Hyderabad registered strong domestic growth of 11.3% with 1,26,64,800 flyers, while Chennai saw a 5.1% increase with 83,79,339 passengers.
Traffic Drive: Mangaluru Cops Fine Violators 53 Lakh in 3 Months
In another major enforcement action, the police cracked down on vehicles with tinted glass and black films, registering 5,865 cases and imposing fines totalling Rs 24,85,900.
Uchhila LC gate in Mangaluru to be closed for 24 hours
Consultant to study potential of Mangaluru as a data centre hub, says Karnataka IT & BT Secretary
Mangaluru Police collects over 52 lakh in three months for traffic violations
Mangaluru International Airport marks five years of growth on Friday
Number of passengers handled grew from 0.61 million in 2020-21 to 2.34 million in 2024-25 while air traffic movements surged from 6,664 to 16,816
Train for Panch Jyotirling Yatra can be boarded from Mangaluru Junction
Yaksha Manjusha team of Mangaluru to showcase Yakshagana in Delhi on November 1
Students have lost an opportunity to mingle and understand the religion and culture of each other. Hence, small issues in society get magnified on communal lines, says Sudheer Kumar Reddy
Regulation of trains running through Mangaluru region cancelled
Two-day national meeting on integrated emergency and trauma care to begin in Mangaluru on October 29
Air India Express begins Thiruvananthapuram-Mangaluru service
Will Stay Karnataka CM for Full Term if Congress High Command Approves: Siddaramaiah
Karnataka CM reaffirms his tenure depends on Congress high command while addressing RSS leaders hate speech case in Mangaluru
A journey through Mangalurus cricket heritage: Book and photo exhibition launched
Services of some trains in Mangaluru region to be affected
Karnataka: Case filed against RSS leader over hate speech
Mangaluru: Police said they have registered a case against an RSS leader and the organisers of a Deepotsava event held in Uppalige, following a complaint from a resident here. According to a release from Puttur Rural Police on Sunday, the complaint alleged that Kalladka Prabhakar Bhats speech, aired on the Kahale News YouTube channel, incited 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 .
Air India To Operate Daily Flight Between Mangaluru and New Delhi from Oct. 27
Air India Express, will introduce a second daily flight between Mangaluru and New Delhi from Oct 27 to supplement its existing Delhi service
Over 5,000 saplings distributed under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam-2.0 in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: SAF playing active role in curbing hate content on social media
Mangaluru: Three-day national conference at KMC
Mangaluru: RPF personnel returns left-behind luggage to passenger
Mangaluru to have one more flight to Delhi, new flight to Thiruvananthapuram from October 27
There will be more weekly flight connections to Dammam, Doha, Kuwait, Jeddah, Bahrain during winter schedule 2025 of airlines which will come into effect from October 26
Interstate drug syndicate kingpin arrested by Delhi Police
Zamjith alias Samjhu (38), a native of Kerala, was apprehended in Mangaluru on October 21; police say he was operating the syndicate from Thailand; three members of the syndicate were arrested by police in July
Mangaluru Police Launch Manhunt After Late-Night Stabbing Incident
The accused are said to be Gururaj, a known rowdy-sheeter from Surathkal and associated with Bajrang Dal, along with his associate Alex Santosh, Sushanth, and Nithin.
Southern Railway GM directs officials to build additional tracks at Mangaluru Central
R.N. Singh conducts detailed inspection of major station redevelopment and infrastructure works of Palakkad division
Police open fire at cattle transporter in Karnataka
Mangaluru: Police opened fire on a man allegedly involved in illegal cattle transportation after he tried to evade arrest, officials said on Wednesday. The incident took place on Tuesday evening in Puttur taluk of Dakshina Kannada district when the accused, identified as Abdullah (40), a native of Kasaragod in Kerala, was transporting ten cattle in 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: Burglars Arrested Within 20 Hours Of Theft
The operation was carried out under the supervision of the DCP (Crime), with the coordinated efforts of the Central Sub-Division ACP, the Urwa Police Inspector, and his team: Reports
Karnataka govt will be bringing law to curb misinformation: Siddaramaiah
Mangaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday said that his government will be bringing in a law aimed at curbing misinformation. He also stressed on the need for communal harmony for any district or state to develop and prosper. We are bringing a law against misinformation. We will file cases against those indulging in misinformation, 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 .
Mahakalipadpu twin RuB commissioning to take two more months
Mangaluru Smart City Ltd., has just commenced the earthwork for the approach roads on Jeppinamogaru and Morgans Gate sides at the RuB site
Passenger traffic at Mangaluru International Airport up by 10.95 % in first half of 2025-26
Total Air Traffic Movements (ATMs) saw a 16.20% jump in the first half of FY 2025-26
The airline proposes to to operate the Mangaluru-Thiruvananthapuram service thrice a week
Vocal, Bansuri, and Sarod concerts at Ramakrishna Mutt in Mangaluru on Oct. 19
Karnataka to Develop New Inland Waterway in Mangaluru
The Karnataka Maritime Board is set to develop a new inland waterway in Mangaluru
Mangaluru police attach properties of sureties
Sullia MLA suggests relocating Kaniyoor station, develop railway terminal at Yeladka
Bhagirathi Murulya tells MoSR for Railways V. Somanna the terminal station will help Railways introduce more trains and decongest stations in Mangaluru
Passenger Detained At Mangaluru Airport With 500 Gms Of Hydroponic Ganja
The seizure was immediately reported to the NCB Bangalore and the local police: Reports
Redevelopment of Mangaluru Junction Railway Station nears completion
Works were taken up under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme at a total cost of 15.80 crore, says Southern Railway
Railways to run Hubballi-Mangaluru-Bengaluru special trains to clear Deepavali rush
The trains will have one first class AC coach, one AC two-tier coach, two AC three-tier coaches, ten sleeper class coaches, four second class coache
Demands to reinstate Mangaluru-Muscat direct flight service grows
Air India Express was operating four weekly flights between Mangaluru and Muscat which were halted mid-July
FIR Against Actor Jayakrishnan for Abusing Cab Driver
Malayalam actor, two associates booked in Mangaluru for hurling communal slurs at cab driver
