Udupi police seize illegally stored crackers worth over 1.02 crore
KRCL introduces digital locker facility at Udupi railway station
Karnataka surgeon held for allegedly killing doctor wife with anaesthetic drug
BENGALURU: A 31-year-old surgeon was arrested by the Marathahalli police on Tuesday for allegedly killing his wife, a dermatologist, by administering a suspected anaesthetic drug. The accused, Dr Mahendra Reddy, was arrested from Manipal in Udupi district, nearly six months after his wife, Dr Kruthika Reddy (28), was found dead at her residence on April 23, 2025. Initially, a case of unnatural death was registered. However, a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report confirmed the presence of Propofol, a powerful anaesthetic drug, in multiple organs. A murder case was registered on Tuesday based on a complaint filed by Kruthikas father. Based on the post-mortem examination, the police concluded that Kruthika's death was caused by the anaesthetics. According to preliminary investigations, Mahendra allegedly killed his wife after he found that she had a health condition that had been concealed before their marriage. Police also suspect that he was having an affair with another woman. He is being questioned to ascertain the motive behind the murder. The police said, both Mahendra and Kruthika were contract doctors at Victoria Hospital. The couple married on May 26, 2024, and were living in Gunjur. Within a few months, Mahendra allegedly began harassing Kruthika mentally and financially, demanding money from her family to build a hospital. In the last week of April, Mahendra allegedly administered intravenous (IV) injections to Kruthika twice, citing gastric issues. On the morning of April 24, she was rushed to a nearby hospital after complaining of uneasiness but was declared brought dead. After her death, Mahendra and his family opposed a postmortem examination. He even convinced his father-in-law not to conduct the postmortem. However, Kruthikas elder sister, Dr Nikitha Reddy, a radiologist, raised suspicions and insisted on a detailed investigation. She later filed an unnatural death complaint at Marathahalli Police Station. A senior police officer said that the Scene of Crime Officer (SOCO) team collected crucial evidence from the accuseds house, including IV fluids and syringes containing traces of Propofol. Police said Mahendra allegedly used his professional access to operation theatre (OT) and ICU drugs to execute the murder and later attempted to portray it as a natural death. Investigators are now examining how he used his medical knowledge to plan and conceal the crime.
Three boys drown in sea in Karnataka, one rescued
Udupi: Three minor boys drowned while one was rescued after they went swimming in the sea in this district, police said on Wednesday The deceased have been identified as Sanketh (16), Suraj (15) and Ashish (14), they said. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when the victims ventured into deep waters along the coastline 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 .
Lokayukta police raid 12 officials across Karnataka, seize DA worth Rs 38 crore
BENGALURU: The Lokayukta police on Tuesday unearthed Rs 38.10 crore disproportionate assets (DA) allegedly possessed by the 12 officials of the state government. This includes Rs 24.34 crore immovable assets, crores worth movable assets including jewels, and cash of Rs 1.20 crore. In one of the residences of an official in Bidar district, Rs 83.09 lakh cash has been found. They conducted simultaneous raids at 48 places belonging to the accused officials in Bengaluru city, Bengaluru Rural, Chitradurga, Davanagere, Haveri, Bidar, Udupi, Bagalkot, and Hassan. In Bengaluru, V Sumangala, Director of State School Education, Research and Training at Hosakerehalli in the city, who is presently under suspension, allegedly possessed Rs 7.32 crore DA. It includes Rs 5.08 crore immovable assets, including 4 sites, 5 houses, 19 acres of agricultural land and movable assets of Rs 2.24 crore, including more than one crore worth of ornaments, 96.73 lakh shares. N Chandrashekar, Assistant Director of Agriculture at Holalkere in Chitradurga district, allegedly possessed Rs 5.14 crore DA. This includes Rs 4.02 crore immovable assets comprising 4 sites, 3 houses, 15 acres 8 guntas agricultural land and Rs 1.12 crore movable assets, including Rs 60.39 lakh worth ornaments. N K Gangamarigowda, Surveyor at KIADB in Bengaluru Rural, allegedly possessed Rs 4.66 DA, including immovable assets of Rs 3.58 crore comprising 2 sites, 2 houses, and movable assets of Rs 1.08 crore comprising Rs 7.73 lakh cash.
Three Boys Drown In Sea Near Udupi
The victims, all residents of the area, had gone to the sea for a swim when they got caught in the waters: Reports
Goodu Deepa competition at Udupi Sri Krishna Mutt on Oct. 19
Ex-MLA Gopal Bhandaris Son Dies By Suicide In Udupi
The Station Master of Barkur railway station, Srinivas Shetty, filed a complaint, following which a case under Section 194 of BNSS was registered at the Brahmavar police station: Reports
Udupi police book two for illegal laterite stone quarrying
The Byndoor police have booked two persons in separate cases of alleged illegal quarrying of laterite stones
Not proper to ban RSS activities in Karnataka, says Pejawar seer
Seer of Udupi Pejawar Mutt Vishwaprasanna Tirtha said on Monday that it is not proper to ban RSS activities in the State
Udupi SP asks people to use 1930 helpline to report cyber financial frauds
Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar said that cybercrime helpline number 1930 plays an important role in stopping financial frauds. If victims report the frauds immediately to the helpline, accounts can be frozen, which increases the chances of recovering the money
Raju Talikote death reason: Sudden heart attack claims life of Kannada actor-comedian at 62
Veteran Kannada theatre artist and comedian Raju Talikote has passed away at the age of 62. He suffered a heart attack in Udupi. Talikote was known for his comic roles in theatre and Kannada films. He was a beloved figure in North Karnataka's entertainment scene. His demise has sent shockwaves through the industry.
Actor-playwright Raju Talikoti passes away
He suffered a heart attack on Sunday night and passed away at KMC Hospital in Manipal of Udupi district on Monday evening
Udupi Police Trace Boy Missing For 13 Years
This is the second major success for the team in a week. On Tuesday, they traced 16-year-old Ananthakrishna Prabhu, who had gone missing from Mundkur village in 2012, living in Bengaluru after 13 years.
Mentally challenged man traced by Udupi police after 14 years
Udupi district administration removes cages kept at illegal animal rescue centre in Saligrama
The 16 animals rescued were found severely dehydrated and weak, with viral infections, eye problems, injuries, parasitic infestations and covered in their own filth.
Manipal police arrest Telangana native on charges of peddling cannabis
In a special drive against drug abuse, the Udupi police book as many as 35 cases in the last fortnight
Udupi kambala association gets govt.s recognition
Udupi District Cycling Association members clinch gold and bronze at State-level event
The winners, Gliona DSouza and Hardik Rai were selected to represent Karnataka at the National-level Road Cycling Competition to be held in Orissa in November 2025.
Fr. Muller Charitable Institutions expressed gratitude for the trusts dedication to humanitarian service
15-day sailing expedition of NCC Naval cadets to begin in Udupi on Oct. 6
Social and Educational Survey records 19.94 % progress in Udupi district
Three Arrested for Brutal Murder of Udupi Bus Operator
The arrested have been identified as Mohammad Faisal Khan (27), Mohammad Sharif (37) of Udupi and Abdul Shukur (43) of Mangaluru.
Three arrested on charges of murder of private bus operator in Udupi
2,000 households surveyed in five days in Udupi district
10 new tech driven companies begin operations in Mangaluru, Udupi-Manipal
According to Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), the Mangaluru Cluster, comprising Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Uttara Kannada and Kodagu districts, has over 250 tech companies with about 28,000 employees
Drug abuse: Udupi police to make QR code more visible in public places
As of now, the QR code is available with all 167 educational institutions in Udupi district, which have anti-drug committees
B.Y. Raghavendra seeks report on implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission works in Udupi district
The direction stems from many gram panchayats passing resolutions expressing serious dissatisfaction over the quality of work
Indrali Bow String Bridge Inaugurated to Ease UdupiManipal Commute
Vehicles are expected to be allowed on the new structure shortly, and commuters are confident that the facility will finally end years of congestion on the busy UdupiManipal corridor
The Minister of State for Railways inaugurates the additional RoB atop the Mangaluru-Mumbai Railway line on NH 169A at Indrali in Udupi
Samithi to urge Somanna for coach watering and train stabling facilities in coastal Karnataka
Introduction of Bengaluru-Udupi Vande Bharat Express and Udupi Railway Station development under Amrit Bharat Scheme will also be demanded
Udupi district Congress to collect 1,11,100 signatures in support of vote chor, gaddi chod campaign
100 signatures will be collected from each of the 1,111 booths in the district, says Ivan DSouza
Four arrested for peddling drugs in Udupi and DK dists.
Somanna to inaugurate additional railway overbridge at Indrali on September 21
Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna will inaugurate the newly constructed additional railway overbridge (RoB) on Malpe-Tirthahalli National Highway 169A atop Mangaluru-Mumbai railway line at Indrali in Udupi on September 21
BJP launches selfie with potholes campaign in Udupi district
Udupi Wears Festive Look With Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Vitlapindi festivities
Though Janmashtami is observed across the country on the ashtami (eighth day) of the lunar month of Shravan, Udupi follows the solar calendar, marking the festival on the ashtami of Simha month
Thousands of devotees join Vitla Pindi celebrations in Udupi
Paryaya Udupi Puttige Mutt seers Sugunendra Tirtha Swami and his junior, Sushreendra Tirtha Swami, initiate Annadana programme at Sri Krishna Mutt complex at noon
South India will celebrate Ashtami Rohini, or Sri Krishna Jayanti, on September 14, 2025, honoring Lord Krishna's birth. Celebrations in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka include fasting, prayers, and temple visits. The Udupi Sri Krishna Temple and Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple are central to the festivities, emphasizing Krishna's teachings of righteousness and devotion.
Udupi decks up to celebrate Janmashtami on Sept. 14 and Vittal Pindi on Sept. 15
Vittal Pindi, which is also called Sri Krishna Leelothsava, will begin on the Car Street on Monday at 3 p.m
19 years on the run, Gujarat police arrest disguised fugitive in Karnataka
AHMEDABAD: After 19 years on the run, Gujarats Surat City police have finally nabbed Naresh Kesrimalji Rawal, the prime accused in a brutal 2007 robbery and murder case. Rawal, who had been living under a fake identity in Karnatakas Udupi district, was arrested by the Special Operations Group (SOG) in a dramatic undercover operation. Surat city DCP Rajdeep Singh Nakum said, The SOG team arrested a wanted accused carrying a reward of Rs 45,000. Back in 2007, when he was working as a driver, he and his accomplices killed and robbed a security guard. Our team tracked him down to Udupi, Karnataka, where he was finally arrested. Surats most wanted fugitive, Naresh Kesrimalji Rawal, has finally been captured after evading the law for 19 long years. Rawal, the prime accused in a 2007 robbery and murder case, was arrested by the Surat Special Operations Group (SOG) in Udupi, Karnataka, where he had been hiding under a false identity. The dramatic case traces back to Umra, Surat, where Rawal, then employed as a driver for a family whose sons lived abroad, plotted a deadly robbery. Exploiting his access to the house, Rawal brought in his accomplice Ravi Pandey and tipped off partners-in-crime Vijay Gupta and Santosh Gupta. On the fateful day, Rawal and his gang held the elderly couple hostage and murdered the watchman who tried to resist them. They escaped with gold ornaments and foreign currency worth over 2 lakh, leaving behind terror and bloodshed. Police acted swiftly and arrested Vijay and Santosh Gupta, but Rawal and Pandey vanished without a trace. Rawal, the mastermind, hopped across cities Mumbai, Chennai, Belgaum, Uttara Kannada frequently changing his name and identity to dodge law enforcement. With a Rs 45,000 reward announced for his capture, the trail ran cold until a recent intelligence tip-off revealed that he was living in Udupi. Acting on this lead, SOG officers disguised themselves as South Indian traders, infiltrated the locality, and confirmed his identity. Rawal had assumed the name Nirmal Kesrimalji Korawar, working as a marble labourer and driver while marrying a local woman from the Korawar community to blend in further. After days of surveillance, SOG finally pounced and arrested Rawal, bringing a two-decade-old manhunt to a dramatic close. Police also revealed that Rawal had two earlier housebreaking cases registered at Surat citys Umra police station in 2005, highlighting his deep-rooted criminal history. His associate Ravi Pandey, however, remains at large, keeping the investigation active.
Man arrested for chain snatching in Udupi dist.
Additional Railway over Bridge at Indrali to be commissioned on Sept. 22, says MP
Work on the RoB, between Udupi and Manipal on NH 169A atop Mangaluru-Mumbai Railway line was on since 2018
NHAI yet to execute temporary measures to address 20 black spots on NH 66 in Udupi district
Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Kota Srinivas Poojary asks NHAI to take swift action to address the issue thereby ensuring road safety in the district
Udupi Police Seize 65 kg Ganja, Arrest Two
A case has been registered at Malpe Police Station under the NDPS Act, 1985. Police said further investigation is underway to trace the supply chain and other associates involved.
Udupi police book Ravisha Tantri Kuntar for inflammatory speech
Udupi police arrest two persons; 50-lakh worth cannabis seized
UGC grants autonomous status to Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has granted autonomous status to Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management (SMVITM), Bantakal, a unit of Sode Group of Institutions, Udupi
Banks urged to improve credit-to-deposit ratio to 50% in Udupi district
Canara Bank Regional General Manager Mahamaya Prasad Roy urged banks in Udupi district to strive hard to improve the credit-to-deposit ratio to 50% from the present 47.88% as per the Reserve Bank of India guidelines
Unending misery for road users as one of two bridges on NH 66 at Arate continues to remain closed
The Deputy Commissioner of Udupi had ordered closure of the old bridge across the river Souparnika on NHAIs plea that it had become unfit for vehicular traffic
Udupi police arrest two persons for illegally transporting cattle
The accused reportedly attempted to run over a team of policemen who tried to stop the vehicle in which the accused illegally transported five head of cattle, near Hejmadi Toll Gate, on August 5
Man booked for sexual harassment in Udupi
Moon will turn copper red on Sunday midnight during total lunar eclipse
The total lunar eclipse that will occur on lunar day on September 7 night lasting till September 8 early morning will be at its peak at 11.41 p.m. on Sunday, said Atul Bhat, assistant professor of physics with Poorna Prajna College, Udupi
Doctor and two others arrested after Udupi police unearth child procurement racket
The Udupi police have arrested three persons, including a doctor, after unearthing an child procurement racket
Rider fell while negotiating pothole on service road and came under wheels of truck
Mother, Toddler Found Dead in Udupi Home
Superintendent of Police K. Hariram Shankar said that preliminary investigation indicates that the child was hanged first, and thereafter the mother died by suicide.
They oppose government authorities not allowing cultural events to run beyond 10 p.m. in DK, Udupi districts
Bharatanatyam performer of Udupi enters Golden Book of World Records
Udupi residents can now build houses on 10 cents of farmland, says UUDA chairman
The govt. issued a notification on August 25, 2025, which lifted the earlier ban imposed on the use of agricultural land up to 10 cents for residential construction if it was purchased after January 11, 2023
Thottam St. Anns Church delegation visits Ganesha festival in Udupi
It is aimed at strengthening the bond between different communities and showing mutual respect
Heavy Rain Likely in Coastal Karnataka This Week: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada districts over the next four days.
36-Year-Old Man Found Murdered Near Kuntalpady, Udupi
The deceased has been identified as Naveen Poojary, a native of Mangaluru.
3 crore for improvement of sports infrastructure in Udupi to be released: Home Minister
Udupi court grants bail to activist Mahesh Shetty Thimarody
The judge, among others, directed him not repeat the offence. He was also asked not to threaten any prosecution witnesses
The post questions govt.s decision to invite Mushtaq to inaugurate the celebrations, and terms it an insult to Hindu traditions
Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case: Karnataka Activist Arrested For Remarks Against BJP Leader
Karnataka Police arrested activist Mahesh Shetty Thimarody on Thursday from his residence in Ujire, Udupi district, for allegedly making derogatory remarks against BJP National Organising Secretary B.L. Santhosh, amid high drama.
Mr. Thimarody left his house in his vehicle, accompanied by fellow activist Girish Mattannavar, a former sub-inspector of police, and a few of his supporters towards Brahmavar
Kota Srinivas Poojary seeks ED probe into alleged foreign funding to defame Dharmasthala
Kota Srinivas Poojary, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP, on Tuesday urged the Central government to order an Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe into alleged foreign funding for, what he called, an international conspiracy to defame Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara temple
Construction workers launch indefinite strike in Udupi, demanding adequate supply of laterite stone
Though the district administration identifies 147 quarrying sites, quality laterite stones are not available in those locations, says CITU leader
No power supply to areas in Mangaluru, Udupi district on August 19
MP instructs officials to throw open Railway over Bridge at Indrali to traffic from Sep. 15
The RoB is under construction at Indrali in Udupi on Malpe-Tirthahalli national highway 169-A
Red alert issued for Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts on Aug. 18 and 19
Dakshina Kannada received 38 mm rainfall during a 24-hour period, which ended on Saturday at 8.30 a.m., against the normal 31 mm
Udupi court rejects bail for accused who attempted to murder realtor woman
On the morning of July 22, Naidu reportedly entered victims house and attempted to kill her
Govt. reviewing proposal to upgrade Udupi CMC as city corporation, says Laxmi Hebbalkar
Three surrender after killing man out on bail in Udupi
Udupi DC urges citizens to priotise building a sustainable society free of substance abuse
Udupi police to install 601 CCTV cameras in 207 junctions for citizen safety
Estimated to cost about 2.5 crore, the initiative is supported by Udupi District Chamber of Commerce, says SP Hariram Shankar
Nirmala Sitharaman Conferred Bharata Lakshmi Award at Udupi Sri Krishna Math
In its citation, the Math lauded Sitharaman for upholding the scriptural ideal of wisdom in earning and spending, and for strengthening the nations treasury
Nirmala Sitharaman conferred Bharata Lakshmi title by Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi
UDUPI (Karnataka), Aug 9: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman received the Bharata Lakshmi title from Paryaya Puthige Mutt seer Sugunendra Tirtha Swami at Sri Krishna Mutt here on Saturday. Sitharaman visited the temple city to inaugurate the special Yali, a traditional-style structure that surrounds the mutt. Sugunendra Tirtha read out the citation, praising Sitharaman for her integrity and dedication as Finance Minister. Visibly moved, Sitharaman recalled her first visit to Udupi in 2005, when she received a Krishna idol, which [] The post Nirmala Sitharaman conferred Bharata Lakshmi title by Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sushanth has been honored with both an International Worldwide Book of Records and a National India Book of Records for his extraordinary accomplishment
The project works have come to a standstill due to a political conspiracy, alleges BJP
Nirmala Sitharaman to inaugurate Yali at Sri Krishna Mutt on Aug. 9
The Paryaya Udupi Sri Puttige Mutt on Tuesday said that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will inaugurate the newly constructed Yali (Sutthupouli) traditionally carved out of wood around Sri Krishna Mutt on August 9
468 applicants got 184 internship offers under PMIS pilot project in DK, Udupi districts
PMIS was announced in the Union Budget 2024-25. It aims to provide internship opportunities to one crore youth in top 500 companies in five years in the country
Seven fishermen rescued after boat capsizes near Kaup lighthouse in Udupi
Concreting bow-string steel bridge surface begins at Indrali in Udupi
If everything goes well, the additional RoB should open for traffic by the end of the month, says MP
Udaya Kumar Shetty of Udupi takes charge as member-secretary in Law Commission of India
Udupi: Repair roads battered by rains on priority, Rohini Sindhuri tells officials
District administration directed to provide daily weather bulletins and coax fishermen to wear life jackets while venturing into the sea
Encounter specialist Daya Nayak promoted to ACP rank, just a day before retirement
Daya Nayak, known as an encounter specialist, received a promotion to Assistant Commissioner of Police. This happened right before his retirement. Nayak's journey began in Udupi, Karnataka. He joined the Mumbai police in 1996. He gained recognition for combating organized crime. His career faced challenges, including investigations. He was later reinstated. He contributed to the Ambani case.
