Congress carries out protests in Mangaluru, Udupi
Congress carries out protests in Mangaluru, Udupi
CWC to discuss Election Commission row, educational policies: Karnataka CM Shivakumar
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Monday said the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting would discuss issues concerning the Election Commission row and education policies, with a special focus on students and youth. Interacting with the media in the national capital, Shivakumar said measures required to improve the country's education system, including issues faced by students during examinations and ways to improve the existing system, would be discussed. Discussions will be held on the measures that need to be taken to improve the country's education system. We will discuss the difficulties faced by students during examinations, improvements required in the system and the steps that need to be followed, he said. He said the Karnataka government had constituted a Cabinet sub-committee on education-related issues and that Chief Ministers of four states would participate in the discussions along with party leaders. We have a special concern for the youth and students of the country and have a greater responsibility towards them. Over the last 40-50 years, our Education Ministers have taken several good measures, Shivakumar said. The CWC meeting is also scheduled to discuss issues concerning the Election Commission. Shivakumar has recently raised concerns over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Karnataka and called for a fresh revision. Meanwhile, Shivakumar has urged Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav to address the states concerns over the revision of the Coastal Zone Management Plan (CZMP) and the proposed notification of the Western Ghats Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA). In a letter to the Union Minister, Shivakumar sought consideration of Karnatakas ecological, livelihood and developmental concerns while finalising the two frameworks. On the CZMP, he said fishing communities, coastal residents, local bodies and other stakeholders had raised concerns over inaccuracies in CRZ classification, survey boundaries, settlements, fishing infrastructure and traditional livelihood areas in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada. The state has sought survey-number-wise verification of CZMP maps using authenticated revenue records, satellite imagery, and ground verification. It has also sought recognition and protection for traditional fishing infrastructure, existing coastal settlements and community structures, besides livelihood and tourism facilities permissible under CRZ regulations. On the Western Ghats ESA, Shivakumar reiterated concerns over the inclusion of agricultural lands, plantations, human habitations and livelihood areas. He sought survey-number-wise physical verification and scientific ground-truthing before finalising the notification. Karnataka was not seeking dilution of environmental protection, including safeguards for mangroves, sand dunes, turtle nesting habitats, and other CRZ-I areas, but, instead, seeking accurate mapping, scientific delineation and a balanced regulatory approach. He urged the Centre to consider the states proposals after detailed technical scrutiny and consultation with it, saying scientific and field-level verification would strengthen both environmental conservation and livelihood security.
Kasturirangan report: BJP MP Kota Srinivas Poojary urges expert commission for land survey
Kasturirangan report: BJP MP Kota Srinivas Poojary urges expert commission for land survey Bengaluru: BJP MP Kota Srinivas Poojary on Monday urged the Karnataka government to form an expert commission to conduct a detailed land survey in the state under the Kasturirangan report, similar to the exercise undertaken in Kerala. Poojary represents the Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Lok [] The post Kasturirangan report: BJP MP Kota Srinivas Poojary urges expert commission for land survey appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Tulu Koota Udupi to organise Tuluvera Dibbana to celebrate official language status
Kasturirangan report: BJP MP urges expert commission for land survey
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 28 (IANS) BJP MP Kota Srinivas Poojary on Monday urged the Karnataka government to form an expert commission to conduct a detailed land survey in the state under the Kasturirangan report, similar to the exercise undertaken in Kerala. Poojary represents the Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha constituency, where concerns over the report remain high. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Poojary said the commission should be given six months to one year to complete the survey and submit its report to the Centre. He emphasised that the exercise should clearly demarcate forest and non-forest areas and recommend measures to prevent hardships to farmers and affected communities. He noted that the BJP would stand with the state government on behalf of the people of Karnataka. If there were shortcomings in the Kasturirangan and Madhav Gadgil reports, he said, the role of decisions taken by the then Central government should also be mentioned. Poojary explained that the Centre had issued the notification in view of directions and proceedings before the Supreme Court and the National Green Tribunal. He recalled urging both previous and incumbent chief ministers to constitute a commission to address concerns arising from the proposed implementation of the recommendations. There should be no politics over the Kasturirangan report. Do not create confusion. If protecting the interests of farmers is the governments position, we will fully support it, he said. On the drought situation in Karnataka, Poojary urged political parties not to politicise the issue and called for equal treatment of farmers and constituencies. He stressed that measures should protect cattle and assist people forced to migrate in search of work. He suggested incorporating the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) into drought-relief measures to provide employment and support to affected people. The BJP, he said, would cooperate with the government in resolving peoples problems. On the controversy surrounding Vande Mataram, Poojary accused Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president and the Congress government of opposing the national song for political and electoral reasons. He urged Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to ensure that Vande Mataram is respected instead of confronting the Union government. Reacting to the Election Commission controversy, Poojary said the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners had clarified that the Commission had no internal confusion. He alleged that the clarification had left Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and the Congress in an awkward position. He also criticised what he described as inconsistent positions on Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), alleging that the Congress accepts EVMs when it wins in Karnataka and Kerala but questions them when the BJP wins in West Bengal. Poojary said such allegations and complaints should be assessed on factual grounds rather than being made without considering the relevant facts.
TN: Chidambaram demands halt to SIR as Congress protests voter deletions
Digital Desk | Karaikudi, Sep 28 (IANS) Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Monday demanded the immediate suspension of the Election Commissions Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, alleging that the exercise had removed millions of eligible voters and left them facing disenfranchisement. Chidambaram joined a Congress protest in Karaikudi, Sivagangai district, Tamil Nadu, as party workers demonstrated against what they termed vote chori and criticised Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He said the protest had drawn strong local support and reflected public anger at the Election Commission. Similar demonstrations were reported in Udupi (Karnataka), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh), Hyderabad (Telangana), Jammu and Uttar Pradesh. The Congress has made the SIR and its demand for Kumars resignation central to its campaign. Chidambaram claimed that 13.3 crore adults had been removed from electoral rolls nationwide. That figure could not be independently verified from available Election Commission data and remains his allegation. Citing appeals arising from the SIR in West Bengal, he argued that many deleted voters would regain their places on the rolls if given an effective opportunity to challenge their removal. Earlier figures released by the Election Commission showed that about 91 per cent of appeals decided by tribunals in the state had resulted in names being restored. He noted, however, that this outcome could not establish how appeals across the country would be decided. Chidambaram said the Election Commission should take responsibility for what he described as illegal mass disenfranchisement. He called for the suspension of the SIR while it examined ways to restore eligible voters' names and provide redress. The Commission has defended the revision process, stating that all three election commissioners approved its SIR-related orders. It has also pointed to the appeal process available to those whose names are removed. The dispute now centres on whether safeguards can identify and correct wrongful deletions before voters lose their chance to cast a ballot.
Anand Mahindra highlighted the Jumadi Islands near Udupi, Karnataka, after Siddharth Dialani of BharatAgri shared his experience of staying on an entire island through a homestay for Rs 5,000 a night. Mahindra reflected on the appeal of solitude despite living in a connected world, calling an island all to oneself a potential ultimate luxury in a country of 1.4 billion people.
Vianney Super Kings Win Priests
Vianney Super Kings Win Priests Cricket Tournament in Udupi Vianney Capitals finish runners-up Udupi: In a unique initiative, priests of the Udupi Diocese, who spend their days serving at the altar, set aside their pastoral duties and took to the cricket field after Sundays Holy Mass to participate in the Vianney Cup Cricket Tournament at [] The post Vianney Super Kings Win Priests Cricket Tournament in Udupi Vianney Capitals finish runners-up appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Udupi police arrest two Uttar Pradesh natives in theft case
Udupi Police Arrest Two Uttar Pradesh Men in Ambalpady House Burglary Case
Udupi Police Arrest Two Uttar Pradesh Men in Ambalpady House Burglary Case UDUPI: In a significant breakthrough in the Ambalpady house burglary case, Udupi City Police arrested two alleged members of the Bedia gang from Uttar Pradesh and recovered stolen cash, watches, and other property from their possession. The arrested individuals have been identified as [] The post Udupi Police Arrest Two Uttar Pradesh Men in Ambalpady House Burglary Case appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Udupi Police Arrest Two From Uttar Pradesh Burglary Gang
Property worth a total of Rs 4.50 lakh has been recovered in the case.
Udupi womens college to get two more hostels: Tangadagi
Prakash Kunder's body reaches Karnataka two months after murder in Sharjah
Digital Desk | Udupi (Karnataka), Sep 25 (IANS) The body of Alvin Prakash Kunder, a native of Kundapur in Karnataka's Udupi district who was allegedly brutally murdered in Sharjah in July, arrived in Karnataka on Friday, nearly two months after his death. His body, which was allegedly dismembered into nine pieces and dumped in the boot of a car, was brought to his native place amid the grief of his family members. Kunder, who had reportedly been living in the UAE for several years and worked at Sharjah Airport for around 14 years, was allegedly murdered in late July. His body was recovered on August 12 from the boot of his Toyota car, which had been abandoned in an isolated area near Al Nahda Commercial Area, according to details cited by his family. His identity was subsequently confirmed through DNA matching. The forensic and post-mortem findings reportedly revealed the brutal manner in which the body had been dismembered. According to the forensic report, the body had been cut into nine parts after death. The head, neck, torso, arms and legs had been separated, with the bones reportedly cut using a saw and the soft tissues severed around the joints. The body parts were allegedly packed into two bags and placed in the car's boot. One green bag reportedly contained the torso, while a blue bag contained the head and parts of the arms and legs. The head was wrapped in a black plastic bag, while other body parts were packed in transparent plastic. The post-mortem examination reportedly found two penetrating injuries on the left side of the chest, between the seventh and eighth ribs. The injuries had entered the chest cavity, where bleeding was detected. The body was in an advanced state of decomposition, making examination of the internal organs difficult. A blood sample reportedly showed an alcohol level of 25.77 mg/dl. Kunder's family became concerned after he stopped responding to calls around July 20. According to his brother Anil Prashanth Kunder, the family received a text message from his phone saying that he was fine, despite the absence of his usual voice messages. Initial information that Kunder had returned to India was later questioned after passport records reportedly indicated that he remained in the UAE. His family subsequently approached the authorities and sought assistance in tracing him. His wife Tina, who was reportedly working as a schoolteacher in the UAE, and their Class 10 son have remained untraceable since the incident. The family has expressed suspicion over their disappearance and urged authorities to establish their whereabouts and determine whether they had any role in the murder. However, no official confirmation has been reported establishing their involvement. CCTV footage reportedly available with Sharjah Police is said to show a woman and two men carrying two bags believed to contain the body. The family has urged the authorities to identify and arrest those responsible for the murder. Former minister and BJP MP, Kota Srinivas Poojary, visited the bereaved family today, paid final respects to the dead body and offered his condolences. The family had earlier approached the Udupi Superintendent of Police's office seeking the early repatriation of Kunder's body and assistance in tracing his wife and son. Poojary reportedly contacted the Indian diplomatic authorities in Sharjah and said he was also in touch with the Union External Affairs Ministry regarding the case. He assured the family that efforts would be made to trace Tina and her son and assist in bringing the investigation to a conclusion. The family is now seeking an early investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kunder's death and the disappearance of his wife and son. Sharjah authorities are continuing to investigate the murder, while the motive and identities of all those involved have not yet been officially established. The alleged role of a Pakistani national is also suspected in the case.
Udupi Police Arrest Nine in Drug Trafficking Cases; Narcotics Worth Lakhs Seized
Udupi Police Arrest Nine in Drug Trafficking Cases; Narcotics Worth Lakhs Seized Udupi: In two separate operations conducted by Shirva and Udupi Town police, nine persons were arrested in connection with cases involving the possession and trafficking of banned narcotic substances. Police seized narcotics, vehicles, cash and other materials worth lakhs of rupees from the [] The post Udupi Police Arrest Nine in Drug Trafficking Cases; Narcotics Worth Lakhs Seized appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Udupi man murdered in UAE, body cut into 9 pieces; wife and son missing
Udupi Man Murdered In UAE, Body Dismembered
An Indian expat from Udupi, Alwin Prakash Kunder, was allegedly murdered in Sharjah, UAE, with his dismembered body found in his car. His family grew suspicious after unusual messages and a missing person report led to the discovery. Udupi police are now assisting the family in coordinating with UAE authorities for the investigation.
Ms. Swaroopa directs officials to install traffic signals at important junctions in Udupi city and other towns in the district
Ms. Swaroopa directs officials to install traffic signals at important junctions in Udupi city and other towns in the district
Indian Man Murdered in UAE: Body Found in Nine Pieces Inside Car In Sharjah
A man from Karnatakas Udupi district, identified as Alvin Prakash Kunder, has been found murdered in Sharjah, UAE.According to reports, Kunders body was dismembered into nine pieces, packed into two bags and placed inside a car. His family raised concerns after he could not be contacted, while passport records reportedly showed that he was still in Sharjah.Kunder had been working at Sharjah Airport for the past 14 years. His brother, Anil Prashant Kunder, has sought action in the case. Sharjah Police are investigating the murder, while the motive and those involved remain unclear.
In a startling event, a man hailing from Kundapur in Karnataka 's Udupi district was brutally murdered in Sharjah in July, and the shocking details of the crime emerged nearly two months later, after his body was found cut into nine parts, his brother said.His wife and their teenage son have been missing since the murder.
Prime Minister Modi Unveils Logo for Swami Vishwesh Teerths Centenary Celebrations
PM Modi unveiled the logo for the centenary celebrations of Swami Vishwesh Teerth in Udupi, highlighting his inspirational life and teachings. Prime Minister Modi Unveils Logo for Swami Vishwesh Teerths Centenary Celebrations
Indian man in Sharjah found murdered, body cut into nine pieces
Dubai/Udupi: An Indian working in Sharjah for nearly 20 years was found murdered and his remains found in nine pieces inside the boot of his car. Prakash Kundar from Kundapur in Udupi district, Karnataka, was employed at an agency associated with Sharjah Airport. The case came to light after his family became concerned over his 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 .
Udupi-Origin Man Brutally Murdered in Sharjah; Wife and Minor Son Missing
Udupi-Origin Man Brutally Murdered in Sharjah; Wife and Minor Son Missing Udupi/Sharjah: In a shocking development, a man originally from Udupi was allegedly murdered in Sharjah, with the case coming to light only recently. The deceased has been identified as Prakash Kundar, a native of Udupi, and reports suggest the incident may have occurred in [] The post Udupi-Origin Man Brutally Murdered in Sharjah; Wife and Minor Son Missing appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ktaka Dy CM urges council to take objective stand on Kasturirangan report
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue Minister G. Parameshwara on Monday urged the Karnataka Legislative Council to take an objective stand on the Kasturirangan report after discussing its advantages and disadvantages, stressing the need to protect both the environment and the livelihoods of people living in the Western Ghats. Participating in the discussion, Parameshwara said Karnataka had repeatedly rejected the report, but the Centre kept issuing draft notifications. We have to protect the environment while also protecting the interests of people living in the Western Ghats and future generations. The survival of mountain ranges such as the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, Aravallis, Vindhyas and the Himalayas is linked to our own survival. At the same time, we must protect the lives and livelihoods of people who have been living there for generations, he said. He recalled that the Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel headed by Madhav Gadgil was constituted by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests in 2010 under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The panel submitted its report on August 30, 2011, identifying 1,29,037 sq km of the Western Ghats and classifying the area into three ecological sensitivity zones. Following opposition from state governments, local people and elected representatives, the Centre constituted an 11-member High Level Working Group headed by K. Kasturirangan in August 2012 to review the Gadgil committee report. The group submitted its report on April 15, 2013, recommending around 59,940 sq km across six states as Ecologically Sensitive Areas. In Karnataka, the Kasturirangan report identified 20,668 sq km as an Ecologically Sensitive Area covering 1,576 villages across 10 districts and 33 taluks, including Belagavi, Uttara Kannada, Shivamogga, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru, Dakshina Kannada, Hassan, Kodagu, Mysuru and Chamarajanagar. Parameshwara said the recommendations included a ban on new mining, quarrying and sand mining activities, while existing mining leases were to be phased out within five years. Restrictions were also proposed on new thermal power projects and expansion of certain red industries. The report also proposed restrictions on new large construction projects, townships and area development projects, while permitting new hydropower projects subject to conditions, including a minimum distance of three kilometres between projects. He said Karnataka had been opposing the report since 2014 because of concerns over its impact on the lives and development of people in the Western Ghats. A Cabinet sub-committee was constituted in 2014 and visited Western Ghats districts during January and February 2015. It held public meetings, collected peoples views, and submitted a report, which the state government accepted and communicated to the Centre. Parameshwara said the state had subsequently written to the Centre on several occasions opposing the Kasturirangan recommendations and successive draft notifications. He noted that the Centre constituted another committee headed by Sanjay Kumar on April 18, 2022. The committee visited Karnataka in May that year and was informed of the states objections. It is carrying out satellite-based surveys as well as physical verification of residential areas, plantations and agricultural land located amid forests. According to Parameshwara, the Kasturirangan report had identified 20,668 sq km in Karnataka. After correcting technical errors, the area would come down to 19,252.16 sq km. Of this, 16,114.08 sq km is already covered under national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, reserve forests and other protected categories, leaving 3,108.08 sq km for further consideration. He said village-wise verification and survey-number-wise mapping should be undertaken to establish the actual ground situation and submit the findings to the Centre. We have to protect the Western Ghats as well as the lives of the people who have lived there for thousands of years. If the environment is protected, the lives of the people living there can also be protected, Parameshwara said, urging the Council to discuss the issue and offer suggestions to help the government take further decisions.
After Tulu language recognition, SDPI seeks official language status for Urdu in Karnataka
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 21 (IANS) Following the recent decision to recognise Tulu as an additional official language in Mangaluru and Udupi districts, the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) has demanded that the state government grant official language status to Urdu across Karnataka. In an open letter to Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, SDPI Karnataka State president Abdul Majeed on Monday said recognising languages, cultures and linguistic identities was essential to strengthening Karnatakas pluralistic and democratic traditions. The Karnataka Cabinet recently approved the use of Tulu as an additional official language for administrative purposes in Karnataka and Udupi. Majeed said Urdu had a long-standing presence in Karnataka and had contributed significantly to the states linguistic and cultural diversity. He pointed to its literary tradition, newspapers and publications, educational institutions and cultural and historical legacy. Citing 2011 Census data, Majeed said Urdu was among the major mother tongues recorded in Karnataka. He also referred to 2024-25 school education data, according to which there were 3,934 government Urdu-medium schools and 302 aided Urdu-medium schools in the state. He said the decline in student enrolment in Urdu-medium schools required immediate attention and urged the government to strengthen such institutions by providing adequate infrastructure, educational facilities and other necessary amenities. Karnataka is a multilingual state and respecting the rights of one language should not become a reason to deny the rights of another, the SDPI said, according to its representation. Majeed said Kannada was the principal language of Karnataka and deserved its rightful place, but recognition of other languages spoken by substantial sections of the population would not diminish the status of Kannada. He argued that if Tulu, which has deep cultural and historical roots in coastal Karnataka, could receive additional official language recognition, the same principle should be extended to Urdu, which has a significant number of speakers and an established educational and literary presence in the state. The SDPI cited Article 345 of the Constitution, which empowers a state legislature to adopt, through law, one or more languages in use in the state for all or any official purposes. Majeed also cited Telangana as an example of multilingual governance, where Urdu has been recognised as a second official language. He said Karnataka could develop an administrative framework suited to its linguistic diversity. The SDPI also urged the government to protect the educational rights of linguistic minorities and ensure that Urdu-medium schools receive adequate teachers, infrastructure and other facilities. The party said its demand for Urdu recognition was not against the development or recognition of Tulu, but was aimed at ensuring equal consideration for the linguistic and educational rights of Urdu-speaking people in Karnataka.
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Tulu as additional official language of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts in Karnataka| Explained
The Registrar General and Census Commissioner has recognised Tulu as an independent language of India ever since the department was established, and the Census Report gives statistics about Tulu speakers as a separate linguistic community
Kasturirangan report: Karnataka govt to decide on physical survey after discussion with officials
Digital Desk | Udupi (Karnataka), Sep 18 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday assured residents of the Malnad and coastal regions that the state government would discuss with officials and take a decision on conducting a physical survey of areas covered under the Kasturirangan report. Shivakumar made the assurance while interacting with local residents at Hebri in Udupi district on the merits and demerits of the Kasturirangan report. Local organisations and elected representatives had urged the state government to conduct a physical survey and consider the Kerala model while deciding on the implementation of the report. You have explained the Kasturirangan report and the ecologically sensitive areas and brought the problems you are facing to my attention. We have to send our decision to the Centre by September 27. We have come here so that your opinion becomes our opinion. You have suggested the Kerala model and recommended an expert committee. We have accepted your suggestions and will discuss these issues in the Karnataka Assembly, Shivakumar said. He added that the state government had convened a three-day special session to discuss issues concerning farmers, drought and the Kasturirangan report. The report would be discussed on the first day of the Assembly session, he said. I will also visit Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru and listen to the sentiments of the people there, he added. On the Forest Rights Act, Shivakumar said there was a provision prescribing different time limits, including 25 years for some and 75 years for others. The state government would consider taking a decision to prescribe a uniform 25-year limit and send it to the Centre, he added. He said that he had instructed Forest Department officials not to cause difficulties to people residing in forest areas. We will not do politics based on emotions. We are concerned about your lives, Shivakumar added. He said that important decisions had been taken regarding fisheries and that representatives from the region had sought a zonal management plan and a taluk hospital in Hebri. The state government would discuss these demands with officials and take decisions in the coming days, he added. I do not want to make announcements before you and then forget about them. I will do whatever service I can with the opportunity I have received. I will come to Udupi in the coming days and discuss the issues with elected representatives, he said. Shivakumar added that the people of Tulu Nadu region were an asset to the country and assured them that the state government would continue to seek their suggestions. He said a special Cabinet meeting had been held in Mangaluru after discussions with legislators and representatives of all parties from the region. Of the 60 decisions taken at the meeting, 40 were related to the coastal districts, he added. He also referred to the Cabinet decision to recognise Tulu as the second additional administrative language in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts. He said the state government had given priority to tourism in the coastal and Malnad regions and approved several development measures to attract investment and prevent migration. Representatives of various organisations and elected representatives urged the state government to constitute an expert committee and conduct a physical survey before taking further decisions on the Kasturirangan report. They said the report covers around 13,000 square km in Kerala and around 20,000 square km in Karnataka. According to them, Kerala conducted a physical survey through a high-level officials' committee, separating inhabited areas from forest areas and reducing the area covered by the report to around 9,000 square km. They claimed that a similar exercise in Karnataka could potentially exclude around 5,000 square km from the report's coverage. The representatives said the Kasturirangan committee had relied on satellite and GPS-based surveys and had not conducted a physical survey. They also raised concerns over the inclusion of areas with more than 100 residents and regions with less than 20 per cent protected forest cover. They said the report had created apprehension among residents that they could eventually be displaced and urged the state government to create awareness about its actual provisions. The representatives urged the state government to conduct a physical survey and place its findings before the Centre, the Supreme Court and the National Green Tribunal to resolve the concerns. It can be noted that the Kasturirangan Committee was set up by the Union government in 2012 under the chairmanship of K. Kasturirangan to examine the recommendations of the Gadgil Committee on protecting the Western Ghats. The committee recommended identifying parts of the Western Ghats as Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESA). It proposed restrictions on certain activities such as mining, quarrying, large construction projects and some industrial activities in ESA areas. The recommendations cover parts of six states: Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat. In Karnataka, the recommendations have faced opposition from residents, farmers and local organisations, who have raised concerns about restrictions on agriculture, development and property rights
Karnataka Gives 'Tulu' Official Status, Will Rename Dakshina Kannada
Addressing the media with Cabinet colleagues, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the Cabinet had unanimously decided to recognise Tulu as an additional administrative language in Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru) and Udupi districts.
Govt. decides to accord Tulu second official language status for DK and Udupi districts
Favouring renaming Dakshina Kannada district as Mangaluru district, the Cabinet decides to invite suggestions and objections from the public
Karnataka Government Approves Marine Biotechnology Policy and Blue Economy Institute in Udupi
The Karnataka government launches a marine biotechnology policy and plans to develop 12 islands for eco-tourism. Karnataka Government Approves Marine Biotechnology Policy and Blue Economy Institute in Udupi
Karnataka Cabinet Recognises Tulu as Second Additional Administrative Language
Karnataka recognises Tulu for administration in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi after decades of demands.
Karnataka cabinet gives Tulu official language status
Digital Desk | Mangaluru, Sep 18 (IANS) The Karnataka government on Friday announced Tulu as the states second additional administrative language alongside Kannada, began the process of renaming Dakshina Kannada district as Mangaluru district, and approved development projects worth Rs 32,611 crore for the coastal region. The Cabinet took these decisions at a special historic meeting held in Mangaluru. Addressing the media with Cabinet colleagues, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said the Cabinet had unanimously decided to recognise Tulu as an additional administrative language in Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru) and Udupi districts. He noted that the decision followed a long-standing demand from Tulu-speaking people, organisations, and public representatives for official recognition of the language. Tulu is spoken prominently in the coastal districts. We will not discuss why the previous government did not take this decision. We will not do politics based on emotions, Shivakumar said, adding that the government was committed to strengthening peoples social and economic power rather than indulging in emotional politics. He explained that society cannot be built on emotions alone, and the government would focus on empowering people socially and economically. He also said that, if necessary, the Cabinet would consider the economic and legal framework and hold meetings in the coming days to address issues requiring attention. This is Team Karnataka. The Cabinet is with you, Shivakumar said, announcing that Tulu would be declared the states second additional administrative language, limited to Udupi and Dakshina Kannada (Mangaluru) districts. The Chief Minister recalled that former minister Ramanath Rai first raised the demand to declare Tulu as the second additional language. He said MLA Ashok Kumar Rai and several other elected representatives had jointly exerted pressure for the demand. Shivakumar congratulated everyone who worked to get Tulu recognised. Explaining the sentiments of the people in the region, Shivakumar said that the first question Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai raised in the Assembly after becoming an MLA was related to the Tulu language. I was surprised. His first sentiment was for the language. Today, he has secured approval for a Rs 500-crore medical college, but that is a different matter, he added. The Cabinet also decided to initiate the process of changing the name of Dakshina Kannada district to Mangaluru district. Shivakumar said the government would issue a draft notification and invite public opinion and objections for one month before taking a final decision. People recognise Mangaluru at the international level. People have expressed their wish in this regard. We have to follow the prescribed procedure and take the opinion of the people, he said. On coastal development, Shivakumar said the Cabinet approved projects worth Rs 32,611 crore, including Rs 16,000 crore for rural development projects. The Cabinet also approved the development of 12 islands in Mangaluru, Udupi, and Karwar districts to transform the coastal region into a global tourism hub. He said the government was seeking to utilise the regions coastline, cultural heritage, and natural resources to promote tourism and generate employment. A new Coastal and Malnad Karnataka Tourism Policy was also approved, which will treat tourism projects as infrastructure projects and provide greater support to investors, including extended loan repayment periods. The region will establish a Fisheries and Blue Economy University, and the existing fisheries college intake will increase from 60 to 200 seats. The Cabinet has also approved establishing a medical college in Puttur for Rs 549 crore. The Chief Minister said it was welcome that the Cabinet meeting was held in Mangaluru for the first time outside Bengaluru. Responding to a journalists question on whether Cabinet meetings would also be held in other districts, he said the government intends to hold meetings at 10 to 12 locations over the next 15 months. Cabinet meetings will be held wherever there is the capacity and a need, he said, adding that the governments goal is to build an integrated and prosperous Karnataka.
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Kishan Hegde Kolkebail Takes Charge as New Udupi District Congress President
Kishan Hegde Kolkebail Takes Charge as New Udupi District Congress President Udupi: Newly appointed Udupi District Congress Committee president Kishan Hegde Kolkebail said that every decision he takes would not be that of a Congress president, but that of an ordinary party worker. He was speaking after formally assuming charge as the new district Congress [] The post Kishan Hegde Kolkebail Takes Charge as New Udupi District Congress President appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
UCSL Diploma Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Udupi Cochin Shipyard (UCSL) has released the new notification for the recruitment of Diploma Apprentice New Vacancy 2026 for 3 posts. The online application process will be conducted from 15 September 2026 to 14 October 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, udupicsl.com.
Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL), Malpe, Karnataka, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), has released recruitment notifications for engagement of ITI Trade Apprentices and Graduate/Technician (Diploma) Apprentices under the Apprentices Act. Eligible candidates can apply for one year apprenticeship training at UCSL. The UCSL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for a total of 12 apprentice training seats including Electrician, Plumber, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering disciplines. Candidates who have completed ITI or Diploma in Engineering and meet the eligibility conditions can apply for UCSL Apprentice Vacancy 2026 through the prescribed application process.
Hasten land acquisition to complete NH 169A widening, MP tells Udupi district administration
Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna said that a list of those who have lost land for NH widening and who were yet to be paid compensation should be prepared
Heavy rain lashes Bengaluru; IMD forecasts more showers across K'taka
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 16 (IANS) Heavy rains lashed Bengaluru, inundating several residential areas and causing damage in parts of the city, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast widespread rainfall, including heavy showers, across several districts of Karnataka over the next 24 to 48 hours. The heavy downpour in Bengaluru on Tuesday night resulted in the collapse of a military compound wall in the Domlur area, leaving three cows dead and Muniraju, the owner, seriously injured. Muniraju suffered fractures in both legs and is undergoing treatment in the ICU. Residents said they had repeatedly urged authorities to repair the compound wall, which they claimed had remained in a vulnerable condition for several years. They also alleged that the wall had been constructed without an adequate foundation and that there was no proper arrangement for the drainage of rainwater. Residents said water rushes into nearby residential areas whenever there is heavy rainfall. Following the incident, several residents have reportedly moved out of their homes temporarily, fearing that the remaining portion of the compound wall could collapse. Personnel from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), Fire and Emergency Services have taken up rescue and relief operations at the spot. Local MLA N.A. Haris visited the affected area and took stock of the situation. Meanwhile, the IMD has forecast widespread rainfall across coastal, Malnad and interior districts of Karnataka under the influence of the southwest monsoon and a low-pressure area. Heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds is likely in Udupi, Mangaluru and Karwar districts. The IMD has also warned of rough sea conditions and advised fishermen not to venture into the sea. Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected in the hilly and mountainous areas of Shivamogga, Chikkamagaluru, Madikeri and Hassan districts, where a yellow alert has been issued. Several districts in southern and central Karnataka, including Bengaluru Urban, Bengaluru Rural, Ramanagara, Kolar, Chikkaballapur, Mysuru, Mandya, Tumakuru and Chamarajanagar, are likely to receive moderate rainfall. In north Karnataka, Belagavi, Dharwad, Haveri, Gadag, Vijayapura, Bagalkot, Kalaburagi, Yadgir and Ballari districts are likely to receive moderate rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning. Strong winds with 30-40 kmph speed are also possible in some areas. Weather experts said rainfall activity is expected to increase across various parts of the state from Wednesday due to a cyclonic circulation at sea level and increased wind speeds. In Bengaluru, partly cloudy weather is expected during the day, with moderate to heavy rainfall likely during the evening or night.
Karnataka CM to hold meetings in Udupi, Shivamogga, Chikkamagaluru on Kasturirangan report
The Chief Minister would hold public meetings to gather peoples opinion on the issue
Empowering Dreams: MDS Charities Hosts
Empowering Dreams: MDS Charities Hosts Umeed 2026 in Udupi to Support Higher Education for Youth Udupi: Although we may not see God with our eyes, He comes to us in the form of people who extend a helping hand during difficult times. God can be seen in every person who wishes well for others and [] The post Empowering Dreams: MDS Charities Hosts Umeed 2026 in Udupi to Support Higher Education for Youth appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Public installation of Ganesha idols at over 650 places in Udupi district, Mangaluru City
Udupi Bishop meets Pope Leo XIV
Udupi: Two Arrested for Allegedly Using Forged Aadhaar in Bail Case
The case came to light after Abbas, administrative officer of the Udupi District and Sessions Court, lodged a complaint on August 13.
Autorickshaw driver to file defamation case against Udupi police over wrongful prosecution
Karnataka High Court has quashed the proceedings initiated by Gangolli police against the autorickshaw driver alleging extraction and theft of laterite stones from government land
Medieval Era Sidithale Hero Stone Discovered in Udupis Barkur
The hero stone is a rare example of 'Atma Bali,' or self-sacrifice, and is identified as a Sidithale Veeragallu dating back to late 13th or early 14th century
Severed-head-hero-stone of 14th century found at Barkuru in Udupi district
Sidi tale means severed head, and hero stones of this type are rare in Tulunadu, according to archaeologist T. Murugeshi
Video Showing Krishna Idol Slipping During Udupi Vittlapindi Goes Viral
Idol sustains damage after fall; rituals continue as devotees seek clarity
Vijay Look-Alike Steals the Spotlight at Krishna Janmashtami Celebrations in Udupi
A Tamil Nadu CM Vijay look-alike became the centre of attraction in Udupi during Krishna Janmashtami celebrations, drawing attention from the festive crowd with his striking resemblance.
CM Vijays look-alike takes Udupi by storm during Krishna Janmashtami
In Udupi, Krishna Janmashtami transformed into a grand affair, drawing thousands of devotees to partake in the festivities. A doppelgnger of Tamil actor Vijay stole the spotlight, capturing the fascination of onlookers. This surprise celebrity encounter offered a fresh twist to the traditional observances, showcasing the extent of Vijay's fame in Karnataka and leaving an indelible mark on the celebrations.
36 teachers from Dakshina Kannada, Udupi receive district-level Best Teacher Awards
Two teachers from Dakshina Kannada, Udupi chosen for State-level Best Teacher award
Toxic | Song - Father & Son Theme Music
Watch the song 'Father & Son Theme Music' from Hindi movie 'Toxic' starring Yash and Tara Sutaria. 'Father & Son Theme Music' is sung by Diana Ankudinova & Airaa Udupi and music of the song is given by Ravi Basrur. 'Toxic' also stars Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, Huma Qureshi, Tara Sutaria & Rukmini Vasanth in pivotal roles. To know more about 'Father & Son Theme Music' song from Yash and Tara Sutaria starrer 'Toxic' watch the video.
Highlight PM Vidya Lakshmi Yojana, which offers loans for higher education: Udupi ZP CEO
Zilla Panchayat CEO Prateek Bayal told bank officials to visit educational institutions to create awareness
Elaborate security arrangements for Sri Krishna Janmastami, Vitla Pindi in Udupi
Laddus, Chaklis And Festive Fervour Grip Udupi Ahead of Janmashtami
Udupi is gearing up for the main celebrations on September 4 and 5, with cultural and religious programmes organised by Paryaya Sri Shiroor Math already underway for nearly a month
Karur Vysya Bank opens Udupi branch
Karur Vysya Bank opens Udupi branch
Udupi court sentences four persons to six months in jail for defaming SC couple
HC Raps Karnataka Police for Bringing Udupi Hindutva Leader to Blore
Karnataka HC Raps Bengaluru Police For Bringing Hindutva Leader From Udupi To Blore in a case over a social meia post on Kunal Kamra Bengaluru Event Cancellation
28 from Karnataka stranded or missing in Nepal, Tibet amid flash flood
Of the 28 people, 23 are from Bengaluru Urban, two from Mysuru and one each from Dharwad, Udupi and Vijayanagara districts, according to the latest information compiled by the SEOC as of 10 a.m.
6 Vegetarian Restaurants In Chennai For Benne Dose, Thatte Idli And More
From heritage Udupi eateries to contemporary cafes, these Chennai spots showcase the flavours that have made Karnataka-style tiffin a local favourite.
MP tells Adani company to start supply of piped natural gas to Udupi in November
Udupi-Chikkamagaluru Member of Parliament Kota Srinivas Poojary expressed unhappiness over the delay in completing the project
Udupi police arrest two persons; 23.5 lakh worth valuables recovered
The man in the clip, claiming to be Hemanth, made a phone call to Udupi Power Corporation Limited (UPCL) officials, asking them to award his brother Kishore Ram Poojary, and not DSouza, a contract to lay a pipeline for a desalination plant at UPCL.
The man in the clip, claiming to be Hemanth, made a phone call to Udupi Power Corporation Limited (UPCL) officials, asking them to award his brother Kishore Ram Poojary, and not DSouza, a contract to lay a pipeline for a desalination plant at UPCL.
Fishermen rescued from sinking boat near Gangolli fishing harbour in Udupi district
Udupi Krishna Mutt to celebrate Janmasthami for three days from September 4
Quarrel on Fishing Boat Ends in Murder in Udupi
According to the police, Govindaraj and Abhishek quarreled while they were on a boat at the wharf in Padukere on the night of August 24. The altercation reportedly continued into the early hours of Tuesday
Udupi: Sangeetha Balachandra Completes 25-Hour Dasa Kirtana Recital
Sangeetha began the performance at 6.30 am on Sunday at Sri Puthige Narasimha Sabha Bhavan in the Bhagavad Gita Mandir of Puthige Matha.
Udupi police looking out for person who called in name of underworld operative Hemanth Poojary
Udupi police looking out for person who called in name of underworld operative Hemanth Poojary
Notices to be issued to 2.47 lakh voters in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi
Notices to be issued to 2.47 lakh voters in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi
Former Udupi Panchayat presidents murder: Police secure gangster after shooting at his leg
Police said that Patil has been at large since 2017. Including the DSouza murder case, Patil has been accused in a total of 11 criminal cases, of which 10 were under the Arms Act.
Udupi district BJP welcomes Mangaluru Railway Regions inclusion under SWR
Udupi district BJP welcomes Mangaluru Railway Regions inclusion under SWR
Udupi Officials Seize Chemically Ripened Bananas
The raids were conducted in Aleyur, Kemthur and Duglipadavu villages of Udupi district
Over 10,000 kg of chemically-ripened bananas seized in Udupi
SIR: EC to issue notices to over 2.4 lakh voters in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts
Tragic Road Accidents in Karnataka Claim Five Lives, Injure Over 23
Bengaluru, August 20: In Karnataka, two separate road accidents in the districts of Haveri and Mandya resulted in the deaths of at least five people, with over 23 others injured. In a different incident in Udupi district, a private bus caught fire near Brahmavar, but fortunately, seven passengers escaped unharmed. In Haveri district, a car ... Read more Tragic Road Accidents in Karnataka Claim Five Lives, Injure Over 23
Complete missing links on service roads between Hejmady and Kundapur on NH 66, Poojary tells NHAI
Udupi DC to write to the government seeking toll exemption for residents at Hejmady Toll Plaza on the lines of the one given at Sasthana and Shiroor plazas
She will sing the songs starting at 6.30 a.m. on August 23 at Geetha Mandira, near Udupi Sri Krishna Mutt
Nagara Panchami celebrated with fervour and devotion in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi
Holiday declared for schools, govt. offices in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi
Udupi police arrest two more persons in connection with murder of ex-panchayat president
