Kantara: Chapter 1 actor Rakesh Poojary passes away
Kantara: Chapter 1 actor Rakesh Poojary, 33, passed away due to a suspected heart attack during a mehendi ceremony in Udupi. He had recently wrapped his shoot
Rakesh Poojary, Kannada television personality and comedian, passes away at 34
Poojary suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while attending a pre-wedding ceremony near Udupi on Monday
Kannada Actor-Comedian Rakesh Poojary Dies of Cardiac Arrest at 34
Comedy Kiladigalu Season 3 winner collapses at pre-wedding event in Udupi; Kannada industry mourns
Rakesh Poojary dies of a heart attack in a Mehndi ceremony in Karkala, Udupi
Rakesh Poojary, a 33-year-old television and film actor, tragically passed away from a heart attack during a Mehndi ceremony near Nitte in Karkala, Udupi district. Poojary, known for his work in Kannada and Tulu cinema and his victory on 'Comedy Khiladigalu,' collapsed at the event and was later declared dead, prompting an outpouring of tributes from the entertainment industry.
Udupi: Comedy Kiladi-3 Winner Rakesh Poojary Passes Away
Udupi: Comedy Kiladi-3 Winner Rakesh Poojary Passes Away Udupi: Rakesh Poojary, the popular television personality and winner of the Kannada comedy show Comedy Kiladigalus Season 3, tragically passed away on Sunday night in the Udupi district. He was 31 years old. According to reports, Mr. Poojary collapsed while participating in a Mehndi ceremony near Nitte [] The post Udupi: Comedy Kiladi-3 Winner Rakesh Poojary Passes Away appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Krishi Sakhis told to act as vital link between farmers, government
Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar inaugurated the Raitha Samparka Kendra building at Koteshwara in Udupi district
Udupi Diocese churches offer special prayers for Indian armed forces
Karnataka Weather: Rain Set To Return To Bengaluru From May 14; IMD Forecasts Shower In Udupi, Dharwad, Mandya Jagran English
Provocative slogans found on women's hostel wall of engineering college in Karnataka's Udupi district Times of India
Majoor Gram Panchayat in Udupi district reserves 10 lakh in its Budget for Indian Army
Building free houses for poor students: Udupis Yakshagana Kalaranga shows the way
Kalaranga has built 70 free houses for students from economically weaker families in Udupi district through donors, 20 more houses are in the offing
Labourer dies after being struck by speeding lorry in Udupi
A tragic accident near Santhekatte claimed the life of labourer Ravi Kumar on Wednesday. While working on a drainage drilling task at a National Highway 66 construction site, Ravi was struck by a lorry allegedly driven recklessly by Deepak Kumar.
National flag taken out in procession at Udupi to support Operation Sindoor
Oriental Research Institute to be presented national award tomorrow
Udupi Bhandarkeri Math to organise award presentation event in Belagavi
Junior Artist Drowns on Kantara-2 Set in Tragic Accident
Junior Artist Drowns on Kantara-2 Set in Tragic Accident Udupi: Production of Rishab Shettys highly anticipated sequel, Kantara-2, has been marred by tragedy. M.F. Kapil, a junior artist working on the film, drowned in the Kollur Souparnika River on Tuesday afternoon. Kapil, originally from Kerala, reportedly entered the river for a swim following the lunch [] The post Junior Artist Drowns on Kantara-2 Set in Tragic Accident appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
No water supply in Udupi on May 9
UCSL Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 02 Manager, Deputy Manager Posts
The Udupi Cochin Shipyard (UCSL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Manager, Deputy Manager posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UCSL website. The last date to submit the application form is 22-05-2025.
Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna alleges anti-communal task force targets hindu activists
UDUPI: Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna on Sunday claimed that the anti-communal task force announced by Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara, in the backdrop of the murder of VHP activist Suhas Shetty in Mangaluru, would work against Hindu activists. In a statement on Saturday night, Suvarna stated that the aim behind forming such a force by the government is to target Hindu activists and frame them in false cases. He further said that Parameshwara was pressurised by the Muslim community leaders during the formers recent visit to Mangaluru in this regard, and the home minister succumbed to the pressure tactics. He said that during a meeting chaired by Parameshwara in Mangaluru recently, the Muslim community leaders expressed their anger while asserting their viewpoints, despite police presence. The ministers who came to Dakshina Kannada did not even consult local MLAs to discuss about restoring peace. Earlier, the Congress government didnt agree to form an anti-narcotics wing, however, now with the intention to curb the voice of Hindu activists, it is going ahead with forming an anti-communal task force, he rued. This way, the state government wants to portray the coastal district as being communally-sensitive, which could impede its economic and social development. Suvarna also sought the resignation of Assembly Speaker UT Khader, alleging that the latter tried to influence the investigation by falsely stating that Fazils family had no role in Shettys murder. Now details have emerged that Fazils brother is the prime accused in Shettys murder. Khader should resign, he demanded.
Underworld operative Bannaje Raja on parole in Udupi
Revenge killings: Vicious cycle in Dakshina Kannada fuelled by parties
MANGALURU: On July 20, 2022, Masood B, an 18-year-old daily wager, was assaulted by a gang of eight at Kalinja in Sullia taluk of Dakshina Kannada district over a trivial issue and he succumbed a day later in the hospital. Six days later, on the night of July 26, about 40 km away in Bellare, BJP Yuva Morcha leader Praveen Nettaru was murdered by bike-borne assailants. Two days later on July 28, Mohammed Fazil was hacked to death in Katipalla near Mangaluru in tit-for-tat murders. The victims of these three killings that took place in just nine days neither knew each other nor had anything in common. But all the three murders had a common thread - revenge - which runs deep in coastal Karnataka and is promptly fuelled by religious fanaticism and hate. While Praveen was murdered in retaliation of Masoods killing to trigger fear among people as part of now banned PFIs agenda, Fazil who had no criminal antecedents was picked randomly and just because of his religious identity to avenge Praveens murder. There was a lull for almost three years and when everyone thought that Dakshina Kannada had moved on, came the brutal murder of Hindutva activist and rowdy-sheeter Suhas Shetty, who was the main accused in Fazils murder. There seems to be no end to this bitter cycle of murders which is not seen anywhere else in Karnataka. There are several factors that have contributed to this shocking reality. While in most parts of the state, the minorities hardly resist the majority because of their thin population and lack of money and political power, here the minorities are significantly high in numbers and also are well off and quickly resist any such attempts. Eight held for murder of Hindutva activist Suhas Shetty; police say personal rivalry led to crime The majority expects them to be submissive like in other parts which does not happen here simply because of muscle, money and political power. Also, many are not able to digest the economic development of Muslims which has resulted in sullying the communitys image with allegations of Land Jihad etc. These issues have also led to severe radicalisation of a section of the community, gravitating them towards organisations like PFI, said a university professor. Such communal and revenge killings satiate power hungry parties, which see murders as an opportunity to further their political agenda to achieve power, he adds. The better economic situation of the region, in a way, has also helped in the radicalisation of youth from both sides. This is further aggravated by politicians who see such murders from the prism of religion, make provocative speeches to polarise the masses and show clear bias in extending compensation and other state benefits. In the case of Praveen Nettaru, the then BJP government announced a compensation and handed over the probe to NIA, but similar action was not taken with the murders of Masood and Fazil, making the minorities feel alienated. Successive governments dont seem to be interested in putting an end to the trend. Sometime ago, the present Congress government announced an Anti-Communal Task Force in the region to rein in communal forces, but that did not see the light of day. After the recent murder, the government has announced similar plans again. The conviction rate in such cases being abysmally low has also failed to deter youth from indulging in such heinous crimes. Revenge for Suhas Shetty's death: Udupi auto driver narrowly escapes murder attempt
Anti-Communal Task Force will be set-up in 2 weeks: Home Minister Parameshwara
MANGALURU: Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara on Saturday announced the establishment of an Anti-Communal Task Force (ACTF) in Mangaluru to check the communal incidents in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts. Talking to reporters after holding a discussion with senior police officers in Mangaluru given the tension that has gripped the region following the murders of Ashraf and Suhas Shetty , Dr Parameshwara said the ACTF be set up within two weeks on lines of the Anti-Naxal Force. It will be headed by an Inspector General (IG) or above rank officer. The format of ACF will be announced later. The minister said the ACTF will be given powers to take action against forces fanning communal tensions and their supporters with a stern hand in order to ensure peace and harmony in the region. The ACTF will keep a watch on the communal speeches, statements and social media and deal with the violators with an iron hand as per law. When reminded that a similar force was announced by him sometime back but it did not make any progress, Dr Parameshwara said that it was just a separate wing under Mangaluru city police. Now, the ACTF will be on lines of ANF, he said. Dr Parameshwara said that the Congress government in Karnataka was making all efforts to bring back the past glory of the coastal region by shedding its communally sensitive tag, but the two murders have in a way challenged their efforts. He, however, said their efforts will continue and thwart all efforts to disturb peace in the region. The communal forces will not be allowed to violate the law and order, he said. Dr Parameshwara said that after the Congress took out a padayatra in the region, there were no communal incidents for a few years, but it has made a comeback. There are several forces behind it, and we will not allow them to thrive, he added. He denied intelligence failure behind Suhass murder. When pressed further, he said the investigation would bring out the truth. He said the Opposition should have been wise not to glorify Suhas who was an accused in two murder cases with a procession from Mangaluru to his native place. They say he was associated with them. We dont endorse such things, Dr Parameshwara said.
Anti-Communal Task Force will be set up in two weeks: Home Minister G Parameshwar
MANGALURU: Home Minister G Parameshwar on Saturday announced establishment of an Anti-Communal Task Force (ACTF) in Mangaluru to check the communal incidents in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts. Speaking to reporters after a meeting with senior police officials amid rising tensions following the murders of Ashraf and Suhas Shetty , he announced that an Anti-Communal Task Force (ACTF) would be set up within two weeks, modeled after the Anti-Naxal Force. The task force will be headed by an officer of Inspector General (IG) rank or higher, with its structure to be detailed later. The home minister said the ACTF will be given powers to take action against forces fanning communal tensions and their supporters with a stern hand in order to ensure peace and harmony in the region. The ACTF will keep a watch on the communal speeches, statements and social media and take deal with the violators with an iron hand as per law. When reminded that a similar force was announced by him sometime back but it did not make any progress, Parameshwar said it was just a separate wing under Mangaluru city police. Now, the ACTF will be on lines of ANF. Parameshwar said the Congress government in the state was making all efforts to bring back the past glory of the coastal region by shedding its communally sensitive tag, but the two murders have in a way, challenged their efforts. However, he said their efforts will continue and they will thwart all efforts to disturb peace in the region. The communal forces will not be allowed to violate the law and order. We will take stern action against them, he said. Parameshwar said that after the Congress party took out a padayatra in the region, there were no communal incidents for a few years but it has made a comeback now. There are several forces behind it and we will and we will not allow them to thrive, he added. He denied intelligence failure behind the murder of Suhas Shetty. When pressed further, he said the investigation will bring out the truth. Responding to a query, he said the Opposition party should have been wise not to glorify Suhas Shetty, who was an accused in two murder cases, with a procession from Mangaluru to his native place. They say he was associated with them. We dont endorse such things, he said.
The Karnataka government will establish an Anti-Communal Task Force. It will operate in Dakshin Kannada and Udupi districts. The task force will investigate past communal riots. Strict action will be taken against those making provocative statements. This decision follows the murder of Suhas Shetty in Mangaluru. He was an accused in the 2022 Mohammed Fazil lynching case.
Dakshina Kannada District Tops SSLC Results, Udupi Secures Second Position
Dakshina Kannada District Tops SSLC Results, Udupi Secures Second Position Bangalore: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) today announced the results of the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) annual examination for the academic year 2024-25. Dakshina Kannada district emerged as the state leader with the highest pass percentage, closely followed by Udupi district [] The post Dakshina Kannada District Tops SSLC Results, Udupi Secures Second Position appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Revenge for Suhas Shetty's death: Udupi auto driver narrowly escapes murder attempt
UDUPI: In an attempt of retaliation, a 50-year-old auto-rickshaw driver of Badagabettu in Udupi narrowly escaped a murder attempt near Athrady late on May 1. The man who escaped the murder attempt has been identified as Abubakkar. Udupi SP Dr Arun K said that two men on a motorcycle followed the auto rickshaw driver before trying to attack him with a sword and bottle. He said that the investigation conducted so far suggested the assault was an act of revenge for the murder of Suhas Shetty (30), who was hacked to death in Bajpe, Mangaluru, on May 1. Earlier one Dinesh who was known to Abubakkar, made a rental request. Abubakkar then took his auto rickshaw and moved around 11.15 pm on May 1. As he approached near gas petrol bunk on the main road in Athrady, two unidentified men on a motorcycle began trailing his vehicle. According to the complaint given by Abubakkar, the suspects overtook his auto and attempted to stop him, and abused him. When Abubakkar did not stop and drove further, he noticed the pillion rider holding a sword. One of them reportedly shouted in Tulu suggesting an intent to kill. VHP gives bandh call across Dakshina Kannada over murder of Bajrang Dal worker Suhas Shetty Fearing for his life, Abubakkar drove towards Shedigudde and stopped his auto rickshaw near a house. As he tried to escape by running, one of the assailants allegedly swung the sword at his head. Abubakkar narrowly escaped from this assault. Another assailant hit a bottle at the front glass of the auto-rickshaw and damaged it. As Abubakkar realised that the attackers intended to kill him, he jumped over a nearby compound wall and fled the scene. Based on the complaint, a case has been registered at the Hiriyadka police station under sections 126(2), 109, 324(3), 352, 351(2) read with 3(5) of BNS. Police later identified two assailants and arrested them. The arrested persons have been identified as Sandesh (31) of Bommarabettu, Hiriyadka, and Sushanth (32) of Bapuji Dharkas, Hiriyadka. Both have been taken into custody and will be produced before the court. Further investigation is on, he said.
Over 5.24 lakh students passed in Karnataka SSLC exams
BENGALURU: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) declared the SSLC Exam-1 results on Friday, with the overall pass percentage rising to 62.34%. This marks a 9.34% increase from last years 53%, School Education and Literacy Minister Madhu Bangarappa said. Out of more than 8.42 lakh students who appeared for the SSLC exams, over 5.24 lakh successfully passed. Notably, 22 students scored a perfect 625 marks, including seven from Bengaluru a significant increase from last year, when only one student achieved this feat. In the previous year, about 8.9 lakh students registered for the SSLC exams, with an initial pass percentage of 53.40%. However, after granting 20% grace marks, the final pass percentage was adjusted to 73%. The education minister attributed the improvement in results to remedial classes, explaining that the department focused on identifying underperforming students and providing additional support through targeted classes on specific subjects and topics. Dakshina Kannada topped the state with a pass percentage of 91.12%, followed by Udupi at 89.96%. On the other hand, Kalaburagi recorded the lowest pass percentage at 42.43%, with Vijayapura at 49.58%. The minister also announced that the SSLC Exam-2 will be held from May 26 to June 2. Results are available on karresults.nic.in
In a video statement, Superintendent of Police K. Arun said the arrested persons told the police that the attempt on the life of the autorickshaw driver was to seek revenge for the murder of Suhas Shetty
Auto Driver Escapes Sword Attack Near Manipal
Tension over Suhas Shetty's murder spills over into Udupi district
Two held for sword attack on auto driver in retaliation for Bajpe murder in Udupi
In Udupi, Hiriyadka police arrested Sandesh and Sushanth for allegedly attempting to murder Abubakkar. The accused claimed the attack was retaliation for the Bajpe murder. Abubakkar, responding to a ride request, was pursued by two men on a motorcycle near Athradi. They shouted abuse, brandished a sword, and attacked his autorickshaw. Abubakkar escaped, and a case has been registered.
Rainfall to continue in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi till May 4
Udupi district recorded 1.3 mm rainfall in 24 hours ending at 8.30 a.m. on Wednesday (April 30, 2025)
Scheduled caste internal reservation survey to be conducted scientifically, says Udupi DC
Businessman found dead in parked car in Udupi
Udupi DC and SP Oversee Hejamady-Shirur National Highway Repairs, Address Public Concerns
Udupi DC and SP Oversee Hejamady-Shirur National Highway Repairs, Address Public Concerns Udupi: Udupi Deputy Commissioner Dr. Vidya Kumari and District Police Superintendent Dr. K. Arun jointly conducted a comprehensive inspection of the ongoing repair and maintenance work on National Highway 66 between Hejamady and Shirur. The inspection, held earlier this week, included participation from [] The post Udupi DC and SP Oversee Hejamady-Shirur National Highway Repairs, Address Public Concerns appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Udupi District Intensifies Efforts to Ensure Access to Panch Guarantee Schemes
Udupi District Intensifies Efforts to Ensure Access to Panch Guarantee Schemes Udupi: In a bid to ensure that the benefits of the state governments flagship Panch Guarantee Schemes reach every eligible beneficiary within the district, the Udupi District Guarantee Scheme Implementation Committee held a comprehensive progress review meeting. Chaired by District President Ashok Kumar Kodavoor, [] The post Udupi District Intensifies Efforts to Ensure Access to Panch Guarantee Schemes appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Mangalurus Aditi-Alina pair clinches Alfred DSouza Memorial DK, Udupi inter-dist badminton title Daijiworld
Udupi City Council Rejects Mannapalla Lake Privatization, Seeks Central Funding
Udupi City Council Rejects Mannapalla Lake Privatization, Seeks Central Funding Udupi: The Udupi City Council has unanimously rejected a proposal to privatize the maintenance of Mannapalla Lake, a significant local landmark. At a recent general meeting, council members advocated for retaining public control of the lakes upkeep and urged the development of a comprehensive master [] The post Udupi City Council Rejects Mannapalla Lake Privatization, Seeks Central Funding appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Udupi CMC to take stringent action for letting waste water to open areas
Poojary asks industrialists in Udupi district to employ local candidates on priority
Three houses partially damaged by rains in Udupi
Udupi shipyard delivers first of 3,800 T dry cargo vessel to Norwegian company
UCSL Supervisor Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 18 Posts Before May 12
The Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 18 Supervisor posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UCSL website. The last date to submit the application form is 12-05-2025.
Congress will win 10 seats in next Assembly election in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi: D.K. Shivakumar
He asks Congress workers to win hearts of people on the basis of guarantee schemes of the party
NH PWD commences pushing assembled bow-string bridge over Mangaluru-Mumbai railway line in Udupi
Pushing of the 58-metre-long bridge covering the 48-metre-wide railway route is likely to be completed by end of April
Over 27,000 write CET in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi districts
Udupi Nagarika Samithi members urge the authorities concerned to provide shelters on FoB at Udupi Railway Station
Couple injured in tree fall in Udupi
Deemed varsities, autonomous colleges start admission to degree courses in DK, Udupi
Moral policing incident in Udupi leads to arrest of one person
He had allegedly abused three minors and assaulted one of them for being the company of a girl from another community
IMD predicts thunderstorm for the next few days in coastal Karnataka
DK witnesses 12 mm average rainfal while Udupi receives 5 mm between Wednesday and Thursday
Udupi Mutt asks people not to do pre wedding shoots on Car Street
II PUC: Girls trump boys again, Udupi emerges as top performer, Yadgir last
Top three scorers in arts, commerce and science streams from DK, Udupi
Udupi topples DK to emerge topper in II PU results
Both districts did not fare well when compared to last years results
Udupi resident looses over 7 lakh to a job fraud
Aadhar-RTC seeding achieves 85 % progress in Udupi district, says DC
Udupi MLA cautions government against using police machinery to harass innocent people in the district
Man booked for kidnapping after 'love jihad' complaint
A case has been registered against a youth in Udupi on charges of 'kidnapping' a 20-year-old engineering student, based on a complaint filed by her father, police said on Saturday.
Udupi man accused of kidnapping college girl
Each of the 204 SDMCs selected from the State have been given a reward of 1 lakh, as part of Pusti scheme of the governments Samagra Shikhsana Karnataka Programme.
Lokayukta police arrest Assistant Public Prosecutor in Udupi
Over 40,000 students write SSLC-1 exam in DK, Udupi
Earlier on March 19, police had arrested three persons Laxmi Bai, Sundar and Shilpa in connection with the assault in coastal Karnataka
Yashpal Suvarna demands an IT-BT Park in Udupi
Woman tied to tree, assualted for stealing fish in Udupi
The woman, a resident of Vijayanagara district, allegedly stole expensive fish from a boat unloading fish at the port.
The MP urges Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw not to cancel the Madgaon service because of low patronage
Meeting of tourism stakeholders in Udupi on March 20
Udupi CMC adopts 5.17 crore surplus budget for 2025-26
Udupi police fire at crime accused trying to escape from custody near Hiriyadkka
Missing 17-year-old Digant traced in Udupi
Shiroor Mutt in Udupi performs Akki Muhurtha for 2026 paryaya
II PU exam: Over 90% students write political science, statistics papers in DK, Udupi
As the one sanctioned for Udupi could not take off due to non-availability of land, MLA Ashok Kumar Rai got the project shifted to Puttur
Police to organise 5K and 10K runs in Udupi on March 9
Vijayendra targets CM Siddaramaiah over Karnatakas financial situation
Udupi: Karnataka BJP President B Y Vijayendra on Sunday said his party will raise several key issues concerning the state during the legislature session starting March 3, as he targeted Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over the states financial situation. The 15-day session will begin with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlots address to the joint sitting of the state 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 .
Im loyal Cong worker, anyone questioning my dedication is in illusion: Shivakumar
Udupi (Karnataka), Mar 2: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Sunday said he was a loyal Congress worker and anyone questioning his dedication to the party and the Gandhi family is in illusion. He also asserted that the party will come back to power in the 2028 Assembly polls. Shivakumar was reacting to speculation about his recent meeting with party central leaders in Delhi, and talks about in political circles, especially in the ruling party, about the chief [] The post Im loyal Cong worker, anyone questioning my dedication is in illusion: Shivakumar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
More than 16,000 students to write II PU exam in Udupi district
Dr. K. Prakash Shetty, a self-made entrepreneur from Udupi, built a successful business empire in hospitality and real estate through determination and hard work.
Udupi CMC decides to halve sewage suction tank charges in areas not covered by UGD
Councillors at the ordinary meeting demanded the reduction as 2,000 was burdening the common man
Problem with coach water tank cover delays Prayagraj-Udupi Special
Cross found destroyed near Shirva in Udupi
They take out a procession from Balmatta to the Clock Tower before staging protest
She said that Daria Bahadur and Malti islands attract tourists. Hence, necessary facilities for tourists should be created
Over 5,000 properties in Udupi district may get B-Khata, says DC
Foot bridges in Udupi disrict will be completed in three years, says PWD Minister
Railways to operate Mahakumbh special between Udupi and Prayagraj
MLA Yashpal Suvarna said the city administration would take a suitable decision that benefits the general public, the drivers and the owners
Cleanliness drive conducted at Udupi Railway Station
