High Court Orders Release of Three Suspects in Malpe Dalit Woman Assault Case
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Kota Police Crack House Burglary Case, Recover Stolen Jewelry Worth Rs 2.5 Lakh
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Malpe Police Apprehend Suspect, Recover Stolen Goods in Theft Case
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Malpe Police Initiate Case Against Manju Kola for Incendiary Speech at Protest
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Ramesh Kumar Calls for Recognition of Ambedkar as Humanist Above Caste at Gandhi Bharat Conference
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Malpe Protest Meeting Over Assault Case Descends into Chaos as Fishermen Disrupt Congress Leaders Address Udupi: A protest meeting convened in Malpe to address the recent assault case involving a local woman devolved into a tense and chaotic scene on Friday, as fishermen vociferously disrupted a speech by Udupi Block Congress President Ramesh Kanchan. The [] The post Malpe Protest Meeting Over Assault Case Descends into Chaos as Fishermen Disrupt Congress Leaders Address appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
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UDUPI: The police in Malpe, Udupi district, have arrested four persons for allegedly tying a woman to a tree and assaulting her after accusing her of stealing fish. The alleged incident occurred on March 18. The police, however, registered a case on Wednesday after the video of the alleged assault went viral on social media. In the video, a woman is seen slapping the victim while a crowd stands by. Later, the victim is tied to a tree and slapped again. Despite this humiliation in public, no one intervened to stop the assault, said sources. A case has been registered under Sections 74, 115, 351, and 352 of the BNS and also under the provisions of the Prevention of Atrocities Act. Udupi Superintendent of Police Dr Arun K said that the victim hails from Vijayanagara district. The woman who assaulted the victim has been identified as Laxmi Bai. The others arrested are Sunder, Shilpa, and another person. The police are verifying the video to nab the others involved in the incident. Meanwhile, Udupi Deputy Commissioner Vidya Kumari K said that an FIR has been registered. Manhandling is not permitted in the law. The victim may or may not be at fault... it is also being investigated. But assaulting someone is not acceptable. It was disturning to see people laugh at the victim. Nobody intervened to stop the attack. I have spoken to the SP to take action against the accused, she said. Meanwhile, KPCC spokesperson Veronica Cornelio condemned the incident and stated that the publics passive behaviour during such a cruel act is deeply disturbing.
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Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara defends Karnatakas law & order, says its better than other states
BENGALURU: In response to an adjournment motion moved by opposition members, alleging that law and order had deteriorated in the state and crimes were increasing, Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara defended the crime rate, saying it was lower in Karnataka compared to other states. Relying on crime statistics of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and other states, Parameshwara also listed out the crimes that took place during the regime of home ministers since 1990. He stated that comparatively, the number was low in Karnataka due to strict measures taken by the Congress government. Citing 27 major law and order situations reported in 2022, the highest in the past five years, Parameshwara said 2022 had also seen the highest number of major communal clashes (29) since 2018. On the attack on Udayagiri police station in Mysuru, he said there were a few police staff at the station when the incident took place, but soon police mobilised forces and contained the situation. There is a population of 4.5 lakh in Udayagiri stations jurisdiction, and there is a proposal to create one more police station, he added. On the Gangavathi incident, where a foreigner was raped and a man was murdered, the minister said several measures were taken to avert such incidents in future. Every year, 7-8 lakh tourists, including foreigners, visit places around Hampi. These foreigners are budget travellers looking for cheap accommodation and food, he said, adding that homestay and resort owners have been asked to compulsorily submit the list of foreigners staying with them to the police. Additional patrol vehicles were deployed at Anegundi, Sanapura, Basapura and surrounding areas, he said. Hitting back at remarks that he was a weak home minister, Parameshwara quipped, Should I go on rounds holding lathi? Opposition members, however, staged a walkout. Tighten Indo-Bangla border Parameshwara said the Union Government must tighten the countrys border with Bangladesh, and the rules to deport illegal immigrants directly should be made simple. Speaking in the Council, the minister admitted that the actual number of illegal migrants could be higher than the official figure. He was responding to BJP MLC PH Pujar, who said over 15,000 illegal Bangladeshis have been residing in Vijayapura district for the last 20 years. Their language varies, and they look different from Indians and still manage to get Aadhaar and ration cards, the MLC said. Parameshwara said that 33 illegal Bangladeshis were found in Vijayapura and deported to Bangladesh. The subject is sensitive. We cannot ask everyone for documents. The Union Government has to take steps in this regard. Our border with Bangladesh should be tightened, similar to the Indo-Pakistan border. Lakhs of them have entered India. Here in Karnataka, they are found in places like Chikkamagaluru, Madikeri, and even in Udupi, he said.
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BENGALURU: Home Minister G Parameshwara said that the Central Government must tighten the India-Bangladesh border and simplify the rules to deport illegal immigrants directly. He admitted that although the official numbers of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants have been given to the government, the numbers could actually be more. The minister was replying to BJP MLC PH Purjar who said that there have been over 15,000 illegal Bangladeshis residing in Vijayapura district for over 20 years. He added that even if their language varies and look different from Indians, they managed to get an Aadhar Card and Ration Card. 137 immigrants from Bangladesh, Pakistan to be deported soon: Karnataka HM Parameshwara Purjar had suggested to the government to verify their birth certificates and school transfer certificates. However, Parameshwara responded to the subject informing that 33 illegal Bangladeshis were identified and deported back to Bangladesh. The subject is sensitive. We cannot ask everyone about documents. The central government has to take steps. The India-Bangladesh border needs to be strengthened the way the Indo-Pak border has been strengthened. Lakhs of them have entered and spread across the country. They are found in Karnataka, in places like Chikkamagaluru, Madikeri and even in Udupi, said Parameshwara. He also informed the council that not just Bangladeshi immigrants but there were also 10 Pakistani national residing in Karnataka who were deported. He also recalled the Rs 75 crore drug bust case in Mangalore on March 16. Even illegal migrants from Africa are present here. Their modus operandi is to get caught in a case and come out on bail. It becomes difficult to deport them, then. The centre must make rules to deport such persons, directly, he said.
Koppal horror and Karnatakas race to make tourism safe
BENGALURU: Just as the state was grappling with the shocking incident of alleged gang-rape on two women, including an Israeli tourist, and the physical assault on three men, including one from Odisha, who was found dead in a Tungabhadra canal in Koppal, 45 km from Hampi, another incident of molestation of an Israeli woman tourist came to light. These incidents have raised concerns about safety for domestic and international tourists. They have triggered a debate among stakeholders on multiple issues over timings, like up to what time tourist destinations can remain open; whether night life should be encouraged; where and how much security should be provided; and making public a list of safe tourist destinations. Yet, despite this, Karnataka continues to carry the image of being a hospitable, warm and welcoming destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE), health, religious, environment and adventure tourism. But government officials and experts say a lot more needs to be done. Soon after the Koppal horror, Karnataka state home department issued guidelines for homestay/hotel/resort owners to follow. It made it mandatory for them to obtain police and forest department permission before taking tourists to wooded or deserted locations. The government also reiterated the mandate issued by the Bureau of Immigration for all property owners to fill Form-C, informing the travel details of foreign tourists within 24 hours of their arrival. Three held in Hampi tourist molestation case Experts working closely with the tourism department say these are knee-jerk reactions. There are sufficient rules that just need to be followed to the tee. There is a fine line between policing and ensuring safety to all. The police, district administration and property owners should work together. A log book of all hotels/homestays/resorts should be maintained, and it must be checked every fortnight. Details of property owners should also be checked by the police. The announcement of the government putting the onus on the property owners is not new, it has always been there, the expert said. A senior tourism department official admitted to the lapses. After illegal activities in homestays and hotels, particularly in Kodagu and Chikkamagaluru came to light, the state government decided to prepare an inventory of all properties and crackdown on illegal ones. That exercise is yet to be completed. But members of Coorg Homestay Association (CHA) have started to become vigilant. CHA president Monthi Ganesh says although Coorg has a large number of homestays in the district, only few follow the rules. There is a clear definition of a homestay a property that has not more than five-six rooms and the owner stays there. We surveyed and prepared a list of such homestays. We regularly check them and update the list. Visitors visiting Coorg should check the list, she says, adding that a similar exercise should be done everywhere. Sundar Singaram, Director Operations, South India Hotels and Restaurants Association, says property and guides normally advise tourists on safety and timings. While most tourists follow, some dont. Like recently in Munnar, despite warnings, a German national ventured out on to a jungle road with a two-wheeler and was attacked by a tusker. Police and security measures are available only at select monuments. At remaining locations, it is wisdom and experience of local property owners that is crucial, he says. Koppal rape incident impact Holi celebrations, tourist arrivals in Hampi Singaram adds the Koppal incident has not impacted tourism as yet. This is because of the image the southern states carry overall. International and domestic tourists find the hospitality offered by the southern states warmer and comfortable when compared to other places. Hampi is the face of Karnatakas tourism and a major draw for domestic and foreign tourists. The incident has taken place near the states star location. It is a setback for the image of the tourism industry, especially after Karnataka hosted the Karnataka International Travel Expo- 2025 from February 25 to 28, showcasing the states tourism potential to attract investment, says a senior state tourism department official. Hampi has been declared as a World Heritage Site by the United Nations, Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). It is located on the banks of Tungabhadra River, showcasing the Vijayanagara dynasty. Recently the government released the state tourism policy 2024-29, which included a chapter on tourist safety and comfort. According to experts, there is nothing concrete in the chapter assuring tourist safety, especially CCTV cameras. As, globally, special measures and policies have been drawn to encourage solo travellers, especially women which has now become a trend Karnataka is yet to catch up. The policy lists works to be undertaken by tourist guides, role of tourist mitras (TMs-similar to tourism police force comprises of guides and home guards stationed at tourist sites), provision of facilities that are women- centric and for specially-abled, creation of an online grievance redressal system and launching of tourist helpline; but these are basic, a lot more needs to be done, and they need to take opinions of tourists to improve, says an official from the department. The official admits that the incidents have raised the debate over promoting nightlife in Karnataka, not just limiting it to Bengaluru. Each region/district is unique. The Daiva Kola and Bhoota Kola are held at night. The department is taking multiple steps to start Hampi By Night and promote nightlife on the beach. We cannot tell tourists not to venture out post sunset. Proper measures need to be in place for their safety, the official says. However, as the members of hotels and restaurants associations support the idea of promoting nightlife, they question the support of the government agencies. Chandrashekhar Hebbar, Honorary President, Karnataka Hotels Association, citing the example of Bengaluru, says though hotels and restaurants have permission to stay open till late in the night, the police ask them to shut down, citing manpower shortage. The government is unable to provide proper infrastructure support for nightlife in Tier-1 cities, let alone other places. He says while the government is checking all properties, the association has also started it. Karnataka has over a lakh hotels in varied categories, of which only 20% are registered. District administrations have held meetings with stakeholders and a list of all locations where tourists stay and visit are being listed out. A registry of all homestays, lodges, resorts and hotels is being prepared and tallied with the ones listed with the tourism department. Warnings are also being issued to unregistered property owners, and work is being done to clamp them down. Like the state tourisms tagline One State Many Worlds, the concerns of each district are unique. While stern warnings have been issued to property owners to adhere to the Karnataka Tourism Trade (Facilitation and Regulation) (KTTF) Act, 2015, officials are being pressed with suggestions for improvements. KODAGU In the case of Kodagu, which is famous for adventure, leisure and coffee tourism, the district administration has prepared a list of works needed to be taken up on priority. The list includes installation of additional lighting facilities at tourist destinations. The department has listed 23 destinations in Madikeri. Kodagu DC Venkat says they were acting swiftly to register all homestays on the departments website. There are over 3,000 homestays across Kodagu and about 2,229 are registered with us. We are including the list of homestays registered on the Kodagu tourism department website, he says. VIJAYANAGARA Prabhulinga Talakere, Deputy Director, Tourism Department, Vijayanagara, says all registered homestays are being listed in the website and notices are being served to illegal ones. Property owners have been directed to display all obtained operational licenses prominently on display boards to instill confidence among tourists. Ravi G, a homestay owner in Hampi, says the Koppal incident has impacted their business as foreigners have cancelled bookings. Vijayanagara district administration and stakeholders say there have been many instances in the past too where tourists have been ill-treated, including the one that happened last year wherein an autorickshaw driver tried to sexually harass a lady from Maharashtra. She filed a police complaint and the driver was arrested. UDUPI-CHIKkaMAGALURu As Udupi and Chikmagalur are famous for religious and trekking destinations, the government agencies are involving religious institutions and forest departments to ensure there are no untoward incidents. Kumar CU, Assistant Director, Udupi Tourism Department, says five beaches (Malpe, Kaup Light House beach, Padubidri Blue Flag beach, Trasi and Maravanthe) in the district have been recognized by the department and have all safety measures in place. Work on protecting other lesser-known beaches is underway. He says homestay and resort operators have been directed to annually sign an undertaking to ensure they comply with the rules. Shivaram Babu, Deputy Conservator of Forests, Karkala wildlife division, says no one is allowed inside forests for trekking without their guides. Entry of people in all forests is prohibited between 6pm and 6am. Chikkamagaluru District superintendent of Police Dr Vikram Amthe, in his meeting with homestays, lodges and resort owners, asserted that police department permission is compulsory before taking tourists for star gazing at Mullayanagiri and Sitalayyanagiri. The SP also directed all property owners to ensure no night parties are allowed beyond 10pm. KALYANA KARNATAKA REGION In Kalyana Karnataka, the region famous for its forts, especially in Kalaburagi, during interaction with tourists and stakeholders, officials were asked to make note of the need to improve the provision of basic infrastructure including restrooms. Even as the district administration started to check all the lodges and hotels and their ledgers, they were greeted with complaints from tourists. HASSAN The region is not just famous for the archaeological sites Belur, Halebid and Shravanabelagola but now also for elephant tourism. Hassan district administration officials too were forced to make note of the need to improve tourism facilities and safety measures in the heritage sites. During interaction it was learnt that authorities concerned had not maintained proper records of tourists, especially foreigners visiting the region, including the Western Ghats patches despite collecting entry fee. However, property owners have been keeping a records of domestic and international tourists. It may be recollected that last year tourists from Dakshina were attacked by miscreants near Patla Betta, a famous hill station. A tourist guide in Belur says: Belur is world famous for its temples, but lacks basic amenities and safety measures. Tourists or miscreants can enter from any nook and corner of the historic temples. There are no security guards to take care of tourists. Fortunately, no major incident has occurred so far. BENGALURU-MYSURU Just like Bengaluru, Mysuru is a unique city with immense and mixed tourism flavours for the government agencies to deal with. The two cities offer not just wildlife and adventure tourism in city outskirts, the urban cities are also famous for heritage, educational, health, cultural, MICE and urban tourism. After the Koppal incident, the police administrations of Mysuru and Bengaluru have not just been holding high-level stakeholder meetings to ensure tourist safety, they have also been holding meetings with each other to share notes. There are several resorts and homestays in the fringes of Bandipur, Nagarahole and BRT tiger reserves and in Kabini backwaters which witness a huge footfall of domestic and international tourists. After the alleged gang-rape incident in Koppal, district authorities and police have visited the establishments to inspect all security measures, and their licenses and certificates are being verified. SHIVAMOGGA In case of Shivamogga, that is known for the scenic natural beauty and literature-rich destinations, T Dharmappa, assistant director, tourism department, Shivamogga, says, a District Tourism Development Committee (DTDC) meeting will be held in April inviting all resort, hotel and homestay owners. They will also be educated on the need for their support and create awareness to avoid any untoward incidents. DAKSHINA KANNADA As Dakshina Kannada deputy commissioner Mullai Muhilan says, apart from taking stock of all properties, they are working on additional Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) by taking inputs from all stakeholders for the security of tourists visiting Mangaluru. Yathish Baikampady, a beach tourism promoter, points out that local authorities must ensure there is lighting at all the beaches throughout the night. He says if there is proper lighting, a lot of families will visit the beaches and no untoward incident will happen. Streetlights at all tourist destinations should be properly maintained and there should also be proper police patrolling so that no anti-social elements thrive. (With inputs from Prajna GR- Madikeri; Kiran Balannanavar- Koppal; Prakash Samaga- Udupi;Tushar A Majukar- Belagavi; Firoz Rozindar- Vijayapura & Bagalkote; Thipperudrappa Basappa- Chikkamagaluru; Ramakrishna Badsheshi- Kalaburgi; BR Udaya Kumar- Hassan; BK Lakshmikantha- Mysuru; Subhash Chandra NS- Uttara Kannada; Ramachandra V Gunari- Shivamogga; Divya Cutinho- Mangaluru)
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Platform shelter inaugurated at Udupi Railway Station
New premises of Udupi Bar Association
Kota Srinivas Poojary, Member of Parliament, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru, had questioned the shortage of CNG in Udupi district forcing autorickshaw drivers to wait in long queues in front of CNG pump stations and the steps taken by the government to resolve the issue
NTT DATA completes acquisition of Udupi based Niveus Solutions
Niveus Solutions adds over 1,000 GCP engineering professionals to NTT DATAs cloud services team
Private bus services on Kundapur-Udupi-Mangaluru sector likely to be hit on February 5
Bus operators have threatened of staging protests at Hejmady and Sasthana toll gates against NHAI collecting additional users fee
Yadgir person arrested in Udupis digital arrest case
Maoist Tombattu Lakshmi surrenders in Udupi
Lakshmi, Last Naxalite In Karnataka, Surrenders In Udupi
Police said Lakshmi originally belonged to Thombattu of Machchattu village in Kundapura taluk.
New building of SDM college to be inaugurated in Udupi on January 31
NHAI begins restoring service roads at grade separator site in Kallianapura-Santhekatte on NH 66
Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Kota Srinivas Poojary and NHAI officials visit Uchhila-Bada to hear public grievance
Four schools in Mangaluru, Udupi receive hoax bomb threat
Udupi CMC seeks public hearing before upgrading the civic body to City Corporation
The proposal should not be hurried through, says MLA Yashpal Suvarna seeking additional grants to develop civic infrastructure in new areas
Man Arrested in Udupi for Sexual Harassment of Minor
Udupi: Udupi Police have arrested a 35-year-old man, identified as Muthu from Bagalkot district, on charges of sexually harassing a five-year-old girl. The case was registered under the POCSO Act at the Udupi Women's Police Station, prompting a swift investigation. To trace the unidentified suspect, police formed five teams, reviewed multiple CCTV footages, and sought public assistance by sharing his details. Acting on a tip-off and through sustained efforts, the police apprehended Muthu near Vadiraj 3rd Cross, close to the Sri Krishna Matha, on Monday evening. Muthu, the son of Yallappa and a resident of Sulibhavi village in Hungund, Bagalkot district, reportedly had no fixed address in Udupi and was often seen wandering the streets. The police have commended the publics cooperation in the case and continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
35-year-old man arrested for sexual harassment of minor girl in Udupi
The accused, who was seen seeking alms in Udupi, called the child by offering to buy chocolates. He allegedly took her to a lane and tried to touch her private parts
Fruit-flower show inaugurated in Udupi
Man misbehaves with 5-year-old girl; case registered under POCSO Act in Udupi
Udupi: A case under the POCSO Act has been registered at the Womens Police Station in Udupi following an incident in which a man allegedly touched a five-year-old child inappropriately. Giving details about the incident, Udupi District SP Dr. Arun K stated that the child was playing near a shop when a man signaled that he would give her chocolate. The girl went to him and he took the child to a nearby gully and touched inappropriately. The child shouted following which he escaped from the spot. The police verified CCTV footage. On verification it was found that the person had come for begging and was conversing in Tulu. We have shared the photo of the accused with the people and request people to inform our control room if they have any information, the SP said. The child has been provided counselling. Meanwhile, Women and Child Development Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar, who also holds the position of Udupi District In-charge Minister, has instructed officials to take immediate action. Minister Hebbalkar, who is currently receiving treatment for injuries sustained in an accident, spoke with the district police chief and the deputy commissioner as soon as she received information about the incident. Taking the incident seriously, the minister directed the authorities to apprehend the accused immediately and ensure that all necessary support is provided to the child. She also emphasized the need to offer the child any required assistance.
Police destroy cannabis worth 16 lakh in Udupi district
Provide govt. facilities to Koraga tribes people at their doorsteps: Raghavendra
The Shivamogga MP directs hastening of multi-village drinking water scheme in Byndoor Assembly segment under his constituency and the rest of Udupi district
Raghupathi Bhat opposes Udupi flyover project mooted by MLA Yashpal Suvarna
K. Raghupathi Bhat to contest next Assembly elections from Udupi
3 arrested for cheating Udupi doctor of 8.5 lakh after promising MPH seat in UK
The arrested persons are S. Suman, 24, of Hosanagar in Shivamogga, Suhan Khan, 22, and Mohammed Mahaz, 23, both from Belvai village near Moodbidri, said police who have seized 5 lakh, a car and two mobile phones from the trio.
Udupi DC asks local bodies to reserve fund in annual budgets for sterilising street dogs
Ancient Umamaheshwara metal sculpture found at Taggunje in Udupi district of Karnataka
It is a rare combination of Shaiva-Shaktha and Naga cult, according to T. Murugeshi, a retired Associate Professor of Ancient History and Archaeology
Online investment fraud: Mangaluru and Udupi residents lose over 27 lakh
Government school children in Dakshina Kannada grow rare paddy varieties in chikki boxes
The students were inspired by paddy conversationalist Asma from Karkala taluk of Udupi, who gave them a tray containing saplings of 50 paddy varieties
Elevated highway or flyover from Udupi City Bus Stand to Indrali sought
Increasing number of tourists to Udupi has caused significant bottlenecks, especially at key junctions like Kalsanka, Kadiyali and City Bus Stand
Youth gets 20 yrs jail term for raping minor & sharing video on social media
Karnataka: A Mangaluru court has sentenced a 22-year-old resident of Udupi to 20 years in prison and a fine of 1 lakh on finding him guilty for sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl and sharing the video of the rape on social media. The Additional District and Sessions Judge, Fast Track Sessions Court-2, Mangaluru, K.S. Maanu [] The post Youth gets 20 yrs jail term for raping minor & sharing video on social media appeared first on Northlines .
