Home nurse held for stealing elderly womans gold chain in Udupi
Collision of Two Buses in Udupi District Leaves 26 Injured
A bus collision near Arate Bridge in Udupi injured 26 passengers, with three critically hurt and taken to KMC Hospital for treatment. Collision of Two Buses in Udupi District Leaves 26 Injured
Kundapur: Two Class 7 Girls Drown in Pond While Washing Clothes
Kundapur: Two Class 7 Girls Drown in Pond While Washing Clothes Kundapur: Two schoolgirls drowned in a pond at Hosadu village in Kundapur taluk of Udupi district while reportedly washing clothes. The deceased have been identified as Vaishali and Sunitha, both Class 7 students at a nearby government school. According to reports, the girls lived [] The post Kundapur: Two Class 7 Girls Drown in Pond While Washing Clothes appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Udupi: Mother Kills Disabled Daughter, Commits Suicide
A tragic incident in Udupi, Karnataka, saw a 40-year-old woman, Netravati, allegedly kill her 14-year-old physically disabled daughter, Suprati, before dying by suicide. The police are investigating the motive behind the deaths, which occurred on Sunday while Netravati's husband was at work.
Exempt Small Retail Traders from MDR Charges, Just Like Corporate Companies: Annamalai
Exempt Small Retail Traders from MDR Charges, Just Like Corporate Companies: Annamalai Udupi: The Central Government should exempt small retail traders from Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) charges on UPI transactions, just as corporate companies receive tax exemptions, former IPS officer K. Annamalai said. Speaking at an interaction programme at Town Hall in Udupi on Saturday, [] The post Exempt Small Retail Traders from MDR Charges, Just Like Corporate Companies: Annamalai appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Home Nurse Arrested in Hiriyadka House Theft Case; Gold Worth Rs 1.85 Lakh Seized
Home Nurse Arrested in Hiriyadka House Theft Case; Gold Worth Rs 1.85 Lakh Seized Udupi: Hiriyadka police arrested a 45-year-old man in connection with the theft of a gold chain from an elderly womans house in Kukkehalli village. The police seized 15 grams of gold, valued at approximately Rs 1.85 lakh, and the motorcycle allegedly [] The post Home Nurse Arrested in Hiriyadka House Theft Case; Gold Worth Rs 1.85 Lakh Seized appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Woman, Three-Year-Old Son go Missing Near Old KSRTC Bus Stand in Udupi
Woman, Three-Year-Old Son go Missing Near Old KSRTC Bus Stand in Udupi Udupi: A 29-year-old woman and her three-year-old son have gone missing near the old KSRTC bus stand in Udupi. A complaint has been lodged at the Udupi Town Police Station. The missing woman has been identified as Kavya (29), a native of Nashik, [] The post Woman, Three-Year-Old Son go Missing Near Old KSRTC Bus Stand in Udupi appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Karnataka Weather Today: IMD rain alert for Bengaluru, Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Chikkamagaluru
Bengaluru Weather Today: The IMD has forecast rain and thunderstorms across parts of Karnataka on October 24, including Bengaluru, Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Chikkamagaluru. Check the latest district-wise rain alerts, temperature forecast and weather precautions.
Nadige Footwear Collection Campaign Launched in Udupi
Nadige Footwear Collection Campaign Launched in Udupi Udupi: A three-day social initiative titled Nadige was launched on Friday to collect used or unused footwear in good condition, refurbish it, and make it available to underprivileged children. The campaign was inaugurated by Rev. Fr. Denis DSa, parish priest of Mother of Sorrows Church, Udupi, by planting [] The post Nadige Footwear Collection Campaign Launched in Udupi appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod Slogan Echoes in Udupi; Massive Rally Held Amid Rain
Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod Slogan Echoes in Udupi; Massive Rally Held Amid Rain Udupi: During British rule, the right to vote was restricted to the wealthy, men and powerful sections of society. Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is following the same path, alleged social activist Bhavya Narasimha Murthy. She was addressing a large protest [] The post Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod Slogan Echoes in Udupi; Massive Rally Held Amid Rain appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Extortion Threats Linked to Underworld Criminal Hemant Poojari: One Arrested
Extortion Threats Linked to Underworld Criminal Hemant Poojari: One Arrested Udupi: Police have arrested a man accused of colluding with underworld criminal Hemant Poojari to threaten businessmen and prominent personalities in Udupi district and extort money from them. The accused is identified as Suresh Amin, 38, a resident of Batrathota House in Ermal Bada village. [] The post Extortion Threats Linked to Underworld Criminal Hemant Poojari: One Arrested appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Expelled former Udupi MLA Raghupathi Bhat wants to return to BJP
Raghupathi Bhat Confirms He Will Contest 2028 Assembly Elections
Raghupathi Bhat Confirms He Will Contest 2028 Assembly Elections Udupi: Former MLA K. Raghupathi Bhat has confirmed that he will contest the 2028 Karnataka Assembly elections but said he has not yet decided whether to join the Congress. He is currently seeking the opinions of his supporters and party workers before deciding his political future. [] The post Raghupathi Bhat Confirms He Will Contest 2028 Assembly Elections appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Three Deacons Ordained as Priests for Diocese of Udupi
Three Deacons Ordained as Priests for Diocese of Udupi Photos By Melwin Joy Mascarenhas Udupi: Three deacons of the Diocese of Udupi were ordained as priests at Milagres Cathedral, Kallianpur, on Wednesday. Kevin DSouza of Padukone, Steevan DSouza of Nidpalli, and Shawn Savio Andrade of Kemmannu were ordained by Most Rev. Leslie Clifford DSouza, Bishop [] The post Three Deacons Ordained as Priests for Diocese of Udupi appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Bird Watchers Sight More European Rollers This Season Than Before In Karnataka
Bird watchers have reported more European Roller sightings across Karnataka this season, including Bandipur, Gudekote and Udupi, prompting calls for research into possible changes in migration patterns.
Despite directions from senior officials, the department has not cleared acacia trees on three sites identified for the scheme in Udupi district
Rusty, Old Hospital Beds Being Shifted to New District Hospital: MLA Yashpal Suvarna Slams State Government Udupi: Udupi MLA Yashpal A. Suvarna has accused the state government of putting peoples health and lives at risk by shifting the existing taluk hospital to the new district hospital building in Ajjarkad without providing the necessary infrastructure, medical [] The post Rusty, Old Hospital Beds Being Shifted to New District Hospital: MLA Yashpal Suvarna Slams State Government appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
ICAR-CPCRI promotes biological control of coconut pest in Udupi
Coastal Region to Be Developed into World-Class Tourism Destination: D.K. Shivakumar
Coastal Region to Be Developed into World-Class Tourism Destination: D.K. Shivakumar Udupi: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday said the state government would formulate a separate tourism policy for the coastal and Malnad regions, with the aim of transforming the coast into a world-class tourism destination. Speaking after inaugurating the Womens Dasara celebrations as [] The post Coastal Region to Be Developed into World-Class Tourism Destination: D.K. Shivakumar appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
CM D.K. Shivakumar Appeals to Sugarcane Farmers to Remain Patient
CM D.K. Shivakumar Appeals to Sugarcane Farmers to Remain Patient Udupi: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has appealed to sugarcane farmers across the state to remain patient, stating that the issue of sugarcane prices is not confined to Karnataka but affects farmers across the country. He said discussions were also being held with leaders from [] The post CM D.K. Shivakumar Appeals to Sugarcane Farmers to Remain Patient appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
11 teams to take part in fifth edition of Pili Parba in Mangaluru on October 18
The teams are from Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Kasaragod districts
MP asks BSNL to set up mobile towers at 39 sites in Udupi district
Udupi set to become state's first fully literate district
St Agnes College Protest Instigated by Muthalik, Alleges Prashanth Jattanna
St Agnes College Protest Instigated by Muthalik, Alleges Prashanth Jattanna Udupi: Prashanth Jattanna, Director of the Karnataka State Christian Development Corporation, has alleged that the protest organised by the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) outside St Agnes College in Mangaluru over the conduct of examinations during the Dasara holidays was instigated by Hindu activist Pramod [] The post St Agnes College Protest Instigated by Muthalik, Alleges Prashanth Jattanna appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Navaratri celebrations kick off; CM postpones visit to Mangaluru, Udupi
Udupi police arrest two for robbing 74-year-old woman of gold chain
Udupi: Udupi Town Police have arrested two men for allegedly entering the house of a 74-year-old woman living alone and forcibly snatching her gold chain. The police have recovered a gold chain, an electric scooter and two mobile phones worth a total of Rs 5.53 lakh from the accused. The incident occurred on the evening 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: Two Held For Allegedly Stealing Cattle For Slaughter
The police alerted Hiriyadka station and asked personnel there to intercept the vehicle: Reports
Two arrested for robbing elderly woman on pretext of SIR in Udupi
Two arrested for robbing elderly woman on pretext of SIR in Udupi
In Mundkur Near Mangaluru, Nana Patekar Is Remembered For More Than His Films
Mundkur is a village in Udupi district, about 35 km from Mangaluru City. Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple here is one of the famous religious places in the region.
UCSL Executive Recruitment 2026
Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (UCSL) has announced 5 vacancies, including Assistant General Manager, Manager, and Deputy Manager posts. The online application process will begin on 07 October 2026, and the last date to apply is 28 October 2026. Candidates can apply through the official website, cochinshipyard.in.
PNN Panaji (Goa) [India], October 7: Advocate, Author, TEDx Speaker and Chairperson of the Child Welfare Committee, Udupi, Adv. Juhi Damodar made a significant achievement in her career as an author with the release of her book
Udupi mutt denies accommodation to woman, CPI(M) fires back
Udupi: The Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI (M)) Udupi district committee has criticised the alleged denial of overnight accommodation to a young Muslim woman at a mutts guesthouse, claiming that she was refused a room because of her religion. According to party district secretary Suresh Kallagar, the incident occurred on October 3 when the 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 .
Man Gets 5-Year RI For Assaulting, Threatening Udupi Prison Warden
Udupi court sentences Safan Hussain to five years rigorous imprisonment and fines him 40,000 for assaulting and threatening a prison warden.
Accommodation denied to Muslim woman at Udupi Krishna Mutt lodge, claims CPI(M)
Diwan of Shiroor Mutt, which manages Sri Krishna Mutt now, refutes allegation. An attempt to tarnish image of Sri Krishna Mutt was made, he says
KRCL organises cleanliness drive at Udupi Railway Station
KSRTC to offer Dasara package tours from Mangaluru and Udupi during Navaratri celebrations
Historian T. Murugeshi of Udupi chosen for Dr. Srinivas Havanoor Memorial Award
2,925 Firearms Checked In Udupi, Four Found Modified
The inspections covered the background of firearm licence holders: Reports
Nadige, a campaign to collect used footwear to be held in Udupi from Oct 23 to 25
Ktaka: Bengaluru-Goa Vande Bharat extension boosts coastal connectivity
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Oct 1 (IANS) Rail connectivity between Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa has received a major boost with the extension of the existing MadgaonMangaluru Vande Bharat Express up to Bengaluru via Hassan, Udupi and Karwar, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy said on Thursday. The development follows a proposal by Kumaraswamy to Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw seeking Vande Bharat connectivity between Bengaluru and Madgaon via Hassan, Mangaluru, Udupi and Karwar, in view of growing passenger demand along the corridor. Kumaraswamy said he had highlighted the route's importance for tourism, pilgrimage, education and commerce, as well as the need for stronger connectivity between Bengaluru and the major commercial, port and tourism centres of coastal Karnataka and Goa. Thanking Vaishnaw for his prompt and positive response, Kumaraswamy said the existing Madgaon-Mangaluru Vande Bharat Express had now been extended to Bengaluru. The service will operate as Train No. 26655/26656 YesvantpurMangaluruMadgaon Vande Bharat Express with revised timings. The extension will connect Bengaluru with key destinations in coastal Karnataka and further link the region with Madgaon in Goa. Kumaraswamy said his original proposal aimed to address growing demand for passenger services along the Bengaluru-coastal Karnataka-Goa corridor. In his communication to the Railway Minister, he had pointed out that the route caters to a diverse passenger base, including tourists, pilgrims, students and professionals. He had also urged the authorities to examine the feasibility of the service and initiate the necessary administrative process. Vaishnaw, in his communication dated September 28, 2026, referred to Kumaraswamys letter of December 23, 2025, and informed him that the MadgaonMangaluru Vande Bharat Express had been extended up to Bengaluru via Hassan, Udupi and Karwar. Kumaraswamy said the enhanced connectivity would benefit passengers travelling between Bengaluru, Hassan, Mangaluru, Udupi, Karwar and Madgaon. He said the service would also support tourism, regional economic activity and inter-state connectivity by strengthening rail links between Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this is another step towards strengthening modern rail connectivity and bringing Bengaluru, coastal Karnataka and Goa closer, Kumaraswamy said. He added that the extension would further strengthen the integrated and modern rail network connecting Karnatakas interior and coastal regions with Goa.
Udupi: Two drown in river near Karkala
Udupi: Two drown in river near Karkala
Congress carries out protests in Mangaluru, Udupi
Congress carries out protests in Mangaluru, Udupi
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.
Tulu Koota Udupi to organise Tuluvera Dibbana to celebrate official language status
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.
Udupi police arrest two Uttar Pradesh natives in theft case
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 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.
Karnataka man 'murdered' in UAE, body cut into 9 pieces; wife, son untraceable
A man from Kundapur, Alwin, was reported missing after last contacting his family in July. His family became suspicious after receiving unusual text messages from his phone, which he rarely used. After his body was discovered in Sharjah, they received a death certificate and filed various complaints. Alwin's wife and son remain uncontactable amid ongoing investigations. Udupi police await official confirmation of the incident from relevant authorities.
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 .
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.
Karnataka Ex-Minister Ramanath Rai Injured After Bus Rams His SUV In Udupi
The accident occurred when a private bus travelling from Karkala toward Moodbidri crashed into the SUV in which Rai was travelling.
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
DKS Meets Veteran Congress Leader Janardhan Poojary
After wrapping up his programmes in Mangaluru, Shivakumar travelled to Hebri in Udupi district for a meeting on Kasturirangan Report before returning to Mangaluru in the evening.
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 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.
Will work from the grassroots level to strengthen Congress: Kishan Hegde Kolkebail
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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
Public installation of Ganesha idols at over 650 places in Udupi district, Mangaluru City
Rajyotsava Awardee Urges ECI To Give a Years Time for NRIs To Complete Electoral Rolls Verification
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Autorickshaw driver to file defamation case against Udupi police over wrongful prosecution
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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.
Vitla Pindi celebrated with grandeur in Udupi
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.
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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
