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19 houses damaged due to rain in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi

Six persons, including four men and two women, are taking refuge in a relief camp at the Government Pre-University College, Uppinangady

The Hindu 24 Jun 2025 9:25 pm

Sylvia Suares Appointed Director of Womens Commission for Udupi Diocese

Sylvia Suares Appointed Director of Womens Commission for Udupi Diocese Udupi: Mrs. Sylvia Suares, the Udupi Diocesan President of the Stree Sangatan, has been appointed as the Director of the Womens Commission for the Udupi Diocese. The appointment was formalized during a ceremony held at the Bishops Chapel on June 24, 2025. The Most Rev. [] The post Sylvia Suares Appointed Director of Womens Commission for Udupi Diocese appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 24 Jun 2025 8:35 pm

UCSL Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 03 Posts

The Udupi Cochin Shipyard (UCSL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Assistant Manager posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UCSL website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-07-2025.

FreeJobAlert 24 Jun 2025 3:54 pm

Rare antique lamp, believed to be of 15th century, found in Perdoor Anantapadmanabha temple in Udupi district of Karnataka

The lamp was donated by Basavannaras Banga to the temple in 1,456 A.D.

The Hindu 24 Jun 2025 12:24 pm

Eight houses damaged due to rain in Udupi, DK

The Hindu 24 Jun 2025 8:16 am

BJP workers hold protests against anti-people policies of State government outside 399 gram panchayats in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi: Capt. Chowta

Days are not far when people themselves will come onto the streets to protest against the government, the MP says

The Hindu 23 Jun 2025 8:28 pm

Son Arrested For Murdering Mother In Udupi

He allegedly killed his mother over a dispute related to money and ongoing domestic discord: Police Sources

Deccan Chronicle 23 Jun 2025 12:49 am

Rains: Five houses damaged in Udupi district

The Hindu 22 Jun 2025 9:25 pm

Udupi: Man held for killing mother over money, family dispute; forensic report points to strangulation

Manipal police have arrested Esha Naik for allegedly murdering his mother, Padmabai, due to financial issues and family disputes. Suspicion arose when Padmabai was found dead with marks around her neck. A forensic report confirmed she was murdered, leading to Esha's arrest after further investigation revealed his involvement.

The Times of India 22 Jun 2025 4:15 pm

Udupi student pays money to get tampered marks sheet due to pressure to show good marks to parents in NEET 2025

The father filed a complaint with the police in Udupi

The Hindu 21 Jun 2025 2:44 pm

Bengaluru vehicle dealer held for train robbery, 81 gm gold recovered

BENGALURU: The city railway police have arrested a 37-year-old vehicle dealer from Uttarakhand for stealing valuables of passengers travelling by AC coaches. The accused, Jitendra Kumar Chawla from Nainital, used to steal valuables of passengers when they were sleeping. He was arrested two days ago based on a complaint from a passenger travelling from Udupi to Bengaluru. The passenger lost over 50 grams of gold ornaments. The accused confessed that he had stolen valuables of passengers in Mysuru and Arsikere in Hassan district. He is also said to have stolenvaluables of train passengers in Tamil Nadu. Around 81 grams of gold ornaments have been recovered from him. Chawla never lived in one place, but stayed in lodges in cities and towns after stealing passengers valuables, according to railwaypolice. He is a habitual offender. He travelled by trains at night and targeted passengers sleeping in AC coaches. After stealing their valuables, he would get down at the next station. One of the victims filed a complaint last month. CCTV cameras at variousstations captured his movements. Based on those images, he was arrested two days ago, said an officer.

The New Indian Express 21 Jun 2025 9:30 am

Udupi Crime: Man Kills Wife Over Mobile Phone Use After Domestic Dispute - Deccan Herald

Udupi Crime: Man Kills Wife Over Mobile Phone Use After Domestic Dispute Deccan Herald

Google News 20 Jun 2025 12:25 pm

Udupi police conduct massive school vehicle inspection drive

As many as 930 school vehicles were checked, and a penalty was imposed in 282 cases

The Hindu 19 Jun 2025 7:50 pm

TAPMIs induction programme in Udupi on June 21

Induction program for 2025-27 MBA batch with industry stalwarts, is designed to give a glimpse of management studies, says TAPMI director

The Hindu 19 Jun 2025 7:01 pm

NHM Udupi Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 08 Nurse, Physiotherapist and Other Posts

TheNational Health Mission Udupi (NHM Udupi) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 08 Nurse, Physiotherapist and Other posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official NHM Udupi website. The last date to submit the application form is 21-06-2025.

FreeJobAlert 19 Jun 2025 4:40 pm

Mini van stolen in Udupi

The Times of India 18 Jun 2025 10:56 pm

Rain damage: Mescom pegs losses at 16 crore

10,583 electricity poles destroyed in four districts of Dakshina Kannada, Chikkamagaluru, Udupi and Shivamogga; DK was worst hit with 4,227 poles, 120 transformers and 211.35 km supply lines getting damaged, recording an estimated loss of 6.91 crore

The Hindu 17 Jun 2025 7:24 pm

Udupi, Uttara Kannada Declare Holiday for Schools and Colleges

In Uttara Kannada, the holiday covers Anganwadis, Primary and High Schools in Karwar, Ankola, Kumta, Honnavar, Bhatkal, Siddapur, Sirsi, and Yellapur.

Deccan Chronicle 17 Jun 2025 2:25 am

Passenger dies, 17 others injured as private bus rams into lorry

Shankar Narayan Bhat, 41, from Karkala of Udupi district died on the way to hospital

The Hindu 16 Jun 2025 8:08 pm

Outgoing Udupi BJP president anguished over premature end to term

There is no meaning in organising a programme to hand over the charge. The post was already snatched from me, and when I do not have any power, I cannot hand it over either, he says

The Hindu 16 Jun 2025 7:52 pm

Udupi School Receives Bomb Threat, Authorities Investigate

Udupi School Receives Bomb Threat, Authorities Investigate Udupi: Vidyodaya English Medium School in Udupi received a bomb threat via email on Monday, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement. Police officers were dispatched to the school to conduct a comprehensive search of the premises. Accompanied by a dog squad, the police undertook an intensive [] The post Udupi School Receives Bomb Threat, Authorities Investigate appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 16 Jun 2025 4:59 pm

Udupi man slips, falls into water-filled pit in paddy field; body found hours later

Ronald Mark Fernandes, a 53-year-old man, died in Udyavara. He reportedly slipped and fell into a water-filled pit in a paddy field. The incident happened when Ronald was walking towards the market. A family acquaintance discovered his body later that evening. Margaret Fernandes, Ronald's mother, filed a complaint with the Kaup Police. An Unnatural Death Report was registered.

The Times of India 16 Jun 2025 3:09 pm

Red alert on Karnataka coast: Schools closed in Udupi, Dakshina Kannada today - Hindustan Times

Red alert on Karnataka coast: Schools closed in Udupi, Dakshina Kannada today Hindustan Times

Google News 16 Jun 2025 9:01 am

Red Alert On Karnataka Coast: Schools Shut In Udupi, Dakshina Kannada On June 16

The decision comes as the region continues to receive intense monsoon showers with several areas already reporting waterlogging, localised flooding, and landslip threats.: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 16 Jun 2025 1:14 am

Heavy Rain: Holiday declared for Anganwadi centers and schools in Udupi district tomorrow (June 16)

Heavy Rain: Holiday declared for Anganwadi centers and schools in Udupi district tomorrow (June 16) Udupi: Due to continuous rain over the past few days across the Udupi district and given the Red Alert issued by the Meteorological Department, the DC Dr. K. Vidyakumari has ordered a holiday on June 16 (Monday) for all Anganwadi [] The post Heavy Rain: Holiday declared for Anganwadi centers and schools in Udupi district tomorrow (June 16) appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 15 Jun 2025 11:02 pm

Coastal Karnataka records normal rainfall in June, says KSNDMC

Heavy to very heavy rain is likely to occur at one or two places over Uttara Kannada, Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts on Monday and Tuesday: IMD

The Hindu 15 Jun 2025 7:20 pm

'Requested safety belts': Man killed, woman injured after crane basket falls during terrace inspection in Udupi

In Ajjarkad, Udupi, a tragic accident occurred when a man, Francis, died, and a woman, Sharada, was seriously injured after falling from a crane basket. They were inspecting a terrace leak when the crane operator allegedly lost control, causing the basket to sway and a latch to fail. Police have registered a case for negligence.

The Times of India 15 Jun 2025 12:54 pm

Intermittent rain in Bengaluru, red alert for coastal region

BENGALURU: Bengaluru received light to moderate showers on Saturday. According to India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bengaluru Urban and Rural districts are likely to receive intermittent rain, accompanied by gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 50 km/hour till June 16. With southwest monsoon active over Karnataka, the city is experiencing increased moisture and atmospheric instability. Although no warning has been issued for Bengaluru, IMD has issued a red alert for Coastal Karnataka for June 15. Bengaluru Urban and Rural districts are likely to see cloudy skies. The intensity of rainfall is expected to ease slightly from June 17, with light to moderate showers continuing through June 18. According to IMDs five-day forecast, Bengaluru will have overcast skies and scattered rain. For other places in Karnataka, particularly coastal districts such as Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada, IMD has issued a red alert with widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall. Agumbe in Shivamogga district received the highest rainfall of 11cm on Saturday. IMD has also forecast heavy rain for Kodagu, Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru districts. For the coming week, IMD has forecast widespread rain over coastal Karnataka, with intense showers and strong winds persisting until June 17. North-interior districts such as Belagavi, Dharwad and Gadag are expected to receive heavy rain over the next three days. It is likely to recede by June 19 and 20. South-interior districts such as Shivamogga, Kodagu and Chikkamagaluru are expected to receive very heavy rainfall through midweek, and moderate rain may continue till the weekend. Rainfall is expected to decline gradually across the state from June 21.

The New Indian Express 15 Jun 2025 9:26 am

Dak Adalat to address postal grievances on June 17, in Bengaluru

The Adalat aims to address unresolved postal complaints from the South Karnataka Region, which includes districts such as Mysuru, Tumakuru, Hassan, Kodagu, Udupi, and others

The Hindu 14 Jun 2025 1:05 pm

Special action force to deal with communal incidents launched

MANGALURU: Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara launched the Special Action Force (SAF), a specialised unit aimed at tackling communal incidents in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Shivamogga districts, in Mangaluru on Friday. Dr Parameshwara said that the State Government decided to set up the SAF following recurring incidents of violence in Dakshina Kannada, including a recent murder that resulted in tensions in the coastal district. We have set up SAF on the lines of Anti-Naxal Force (ANF). After Naxals in the state surrendered, we decided to cull out some personnel from the ANF who are already trained in combat operations and intelligence gathering and create SAF. It is a first of its kind in India. SAF will act against communal provocation, hate speeches against different communities. Till now we were into soft peddling when there was a communal disturbance which did not work out. Hence, we had to use some force to control it and the only aim of the government is ensuring peace and communal harmony. We also appeal to people to maintain peace. If necessary, we will extend it to other regions too, the minister said. Dakshina Kannada district in-charge and Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao said that there will not be any political interference on SAF. We are not against anyone. We will soon convene a peace meeting of leaders of all communities, elected representatives and other stakeholders within 10 days, Rao said. Karnataka DG&IGP MA Saleem said that the 248-member Special Action Force will be headquartered in Mangaluru and each unit will have 78 members. The force will be equipped with advanced intelligence, rapid response capabilities and a deep focus on community engagement, he said. SAF is headed by a Deputy Inspector-General of Police-level officer and presently Mangaluru City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy will lead it which will work in coordination with IGP(Western Range) Amit Singh. The SAF consists of 15 officers, including a SP, DSP, an Assistant Commandant, police inspector, PSI, three head constables and six police constables. SAF has been created weeks after three incidents in a gap of a month mob lynching of a person named Ashraf, murder of former VHP worker Suhas Shetty and a sand exporter named Abdul Rahiman. Home Minister Dr G Parames-hwara said that the Anti-Naxal Force (ANF) will not be dissolved. We have not dissolved ANF but cut down its strength and created the Special Action Force. Although ANF is not currently required, as Naxals have surrendered in our state, we have decided to retain it for potential future use, he said. On the investigation into the murder of Rahiman and mob lynching of Ashraf, he said that a detailed probe is ongoing, which might last more than a month. On handing over Suhas Shetty murder case to NIA, he said, NIA has the mandate to take over cases and has written to the State Government in this case, so we are obligated to hand it over. However, in the Rahiman case, the NIA did not make such a request. We are unsure why they have specifically asked for the Suhas Shetty murder case. That said, our police are capable and efficient enough to investigate such cases, he said.

The New Indian Express 14 Jun 2025 7:30 am

KSEAB declares SSLC exam-2 results with 27.67% pass rate, down nearly 4% from last year

BENGALURU: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) declared the results of SSLC Exam-2 on Friday, with the overall pass percentage, including repeaters and private candidates, standing at 27.67%. This is a dip of nearly 4% compared to 2024 which recorded a pass percentage of 31%. This year, 87,330 passed out of more than 3.15 lakh candidates who appeared. The SSLC Exam-2 was conducted from May 26 to June 2. The number of students who failed in SSLC Exam-1 increased as the grace marks - which allowed an increase of up to 20% - were not given. The pass percentage for freshers, however, stood at 30.39% and improvement percentage was recorded at 56.14%, with 6,635 students reporting improvements out of 11,818 who appeared. Of the total candidates who appeared for improvements, four students - Lakshmi B Bidarahalli, S Sriram Shetty, Sanjana S and Shivendu Shreekar S, from Vijayanagar, Udupi, Shivamogga and Tumakuru, respectively, secured perfect scores. Government schools recorded the highest pass rate among freshers at 36.65%, followed by unaided schools at 32%. SSLC Exam 3 KSEAB announced that SSLC Exam-3 will be conducted from July 5 to July 12 for students who were marked as Not Completed in either Exam-1 or Exam-2, as well as for those seeking to improve their scores and repeat candidates. Regular school students who failed in Exam-2 will be exempted from paying exam fees.

The New Indian Express 14 Jun 2025 7:14 am

Karnataka: Special Action Force formed to restore communal harmony in three districts, says Home Minister G. Parameshwara

A SAF unit, each comprising of 78 personnel, will be placed in the three districts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Shivamogga.

The Hindu 13 Jun 2025 5:44 pm

Special Task Force Inaugurated in Mangaluru to Curb Communal Conflicts

Special Task Force Inaugurated in Mangaluru to Curb Communal Conflicts Mangaluru: In a move aimed at maintaining peace and harmony in the coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada (D.K.), Udupi, and Shivamogga, Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar inaugurated a specialized task force dedicated to curbing communal conflicts. The inauguration ceremony took place at the Police Commissioners [] The post Special Task Force Inaugurated in Mangaluru to Curb Communal Conflicts appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 13 Jun 2025 4:33 pm

UCSL Apprentice Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 10 Posts

The Udupi Cochin Shipyard (UCSL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 10 Apprentice posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UCSL website. The last date to submit the application form is 30-06-2025.

FreeJobAlert 13 Jun 2025 10:54 am

UCSL ITI Trade Apprentices Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 09 Posts

The Udupi Cochin Shipyard (UCSL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 09 ITI Trade Apprentices posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UCSL website. The last date to submit the application form is 30-06-2025.

FreeJobAlert 13 Jun 2025 9:44 am

Southwest monsoon: Four killed in rain-related incidents in Karnataka, orange alert declared for Keralas four districts

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Friday (June 13, 2025) for Karnatakas Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Belagavi, Dharwad, Gadag, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu and Shivamogga districts

The Hindu 13 Jun 2025 8:44 am

Karnataka rains: Two killed in Hubballi-Dharwad, red alert issued for nine districts

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Friday (June 13, 2025) for Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Belagavi, Dharwad, Gadag, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu and Shivamogga districts

The Hindu 13 Jun 2025 8:44 am

Udupi Schools to Remain Closed on June 13 Due to Heavy Rainfall

Udupi Schools to Remain Closed on June 13 Due to Heavy Rainfall Udupi: In response to the persistent heavy rainfall impacting the Udupi district, a holiday has been declared for all Anganwadi centers and primary and secondary schools within the district for tomorrow, June 13. The order, issued by District Commissioner Dr. K. Vidyakumari, applies [] The post Udupi Schools to Remain Closed on June 13 Due to Heavy Rainfall appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 12 Jun 2025 9:14 pm

Heavy rains disrupt normal life in north, coastal Karnataka, man missing in Hubballi

Bengaluru: Heavy rains disrupted normal life in the northern and coastal Karnataka on Thursday, with the overflowing rivers in the region submerging many bridges, halting the movement of people, while homes were also inundated in several areas. The rains have affected Mangaluru, Udupi, Dharwad, Karwar, Bagalkot, Gadag, and Chikkamagaluru districts. A cloudy atmosphere has prevailed 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 .

The Siasat Daily 12 Jun 2025 8:29 pm

Passenger associations demand coach watering facility, stabling lines on KRCL network in Udupi, Uttara Kannada districts

Lack of both the facilities cripples introduction of new or operating special trains either from Karwar or Udupi

The Hindu 12 Jun 2025 7:46 pm

Heavy rain hits life in Raibag, Kudchi; bridge over Malaprabha comes under water

Red alert today for Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Belagavi, Dharwad, Gadag, Chikkamagaluru, Kodagu, Shivamogga districts

The Hindu 12 Jun 2025 7:45 pm

Udupi: Two govt school girls to represent India at International science conference in Japan - Daijiworld

Udupi: Two govt school girls to represent India at International science conference in Japan Daijiworld

Google News 12 Jun 2025 10:10 am

Rain holiday for schools in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi amid red alert

The southwest monsoon has become active again in parts of Karnataka

The Hindu 12 Jun 2025 8:30 am

DC asks officials to install rainwater harvesting for government wells in Udupi district

Of the 1,616 open and bore wells in the district, rainwater harvesting was adopted in only 44 wells, Vidyakumari regrets

The Hindu 6 Jun 2025 9:33 pm

UCSL Deputy Manager Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 6 Posts

Udupi Cochin Shipyard (UCSL) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 6 Deputy Manager posts, and interested, eligible candidates can apply online through the official UCSL website before the last date of 23-06-2025, with this article providing complete details including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and application form.

FreeJobAlert 2 Jun 2025 3:37 pm

Yakshagana Kalaranga of Udupi honours 50 artists above 70 years with Suvarna Puraskar

There should be no aberrations in Yakshagana performances, says Talluru Shivarama Shetty, chairman, Karnataka Yakshagana Academy in Udupi

The Hindu 31 May 2025 7:36 pm

New SPs take charge in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi

K. Arun and Hariram Shankar promise to act tough on criminals, particularly the communal elements and illegal cow transport and slaughtering

The Hindu 30 May 2025 6:51 pm

Rains LIVE: Holiday declared for schools in Mangaluru, Udupi; deep depression crosses Bengal coast

Heavy rain accompanied by gusty wind continued to wreak havoc across Kerala as IMD declares red alert in a few districts

The Hindu 30 May 2025 8:29 am

Top police brass of DK, Udupi reshuffled

The Hindu 30 May 2025 8:07 am

Rain havoc: 30 houses damaged in Udupi, Dakshina Kannada

Heavy to very heavy showers with sustained winds of 30-40 kmph are likely to occur at one or two places over Dakshina Kannada district on Friday: IMD

The Hindu 30 May 2025 12:21 am

LIC directed to refund 15 lakh to octogenarian for lack of informed consent

Udupi District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission asks LIC, Kundapura branch, to refund the entire amount the 83-year-old man invested in the policy, along with 20,000 towards compensation for mental agony and legal expenses

The Hindu 29 May 2025 7:38 pm

Karnataka Sets Up Anti-Communal Task Force After 2 Murders In Mangaluru

The task force will be headed by a Deputy Inspector General (DIG)-level officer and will be activated in three districts - Mangaluru, Udupi, and Shivamogga.

NDTV 29 May 2025 1:11 pm

Two arrested on charge of selling newborn baby in Karnataka

The baby was allegedly sold to a resident of Karkala in Udupi district for 1 lakh

The Hindu 29 May 2025 10:30 am

Heavy rain in Karnataka coastal belt till June 1, says IMD

Heavy to very heavy rain with sustained winds of 40-50 kmph are likely to occur at one or two places in Udupi district on Thursday, it says

The Hindu 28 May 2025 7:40 pm

Nadpalu in Udupi district records second highest rainfall in Karnataka

The highest rainfall of 145.5 mm was reported from Haanagallu Gram Panchayat in Somwarpet taluk of Kodagu district

The Hindu 28 May 2025 11:51 am

Rain havoc: 23 houses damaged in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi districts

Holiday declared for pre-university colleges, schools and anganwadis in Dakshina Kannada on Wednesday, in view of heavy rainfall alert

The Hindu 27 May 2025 7:40 pm

Karnataka rains: Anganwadis and colleges closed in Kodagu, Shivamogga Dakshina Kannada, Udupi districts

This follows incessant rains over the last three days

The Hindu 26 May 2025 11:05 am

Holiday for anganwadis in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi on May 26 due to rains

Schools in the districts are yet to reopen after summer holidays

The Hindu 26 May 2025 9:39 am

Advertisers asked to check stability of hoardings in Udupi

They should submit a report, along with photographs carrying GPS coordinates of hoardings, within seven days, the Udupi Municipal Commissioner says

The Hindu 25 May 2025 8:42 pm

Heavy rain continues to pound Dakshina Kannada, Udupi districts

While Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts recorded an average of 74.8 mm and 76.1 mm of rainfall, respectively, in 24 hours ending at 8 a.m. on Sunday

The Hindu 25 May 2025 8:37 pm

Coastal Karnataka on red alert; extremely heavy rains likely on May 24

Dakshina Kannada records 18.4 mm of rainfall against the normal 5 mm, on Friday; Udupi district record 33.4 mm of rainfall

The Hindu 23 May 2025 8:30 pm

Yellow alert to DK, Udupi on Friday

The Hindu 22 May 2025 9:14 pm

Heavy to very heavy rain forecast for DK, Udupi districts for next four days

Handadi in Brahmavara taluk receives States highest rainfall of 271 mm from Tuesday to Wednesday

The Hindu 21 May 2025 8:48 pm

Kota charges Karnataka government of slapping cases against its critics

The Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP alleges that the government has been dividing people on communal lines without undertaking any development works

The Hindu 21 May 2025 7:23 pm

Heavy rain lashes Kerala, TN and Karnataka; eight killed in rain-related incidents

Heavy rains lashed Chennai and neighbouring districts on Tuesday evening, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that conditions are favourable for onset of southwest monsoon over Kerala during next 4-5 days. A total of eight deaths in separate rain-related incidents have been recorded in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu so far. Meanwhile, the IMD, in the forecast bulletin issued on Tuesday at 4.30 pm, predicted widespread rainfall accompanied with thunderstorm, lightning and strong winds across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana over the next seven days. The southwest monsoon, which typically arrives towards the end of May, has arrived about two weeks earlier than predicted. The early onset of southwest monsoon can be attributed to climate factors like stronger westerly winds and rising sea surface temperatures, experts told TNIE . Another change in the usual monsoon pattern is the northward tilt in rainfall distribution due to a low-pressure system forming near Karnataka's coast. IMD has issued a red alert for seven districts in Karnataka --which include Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Kodagu, Shivamogga, Chikkamagaluru and Hassan-- and four districts in northern Kerala --which include Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, and Kozhikode. Orange alert has been issued for parts of Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. Karnataka Various parts of Karnataka continued to receive heavy rainfall on Tuesday. Heavy rain, along with thunder and lightning, was reported in coastal districts. Traffic congestion due to flooding was reported in the arterial roads of Bengaluru. At least five people died in the state, including three in Bengaluru, due to rains. Two people --63-year-old Manmohan Kamath and 12-year-old Dinesh-- died due to electrocution in Bengaluru's BTM layout on Monday while trying to use a motorised pump to clear water out of his house. Though they were rushed to a hospital soon after, they were declared dead on arrival by doctors. Another person, 35-year-old Shashikala, who worked as housekeeping staff at a software firm in Mahadevapura area, died after a wall in company premises collapsed on her. Additionally, two people died due to lightning in Raichur and Karwar regions, officials told Hindustan Times. In the 24 hours ending on Tuesday morning, the centres to receive heavy rainfall include, Guttal (dist Haveri) 11 cm, Kalasa (dist Chikkamagaluru) 10, Kolar Pwd (dist Kolar) 8, and T G Halli Hms (dist Bengaluru) 7. Five dead as IMD issues red alert for Karnataka; BJP, HDK slam Congress for celebrations amid crisis Tamil Nadu Chennai received moderate to heavy rains late Monday night and on Tuesday evening. Heavy to very heavy rainfall along with thunderstorms and strong winds were reported in several isolated places across the state. At least three people died in the state due to rains. Three people were killed in Madurai when a sunshade slab collapsed from the weight of water that stagnated in top. The three --65-year-old Ammapillai, her 10-year-old grandson Veeramani, and her 55-year-old neighbour Venkadammal-- were pulled out of debris a while later. Venkadammal was declared dead by doctors upon admission, while the two others succumbed to their injuries later. The centres to record heavy rainfall in the 24 hours ending on Tuesday morning include, 12 cm in Hosur AWS (dist Krishnagiri), 6 cm in parts of Krishnagiri, Ranipet, Dharmapuri, Salem districts, and 5 cm in parts of Coimbatore, Vellore, Nilgiris. Kerala Widespread waterlogging has been reported in several parts of north Kerala, disrupting daily life and transportation, officials said. While a red alert has been sounded for the districts of Kasaragod, Kannur, Wayanad, and Kozhikode, an orange alert has been issued for Palakkad, Malappuram, and Thrissur. The remaining districts have received a yellow alert. KSDMA officials warned that extremely heavy rainfall could cause serious problems. Officials also issued safety advice, urging people living in hilly areas experiencing heavy rain, particularly those at risk of landslides, mudslides, and flash floods, to move to safer locations as early as possible, preferably during daylight hours. Stations recorded 22 cm in Kunnamkulam (dist Thrissur), 18 cm in Ams Kannur (dist Cannur); heavy rain of more than 15 cm was recorded across Cannur, Thrissur, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Idukki districts. Heavy rainfall likely in Andhra Pradesh for next two days

The New Indian Express 20 May 2025 8:22 pm

NHAI to commence Katpady vehicular overpass work on NH 66 soon after monsoon: Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Kota Srinivas Poojary

The infrastructure is being built at an estimated cost of 17 crore to reduce accidents and enhance pedestrian safety

The Hindu 20 May 2025 2:30 pm

Heavy rains lash Udupi and Manipal, muddy water enters some shops

Slush (muddy) water entered some shops in Laxmindranagar and to some shops on the basement of Central Park Complex near INOX

The Hindu 20 May 2025 2:28 pm

In Pictures | Rain fury in Udupi, Manipal

The IMD had issued a red alert (extremely heavy rainfall above 204.5 mm) for coastal Karnataka on May 20 and May 21

The Hindu 20 May 2025 2:24 pm

Bengaluru rains: City wakes up to flooding yet againafter over 100 mm of overnight downpour

IMD has issued yellow alert in Bengaluru till May 23, orange alert in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Uttara Kannada, Haveri, Belagavi

The Hindu 19 May 2025 11:19 am

Udupi Puttige Mutt halts unauthorised construction over stormwater drain

Action comes after Commissioner of Udupi City Municipality served a notice on the mutt on APril 5

The Hindu 18 May 2025 8:50 pm

Udupi: Burqa-Clad Duo Attempts Kidnap Of Infant In Shirva

According to the FIR two accused were strangers and had no known link to the family. Police have registered a case and begun investigations into the attempted abduction and assault.

Deccan Chronicle 17 May 2025 7:54 pm

Government is deliberately branding Dakshina Kannada as communal: MP Chowta

Any crime in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts is being given a communal colour by the Congress-ruled State government, the BJP MP alleged

The Hindu 15 May 2025 7:42 pm