Motorcycle Diaries: Scaling new heights at 57!
UDUPI : Age is just a number for this passionate biker. At 57, Vilma Crasto Carvalho, a freelance corporate trainer from Bengaluru, rode to the Siachen Glacier Base Camp, considered one of the toughest rides, this Independence Day. Her passion for Himalayan motorcycle rides began in 2021. Though she was injured after a fall in her first attempt to Ladakh, Vilma did not give up. In 2022, she rode to Khardung La, the second-highest motorable road in the world. This was special for her as she did it with her daughter Cherish. The mother-daughter duo conquered Umling La Pass in 2023 along with a team from Kerala. Since then, Vilma had been chasing the dream of making it to the Siachen Glacier Base Camp. She flew from Bengaluru to Leh early this month and joined six other riders. Our plan was to reach the base camp on Independence Day. We took a road that helped us explore some little-known terrains of Ladakh, Vilma told TNSE. After crossing Zanskar and Gurkhon valleys, we reached Titar, one of the last villages near the India-Pakistan border. From there, we rode to Padum in Zanskar Valley via Kargil. The toughest ride to Siachen starts here. This route demands physical endurance and mental toughness, she said. While crossing a stream 60km from the base camp, she fell and suffered minor injuries. For a moment, I thought I wouldnt make it to the base camp. But we resumed our journey after attending to my injuries, she said. The team reached the base camp at noon and celebrated Independence Day as well as their success. We covered around 1,300 km in eight days as we could ride for only 150km for nine hours a day because of the harsh terrain. Low levels of oxygen affected not only us, but also our bikes, she said. Vilma (second from left) with other riders at the Siachen Glacier Base Camp Ace spiker! Apart from her passion for biking, Vilma was also a state-level volleyball player during her college days. As a freelance corporate trainer now, she guides engineering, CA and MBA graduates in Bengaluru. Vilma, who grew up in Kundapur, learnt how to ride bikes from her elder brother, who owned a Yezdi motorcycle, in the late 1980s. The turning point came for her in 2015 when her son, who turned 18, asked for a motorcycle as a birthday gift. I agreed reluctantly and took him to a showroom. As he had no driving licence, I took the motorcycle for a test ride. After buying the bike, my passion only grew stronger, she said. Vilma set her sights on Himalayan bike expeditions when she was in her late 40s after reading an article about the success of a Bollywood actress in adventure biking. She encourages women, especially those in their 50s, to dream big and realise it.
3 crore for improvement of sports infrastructure in Udupi to be released: Home Minister
Udupi court grants bail to activist Mahesh Shetty Thimarody
The judge, among others, directed him not repeat the offence. He was also asked not to threaten any prosecution witnesses
The post questions govt.s decision to invite Mushtaq to inaugurate the celebrations, and terms it an insult to Hindu traditions
KSPCB chief seeks local administrations support to enforce ban on Plaster of Paris idols
BENGALURU: We need support from the local administration to strictly enforce and implement the ban on sale, storage and manufacture of Plaster of Paris idols, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) Chairman and MLA MP Narendra Swamy said. He said there is a 70 per cent staff crunch in the Board, due to which it is becoming difficult to implement the ban. Swamy said a petition was filed before the Karnataka High Court to highlight the district administrations role in enforcing a ban on POP idols and implementing orders issued by the National Green Tribunal and state government. He told the media that circulars were issued to district administrations, Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike and police, but they dont have the required support. The NGT had issued orders in May 2013, banning the manufacture, sale and transportation of POP idols. KSPCB issued a circular in 2016 on the same, and added that harsh artificial colours that harm the environment should not be used. It also started the promotion of eco-friendly idols. The state government in September 2023 issued orders banning POP idols and use of harsh artificial colours. Forest, Environment and Ecology Minister Eshwar B Khandre said that if three districts -- Uttara Kannada, Dakshina Kannada and Udupi -- can implement the ban, other districts can too. He directed the Ganesha festival committees of all districts to ensure that they give permission only if POP idols are not used. Khandre also said that as per NGT directions, only green crackers should be used during festivities, which are not higher than 125 decibels, and crackers should be burst only between 8pm and 10pm.
Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case: Karnataka Activist Arrested For Remarks Against BJP Leader
Karnataka Police arrested activist Mahesh Shetty Thimarody on Thursday from his residence in Ujire, Udupi district, for allegedly making derogatory remarks against BJP National Organising Secretary B.L. Santhosh, amid high drama.
Mr. Thimarody left his house in his vehicle, accompanied by fellow activist Girish Mattannavar, a former sub-inspector of police, and a few of his supporters towards Brahmavar
Kota Srinivas Poojary seeks ED probe into alleged foreign funding to defame Dharmasthala
Kota Srinivas Poojary, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP, on Tuesday urged the Central government to order an Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe into alleged foreign funding for, what he called, an international conspiracy to defame Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara temple
Udupi CMC told to act against unauthorised diversion of parking spaces by commercial buildings
T.K. Swaroopa directs the authorities concerned to take measures to eliminate 18 identified black spots on highways in the district
Construction workers launch indefinite strike in Udupi, demanding adequate supply of laterite stone
Though the district administration identifies 147 quarrying sites, quality laterite stones are not available in those locations, says CITU leader
No power supply to areas in Mangaluru, Udupi district on August 19
MP instructs officials to throw open Railway over Bridge at Indrali to traffic from Sep. 15
The RoB is under construction at Indrali in Udupi on Malpe-Tirthahalli national highway 169-A
Red alert issued for Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts on Aug. 18 and 19
Dakshina Kannada received 38 mm rainfall during a 24-hour period, which ended on Saturday at 8.30 a.m., against the normal 31 mm
Udupi court rejects bail for accused who attempted to murder realtor woman
On the morning of July 22, Naidu reportedly entered victims house and attempted to kill her
Three surrender after killing man out on bail in Udupi
Udupi DC urges citizens to priotise building a sustainable society free of substance abuse
Random drug testing of 10% students to be done every quarter in Udupi
Udupi police to install 601 CCTV cameras in 207 junctions for citizen safety
Estimated to cost about 2.5 crore, the initiative is supported by Udupi District Chamber of Commerce, says SP Hariram Shankar
Nirmala Sitharaman Conferred Bharata Lakshmi Award at Udupi Sri Krishna Math
In its citation, the Math lauded Sitharaman for upholding the scriptural ideal of wisdom in earning and spending, and for strengthening the nations treasury
Nirmala Sitharaman conferred Bharata Lakshmi title by Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi
UDUPI (Karnataka), Aug 9: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman received the Bharata Lakshmi title from Paryaya Puthige Mutt seer Sugunendra Tirtha Swami at Sri Krishna Mutt here on Saturday. Sitharaman visited the temple city to inaugurate the special Yali, a traditional-style structure that surrounds the mutt. Sugunendra Tirtha read out the citation, praising Sitharaman for her integrity and dedication as Finance Minister. Visibly moved, Sitharaman recalled her first visit to Udupi in 2005, when she received a Krishna idol, which [] The post Nirmala Sitharaman conferred Bharata Lakshmi title by Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Sushanth has been honored with both an International Worldwide Book of Records and a National India Book of Records for his extraordinary accomplishment
The project works have come to a standstill due to a political conspiracy, alleges BJP
468 applicants got 184 internship offers under PMIS pilot project in DK, Udupi districts
PMIS was announced in the Union Budget 2024-25. It aims to provide internship opportunities to one crore youth in top 500 companies in five years in the country
Seven fishermen rescued after boat capsizes near Kaup lighthouse in Udupi
Concreting bow-string steel bridge surface begins at Indrali in Udupi
If everything goes well, the additional RoB should open for traffic by the end of the month, says MP
Udaya Kumar Shetty of Udupi takes charge as member-secretary in Law Commission of India
Udupi: Repair roads battered by rains on priority, Rohini Sindhuri tells officials
District administration directed to provide daily weather bulletins and coax fishermen to wear life jackets while venturing into the sea
Encounter specialist Daya Nayak promoted to ACP rank, just a day before retirement
Daya Nayak, known as an encounter specialist, received a promotion to Assistant Commissioner of Police. This happened right before his retirement. Nayak's journey began in Udupi, Karnataka. He joined the Mumbai police in 1996. He gained recognition for combating organized crime. His career faced challenges, including investigations. He was later reinstated. He contributed to the Ambani case.
77 houses damaged in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi
Squally weather with wind speed of 40-50 kmph gusting to 60 kmph likely to prevail along and off coastal Karnataka on July 29: IMD; yellow alert issued for coastal Karnataka till 8.30 a.m. on July 30
Mangaluru, Udupi get Union governments daycare cancer centres
The unit cost for establishing a centre is estimated to be up to 1.49 crore
Gusty winds bring down over 500 electricity poles in DK, Udupi districts
Many consumers complain long hours of power outage from Saturday lasting till Sunday
Power shutdown in Udupi district
Udupi court cancels bail of accused for violation of bail conditions
Udupi Launches Anti-Drug committees in Schools, Colleges To Curb Substance Abuse
Addressing the event Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar asked each college to form an Anti-Drug Committee consisting of the principal, two faculty members, and three students.
Rain: Schools in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi to remain closed on Friday
Holiday for schools, PU colleges, ITIs in Udupi district on July 24
No on-line services of Mescom in Mangaluru, Udupi for three days from July 25
Two arrested for cattle theft in Udupi district
KDA for Kannada information boards at tourist places, monuments
Udupi city is likely to get a Kannada Bhavan, he says
The Dosa King of the North, Jayaram Banans inspiring journey
Born in the coastal town of Udupi, Karnataka, Jayaram struggled in school and failed an exam at the age of 13. The post The Dosa King of the North, Jayaram Banans inspiring journey appeared first on Fusion - WeRIndia .
IMD forecasts heavy rain in coastal Karnataka
Bengaluru: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday predicted heavy to very heavy rain for the next 24 hours in parts of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts. Meanwhile, Hangaloru in Udupi district received the highest rainfall on Sunday, measuring 92mm, Gadag district reported 77.1mm rainfall, the third highest rainfall for July so far, 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 .
MLA directs Udupi CMC to take action against those letting untreated sewage into public spaces
Yashpal Suvarna says that a proposal has been sent to the govt. to lay underground drainage network in Santhekatte area
NHAI approves three FOBs, 26-km service roads on NH 66 in Udupi district, says Kota Srinivas Poojary
Academic council approves autonomy for MGM College of Udupi
If the State government concurred with the autonomy, it would be the 10th college under Mangalore University to get autonomy
Teacher professional development training conducted in Udupi
Udupi Deputy Commissioner asks people to link their mobile numbers with Aadhaar
Swaroopa also states that of the 45,832 children enrolled in the Poshan Tracker at Anganwadi centres, 11,947 were yet to get Aadhaar cards
Sculptor, two Nirmiti Kendra officials charged in Parashurama Theme Park case
Police investigation, expert opinion revealed that sculptor used brass instead of bronze, as it should have been as per the work order issued by Udupi Nirmiti Kendra, to make Parashurama idol
3 Fishermen Missing After Boat Capsizes Off Gangolli Coast In Udupi District
The missing have been identified as Suresh Kharvi, Rohith Kharvi and Jagadish Kharvi of Malyarubettu. They were part of a group of four fishermen who had ventured into the sea for fishing in a boat owned by Suresh Kharvi.
904.70 km of rural roads damaged due to rain in Udupi district, says DC
2.57 crore in Udupi, 9.54 crore in Dakshina Kannada availed of Shakti scheme
Officials celebrate the State RTCs crossing the 500-crore mark in terms of the number of women passengers who availed of Shakti scheme since its launch on June 11, 2023
Police constable injured in Manipal
Police constable Ritesh was admitted to the government hospital in Ajjarkadu, Udupi
POCSO Accused Attacks Police During Spot Inspection Near Manipal
The police immediately subdued the accused who is currently undergoing treatment at the Udupi District Hospital.
Mane Manege Police initiative launched in Udupi district
Upon launching, police personnel visited 28 houses in Udupi town, 45 in Manipal, 30 in Brahmavara, and 25 houses in Kota to create awareness
Trade unions in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi stage protests opposing Centres labour policies
They demand withdrawal of four labour codes, halting privatisation of public sector undertakings such as insurance, banking and railways and rollback of Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2022
Karnataka School Headmaster Dies By Suicide Over Financial Stress: Cops
A government school headmaster in Udupi district died by suicide on Tuesday morning, allegedly due to financial stress, police said.
72 electricity poles damaged due to rain in DK
Heavy rain with sustained winds (40-50 kmph) is likely to occur at one or two places over Dakshina Kannada, Uttara Kannada, and Udupi districts until July 11: IMD
Waqf Awareness Workshop in Udupi Sparks Legal and Grassroots Action
Thonse (Udupi): Over 80 participants, including legal experts, community leaders, students, and activists, took part in a dynamic Waqf Awareness Workshop organized by Jamaat-e-Islami Hinds Udupi chapter. The one-day workshop aimed to deepen understanding of Waqf laws, equip participants with digital tools, and build a network of grassroots Waqf Ambassadors. Senior journalist Shivasundar, delivering the [] The post Waqf Awareness Workshop in Udupi Sparks Legal and Grassroots Action first appeared on .
Two-month ban imposed on HJV leader in Udupi district
Religious Icons Vandalised in Shivamogga, Two Arrested
The government has declared Shivamogga, along with Udupi and Dakshina Kannada, as a communally sensitive district
12 houses partially damaged in DK, Udupi
Human chains formed in Udupi district seeking repeal of Waqf Act
Anantapadmanabha is a very famous god in the Bhagavata cult in the west coast of India
Ex-bureaucrats warn of conflict of interest in environment panel advising Supreme Court
A group of 60 civil servants has written to the Chief Justice of India expressing concerns about a potential conflict of interest in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)-appointed Central Empowered Committee (CEC), which advises the Supreme Court on environmental cases. The letter, signed by 60 retired seasoned bureaucrats, pointed out that the CEC does not include an independent expert and is instead composed entirely of government officials, which could influence the outcomes of cases concerning amendments to the Forest Conservation Act (FCA) of 1980. The CEC, which should have five members, is currently made up entirely of former government servants, including retired scientists, rather than including at least one independent expert as required. The letter cast doubt on the integrity of the CEC and stated that a CEC which is comprised of officers who had held the highest positions in the MoEFCC, and were closely involved in policy making, can hardly be expected to give independent advice to the Supreme Court, advice that is different from what they gave while they were in the government. The letter cited a writ petition of 2023 which was filed in the Supreme Court by a group of individuals challenging the Forest Conservation Amendment Act (FCAA), 2023. According to the petition, the Act would promote the decline of forests in India. In hearings in this case so far, the Supreme Court has given four landmark orders, upholding the definition of forests as per the Godavarman order of 1996 and directing that such forests be identified and georeferenced as per the SC orders of 1996 and 2011 (Lafarge case). The case is pending for a final hearing and decision in the Supreme Court, said Prakruti Srivatava, a former bureaucrat and one of the signees of the letter. However, the letter pointed out that the CEC has one member who was then at the helm of the MoEFCC, engaged in the preparation of the FCA bill, and also defended the bill in front of the Joint Parliamentary Committee. We fear that the outcome of this case, as well as those of others filed against the FCAA 2023, may be compromised considering the conflict of interest of the CEC, and the likelihood that the Supreme Court may give weight to the advice of the CEC before taking a final decision in the matter, states the letter. The letter further noted that some members of the CEC, when they were at the helm in the MoEFCC, had notified the use of forest land for controversial compensatory afforestation in exchange for forest land. Additionally, the letter highlighted a recent Supreme Court order on the zudupi forest, a scrub forest supporting wildlife, which was diverted for compensatory afforestation on the advice of the CEC, as a possible manifestation of this concern.
Udupi: Subudhendra Tirtha Swamiji Of Raghavendra Mutt Initiates Work Of Parthasarathy Suvarna Ratha
The Parthasarathy Suvarna Ratha, estimated at Rs 18 crore, is envisioned by Sri Sugunendra Tirtha Swamiji as a tribute to the Bhagavad Gita and comes as part of the Koti Geetha Lekhana Yajnaa massive spiritual movement in which devotees handwrite the Gita one crore times
Udupi: Hero MotoCorp Gifts Centennial Bike To Udupi Youth Who Rode Across India On Old Splendor
In recognition of Prajwals remarkable journey and enduring loyalty to the Splendor, Hero MotoCorp gifted him a Centennial one of only 101 bikes specially produced to mark the 101st birth anniversary of its founder, Dr. Brijmohan Lall Munjal
Raghavendra Mutt seer initiates construction of golden chariot in Udupi
The new chariot is being constructed to have chariot ceremonies throughout the year in Krishna Mutt premises.
New officer takes charge of 6 Karnataka Naval Unit NCC in Udupi
Take steps to improve industrial output in Udupi district, DC Swaroopa tells stakeholders
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 lamp was donated by Basavannaras Banga to the temple in 1,456 A.D.
Days are not far when people themselves will come onto the streets to protest against the government, the MP says
Mohammed Iqbal, an NRI and Doha-based businessman operating in the manpower services business, had, over the years, remitted funds to the tune of 70 crore from his five business entities located in Doha to his NRE/NRO accounts maintained in India, find investigators
Son Arrested For Murdering Mother In Udupi
He allegedly killed his mother over a dispute related to money and ongoing domestic discord: Police Sources
Two arrested for illegal cattle and beef transport in Udupi
Rains: Five houses damaged in Udupi district
Paryaya Puthige Mutt Seer leads Yoga Day session in Udupi
The father filed a complaint with the police in Udupi
Udupi police conduct massive school vehicle inspection drive
As many as 930 school vehicles were checked, and a penalty was imposed in 282 cases
Udupi district got rid of Communal tag, says outgoing DC K. Vidyakumari
DK, Udupi districtsget new Deputy Commissioners
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
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.
Monsoon fury grips Karnataka: Landslides block NH-169, Mangaluru faces flooding
Relentless monsoon rains have disrupted life in Karnataka's coastal, central, and northern districts, causing landslides, urban flooding, and crop damage. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued heavy rainfall, issuing orange alerts for several districts. Rivers are swelling, prompting disaster management officials to activate control rooms and deploy response teams, while schools remain closed in Udupi and Kodagu.
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
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
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
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
We will not allow SAF to project Udupi as communally sensitive region, says Udupi MLA
Over 1,800 students clear SSLC-2 examination in DK, Udupi districts
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
