Mangaluru

Concerns are mounting over the delay in handing over the ESI Hospital in Mangaluru to the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) under the Union Labour Ministry, with elected representatives pressing for swift action. Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh Chowta has sought the intervention of Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to expedite the transfer process. The […]

Four-lane road work from Pumpwell to Karavali begins Feb 15; police announce one-way routes and diversions to ease congestion.

Police arrest two absconding accused in assault and robbery cases, bringing long-pending investigations to a decisive close.

Father Muller commissions Mangaluru’s first Stellar M22 laser, expanding advanced dermatology and aesthetic care in the region.

Malaria cases in Dakshina Kannada fell from 4,741 in 2017 to 56 in 2025, with no local cases reported this year.

A 23-year-old woman was reported missing after allegedly applying for marriage registration in Wayanad, prompting her parents to seek police help.

Labourers near the Clock Tower joined the nationwide strike, bringing activities at the Old Port wholesale market to a standstill.

A 24-year-old allegedly threatened and manipulated a Puttur resident, cheating him of ₹2.37 lakh in a fake insurance call fraud.

Two minor boys travelling ticketless on Murudeshwar Express were rescued at Udupi after railway staff acted swiftly.

Mangaluru POCSO special court acquits two accused in minor assault case, citing lack of sufficient corroborative evidence in prosecution trial.

Mangaluru bank employee arrested and remanded after allegedly creating a drunken nuisance and abusing police while filing a complaint at Kavoor station.

Over 100 NITK Surathkal students fell ill after Virasat fest; institute bans outside food temporarily and tightens water and mess safety checks.

Pickup carrying centering materials overturned at Kanaraje near Puttur, killing the driver and injuring another occupant; police have registered a case.

Hamali workers joined the all-India strike in Mangaluru, shutting down Old Port wholesale market operations in protest against new labour codes.

Traffic closed for a month on NH-169 between Ganjimutt and Yedapadavu as NHAI begins repairs; buses, LMVs and trucks diverted to alternate routes.

Karnataka Child Rights panel calls for strict PCPNDT enforcement, monitoring of scanning centres and awareness drives to prevent female foeticide in DK.

IOB Hassan marked its 90th Foundation Day by organising a free eye check-up camp in coordination with Dr. Agarwal Hospitals.

SJEC marked its 25th Foundation Day with a technology-focused oration and honoured faculty for research excellence.

FMCOP held its Student Council handover and unveiled Synergia 2025, marking leadership transition and celebrating student excellence in Mangaluru.

Saanidhya Group of Institutions to host Vision 2026 exhibition and Saanidhya Utsav at Kadri Park on February 14–15.