Mangaluru

Facing a severe fund crunch, Mangalore University has sought government approval to hand over its incomplete international hostel project under the PPP model.

Burglars broke into a locked house in Talapady while the family was abroad and escaped with a wristwatch and mobile phone, police said.

The vintage classic cars and bikes carnival drew crowds as rare automobiles, including a Mercedes SL 500 Miniature, captivated visitors.

The 77th Republic Day was marked with grandeur as leaders highlighted peace, harmony and key development projects while honouring achievers.

Police urged SC/ST leaders to formally report workplace harassment to ICCs, stressing strict action, accountability and timely redressal of grievances.

Vajradehi Matha seer Rajashekharananda Swamiji defended the hoisting of the saffron flag, calling it a personal religious practice and urging respect for tradition.

Venur Police have registered two separate cases over an alleged bike theft attempt and a counter-assault complaint reported from Marodi village.

An emergency ambulance boat built by a fishermen’s union will be inaugurated on January 26 to handle medical and rescue emergencies at sea.

The third Den Den International Open-Sea Swimming Championship on January 26 will feature a new 8 km category and nearly 400 swimmers.

A 39-year-old widow has turned her homemade pickle-making skills into a micro-enterprise, earning about Rs 900 a day with government support.

Mangaluru has been ranked the safest city in India in the Numbeo Safety Index 2026, securing 46th place globally with a safety score of 74.4.

Yenepoya Nursing College hosted a national conference on redefining neuropsychiatry, focusing on innovation, AI integration and holistic approaches in mental health care.

MRPL CSR distributed 20 sewing machines to women beneficiaries at Ganeshpura, supporting self-employment and strengthening women empowerment initiatives.

The restored Pumpwell Kalasha will be inaugurated on January 24, marking the return of a landmark removed during flyover construction in 2016.

Special school teachers and staff will hold a statewide protest on January 28, citing delayed grants, pay disparities and lack of policy action.

Indian Railways will introduce a new Amrit Bharat Express connecting Nagercoil and Mangaluru, boosting west coast rail connectivity via Kerala.

Birders have reported a 10–20% rise in tern and gull sightings along the Uttara Kannada coast during this year’s Asian Waterbird Census.

Konkan Railway has inaugurated its first container rake of polypropylene from Thokur station, marking the start of a new containerised freight stream.

Karnataka Government Polytechnic has become India’s first autonomous government polytechnic after receiving AICTE approval, marking a major milestone in diploma education.

Ayush Utsav 2026 will promote women and child health while showcasing integrated AYUSH systems through consultations, therapies and awareness programmes.