Mangaluru

Mangalore’s cultural community will hold a public awareness meeting on Sep 9 against the night loudspeaker ban that threatens Yakshagana and theatre traditions.

Mangaluru artist Devdas Kapikad said closure of cultural shops and night plays under law has left 80% of coastal artists struggling for livelihood.

The Karnataka government has approved inclusion of the Kudubi community in the Scheduled Tribe list; Centre’s final approval is awaited.

Ivan D’Souza has urged that families losing land for Mangaluru Airport runway expansion be given fair compensation, jobs, and housing.

Accorto Vida, a Crestron-authorised and KNX-certified automation solutions provider, is redefining smart living in Mangaluru and Bengaluru.

The dilapidated B C Road Kaikunje railway station has been redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat scheme at ₹28.49 crore, offering modern facilities.

Thousands of devotees, led by leaders from both Congress and BJP, rallied at Dharmasthala to support Dharmadhikari Veerendra Heggade.

Yamuna Sky City in Mangaluru, with Asia’s longest curved balcony and sea-facing towers, brings Miami-inspired luxury living to India’s west coast.

Two separate road accidents in Dakshina Kannada claimed two lives and left two others injured, raising fresh concerns over traffic safety.

The pothole-ridden road near Mangaluru airport has left commuters, students, and residents at risk, with locals demanding immediate repair work.

Mangalore University implements strict cost-cutting measures amid a financial crisis and declining student enrolments, including course closures and staff reductions.

The Mangaluru Central – Vijayapura Express has become a regular train, enhancing connectivity between North Karnataka and the coastal region while supporting tourism and pilgrimage travel.

Fr Vincent Monteiro (71), former National Director of YCS/YSM and a senior Mangaluru priest, passed away on Aug 29. His funeral will be held on Aug 31.

DYFI will hold a three-day youth rally across Dakshina Kannada from Sept 7–9, demanding priority for locals in jobs and urgent action on unemployment.

Nova Sales will reopen its renovated Restolex Mattress Experience Centre in Mangaluru on 5 September, offering upgraded interiors and premium sleep solutions.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has ruled out an NIA probe in the Dharmasthala case, saying the SIT is handling the investigation effectively.

A Moodbidri police staffer has been suspended for allegedly harassing a woman complainant with obscene calls after misusing her phone number.

Bantwal’s NH 75 service road near Brahmakootlu Toll Plaza has become a crater-ridden hazard, with locals demanding urgent NHAI intervention.

Mangaluru’s pothole-ridden roads are endangering commuters daily, with locals demanding accountability and urgent repairs before tragedy strikes.

A lorry carrying wheat overturned near Surathkal on Sep 2, spilling its load and causing losses worth several lakh rupees.