Mangaluru

The Diocese of Mangaluru is set to host ‘Ninaad – Burgyalem Festh 2K26’, bringing children together for a major gathering in November.

ICYM Mangalore Diocese will host Skill Fiesta 2026 on August 23, offering Catholic youth expert-led sessions on AI, startups, civil services and more.

The Commission for Bible, Diocese of Mangalore, will conduct its monthly online Bible quiz on August 29, covering five books from the Old and New Testaments.

A scooter rider was injured by bullet shrapnel while Forest Department personnel fired into the air to drive away a wild elephant in Sullia.

A KFC outlet in Mangaluru was sealed after a customer complained about allegedly stale and foul-smelling chicken.

A KFC outlet at Mangaluru’s City Centre Mall was closed after health officials found allegedly old chicken and collected samples for testing.

BJP leader Vikas Puttur filed a complaint against Sonia Gandhi at Urwa Police Station, alleging disrespect to ‘Vande Mataram’.

Three senior citizens were rescued after being trapped in a hotel lift in Attavar, Mangaluru, for nearly an hour on Saturday morning.

MCC Bank celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day in Mangaluru with patriotic fervour, highlighting youth empowerment and community development.

A 24-year-old man died after his motorcycle collided with a KSRTC bus near Nelliguri in Bolikkala, Keyyur, on August 15.

Thumbay Group is entering its 30th year with plans to expand medical education, healthcare, research and innovation through a global academic network.

BSNL’s satellite phone service is gaining a strong response in Mangaluru, with fishermen among those seeking connections for reliable communication.

MCC Commissioner Rahul Rathnam Pandey inspected waste black spots in Mangaluru and directed officials to strengthen cleanliness and disposal measures.

Biruver Kudla celebrated Independence Day in Mangaluru, with Nalin Kumar Kateel urging citizens to contribute to nation-building.

Mangaluru Horse Riding Academy organised Freedom Ride 2026, dedicating the patriotic horseback procession to freedom fighter Kedamadi Ramayya Gowda.

Psychiatric genetics can help Indian families understand mental illness, reduce blame and recognise vulnerability without treating genes as destiny.

U.T. Khader urged youth to honour freedom fighters’ sacrifices by promoting unity, peace and development while building a stronger India.

Veteran Konkani singer Henry D’Souza, best known for ‘Ye Ye Katrina’, dies at 83, leaving behind a lasting musical legacy.

The Mangalore Diocese conducted a two-day formation programme to help priests understand and implement revised liturgical norms across parishes.

Canara Communication Centre explores digital literacy, AI awareness and lay empowerment while addressing concerns over Church media initiatives.