Mangaluru

Athmika Amin urged young women to dream big and pursue goals relentlessly at the ‘Shakthi’ women empowerment seminar held at Ramakrishna Math, Mangaluru.

Puttur MLA Ashok Kumar Rai said ₹2,259 crore has been sanctioned for his constituency under the Siddaramaiah govt, with major road and health projects planned.

Karnataka has identified 11 beaches across three coastal districts for Blue Flag development, with ₹142.06 crore proposed to boost tourism infrastructure.

Veteran artist B Dayananda is raising funds through students’ charcoal paintings to help Sandpit Bengre Govt school meet basic needs like an inverter.

Mangaluru International Airport recorded its highest-ever international passenger traffic in December, handling 79,065 international travellers and setting new daily records.

Mulki police have invoked KCOCA against three accused after probing an alleged extortion-related attack on a farmer at Angaragudde in Mangaluru district.

The 9th ONGC–MRPL International Kite Festival will be held on January 17–18, 2026, at Blue Bay Beach, Tannirbavi, as part of Karavali Utsava.

Lancy Fernandes, brother of Father Clifford Fernandes, passed away on January 11. His funeral will be held on January 13 at St Anne Church, Kelarai.

Mangaluru CCB police arrested a Ugandan-origin woman and seized 4 kg of MDMA, busting a key drug supply network targeting youths in the city.

Pandeshwar police station ASI Harishchandra Berike, who suffered severe burns while burning dry leaves at home, died after two weeks of treatment.

Farmers in Puttur taluk are facing fresh crop losses as wild bison, along with wild boars, stray into farmlands and damage standing crops.

A special Swacch Mangaluru Abhiyan shramadan was held at Someshwara Beach, focusing entirely on beach cleaning and coastal environmental awareness.

NHAI hopes to complete the delayed Kuloor six-lane bridge before the monsoon but warns that any delay beyond June could push the project back by a year.

Kala Parba at Kadri Park showcased diverse art forms, bringing together professional artists, hobbyists and students as part of Karavali Utsava.

A migrant labourer from Jharkhand was assaulted after being suspected of being a Bangladeshi, prompting police to book four accused for attempt to murder.

A cow suffered a minor injury at a roadside eatery, prompting police to register a suo motu case under animal cruelty laws despite no complaint.

NHAI plans major upgrades of coastal highways in Karnataka, including six-laning and new flyovers to ease congestion and improve safety.

Moodbidri, January 2026: The Army Recruiting Office, Mangaluru, in coordination with the civil administration, will conduct an Agniveer Recruitment Rally at Swaraj Maidana, Moodbidri, Dakshina Kannada, from January 30 to February 10, 2026. The rally is being organised for shortlisted candidates from 11 districts of Karnataka who have qualified in the online Common Entrance Examination (CEE). The recruitment drive forms part of the Agnipath scheme of the Indian Army and is aimed at enrolling eligible youth into various Agniveer categories based on merit and performance. Districts covered under the rally Candidates shortlisted from the following districts of Karnataka are eligible to attend the rally at Moodbidri: Bagalkot Vijayapura Dharwad Uttara Kannada Dakshina Kannada Udupi Davanagere Gadag Haveri Chikkamagaluru Shivamogga Only those applicants who have qualified in the Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE) conducted between June 30 and July 10, 2025, will be permitted to participate in the rally as per the scheduled dates. Categories of Agniveer recruitment The rally will be conducted for enrolment into multiple Agniveer categories, including: Agniveer General Duty (GD) Agniveer Technical Agniveer Clerk / Store Keeper Technical Agniveer Tradesman (10th pass) Agniveer Tradesman (8th pass) The age limits, educational qualifications, physical standards, and other eligibility criteria for each category are as specified in the official rally notification issued by the Army Recruiting Office, Mangaluru, on March 11, 2025. Admit cards and result details The results of the online Common Entrance Exam have already been published on the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in. Admit cards have been issued to shortlisted candidates and can be accessed by logging into individual accounts using registered email IDs on the Join Indian Army portal. Candidates have been advised to carefully check the reporting date, time, and instructions mentioned on their admit cards and ensure compliance with all guidelines during the rally. Warning against touts and intermediaries Army authorities have strongly cautioned candidates not to fall prey to touts or intermediaries promising selection or assistance. Officials reiterated that the recruitment process is completely transparent and selection will be based solely on: Performance in the online CEE Physical and written tests conducted during the recruitment rally Final merit list No agent or middleman can influence the selection process in any manner. Transparent and merit-based selection The Agniveer Recruitment Rally at Moodbidri is expected to witness participation from a large number of eligible youth from across Karnataka. Officials stated that all arrangements are being made to ensure smooth conduct of the rally with proper coordination between the Army and the district administration. Candidates have been advised to report strictly as per the schedule, carry all required original documents, and follow instructions issued by the recruiting authorities. The rally is seen as an important opportunity for young aspirants from coastal and central Karnataka to serve the nation by joining the Indian Army under the Agnipath scheme.

Mandd Sobhann will host the First World Konkani Music Mega Convention at Kalaangann, Mangaluru, in November 2026, aiming for a Guinness World Record with non-stop marathon singing.

The Pilikula Golf Course was inaugurated in Mangaluru, with the foundation stone laid for the Michael D’Souza and Family Golf Academy to promote golfing talent.