Mangaluru

BJP MLA Bharath Shetty criticised Congress for protesting over NREGA, alleging past scams and opposing stricter reforms.

Wanted Naxal Jayanna was produced before a local court under tight security in connection with a 2012 pamphlet case.

Yenepoya Medical College Hospital performs Mangaluru’s first tele-robotic surgery, marking a milestone in advanced care.

MCC Bank held a leadership and communication session in Mangaluru to strengthen management skills and customer engagement.

St Aloysius and Sierra launch industry-integrated UG programmes with full-year paid internships from 2026.

A mysterious object exploded during children’s play in Belthangadi, injuring a boy and sparking a police investigation into its source.

MS Island Sky, carrying 95 passengers, docked at New Mangalore Port, marking the second cruise call of the season.

KERC will publish draft amendments to electricity supply norms within a month, as allegations over Mescom procurement and service issues surface.

Montepadavu landslide survivor Ashwini, who lost both legs, sought justice and adequate compensation before the State Human Rights Commission.

CCB police arrested absconding rowdy-sheeter Safwan Hussain, wanted in 21 cases including murder and robbery, after nine years on the run.

A 22-year-old youth from Kumbla was found dead in a rented apartment near Kadri Shivabhag, with police suspecting suicide.

BJP Mangaluru South staged a foot march backing the VB-G RAM G Act and demanding corruption-free governance, targeting Congress over opposition.

Yenepoya University documented 58 bird species during its Campus Bird Count 2026, promoting biodiversity awareness and citizen science.

Scattered heavy rain hit several rural pockets of Puttur taluk, bringing relief from heat, with more showers likely in cloudy night conditions.

Namma Saras Mela 2026 will feature SHG products from 15 states with 120 stalls and food courts, offering crafts, textiles and foods from Feb 20–28.

Mangaluru International Airport inaugurated a new Police Outpost to strengthen landside security and rapid response coordination.

CPM opposes annual 3% SAS property tax hike by city corporation, calling it anti-people and warning of protests if not rolled back.

Action has begun in the Chikkamagaluru stone-pelting case, says Home Minister Parameshwara; police to book case under PCR Act.

Two medical students were injured after their scooter crashed into an electric pole near Kinya, snapping it on impact; no police complaint yet.

District prison will shift to the outskirts after compound wall completion, with ₹120 crore planned and police housing extended till 2030.