Mangaluru

Assembly Speaker U T Khader said he will hold discussions to ensure the early opening of the completed Mahakalipadpu railway underbridge.

Nearly ₹140 crore lies unclaimed in inactive bank accounts in Dakshina Kannada, prompting MP Brijesh Chowta to urge banks to boost customer awareness.

Mangaluru North MLA Dr Bharath Shetty criticised the State government’s anti–hate speech Bill, alleging it threatens free speech and targets Opposition voices.

The ninth floodlit Mangaluru Kambala will be held on December 27, featuring cultural programmes, competitions and races with 160–170 buffalo pairs.

Mangaluru City Corporation has formed three zonal teams to intensify action against illegal flexes and banners, aiming to curb public inconvenience and enforce rules.

A sessions court acquitted a woman accused of killing her husband, ruling she was suffering from delusional disorder and not criminally liable.

BJP secured decisive victories in Kinnigoli and Bajpe Town Panchayat polls, winning majorities in both local bodies and strengthening its grassroots presence.

Bajpe police arrested eight persons in three cases of cattle theft and illegal transportation, seizing vehicles used in the offences.

MLA D. Vedavyasa Kamath alleged that MCC administration has collapsed, citing poor waste management, political bias and lack of funds for infrastructure.

VHP and Bajrang Dal activists protested near Mini Vidhana Soudha, condemning alleged attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh and demanding action against cattle smuggling.

A former lecturer was cheated of Rs 85.68 lakh after being lured into a fake online share market scheme promoted through Instagram and WhatsApp groups.

Christmas shopping has picked up pace as families throng markets for stars, cribs and decorations, filling streets with festive cheer.

Vitla police arrested a constable and a passport applicant after uncovering an alleged forgery that enabled a suspect to obtain police clearance using fake records.

DGP Alok Kumar inspected Mangaluru prison, stressing security, AI surveillance trials, inmate management reforms and faster work on shifting the prison.

A two-wheeler rider was critically injured after an unidentified vehicle hit his scooter and fled at Ramalkatte, prompting a police investigation.

Members of Sri Kshetra Samrakshana Samiti staged a protest over non-Hindu leaders being named in the invitation card for Kukke temple’s Kiru Shashti festival.

Uppinangady police arrested a 22-year-old youth and recovered a stolen ambulance taken from near Gundya check post and driven up to Hassan.

The Academic Council of Mangalore University approved the self-closure of 22 private degree colleges while assuring full academic support for existing students.

Ullal police arrested a 22-year-old youth near Talapady for allegedly selling MDMA crystals, seizing drugs worth Rs 55,000 while two accomplices fled.

NMPA launched the 2025–26 cruise season as MS Seven Seas Navigator arrived at Mangaluru with 450 passengers, showcasing culture, tourism and port facilities.