Mangaluru

Health officials have intensified surveillance in parts of Mangaluru after 19 Hepatitis A and E cases were reported over the past two weeks.

The National Lok Adalat in Bantwal settled cases worth over Rs 4.49 crore, while a couple also reconciled and resumed their married life through mediation.

Sullia police have registered a case under the POCSO Act following a complaint by a school headmaster. Investigation into the matter is underway.

Kadaba police have registered two counter cases after a marriage-related dispute allegedly led to an assault near College Road junction on July 10.

Wenlock Hospital has sought 50 additional ICU beds as rising patient inflow from neighbouring districts and Kerala strains critical care facilities.

ONGC has approved in principle the expansion of Mangaluru’s strategic petroleum reserve with a 17.5 lakh MT capacity, boosting India’s energy security.

Police have widened the probe after arresting eight Bangladeshi nationals in Mukka, investigating forged Aadhaar cards, illegal entry and possible immigration networks.

Residents have raised safety concerns over the temporary bus shelter at Thokottu, urging authorities to build a permanent structure before the monsoon worsens.

Tulu film Gajanana Cricketers (Jantottu Since 1983) has completed a successful 50-day theatrical run after its May 22 release, marking a milestone.

Puttur Town police arrested a robbery accused who had been absconding since 2021 and against whom 41 arrest warrants had been issued.

Surathkal police arrested eight Bangladeshi nationals allegedly staying illegally in India and working at a construction site in Mukka, Mangaluru.

Novara Grace Center for Child Development and Family Welfare has opened in Valencia, Mangaluru, offering family-centred therapy for children with neurodevelopmental conditions.

A bus, car and pickup vehicle collided near Bhandaribettu in Bantwal after motorists slowed to give way to an ambulance. No fatalities were reported.

A private bus conductor has been arrested by Mangaluru South police for allegedly sexually harassing college students on a Mangaluru–Vittal route bus.

IMD has issued heavy rainfall warnings for Dakshina Kannada and several Karnataka districts, forecasting thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds.

Suratkal police have identified six Bangladeshi nationals working at a construction site and forwarded a report to the FRRO for further action.

Mangaluru is set to receive 100 electric buses under the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme, with charging infrastructure and depot development work now underway.

Dakshina Kannada has reported a gradual rise in jaundice and dengue cases, with health officials urging residents to follow preventive measures during the monsoon.

Puttur Town Police have registered cases against seven web portals and social media handles for allegedly spreading communal content after the Purusharakatte incident.

The Karnataka High Court has quashed the FIR against BJP MLA Vedavyas Kamath and others in an alleged assault case linked to a religious programme in Mangaluru.