Mangaluru

Dakshina Kannada MP Brijesh Chowta urges farmers to adopt coffee alongside arecanut to overcome yellow leaf disease impact and ensure economic stability.

Kudroli Sri Gokarnanatha Temple will celebrate Mangaluru Dasara from Sept 22 to Oct 2 with rituals, cultural events, and competitions.

NITK Surathkal has built a 30-million-litre rainwater harvesting reservoir to tackle water shortages and ensure sustainable campus supply.

CISF launches its first all-women commando unit, training women for QRT and STF roles at high-security facilities.

Father Muller celebrated National Library Day with a grand quiz, insightful addresses, and a reaffirmation of libraries’ enduring role in learning.

SJEC-AICTE IDEA Lab held a three-day IoT workshop for St Agnes MCA students, combining theory with hands-on training for real-world applications.

DYFI leads road blockade in Baikampady Industrial Area, demanding pothole repairs and warning of stronger agitation if action is delayed.

Eight-year-old Rushabh Rao from Mangaluru wins first place at Vietnam’s international fashion show and receives Super Talent Award.

MP Brijesh Chowta reiterates BJP’s stance on Dharmasthala case, calls for fair SIT probe, and clarifies his spiritual guidance.

Two wild elephants were seen bathing in Netravati river near Bantwal, prompting swift action from forest officials to ensure safety and prevent crop damage.

SWR introduces extra special trains between Yeshwanthpur, Mangaluru and Hubballi to manage Vinayaka Chaturthi rush and ensure smooth passenger travel.

Mangalore University and ZSI document 817 faunal species, including rare Mountain Skink, on the 350-acre Mangalagangothri campus for the first time.

Tulu film ‘Doctra Bhatra?’ was launched at Kadri Shri Manjunatha Temple, promising comedy with a cultural twist under director Vijay Kumar Kodialbail.

Srinivas University students developed ‘Sri Viman’, a human-carrying drone capable of travelling 15 km, set to aid disaster relief and emergency services.

Mangaluru POCSO court sentenced a man to 20 years RI and ₹55,000 fine for abducting a minor girl. Court also awarded compensation of ₹3.4 lakh.

A 23-year-old youth drowned at Sasihithlu Mooda beach near Surathkal, while three others were rescued by fishermen; police have registered a case.

Sullia police seized four lorries transporting laterite stones illegally, worth ₹43,750, and registered a case under multiple legal provisions.

KRS Party leaders visit Sowjanya’s family in Dharmasthala, demanding a reinvestigation, special police force, and fast-track courts for justice.

Dalit activists in Mangaluru criticise the DCRE for failing to act on atrocity cases, demanding accountability and warning of protests if grievances persist.

A Kannur woman lost nearly ₹4 lakh in cyber fraud after her mobile phone was stolen during a train journey; Mangaluru South police are investigating.