Udupi

In a strong show of solidarity, thousands gathered at Ajjarkadu Martyrs’ Memorial in Udupi on Monday evening to protest the alleged atrocities and false arrests of Christian sisters in Chhattisgarh.

To protect public faith, truth, and religious values, the Parashurama statue in Bailur must be rebuilt using genuine bronze,” asserted Karkala Congress leader Muniyalu Udayakumar Shetty.

“Theories must be won through argument, not aggression — this is crucial for preserving our society, nation, religion, and truth,” said Karnataka High Court Justice Vedavyasacharya Srishananda.

BJP Backward Classes Front Udupi District President Vijaya Kodavoor has issued a strong statement criticizing District In-charge Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar for her prolonged absence.

In a tragic road accident near the Sangam Junction on National Highway 66, a woman lost her life while her husband sustained serious injuries after a private bus collided with their scooter.

A major tragedy was narrowly averted when a fishing trawl boat carrying seven fishermen capsized near the Kaup lighthouse after being struck by strong waves.

Alevoor Harish Kini has been reappointed as the president of the Udupi District Congress Campaign Committee. The announcement was made through an official order.

A speeding car rammed into an electric pole opposite the Manipal Police Station on Sunday, causing a major power outage in the area.

Deputy Commissioner Swaroopa TK has directed officials of the rural planning department to implement the government’s circular granting exemptions for single-site plan approvals.

A resident of Udupi fell prey to a work-from-home scam after being contacted by an unknown person through the Telegram app, promising easy earnings by rating hotels online.

MCC Bank Ltd inaugurated its 20th branch in Byndoor on August 3, 2025, aiming for ₹10 crore turnover in its first year.

A total of 37 schools from Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts have been selected under the PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) scheme

Renowned Sandalwood actor Vijay Raghavendra paid a visit to the sacred Sri Krishna Mutt in Udupi today, where he offered prayers and sought blessings of the deity.

The revered Ajakai Seva was completed today at the ancient Sri Khadeshwari Brahmasthan in Padubidri, drawing hundreds of devoted followers.

In a targeted crackdown on illegal activities, Brahmavar police arrested six individuals for engaging in gambling inside a lodge room on July 31.

In a swift response to a recent cattle theft, Kundapur police arrested four individuals on August 1 for stealing cattle near Kalavara Junction, Kundapur taluk.

In a concerning revelation, MP Kota Srinivas Poojary expressed dismay that nearly 2,000 government schools close every year across the state. He emphasized that aided schools,

A 54-year-old tractor driver, Sangappa Kirasur, tragically lost his life in a workplace accident while unloading cement blocks in Udupi on Friday.

The Udupi City Police have arrested Mohammad Asif Betageri (28), a resident of Sirsi, in connection with multiple house burglaries reported last month in Kodankur New Colony, Puttur village.

The Udupi City Municipality has issued a directive requiring all commercial establishments—including offices, shops, banks, hotels, and companies.