Udupi

A 66-year-old woman from Udupi allegedly lost ₹65 lakh after cyber fraudsters posing as Mumbai Police threatened her in a fake money laundering case.

The rollout of E20 petrol has drawn mixed reactions in Udupi, with motorists and mechanics expressing concerns over its impact on older vehicles.

Five goats, including two kids, were allegedly killed after stray dogs entered a goat shed at Katapady, prompting residents to seek urgent action.

Udupi Police have externed a habitual matka gambling accused to Chikkamagaluru after reviewing his repeated involvement in illegal gambling cases.

A retired bank employee from Udupi lost Rs 22 lakh after cyber fraudsters posing as CBI, ED and cyber crime officials convinced him to transfer money.

Coastal Security Police have directed all water sports and boating operators to obtain or renew licences, warning of strict legal action against violators.

Karkala Town Police raided an alleged cockfighting gambling event in Sanur village, seizing five roosters, cash and other materials.

A new lift at Udupi’s Indrali railway station has been inaugurated, while MP Kota Srinivas Poojary renewed his demand to merge Konkan Railway with Indian Railways.

Kundapur Rural Police arrested two persons for allegedly abusing a Village Administrative Officer with casteist remarks and obstructing official duties.

The Forest Department has temporarily closed Kudlu Falls in Udupi district during the monsoon due to slippery terrain and rising water levels.

Udupi’s Spoorthi Shetty has secured a wildcard entry into Miss Universe India 2026 and will compete for the national title beginning July 19.

Udupi Sri Krishna Mutt expressed deep regret over alleged remarks on Adi Shankaracharya during a Harikatha programme and directed the organisers to issue a public apology.

Udupi district has identified 146 villages vulnerable to drinking water scarcity and is preparing alternative water supply arrangements through private wells and tankers.

PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi inspected Agumbe Ghat Road and reviewed plans for widening, landslide mitigation and long-term infrastructure improvements.

A 67-year-old man has alleged that his wife and children abandoned him near Indrali Railway Station in Udupi. Manipal Police have registered a case.

A 25-year-old youth was detained after allegedly placing a TV, table and sound system on NH-66 near Kota, disrupting traffic and later confronting police.

Experts, public representatives and officials discussed tourism, connectivity, infrastructure and employment at the Udupi Vision 20-30-35 brainstorming session.

Udupi has digitised 4,756 ancient manuscripts as part of Karnataka’s heritage preservation drive, with officials urging public participation.

Health Minister U T Khader reviewed Udupi government hospitals and announced Rs 28 crore to strengthen healthcare services and staffing.

A car veered off NH-169A and crashed into a drinking water treatment plant in Manipal, injuring its occupants and renewing safety concerns.