Udupi

The 37th birth anniversary of the younger Swamiji of Sri Puttige Math, Sushindratirtha Sripada, was marked with devotion and grandeur as a pearl-studded kavacha (armour) was dedicated to Lord Krishna.

State Congress Campaign Committee Vice President Kimmane Ratnakar emphasized the need to actively communicate the ideological foundations of the Congress party to the public.

The 125th annual Bhajana Saptah at Tenkapet Sri Lakshmi Venkatesa Temple witnessed a majestic celebration on its sixth day with elaborate floral decorations and devotional fervor.

As part of the 25th anniversary celebrations of the Stree Shakti Sanghas, a vibrant Attidonji Day program was organized at Garadi Majalu Government Model Higher Primary School.

After months of delay due to continuous monsoon rains, construction on the Indrali railway overbridge in Udupi has finally resumed, bringing renewed hope to commuters and residents.

In a series of online frauds reported in Udupi, three individuals have lost more than ₹10 lakh to cybercriminals who lured them with fake job offers and fraudulent KYC update requests.

A state-wide protest by transport department personnel has severely impacted KSRTC bus operations in Udupi, while Mangaluru services remain unaffected.

In a narrow escape from disaster, seven fishermen were rescued after their fishing boat capsized near the Kaup lighthouse in Udupi district.

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