Udupi

MP Kota Srinivas Poojary directed officials to speed up NH works, improve safety, and address water, telecom and healthcare issues in Udupi.

A bike accident in Udupi escalated into a clash, with assault and gold chain snatching allegations. Police registered case and counter-case.

Indrali Railway Station in Udupi faces criticism over poor parking, safety concerns, and lack of basic facilities despite upgrade plans.

Five youths escaped unhurt after a car crashed into an electric pole near Panjimaru-Kodugudde in Udupi, causing damage and power disruption.

Congress leader Ramesh Kanchan criticised the Centre over a Rs 993 LPG price hike, warning of rising costs for businesses and consumers in Udupi.

A car worth Rs 3 lakh was stolen from outside a house in Udupi’s Shreematha Layout, with police registering a case and launching an investigation.

Five people remain hospitalised after the Trasi-Maravanthe crash that killed three and injured over 40 students on an educational tour.

A money dispute between fishermen turned violent at Malpe harbour in Udupi, leading to injuries and case and counter case by police.

Two outsourced staff were dismissed after unauthorised tree cutting at Udupi DC office premises despite clear administrative instructions.

Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated IIGJ Udupi, highlighting skill development, entrepreneurship and a new LGD programme with IIT Madras.

A major fire near Udupi bus stand destroyed four shops, causing losses of around ₹2.5 crore; short circuit suspected as the cause.

Water is being supplied by vehicle to villages in Udupi district as wells dry up, with residents urging permanent solutions to recurring shortages.

Fire broke out in an old building opposite Udupi bus stand; four fire tenders were deployed to bring the blaze under control.

Police in Udupi seized 13 lorries during a special drive against illegal sand transport and overloading on April 25.

A wild bison trapped in a canal near Kundapur was rescued after a 20-hour operation by forest officials with help from locals and machinery.

A missing lecturer in Udupi was found dead in a well, with police suspecting suicide. Investigation and post-mortem are underway.

Rowdy-sheeter Mohammed Alfaz detained under Goonda Act in Udupi; accused linked to multiple criminal cases and lodged in Shivamogga prison.

Yakshagana scholar Dr K M Raghava Nambiar selected for Parthisubba Award 2025; ceremony to be held in Udupi on May 3.

Bus driver’s daughter Drithi Poojary tops her Udupi school in SSLC exams with 97.92%, inspiring many with her hard work and determination.

Udupi secures second rank in SSLC exams with 98.18% pass; minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar praises students and educators for the achievement.