Timeline India

Category: Udupi District

  • Kota: Dr. Shivaram Karanth Teacher Award Presented to Outstanding Educators

    Kota: Dr. Shivaram Karanth Teacher Award Presented to Outstanding Educators

    Kota, September 28, 2025 – The prestigious Dr. Shivaram Karanth Teacher Award was conferred on exemplary teachers at a ceremony held at Kota Karanth Theme Park. Organized by Karanth Foundation, Kota Tatthu Gram Panchayat, Udupi Haji Abdullah Saheb Memorial Charitable Trust, and other organizations, the event recognized educators for nurturing student talent.

    Dr. Ashok Kamat, Principal of Udupi Government Education and Teacher Training Institute, who inaugurated the program, stated, “The Dr. Shivaram Karantha Award is highly prestigious. All recipients who have accepted it in his name are praiseworthy. Teachers who identify and encourage student potential enable them to achieve greatness.”

    Ananda C. Kundar, President of Kota Amateshwari Temple Management Committee, presided over the event and said, “Dr. Shivaram Karantha is Kota’s proud son. Presenting the award in his name is a matter of pride for the Karantha Foundation.”

    Syed Siraj Ahammad, Vice-President of Udupi Haji Abdullah Saheb Memorial Charitable Trust, offered felicitations.

    Primary School Category Recipients:

    • Shridhar S. Aithal (Siddapur Government Higher Primary School)
    • Rajeev Shetty M. (Mettinahole Government Higher Primary School)
    • Rekha Prabhakar (Nuligeeri Government Higher Primary School)
    • Sarika (Taggarse Government Higher Primary School)
    • Manjula Jayakar (Heruru Higher Primary School)
    • Shaila Joyce Lewis (Brahmavar SMS English Medium School)
    • Sharada (Gantu Beelu Belve Lower Primary School)
    • Krishna Naik (Kerwashe Main Higher Primary School)
    • Shankar Poojari (Huncha Rubettu Lower Primary School)
    • Kiranram Chillur Badni (Aralikatte Higher Primary Girls School)
    • Usha Hebbar (Kasadi Lower Primary School)
    • Savita Billava (Duddinaguli Byndoor Lower Primary School)

    High School Category Recipients:

    • Krishna Naik K. (Nalkuru Government High School)
    • Arpana Bai K. (Bijadi Sitalakshmi Ramakrishna Hatwar Government High School)
    • Vignesh G.L. (Amasebailu Dual Star English Medium School)
    • Satish G. (Nukuru Government High School)
    • Ramadas B. Naik (Manuru Padukare Government Pre-University College High School Section)
    • Narayan Poojari (Shirllalu Government Pre-University College High School Section)
    • N. Shakuntala Parkala (Manipal Parkala Madhava Kripa School)
    • Surendra Shetty (Kamalashile Brahmi Durgaparameshwari High School)

    Vasu Poojari, Member of Kota Tatthu Gram Panchayat, chaired the program. Sahira Banu, Member of Kota Tatthu Gram Panchayat, and Subraya Acharya, Trustee of Karantha Foundation, were on the dais. Karantha Foundation Secretary Kota Narendra Kumar welcomed the guests. Teacher Satish Vaddarse compered the event. Ravindra Rao, Development Officer of Kota Tatthu Gram Panchayat, proposed a vote of thanks.

  • Udupi: Three Arrested in Murder of AKMS Bus Owner Saifuddin

    Udupi, September 28, 2025 – Malpe police have arrested three individuals in connection with the murder of AKMS bus owner Saifuddin from Atradi.

    The arrested are Mohammed Faisal Khan (27) from Udupi Mission Compound, Mohammed Sharif (37) from Udupi Karambally Janata Colony, and Abdul Shukoor alias Addhu (43) from Surathkal Krishnapur.

    The accused were produced before the Udupi court. The operation was guided by DySP D.T. Prabhu and led by Circle Inspector Ramachandra Naik, with ASI Anil Kumar D. and staff from Malpe Police Station.

    Further details on the motive and investigation are awaited.

  • Puttur: DNA Report Confirms BJP Leader’s Son as Father in Rape and Deception Case

    Puttur, September 27, 2025 – A DNA test report has confirmed that Shri Krishna J. Rao, son of BJP leader P.G. Jagannivas Rao, is the father of the child in a case involving rape and deception of a woman. The report was submitted to the court on Friday and informed to the victim’s family, revealed K.P. Nanjundi, State President of Vishwakarma Mahamandal, during a press conference in Puttur on Saturday.

    Nanjundi stated that injustice has been done to a poor woman from the community. “In ancient times, Sita underwent the Agni Pariksha; today, DNA testing is the ultimate truth. The report is clear and has already been filed in court.”

    He added that the family insists on marriage between Shri Krishna and the victim, saying, “Marriage is best for both. We don’t want court proceedings, but the law will take its course.”

    Leaders from RSS, Bajrang Dal, Sri Ram Sene, and Hindutva figures like Kalladka Prabhakar Bhat, Nalin Kumar Kateel, and BJP district president should ensure justice for the community’s victim, Nanjundi urged.

    The press meet was attended by the victim, her mother Namita Acharya, and union leaders.

  • Udupi: AKMS Bus Owner Saifuddin Murdered in Kodavoor; Assailants Flee

    Udupi, September 25, 2025 – Saifuddin, a rowdy sheeter and owner of AKMS buses from Atradi, was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Kodavoor, Malpe, early this morning. The attackers fled the scene after the murder.

    Preliminary investigations have revealed that Saifuddin, owner of AKMS buses, was killed by three assailants using lethal weapons at his residence in Kodavoor Salmara, said Udupi District SP Hariram Shankar while addressing the media after visiting the crime scene.

    The attack was carried out by three individuals employed as drivers in Saifuddin’s bus company. Saifuddin had 18 cases registered against him at Udupi and Malpe police stations, where he was listed as a rowdy sheeter and a direct accused in two murder cases.

    The crime occurred between 10 and 11 AM on Wednesday, with the three assailants attacking simultaneously using knives and swords, inflicting multiple stab wounds on the victim’s body.

    The exact motive and details of the accused are yet to be established through further investigation. A case has been registered, and police are probing the circumstances of the murder.

  • Udupi: Accused Attempts Suicide by Consuming Harpic in Women’s Police Station

    Udupi, September 27, 2025 – An accused individual, Rakshit Shetty (22), attempted suicide by consuming Harpic in the washroom of Udupi City Women’s Police Station, in an apparent bid to evade trial.

    Rakshit, the second accused in a case, was taken into police custody from the Additional District and Sessions Court FTSC-1, Udupi. While in custody, he requested to use the washroom. Seizing the opportunity, he drank Harpic available there to avoid further investigation. Police immediately rushed him for medical treatment, and he is under care.

    A case has been registered at Udupi City Women’s Police Station regarding the incident.

  • Kota: Gangolli Police ASI Injured in Bike Collision with Wild Bear on Highway

    Kota, September 25, 2025 – Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Basavaraj P.M. from Gangolli Police Station was injured when a wild bear collided with his bike near Manor in Kota on Tuesday morning, leading to a fall. The incident escalated when a speeding tipper truck from Kundapur ran over the bike and fled the scene.

    Basavaraj was returning home from patrol duty when the bear suddenly appeared, causing the accident. He sustained injuries and was rushed to the hospital for treatment.

    A case has been registered at Kota Police Station.

  • Karkala: Congress Files Complaint Against BJP IT Cell’s Prakhyat BJ for Defamatory Posts Against CM Siddaramaiah

    Udupi, September 24, 2025 – Karkala City Police Station has registered a case against Prakhyat B.J., a prominent BJP IT cell member from Idu village in Karkala taluk, for allegedly spreading defamatory messages about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Kateelu Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple on social media.

    In the complaint, Karkala Congress General Secretary Manjunath Jogi accused Prakhyat B.J. of using WhatsApp, Facebook, and other platforms to falsely claim that the government’s price hikes have affected temple services, employing derogatory language to disrupt social harmony. Jogi noted that Prakhyat has repeatedly targeted Congress leaders at national and state levels with insults, with previous complaints already filed against him.

    Jogi urged immediate interrogation and legal action.

  • Udupi: Applications Invited for Guest Teacher Posts

    Udupi, September 24, 2025 – The Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) has invited applications from eligible candidates for guest teacher positions at the newly established Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Residential School (English Medium) in Ajekar, Karkala taluk, for the current academic year.

    Qualified applicants for Kannada, English, and Hindi subjects must hold a B.A. B.Ed. degree, while Mathematics teachers require a B.Sc. B.Ed. Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2025.

    For more details, contact Morarji Desai Residential School, Miyyaru, at 7892963482, as per the announcement from the Social Welfare Department’s Deputy Director.

  • Byndoor: Unknown Man Succumbs to Injuries After Hit-and-Run on NH-66

    Byndoor, September 24, 2025 – An unidentified vehicle struck and fled after hitting an unknown man on National Highway 66 near Bharat Petrol Pump in Yadtare village on the night of September 23, leading to the victim’s death the following morning despite medical efforts.

    The vehicle, traveling from Uppunda towards Byndoor, rammed into the 30-35-year-old pedestrian who was walking on the road. The victim sustained severe injuries and was rushed to the hospital, where he succumbed on September 24 morning.

    A case has been registered at Byndoor Police Station.

  • Delhi: Kundapur’s Nishali Kundar Crowned Miss India – Pride of India 2025 in Delhi

    Delhi, September 23, 2025 – Nishali Kundar from Kundapur has won the prestigious Miss India – Pride of India 2025 title, organized by the renowned DK Pageant in Delhi. Competing against 44 state-level finalists, Nishali’s victory has brought pride and joy to Karnataka.

    Nishali, daughter of Umesh Kundar, Managing Director of Srinidhi Corporation (state awardee), and Janaki, has been preparing for six months. In the talent round, she captivated the audience with a Yakshagana performance, showcasing Karnataka’s cultural heritage.

    Nazmi Sayeed and Dr. Jimmy Garima Kumari crowned Nishali. The grand jury—Margaret Chorei, Nazmi Sayeed, Sonal Gosalia, and Manisha Subba—praised her talent from the dais.

    Pursuing MA Journalism at St. Aloysius College, Mangaluru, Nishali shared, “This journey from Barekatte in Kundapur to Delhi is a dream come true.”