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Category: Udupi District

  • Udupi: Three Arrested for Obstructing Police Duty and Colliding with Vehicle

    Udupi, August 21, 2025: The Karkala Rural Police arrested three individuals—Srujan L., Hitesh Shetty, and Sahan, all residents of Ujire—for allegedly obstructing police duty and colliding with a police vehicle during the escort of activist Mahesh Shetty Timarodi to Brahmavar Police Station. The incident occurred in connection with a case registered at Brahmavar (Crime No. 177/2025) involving hate speech allegations against Timarodi for derogatory remarks against BJP National General Secretary B.L. Santosh.

    While transporting Timarodi from Ujire to Brahmavar, his supporters followed the police convoy in their vehicles, ignoring repeated warnings not to interfere. Near Hosmar, within the Karkala Rural Police Station limits, the accused allegedly rammed their car (KA70 M3048) into the official vehicle of the Udupi District Additional Superintendent of Police (KA20 G0669), attempting to halt the convoy. A case was registered under Sections 132, 121(1), 281, and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, along with Section 3 of the Karnataka Prevention of Dangerous Activities Act.

    The arrested individuals were produced before the court, which remanded them to judicial custody. The police also seized the white Swift car used in the incident. The investigation is ongoing to ensure law and order, amid heightened tensions in the region due to Timarodi’s legal issues.

  • District Police Complaints Authority Member Post: Applications invited

    Udupi, August 21, 2025 – The Udupi District Administration has announced an invitation for applications from interested candidates in civil society to serve as a member of the District Police Complaints Authority. The role involves addressing grievances related to police services, and candidates are required to submit their bio-data along with a consent letter.

    The deadline for submitting applications is September 4, 2025. Application forms and further details can be obtained from the Administrative Section of the District Collector’s Office, Rajatadri, Manipal, Udupi. For inquiries, candidates can contact 0820-2574925, as stated in a press release from the District Collector’s office.

  • Udupi: National Tuberculosis Elimination Program Intensifies Efforts

    Udupi, August 21, 2025: The National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP), implemented under the National Health Mission (NHM), is intensifying efforts in Udupi to combat tuberculosis (TB) through early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. The program targets undiagnosed cases, reduces TB-related deaths, and prevents new infections by mapping vulnerable populations, conducting chest X-rays, and using Nucleic Acid Amplification Testing (NAAT) for suspected cases. Treatment is initiated promptly, with specialized care for high-risk cases and preventive therapy for household contacts and eligible groups.

    Free diagnostic and treatment services are available at public health facilities and designated private centers, with TB services decentralized to Ayushman Arogya Mandir (AAM) for comprehensive primary care. Community engagement is prioritized through awareness campaigns, involving schools, Panchayat Raj institutions, self-help groups, anganwadis, NGOs, and civil society organizations. Under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, 176 Nikshay Mitras in Udupi have supported 956 TB patients with nutritional kits in 2024-25. Additionally, patients receive ₹6,000 via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) until treatment completion, as per a release from the District TB Elimination Officer’s office.

  • Udupi: Prohibitory Orders Imposed Within 500 Meters of Brahmavar Police Station Until August 22

    Udupi, August 21, 2025: In response to the detention of activist Mahesh Shetty Timarodi in connection with a hate speech case (Crime No. 177/2025) at Brahmavar Police Station, the Udupi District Magistrate has issued prohibitory orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023. The orders, effective from 1:00 PM on August 21 to 1:00 PM on August 22, 2025, cover a 500-meter radius around the Brahmavar Police Station to prevent untoward incidents and maintain public order.

    The decision follows the arrest of Timarodi, a Soujanya case activist, from his residence in Ujire on August 21, after he failed to comply with a notice to appear for questioning. His detention sparked tensions as supporters gathered outside his home, necessitating preemptive measures to ensure law and order in Brahmavar.

    The prohibitory orders include the following restrictions:

    • Gatherings of more than five people are prohibited.
    • Carrying or brandishing weapons such as firearms, knives, sticks, or any objects that could cause harm is banned.
    • Possession, storage, or transportation of stones, corrosive substances, explosives, or flammable materials is prohibited.
    • Throwing stones or objects that can be used as projectiles is restricted.
    • Displaying or burning effigies, human remains, or their representations is banned.
    • Use of loudspeakers is prohibited.
    • Public sloganeering, singing provocative songs, playing instruments, delivering speeches, or engaging in acts that could offend public decency or morality is restricted.
    • Displaying inflammatory songs, images, symbols, or writings that could disrupt public peace or law and order is prohibited.
    • Police are authorized to seize prohibited items, and violators will face legal action, with confiscated items forfeited to the government.
    • No public meetings are allowed during this period.

    These restrictions do not apply to on-duty police officers. The orders aim to prevent any disturbances in Udupi district, which has seen heightened tensions due to recent events, including Timarodi’s legal battles and public protests.

  • Udupi: Two-Day Beekeeping Training Program for Farmers in Udupi, Kapu, and Brahmavar Taluks

    Udupi, August 21, 2025 – The Udupi Zilla Panchayat, under its 2025-26 Beekeeping Scheme, has announced a two-day training program to encourage apiculture among farmers in Udupi, Kapu, and Brahmavar taluks. The initiative aims to provide technical knowledge and support to enhance beekeeping as a sustainable agricultural practice, contributing to both economic growth and environmental conservation.

    Interested farmers are required to register their names by August 25, 2025. For further details and registration, they can contact the Horticulture Department at mobile numbers 8095991105 and 9008284192, as stated in a press release from the Senior Assistant Director of Horticulture’s office.

    This program aligns with similar efforts across Karnataka, such as beekeeping training initiatives in districts like Mysuru and Chamarajanagar, which have promoted apiculture to boost farmers’ income and support pollination for better crop yields.

  • Belthangady: Udupi Police Detain Mahesh Shetty Timarodi for Questioning in Hate Speech Case

    Belthangady, August 21, 2025 – Mahesh Shetty Timarodi, a prominent activist advocating for justice in the Soujanya case, was taken into custody by Brahmavar police from Udupi for questioning in a hate speech case on Thursday morning. The case stems from allegations that Timarodi made derogatory remarks against BJP National Organizing Secretary B.L. Santosh, leading to a complaint filed at Brahmavar Police Station under Sections 352 and 353(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for statements conducive to public mischief.

    On Wednesday, August 20, 2025, police issued a notice for Timarodi to appear for questioning, which he did not comply with. Consequently, Brahmavar police arrived at his residence in Ujire, Timarodi, on Thursday morning to detain him. The situation escalated as a group of Timarodi’s supporters gathered outside his home, creating a tense atmosphere. Following discussions with Timarodi’s lawyers, who assured that he would voluntarily appear at the station, he was allowed to travel in a private car accompanied by police. Fellow Soujanya case activists Girish Mattannavar and Jayanth T. also accompanied him to the Brahmavar Police Station.

    This development follows multiple legal actions against Timarodi, including a Karnataka High Court order on January 20, 2025, restraining him from making defamatory statements against Dharmasthala, its Dharmadhikari Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade, and related institutions. The court had warned of strict legal action for non-compliance, citing Timarodi’s alleged defamatory campaign and contempt of court despite a prior unconditional apology. Additionally, Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara confirmed that multiple cases have been filed against Timarodi, with instructions issued for swift legal action.

    The incident has sparked significant attention, with supporters rallying around Timarodi, while authorities emphasize the need to address hate speech and maintain public order.

  • Byndoor: Passenger Drugged with Chocolate, Robbed of ₹4.86 Lakh Worth of Gold and Cash on Train

    Byndoor, August 20, 2025: A theft incident involving a passenger drugged with a laced chocolate was reported at Byndoor Police Station in Udupi district. The complainant, Harish from Bantwal, was traveling by train from Karwar to Mangaluru on August 10, 2025, when an unidentified man, approximately 35 years old, boarded at Bhatkal. After introducing himself, the stranger offered Harish a chocolate, which caused him to fall asleep. Upon waking the next morning, Harish discovered that valuables worth ₹4.86 lakh were missing.

    The stolen items include a 28-gram gold chain valued at ₹2,35,000, an 8-gram gold ring worth ₹70,000, a Fast Track watch priced at ₹3,500, a OnePlus mobile phone (SIM: 96866*****) valued at ₹28,000, ₹5,000 cash from his shirt pocket, and ₹1,45,000 cash from his bag, totaling ₹4,86,500. Harish filed a complaint detailing the theft, and the Byndoor police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for theft and cheating. The investigation is ongoing to identify and apprehend the suspect.

  • Kaup: Vinay Kumar Sorake Launches “Stop Vote Chori” Sticker Campaign

    Kaup, August 18, 2025 – Former minister and Congress leader Vinay Kumar Sorake launched the nationwide “Stop Vote Chori” sticker campaign at Rajiv Bhavan in Kaup, Udupi district, following directives from the All India Congress Committee (AICC) and National Youth Congress. The initiative seeks to alert voters to alleged manipulations of the democratic process by the central government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

    Addressing the gathering, Sorake accused the central government of weakening constitutional mechanisms and misusing the Election Commission to secure electoral victories through illicit means. He emphasized that the Indian Constitution, crafted by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, grants equal voting rights to all citizens, from the President to the poorest individual. However, he claimed the Modi government is exploiting the Election Commission to suppress these rights. Sorake referenced Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s research, which highlighted a discrepancy of 41 lakh votes between parliamentary and assembly elections, citing a speech by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Solapur calling for the inclusion of “fake votes.” He alleged that the Election Commission has unfairly targeted Gandhi for exposing these issues.

    The sticker campaign, led by the Karnataka Youth Congress, aims to educate the public about these alleged injustices and protect constitutional voting rights. Sorake urged citizens to safeguard their democratic privileges and resist attempts to undermine the electoral process.

    The event was attended by key Congress leaders, including Kapu Block Congress (South) President V. Sukumar, Kapu Constituency Congress President Mohammad Niyaz, and prominent figures such as Ganesh Kotyana, Shekhar Hejamadi, Sukumar, Naveen N. Shetty, Sanawar Sheikh, Prabhakar Acharya, Melvin D’Souza, Devaraj Kapu, Uday Sanil, Sunil Bangera, Reena D’Souza Hejamadi, Sudhir Karkera, Akhilesh Kotyana, and Yusi Shekabba.

  • Udupi MP Kota Srinivas Poojary Urges ED Probe into Alleged Foreign Funding for “Muslim YouTuber” in Dharmasthala Temple Conspiracy

    Udupi, August 19, 2025: Kota Srinivas Poojary, Member of Parliament from Udupi-Chikmagalur, has formally requested Union Home Minister Amit Shah to initiate an Enforcement Directorate (ED) investigation into alleged foreign funding received by a “Muslim YouTuber” and associates attempting to tarnish the reputation of the Dharmasthala Manjunatha Swamy Temple in Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka. In a letter dated August 19, 2025, Poojary expressed concerns over a conspiracy targeting the revered 800-year-old Hindu temple, which he claims is being fueled by external financial support.

    Poojary’s letter points to statements by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who acknowledged a conspiracy against the temple, and Dakshina Kannada’s district in-charge minister, Dinesh Gundu Rao, who noted that a Special Investigation Team (SIT) was formed under pressure from Left-wing groups to probe allegations of mass burials based on an anonymous complainant’s claims. He criticized the Karnataka government, led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, for endorsing the SIT probe, which has led to excavations near sacred sites like the Bahubali statue, causing distress among devotees.

    The MP highlighted reports suggesting that a Muslim YouTuber and associates, allegedly receiving foreign funds, are orchestrating a campaign to defame the temple. Additionally, he alleged that a Tamil Nadu politician is pressuring the Congress high command to undermine Hindu faith in Karnataka. Poojary urged the ED to probe these financial links to uncover the truth and protect the temple’s sanctity, emphasizing the need to maintain communal harmony in the region.

    This request follows widespread public and political reactions, including protests by the BJP and Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), who have also called for investigations into the alleged conspiracy. The issue has sparked debates in the Karnataka Assembly, with demands for a transparent probe to safeguard the temple’s reputation.

    Udupi MP Kota Srinivasa Poojary Urges ED Probe into Alleged Foreign Funding for “Muslim YouTuber” in Dharmasthala Temple Conspiracy

  • Bengaluru: Two More Arrested from Udupi in Actress Ramya Obscene Comment Case, Total Reaches Nine

    Bengaluru, August 19, 2025: The Bengaluru Central Crime Branch (CCB) police have arrested two additional suspects, identified as Sujan and Adarsh from Udupi, in a case involving obscene comments and messages sent to actress and former MP Ramya (Divya Spandana). This brings the total number of arrests in the case to nine. Previously, on August 4, 2025, two others, Bhuvan Gowda and Rajesh, were apprehended, and seven others were arrested from various locations, including Kolar, Chikkamagaluru, and Bengaluru.

    The accused are reportedly fans of actor Darshan Thoogudeepa, who is implicated in the Renuka Swamy murder case. The harassment stemmed from a social media post by Ramya advocating justice for Renuka Swamy’s family, which provoked outrage among Darshan’s supporters. In response, several individuals sent abusive and obscene messages to Ramya on platforms like Instagram.

    On July 28, 2025, Ramya personally lodged a complaint with Bengaluru City Police Commissioner Seemant Kumar Singh and the Cyber Crime Police, citing harassment from over 40 social media accounts. The case was transferred to the CCB, which formed six teams to track down the perpetrators. The accused face charges under the Information Technology Act and sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including criminal intimidation, attempt to breach peace, sexual harassment, and insulting a woman’s modesty.

    The investigation revealed that the accused used fake accounts, some of which were deleted after Ramya’s complaint, but the police traced them through IP addresses. The CCB continues its probe to identify and apprehend remaining suspects, with 43 accounts initially reported and five more added later. Ramya’s stance against online abuse has garnered support from prominent figures and fans, with calls for stricter measures against cybercrime.

    Two More Arrested from Udupi in Actress Ramya Obscene Comment Case