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Category: Udupi District

  • Milagres College, Kallianpur Celebrates National Librarian’s Day with Focus on Reading

    Udupi, August 12, 2025: Milagres College, Kallianpur, celebrated National Librarian’s Day on Tuesday, organized by its Library and Information Center and NSS Units at the Audio Visual Hall. The event, attended by students and faculty, featured Retired Professor of History, Prof. Dr. Jayaram Shettigar, as the chief guest, with Ms. Thanisha, a second-year B.Com student, delivering the welcome address.

    Milagres College, Kallianpur Celebrates National Librarian’s Day with Focus on Reading

    Prof. Shettigar emphasized the transformative power of books, citing the inspiring example of a 12-year-old girl who established a library in a cancer hospital. He urged students to carry books instead of mobile phones, sharing personal anecdotes about how reading shaped his personality and worldview.

    Milagres College, Kallianpur Celebrates National Librarian’s Day with Focus on Reading

    In his presidential address, Principal Dr. Vincent Alva reflected on the shift in student habits, recalling his college days when handwritten notes and reference books were essential for exam preparation. He contrasted this with the current reliance on AI tools like ChatGPT and expressed concern over declining library visits due to mobile phone usage. Dr. Alva encouraged students to frequent the library to engage with books and newspapers for holistic development.

    The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Mr. Asthik, a second-year B.Com student, who also served as the anchor. The event highlighted the enduring importance of libraries and reading in fostering personal growth and intellectual development.

    Milagres College, Kallianpur Celebrates National Librarian’s Day with Focus on Reading

  • Udupi: Man Brutally Killed by Friends Over Viral WhatsApp Audio; Three Arrested

    Udupi, August 13, 2025: A shocking murder took place in Puttur village, Subramanya Nagar, 9th Cross Road, Udupi taluk, on the night of August 12, 2025, at approximately 11:30 PM, when three individuals allegedly broke into a man’s home and killed him over a viral WhatsApp audio.

    The victim, identified as Vinay Devadiga, a 40-year-old painter and local resident, was attacked in his residence. According to police reports, Vinay had returned home around 6 PM after attending to personal work in Udupi and was resting in his room. The accused, identified as Ajit (28) and Akshendra (34) from Gandhinagar, Brahmavar, and Pradeep Acharya from Benagal, Brahmavar, forcibly entered the house and searched for Vinay. The trio attempted to seize Vinay’s mobile phone, and when he resisted, Ajit restrained him while Akshendra and Pradeep attacked him with a machete and knife, resulting in his death. The perpetrators then fled the scene on a scooter.

    Preliminary investigations suggest the motive was linked to a WhatsApp audio clip, in which Akshendra was insulted by an individual named Jeevan. Vinay had reportedly shared this audio, causing it to go viral, which allegedly provoked the accused to commit the crime.

    The Udupi Town Police have arrested the three suspects and are conducting further investigations. A case has been registered at the Udupi Town Police Station.

  • Manipal: KMC Hospitals Announce Holiday Closure on August 15-17

    Manipal, August 12, 2025 – Kasturba Hospital in Manipal, Dr. T.M.A. Pai Hospital in Udupi, and Dr. T.M.A. Pai Rotary Hospital in Karkala have announced closures on August 15, 2025 (Independence Day), August 16, 2025 (third Saturday of the month), and August 17, 2025 (Sunday), in line with national and institutional monthly holidays.

    Emergency and accident services will continue to operate 24/7 as usual. The hospital administration has requested the public to plan non-emergency visits accordingly and extended wishes for a safe and meaningful Independence Day celebration.

  • Byndoor: Nagoor man Loses ₹10.15 Lakh in Online Share Trading Scam

    yndoor, August 12, 2025 – A resident of Nagoor in Kirimanjeshwara, Altaf Husen (42), fell victim to an online share trading scam, losing ₹10.15 lakh, according to a complaint filed at Byndoor police station. The case was registered under sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act and sections 318(2) and 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) as Crime No. 148/2025.

    On July 5, 2025, at around 10 AM, Altaf clicked a link on his Facebook account that added him to a WhatsApp group named ‘Next ***** Technology.’ In the group, a woman named Parinithi Jain (mobile: 94152*****) claimed to represent Next ******** Technology Pvt Ltd and provided share market information. Another member, Anup Tiwari (mobile: 82805*****), shared daily stock updates. On July 10, Parinithi sent Altaf a link to ‘sto***.ux***.com,’ along with login credentials to register an account.

    Trusting the company, Altaf transferred a total of ₹10.15 lakh via PhonePe and UPI to various bank accounts provided by the accused for purchasing shares and IPOs. On August 5, the website displayed his investment and profits totaling ₹75.42 lakh. However, when he attempted to withdraw the amount, his account was blocked. Parinithi informed him that a 20% commission was required, but even after requesting the remaining amount post-commission, the accused refused to comply.

    Suspecting foul play, Altaf visited the supposed company address in Bengaluru, only to discover no such company existed. Realizing he had been scammed, he filed a complaint with the Byndoor police.

    This incident highlights the growing threat of online share trading frauds, with scammers using social media and fake websites to exploit victims. Police are investigating, and the public is urged to verify the legitimacy of investment platforms before transferring funds.

  • Udupi District Police Launch Cybercrime Awareness Campaign

    Udupi, August 12, 2025: The Udupi District Police have initiated a robust campaign to raise awareness about cybercrimes and urge the public to exercise caution against rising digital frauds. The police have highlighted various methods used by cybercriminals, including digital arrest scams, fake share market trading apps, online job scams, bogus customer care services, fraudulent loan apps, gift and lottery scams, and APK file frauds.

    Common Cybercrime Tactics

    1. Digital Arrest Scams: Fraudsters impersonate officials from agencies like the CBI, Customs, or Police, contacting victims via phone or video calls. They claim illegal items like drugs, fake passports, or SIM cards linked to the victim’s name were found in a courier at an airport, using uniforms in video calls to extort money. Legitimate police do not conduct investigations via such calls.
    2. Fake Share Market and Trading Apps: Scammers lure victims with unregistered apps lacking RBI/SEBI approval through WhatsApp or Telegram groups, encouraging downloads and transfers to multiple bank accounts, leading to financial losses.
    3. Online Job Scams: Fraudsters offer small tasks with minimal payments to gain trust, then pressure victims to invest large sums, ultimately stealing their money.
    4. Fake Customer Care Numbers: Victims searching for customer care numbers for apps like Google Pay or PhonePe are tricked into calling fake numbers found online, where scammers request links, UPI PINs, or messages to steal funds. Genuine customer care services do not ask for such details.
    5. Fraudulent Loan Apps: Scammers promise low-interest loans but demand upfront payments. If refused, they threaten to manipulate victims’ photos and share them on social media. These apps lack government authorization.
    6. OLX and Similar Platform Scams: Fraudsters pose as Indian Army personnel, offering vehicles at low prices on platforms like OLX or Quikr, demanding advance payments and claiming vehicles are at undisclosed locations.
    7. Gift and Lottery Scams: Victims are misled with promises of winning gifts or lotteries via social media, asked to pay advance fees, leading to financial fraud.
    8. APK File Fraud: Scammers send APK files under schemes like PM Kisan, Arogya Bhagy, or banking services via WhatsApp, misusing apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, or Flipkart to steal personal data.
    9. Fake Online Gaming Apps: Promoted through celebrity ads or platforms like YouTube and TikTok, these apps entice victims with quick earnings, pressuring investments and freezing bank accounts.
    10. Other Methods:
      • Unknown Links: Clicking suspicious links leads to theft of personal information.
      • Fake Ads: Attractive offers on social media result in financial scams.
      • Courier/Lottery Scams: Fraudsters claim victims won prizes via courier, demanding advance payments.
      • Fake Helplines: Fake customer service numbers or emails found on Google steal sensitive data.
      • Mobile/Laptop Misuse: Sharing devices with strangers or charging at public places like railway or bus stations risks data leaks.
      • KYC Update Scams: Fraudsters posing as bank officials request ATM/credit card details for KYC updates, leading to unauthorized transactions.
      • Electricity Bill Scams: Fake apps for bill payments steal bank details.
      • Enticing Messages: Alluring messages from unknown sources lead to financial losses.
      • Social Media Friendships: Fake friendships on platforms like Facebook or Instagram are used to extract personal information.
      • ATM/Credit Card Scams: Fraudsters posing as bank managers request card details for activation or renewal, leading to theft.

    Police Advisory

    The Udupi District Police have issued the following precautions:

    • Do not click on unknown links or engage with suspicious messages.
    • Avoid falling for fake advertisements promising unrealistic returns.
    • Protect personal information in public places to prevent data leaks.
    • Report cybercrime immediately by calling the Cybercrime Helpline: 1930, filing a complaint at https://cybercrime.gov.in, or visiting the nearest police station.
    • Emergency Police Helpline: 112.

    The police urge residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity promptly to curb the rising tide of cybercrimes in the region.

  • Youth Must Shape the Future, Parents Be Role Models: Wali Rahmani’s Message

    Udupi, August 10, 2025 – At a special event held at Manipal Inn Hotel in Udupi on Sunday, acclaimed orator Wali Rahmani delivered an inspiring address to approximately 350 students, encouraging them to harness their mental, intellectual, moral, and academic abilities to serve society and humanity. The day-long program, organized by the Udupi District Muslim Federation (Udupi Unit), featured interactive sessions with Q&A, PowerPoint presentations, and engaging activities, captivating the audience with Rahmani’s dynamic delivery.

    Rahmani urged the youth to make productive use of their adolescent years, avoid wasting time, and develop into disciplined, skilled, and responsible individuals. “Youth must strengthen their personality and prepare to contribute to the nation, society, and humanity,” he emphasized.

    In a separate evening session for parents, Rahmani stressed the importance of treating children as a trust (amaanat). He called on parents to prioritize their children’s physical, intellectual, moral, and spiritual well-being. “A home should function like a school, with parents as teachers. Children learn their first lessons at home from their parents,” he said, advocating for love, patience, and vigilance in nurturing children.

    The event, chaired by Mohammad Irshad Najar and coordinated by Sheikh Abdul Latheef Madani, was a resounding success, thanks to the efforts of colleagues and volunteers. The program highlighted the importance of youth empowerment and parental guidance in building a responsible and capable generation.

  • Udupi Police Launch Cybercrime Awareness Campaign to Combat Digital Scams

    Udupi, August 12, 2025 – In response to a surge in cybercrimes, Udupi district police have initiated a comprehensive awareness campaign to educate the public about various digital scams and frauds. The initiative aims to curb fraudulent activities such as digital arrests, fake share market apps, online job scams, fraudulent customer care numbers, loan app frauds, gift and lottery scams, and APK file-based frauds.

    Common Cybercrime Tactics

    1. Digital Arrests: Scammers impersonate officials from agencies like CBI, Customs, or police, contacting victims via phone or video calls. They intimidate victims by claiming illegal items like drugs or fake passports were found in a courier under their name, demanding money to resolve the issue. Police clarify that legitimate authorities do not conduct investigations via such calls.
    2. Fake Share Market and Trading Apps: Fraudsters lure victims into investing through unregistered apps not recognized by RBI or SEBI. Using WhatsApp or Telegram groups, they trick users into downloading fake apps and transferring money to multiple bank accounts.
    3. Online Job Scams: Scammers offer small payments for minor tasks to build trust, then pressure victims to invest larger sums, leading to financial losses.
    4. Fake Customer Care Numbers: Fraudulent customer care numbers found on Google for apps like Google Pay or PhonePe trick users into sharing UPI pins or clicking malicious links, resulting in theft. Genuine customer care services do not request such information.
    5. Fake Loan Apps: Scammers promise low-interest loans but demand advance payments. If refused, they threaten to misuse victims’ photos on social media. These institutes lack government authorization.
    6. OLX Fraud: Scammers pose as Indian Army personnel, offering vehicles at low prices on platforms like OLX or Quikr. They demand advance payments and claim vehicles are at undisclosed locations, only to disappear after receiving funds.
    7. Gift and Lottery Scams: Fraudsters entice victims with fake gift or lottery winnings, demanding advance payments to claim prizes.
    8. APK File Fraud: Scammers send malicious APK files via WhatsApp, disguised as legitimate apps like PM Kisan, Arogya Bhagya, or banking services, to steal personal information.
    9. Fake Online Gaming Apps: Promoted through celebrity ads or platforms like YouTube and TikTok, these apps promise quick earnings but lead to financial losses and frozen bank accounts.

    Other Methods Used by Cybercriminals

    • Suspicious Links: Clicking unknown links can lead to data theft and financial fraud.
    • Fake Advertisements: Social media ads with enticing offers are used to steal money.
    • Courier/Lottery Scams: Fraudsters claim victims have won cash or gifts via courier, demanding advance payments.
    • Fake Helplines: Scammers exploit Google-listed helpline numbers or emails to steal information.
    • Device Misuse: Sharing phones or laptops with strangers or charging at public stations risks data leaks.
    • KYC Update Scams: Fake calls or messages requesting ATM or credit card details for KYC updates lead to theft.
    • Electricity Bill Fraud: Fake apps for bill payments steal banking details.
    • Attractive Messages: Tempting messages from unknown sources lead to financial losses.
    • Social Media Friendship Scams: Fraudsters build relationships on platforms like Facebook or Instagram to steal data.
    • ATM/Credit Card Fraud: Scammers posing as bank officials request card details for supposed renewals or activations.

    Police Recommendations

    • Avoid clicking on unknown links.
    • Be cautious of fake advertisements and offers.
    • Protect personal information in public spaces.
    • Report suspected cybercrimes immediately to the cybercrime helpline (1930), file complaints at https://cybercrime.gov.in, or visit the nearest police station.
    • Emergency helplines: Cybercrime – 1930, Police – 112.

    Udupi police urge residents to stay vigilant and verify information to safeguard against the growing threat of cybercrimes.

  • Kerala Youth Arrested in Manipal for Reckless Driving and Tinted Car Violation

    Udupi, August 12, 2025 – Manipal police arrested a 26-year-old man from Kerala on Monday, August 11, for reckless and dangerous driving near MIT Junction. The accused, identified as Shohail Neelakath, a resident of Kandagan in Kannur, Kerala, was driving a car with fully tinted windows, posing a threat to human lives and creating a public nuisance.

    According to reports, Neelakath was driving from Udupi towards Hiriyadka in a manner that endangered two-wheeler riders and other vehicles, producing excessive noise and driving erratically. The incident occurred near the Manipal post office. Acting swiftly, Manipal police pursued the vehicle and apprehended Neelakath along with the car near MIT Junction.

    A case has been registered at the Manipal police station under relevant sections for reckless driving and violations related to the use of fully tinted windows, which is prohibited under traffic regulations. The arrest follows heightened police vigilance in the Udupi-Manipal region to curb traffic violations and ensure public safety.

  • Udupi Police Launch Rs 2.5 Crore CCTV Surveillance Project and Drishti Night Patrol Scheme

    Udupi, August 11, 2025: The Udupi district police, in collaboration with the Udupi District Chamber of Commerce, have launched a Rs 2.5 crore surveillance project to install 601 CCTV cameras across 207 junctions to enhance safety and curb criminal activities. Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar announced the initiative during a press conference on Monday.

    In the initial phase, 10 Automatic Number Plate Reader (ANPR) cameras will be installed at sensitive locations, including Mala, Hosmar, and Sacharipete (Karkala Rural PS); Sanur (Karkala Town PS); Someshwara (Hebri PS); Hosangadi (Amasbail PS); Dali (Kollur PS); Mel Gangolli (Gangolli PS); Malpe Beach (Malpe PS); and City Bus Stand (Udupi Town PS). Additionally, 10 high-quality cameras will be placed at key junctions, including Kalsanka, Karavali, Indrali Bridge, Santhekatte, Service Bus Stand, and Old KSRTC Bus Stand (Udupi CMC limits); M Kodi Junction and Kandlur Market (Kundapura Sub-Division); and Baradi and Naravi (Karkala Sub-Division). Footage will be monitored round-the-clock at local police stations and the District Police Control Room.

    The police have also introduced the “Drishti scheme,” a night patrolling program to prevent theft, crimes against women, and drug-related offenses, while ensuring the safety of commercial establishments, lone-house residents, and senior citizens. Security guards, funded by local residents, will patrol from 10 PM to 6 AM, reporting suspicious activities to beat police or the control room. The scheme is operational in 12 locations—two each in Udupi City, Shirva, and Gangolli police stations, and one each in Kundapura, Hebri, Karkala Town, Hiriyadka, Shankaranarayana, and Brahmavar police stations—with plans to expand to 21 more locations.

    The initiatives, supported by community collaboration, aim to strengthen law enforcement and public safety across Udupi district.

  • Udupi-Manipal Police Intensify Night Patrolling to Curb Crime and Traffic Violations

    Udupi, August 10, 2025 – In response to rising complaints about theft, drunk driving, and public misbehaviour, police in Udupi city and Manipal have rolled out enhanced night patrolling and strict regulatory measures to maintain law and order and ensure public safety. The initiative, effective immediately, also aims to curb reckless driving and monitor student activities with the reopening of schools and colleges.

    Strict Closing Times for Commercial Establishments

    In Manipal, all shops and commercial establishments are required to close by 10 PM, while in Udupi and surrounding areas, closing times are set between 10:30 PM and 11 PM. Non-compliance will result in one or two warnings, followed by legal action. Liquor shops must shut by 10:30 PM, bars by 11:30 PM, and clubs, star hotels, and boarding houses by midnight. Police are also cracking down on late-night liquor purchases and roadside consumption, as well as gambling and loitering, with authorities actively questioning suspicious individuals.

    Enhanced Night Patrols and Checkposts

    To address drunk driving and speeding, multiple checkposts have been established across Udupi and Manipal, particularly on weekends. Continuous night patrols are in place at key locations, including Perampalli, KoiN Circle, MIT, Eshwar Nagar, and Alevoor Road in Manipal, as well as Clock Tower, City, and Service Bus Stands in Udupi city. These efforts aim to deter traffic violations and enhance public safety.

    Helmet Awareness Campaign

    To promote helmet usage among two-wheeler riders, Udupi police have launched a creative campaign featuring characters Ravi Anna and Bhanu from the recently released film Su From So. A special poster shows the characters wearing helmets on a scooter, with the slogan, “Wear a helmet like Ravi Anna” and the tagline, “Your safety is our right.”

    Public Cooperation Encouraged

    District Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar emphasized that the police are strictly enforcing the beat system and regulations to maintain law and order. He urged the public to report any concerns, assuring prompt responses to complaints. Residents can contact the police control room for assistance.

    The measures reflect a proactive approach to addressing community concerns and ensuring safety in the Udupi-Manipal region, particularly during nighttime hours.