Udupi, September 20, 2025 – Manipal police have arrested two individuals for allegedly selling ganja in a flat at Royal Embassy Apartment. The accused, Aryan C. Tadani and Aryan Chagappa, both Business Management students at a prestigious Manipal college, were taken into custody.
Acting on information about ganja sales in Flat No. C-1702 on the 17th floor of Royal Embassy Apartment, police raided the location and apprehended Aryan C. Tadani. From him, they seized 2,105 grams of ganja valued at Rs 60,000, along with a hookah, digital scale, and a mobile phone. A case was registered at Manipal Police Station.
In a related development, Aryan Chagappa was arrested in Mangalore. A search of his scooter revealed 627 grams of ganja worth Rs 20,000, which was seized.
Investigations revealed that both accused are addicts and were supplying ganja to fellow students. They were produced before the court and remanded to judicial custody.
Udupi, September 20, 2025 – The International Coastal Cleanup Day, observed globally on September 20, was celebrated with enthusiasm across various beaches in Udupi district, including Malpe Beach, Kapu Blue Flag Beach, Delta Beach, Kodi, Trasi-Maravanthe, and Someshwara Beach in Byndoor. The initiative was organized collaboratively by the Udupi District Administration, District Panchayat, Tourism Department, MAHE University, Canara Bank, Coast Guard, Pollution Control Board, and local organizations.
At Malpe Beach, District Collector Swarup T.K. led the cleanup drive, joined by government officials, public representatives, local organization members, students, and volunteers. They actively participated in collecting litter to promote a cleaner coastline. During the event, Swarup released an environmental awareness poster and administered a pledge against plastic use.
Speaking on the occasion, Swarup emphasized, “We must prioritize the cleanliness of our surroundings. A clean environment is essential for good health, and we need to give it utmost importance.” The drive saw participation from Udupi Municipal Council President Prabhakar Poojary, department officials, Canara Bank General Manager Gangadhar, MAHE students, municipal sanitation workers, and personnel from Canara Bank and the Coast Guard.
Udupi, September 20, 2025 – Udupi District Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar has assured a comprehensive probe into the shootout case involving the murder of Dalit daily wage laborer Krishna in Balehitlu Moodutota, Hanehalli village under Brahmavar Police Station limits. Speaking at a district-level meeting on Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes issues at the District Police Office auditorium on Saturday, Shankar stated that while initial investigations have been conducted without leads, further inquiries from multiple angles, including land disputes, will be pursued to identify the culprits.
The meeting was chaired by Shankar, who responded to concerns raised by Samatha Sainika Dal leader Vishwanath Petry. Petry questioned the police’s failure to crack the case and demanded a CID probe, noting multiple memorandums submitted. Shankar explained that the first-phase investigation involved questioning 700 individuals, technical analysis, and visits to Mumbai and Kerala. “Upon my arrival, I visited the Brahmavar station four times and the crime scene recently. We are now treating this seriously and expanding the probe across various dimensions,” he affirmed.
Other Grievances Raised Dalit leader Ramesh Kotyan highlighted the lack of action on a fake certificate scam in Hiriyadka Police Station limits, where 6.5 acres of Dalit land was fraudulently registered. Shankar promised to review and act. Kotyan and Dasams Ambedkar Vada district convenor Manjunath Giliyuru also complained about Dalit quota jobs in temples not being allocated, urging enforcement.
Shivanand Moodabettu raised concerns over finance fraudsters from Mangalore lending Rs 26,000 loans and recovering lakhs using forged Aadhaar and signatures, demanding legal action.
Janapara activist Jayan Malpe urged handing over the dilapidated Gandhi Bhavan in Bannanje to Dalits for welfare, without alternative use. Shankar noted plans to vacate the police canteen there and hand it to the Social Welfare Department for new facilities.
Dasams Mysuru Division organizer Shyam Raj Birti demanded police deployment near Brahmavar Mahesha Hospital on NH for student safety during mornings.
Other leaders like Uday Kumar Tallur, Vijayalakshmi Vasudeva Mudur, Yuvaraj, and Ganesh Nergi shared grievances. Around 98 participants attended, with Additional SP Sudhakar S. Naik and Karkala Subdivision Assistant SP Harsh Priyavada present on the dais.
Kundapur, September 20, 2025 – A fishing boat suffered extensive damage after crashing into the shore due to an engine failure near Hangarakatte, resulting in losses exceeding Rs 10 lakh, though all five crew members escaped unharmed.
The boat, named Mahakali and owned by Prakash Kundar from Kodibengre, departed from Kodibengre Fishing Harbor on September 17 morning for a fishing expedition. In the afternoon, while operating near Hangarakatte Harbor, the engine suddenly stalled due to a technical issue. Despite repeated attempts to restart it, the engine failed to respond.
Caught in strong winds and waves, the boat drifted towards the shore and crashed into the coast near Kodya Kanyana village in Kody Seaside. The five fishermen on board managed to escape safely, but the boat and its equipment were severely damaged, leading to significant financial losses estimated at over Rs 10 lakh.
Udupi, September 20, 2025 – A collision occurred between a private bus and a car on National Highway 66 near Santhekatte, Udupi city, with passengers narrowly escaping serious injury.
The private bus, traveling from Udupi to Davanagere via Kundapur, collided with a Crysta Fortuner car attempting a U-turn near the divider at Robosoft in Santekatte. The impact damaged both the bus and the car, with passengers in the car sustaining minor injuries, as per initial reports.
SI Prakash S visited the site and conducted an inspection. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident to determine further action.
Manipal, September 20, 2025 – Manipal police have arrested three students from a prestigious college in connection with an assault on a classmate inside a classroom, following a complaint lodged at the Manipal Police Station.
The arrested individuals are identified as Vikram Veer Singh, Rajveer Singh, and Shah Krish Malav, all students of the same college. On September 18, during morning classes, the accused allegedly abused and threatened Raj Girish Suvarna and his friend Satvik Bhandari, both pursuing Business Management, with abusive language and life threats before launching a violent assault.
Following a police investigation, it was confirmed that the accused had consumed narcotic substances prior to the incident. A case was registered at Manipal Police Station, and the trio was apprehended. They were produced before the court, which remanded them to judicial custody.
Udupi, September 20, 2025 – Udupi City Police have cracked a daring theft at a gold melting shop in Chittaranjan Circle, arresting five accused and recovering assets valued at over Rs 87 lakh. The burglars had used a duplicate key to break the shutter lock and stolen gold, silver, and cash worth Rs 95 lakh.
The arrested individuals are Shubham Tanaji Sathe (25), Pravin Appa Sathe, Nilesh Baapu Kasturi from Solapur, Sagar Dattatreya Kandagale (32) from Solapur, and Bagav Rohit Shrimant (25).
The operation, conducted on September 12 in Malshirose taluk, Nimgaon, Solapur district, Maharashtra, led to the recovery of 748.8 grams of gold (Rs 74.88 lakh), 4 kg 445 grams of silver (Rs 3.60 lakh), Rs 5 lakh in cash, and a Maruti Swift car used in the crime (Rs 4 lakh), totaling Rs 87.48 lakh.
The breakthrough was achieved under the leadership of Inspector Manjunath V. Badiger of Udupi City Police Station.
Kundapur, September 20, 2025 – The body of a first-year PU student who went missing after leaving college on Thursday evening was discovered on Saturday morning along the Dakuhitlu riverbank in Gangolli. Intensive searches involving police, fire services, and locals had been ongoing since the disappearance.
Namesh (17), son of Lavish Poojary from Hemmadi Santosh Nagar, was a student at a private college. He left his iPhone at home, as recently gifted by his father, and rode his bike from college but never reached home. His bike and college bag were found near the Kannadakudru riverbank, prompting fears for his safety.
Intensive Search Efforts When Namesh did not return even after nightfall, his family filed a missing person report at Kundapur City Police Station and initiated searches. On Friday, the hunt continued with assistance from the fire department and local swimmer Dinesh Kharvi from Gangolli. Despite efforts until evening, no trace was found in the Kannadakudru river.
The body was spotted on Saturday morning near Dakuhitlu riverbank in Gangolli. Police investigations will determine the exact cause of death.
Kundapur, September 19, 2025: On Tuesday, September 16, Kundapur police and the Gangolli 24×7 Helpline Ambulance team successfully rescued two mentally distressed individuals wandering on the Kundapur-Byndoor National Highway, ensuring their safe admission to rehabilitation centers.
Manish Lakshman from Maharashtra was found in a distressed state by the roadside near Nagoor. He was rescued by Ibrahim MH Gangolli and Vikas Mogaveer of the Gangolli 24×7 Helpline Ambulance team and admitted to Hosabaduku Ashram in Saligrama.
In a separate incident, Ravidas, who was walking in the middle of the highway near Trasi-Maravanthe Bridge with a bundle on his head, causing concern, was apprehended by 112 police personnel, along with Ibrahim MH Gangolli, Vikas Mogaveer of the 24×7 Helpline ambulance team and Krishna Nayakvadi. He was admitted to Snehalaya Ashram in Manjeshwar.
Ibrahim Gangolli of 24×7 Helpline Ambulance speaking to Media in 2017
The 24×7 Helpline Ambulance Service, founded over a decade ago by Mohammad Ibrahim MH Gangolli (commonly known as Ibrahim Gangolli), has been a lifeline for coastal Karnataka communities. Started as a volunteer-driven initiative in Gangolli, the service provides round-the-clock emergency response, including medical transports and rescues, and has assisted hundreds in distress situations—from accident victims to vulnerable individuals like these. Ibrahim, a dedicated social worker, leads a team of committed volunteers, including Vikas Mogaveer, Babba Ibrahim and many earning praise for their selfless service amid limited resources. Media outlets have frequently highlighted their efforts, underscoring their role as unsung heroes in Udupi district.
Trasi Marvanthe NH 66 Highway | Photo: Waqqas Kazi
Kundapura, September 19, 2025 – A case of cyber fraud has been registered at Kollur Police Station after a mobile phone was hacked, leading to the unauthorized transfer of Rs 1.27 lakh from a bank account. The victim, Arun Kumar Shetty from Vandse, discovered the theft upon checking his account following a suspicious call.
On September 17, Arun received a call from an individual named Rahul, who spoke in Hindi and prompted him to cut the call, citing a “wrong number.” Shortly after, an OTP message arrived on his phone. Suspicious, Arun checked his SDCC Bank account—linked to his mobile—and found only Rs 54 remaining, with Rs 1.26 lakh transferred to another account.
After reporting the incident via the 1930 helpline, Rs 27,000 was reversed to his account. In his complaint, Arun alleged that Rahul, calling from 90080*****, hacked his phone and siphoned off Rs 1 lakh from his father’s linked account through deception.
The case has been registered at Kollur Police Station based on Arun’s complaint,
