Timeline India

Category: Uttara Kannada

  • Karwar: Flying Squad Formed to Curb Illegal Lottery and Matka Activities

    Karwar, August 25, 2025 – In compliance with the Karnataka State Lottery Regulation Act, 1998, and government directives, a Flying Squad has been established in Uttara Kannada district to address illegal lottery and matka activities. Chaired by District Collector K. Lakshmipriya, the squad includes the District Superintendent of Police, the Assistant Commissioner of Commercial Taxes (Enforcement), Sirsi, and the Assistant Director of Pension, Small Savings, and Asset-Liability Management, Karwar.

    The initiative targets unauthorized activities such as printing, selling, or purchasing lottery tickets under the guise of development schemes, prize programs, or festival events, which are deemed criminal offenses. Inter-state lottery ticket transactions and matka gambling are also prohibited. The public is urged to report any such activities to the nearest police station immediately. Instructions have been issued to the police department to take strict action against violators.

    District Collector K. Lakshmipriya emphasized that citizens, printers, vendors, and buyers must exercise caution and avoid falling prey to fraudulent schemes. Media outlets, including newspapers and visual media, are warned against publishing results of unauthorized lottery draws, as doing so would constitute abetting illegal activities. The public and stakeholders are requested to promptly report any illicit activities to the police or relevant authorities to ensure effective enforcement, as stated in a press release by K. Lakshmipriya, Chairperson of the Flying Squad for Controlling Unauthorized Lottery and Matka Activities.

  • Bhatkal: Police Arrest Attempted Murder Accused Within 12 Hours

    Bhatkal, August 24, 2025 – Bhatkal Town Police arrested Akbar Ahmed, aged 33, within 12 hours of an attempted murder incident reported on August 24, 2025, at 1:20 PM in a local market. The complainant, Mohammad Haneef, a 38-year-old fruit vendor from Badriya Colony, Taggaragoda Jali, Bhatkal, reported that Akbar, residing near Ismail Welding Garage in Firdosnagar, Bhatkal (originally from Kallakall Oni, Hanagal, Haveri), attacked Ibrahim (Janata Plot, Bhatkal) with a knife. The incident stemmed from a business dispute over fruit boxes, escalating into a heated argument. Akbar, enraged, verbally abused Ibrahim and attempted to stab him in the stomach, but Ibrahim dodged, sustaining a stab wound to his waist.

    A case was registered at Bhatkal Town Police Station under Crime No. 100/2025, citing Section 109 (attempt to murder, punishable by up to seven years) and Section 352 (criminal force with intent to cause injury) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023. A special team, led by Police Inspector Divakar P.M. and PSIs Naveen S. Naik and Timmappa S., conducted a swift investigation, apprehending Akbar and placing him in judicial custody.

    The operation was guided by Superintendent of Police Deepan M.N. (IPS) and Deputy Superintendent Mahesh M.K., with support from constables Dinesh Naik, Vinayak Patil, Devu Naik, Mahantesh Hiremath, Kashinath Kotagunasi, and technical staff Baban and Uday Gunaga. SP Deepan commended the team for their rapid response and effective coordination in resolving the case.

  • Anjuman Boys’ High School, Bhatkal, Under-17 Table Tennis Team Secures District-Level Victory

    Bhatkal, August 25, 2025: The Under-17 Table Tennis Team of Anjuman Boys’ High School, Bhatkal, under the banner of Anjuman Hami-e-Muslimeen, achieved a remarkable victory by securing first position at the District-Level Table Tennis Tournament held in Karwar on August 25, 2025. This triumph has qualified the team to represent Uttara Kannada at the State-Level Championship.

    The winning team comprised Saad (S/O Mohammed Ismail Mulla), Noufil Ahmed (S/O Hussain Shabbir Mukhtasar), Mohammed Ibrahim (S/O Abdul Hafize Pillur), Usman (S/O Adnan Sadique Ruknuddin), and Ahmed Mohtasib (S/O Mohammed Mubeen Jukaku). Their outstanding performance, marked by dedication, teamwork, and sporting spirit, led to this well-deserved success. The Anjuman Boys’ High School community, established in 1999, expressed immense pride in the team’s achievement, lauding their hard work and commitment.

  • Bhatkal: Three Extortionists Arrested for Using Virtual Numbers to Demand Ransom

    Bhatkal, August 24, 2025 – The Bhatkal City Police in Uttara Kannada District arrested three individuals on August 20, 2025, for extorting a complainant using virtual numbers. The accused, identified as Mohammad Faris (20, Abuhurera Colony, Bhatkal), Mohammad Arshad (22, Musanagar, Bhatkal), and Aman (20, Haladi 76 Janata Colony, Kundapur), were remanded to judicial custody following their arrest.

    The case began when the complainant filed a report at Bhatkal City Police Station at 11:00 AM on August 20, 2025, detailing threats received on August 16, 2025, at 8:35 PM. An unknown caller, using a virtual number, claimed to possess private photos and videos of the complainant’s daughter, demanding ₹20 lakh to prevent their public release. Subsequent calls on August 18 and 19, 2025, from numbers +31 970105***** and +31 97010******, reduced the demand to ₹15 lakh while continuing the threats against the complainant and his wife. A case was registered under Section 308(2) of the Indian Penal Code (now replaced by Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Section 351(2) for criminal intimidation) under Crime No. 97/2025.

    A special team, formed under the guidance of Superintendent of Police Deepan M.N. and Deputy Superintendent Mahesh M.K., was led by Police Inspector Diwakar P.M. and PSI Naveen S. Nayak. The team, including officers Dinesh Nayak, Vinayak Patil, Nagaraj Mogera, Mahantesh Hiremath, Kashinath Kotagunasi, Lokesh Katti, Mahesh Amagotha, Raghavendra Gowda, Jagadish Nayak, and technical staff Baban and Udaya Gunaga, traced the virtual numbers and apprehended the accused. The operation was praised for its efficiency, with all involved officers congratulated.

  • Sirsi: Youth Dies in Bike Accident Near Marikamba Government High School

    Sirsi, August 23, 2025 – A devastating road accident occurred this afternoon in front of Marikamba Government High School in Sirsi, resulting in the death of a young motorbike rider. The deceased, identified as Nishant Banwari Singh Chaudhary, a 20-year-old resident of Shanti Nagar and a first-year ITI student, succumbed to severe injuries at the scene.

    According to preliminary reports, Nishant was en route to deliver homemade sweets to a shop when an auto-rickshaw suddenly crossed his path. In an attempt to avoid a collision, he swerved and crashed into a road divider, sustaining fatal injuries. The impact was so severe that he passed away on the spot. Local residents and passersby alerted the authorities, but Nishant could not be saved.

    Following the incident, Circle Police Inspector (CPI) Shashikanth Varma and Police Sub-Inspector (PSI) Ratna Kuri promptly arrived at the scene to conduct an inspection. The police have initiated an investigation to ascertain the exact cause of the accident, including the role of the auto-rickshaw driver.

  • Sirsi: Power Outage Scheduled on Friday, August 22 for Maintenance Work

    Sirsi, August 21, 2025 – The Hubli Electricity Supply Company (HESCOM) has scheduled a power outage across the Sirsi sub-division on Friday, August 22, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM to undertake maintenance work in preparation for the Ganesh Chaturthi festival. The outage will affect both urban and rural areas under the sub-division’s jurisdiction.

    Affected Areas:

    • Sirsi City: The entire city, excluding K.H.B. Colony, Kasturbanagar, and Vivekanandanagar, will experience a power cut.
    • Rural Feeders: Areas served by the 110/11 kV substation, including Banavasi, Sugavi, Devanahalli, Chipagi, Marigadde, Kengre, Vanalli, Hulekal, Salkani, Sampakhand, and Taragod, will have no electricity.
    • Isloor and Banavasi Feeders: Rural-1 feeder areas such as Isloor, Dasanakoppa, and Bankanala, as well as Banavasi feeder areas including Tigani, Andagi, Bhashi, and Bachagaon, will also face power disruptions.

    HESCOM has stated that if maintenance work is completed earlier than anticipated, power supply may be restored before the scheduled 6:00 PM cutoff. The company has requested public cooperation during this period to ensure smooth execution of the maintenance activities.

  • Uttara Kannada: Linganamakki Reservoir Water Release Scheduled, Red Alert Issued

    Karwar, August 18, 2025 – The Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL) has announced that excess water will be released from the Linganamakki Reservoir starting at 10:00 AM on August 19, 2025, due to heavy inflows caused by continuous rainfall in the Sharavathi River catchment area. The Indian Meteorological Department and Karnataka State Natural Disaster Management Centre, Bengaluru, have issued a red alert for coastal taluks in Uttara Kannada district until 8:30 AM on August 20, 2025.

    As of 1:00 PM on August 18, the reservoir’s water level reached 1815.50 feet, nearing its maximum capacity of 1819.00 feet, with an inflow exceeding 59,891 cusecs. If the inflow continues at this rate, the reservoir is likely to reach full capacity soon, necessitating the release to ensure dam safety. The Executive Engineer of KPCL, Linganamakki, has urged residents in low-lying areas along the Sharavathi River, particularly in Honnavar taluk, to exercise caution and relocate to relief centers with their valuables.

    Honnavar Police Station Announcement

    The public is hereby informed that the Linganamakki Reservoir is completely filled, and water may be released at any time. Once released, flooding is likely in villages situated along both banks of the Sharavathi River. Residents living near the river are advised to move to safer areas with their livestock. Crossing the river during floods is strictly prohibited.

    Anyone found standing near the river to take selfies or record reels will face appropriate legal action.

    The district administration, led by Deputy Commissioner and District Disaster Management Authority Chairperson K. Lakshmipriya, has activated relief centers for residents in flood-prone zones. Fishermen, tourists, and the public are strictly advised to avoid entering the river, its surrounding areas, or the sea until conditions stabilize. For emergency assistance, the public can contact the 24/7 control room at the toll-free number 08382-229857 or WhatsApp number 9483511015.

  • Uttara Kannada: Holiday Declared for Tuesday in Most Taluks

    Uttara Kannada, August 18, 2025 – The district administration of Uttara Kannada has announced a holiday for Tuesday, August 19, 2025, for schools, anganwadis, and pre-university colleges across 11 taluks, excluding Mundgod, in response to forecasts of heavy rainfall. This decision comes after a similar announcement on Sunday, August 17, 2025, when a holiday was initially declared for 10 taluks, excluding Mundgod, and later extended to include Haliyal.

    The holiday aims to ensure the safety of students and staff amid adverse weather conditions in the region. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and further updates will be provided as needed. Parents and institutions are advised to stay informed through official channels for any additional announcements.

  • Joida: Farmer Seriously Injured in Bear Attack Near Deria Village in Kali Tiger Reserve

    Joida, August 18, 2025: A distressing incident occurred on Monday morning when a group of three bears attacked a farmer, Shanta Hanumant Dereker, while he was grazing cattle near his farmland in Khumbaye Majire, close to Deria village in the Kumbharwada wildlife range of the Kali Tiger Reserve, Joida taluk, Uttara Kannada district. The attack left Shanta with severe injuries to his face, head, and back, causing widespread panic in the area.

    Shanta was immediately rushed to Joida Government Hospital for primary treatment. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was later referred to KIMS Hospital in Hubballi for advanced medical care.

    The Kumbharwada wildlife range, part of the Kali Tiger Reserve, is known for its significant bear population. Recent months have seen a rise in bear attack incidents across Dandeli, Joida, Kumbharwada, Aweda, and Deria areas, fueling fear among local farmers and residents. The community has urged the forest department to implement effective preventive measures to address the growing human-wildlife conflict in the region.

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  • Sirsi: Two Arrested for Illegal Cattle Transport, One Suspect Escapes

    Sirsi, August 17, 2025: The Sirsi City Police arrested two individuals involved in the illegal transportation of cattle without proper documentation near the Nileshwar checkpoint in Sirsi, Uttara Kannada district. The suspects, identified as Basavaraj Fakirappa Gollar (38) and Sujatha Basavaraj Gollar (31) from Hangal, Haveri district, were apprehended during a routine vehicle inspection led by PSI Nagappa B. A third suspect, Pandurang Narayan Naik (54), managed to escape, and police operations are underway to locate him.

    During the inspection, the police discovered five cattle—two cows, two female calves, and one male calf—being transported in a Mahindra Bolero pickup vehicle, allegedly for slaughter. The vehicle, valued at approximately ₹3 lakh, and the cattle, worth around ₹19,500, were seized. The operation was conducted under the leadership of PSI Nagappa, with police personnel including Ramayya Poojari, Hanumant Makapur, Channabasappa Kyarakatti, Sunil, Rajshekhar, Hanumant Kabadi, Jyoti Nayak M., and Sudarshan Naik.

    The police have registered a case, and further investigations are ongoing to apprehend the absconding suspect and determine the full extent of the illegal activity.