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  • 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.

  • Senior Writer S.L. Byrappa Passes Away at 94

    Bengaluru, September 24, 2025 – Veteran Kannada writer and Padma Bhushan awardee S.L. Byrappa (94) passed away on Wednesday afternoon at a private hospital in Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru.

    Bhyrappa, renowned for his profound novels critiquing societal norms, authored 25 works including Vamshavruksha, Nayi Neralu, Parva, Gruhabhanga, Grahana, and Uttarakhand. His literary contributions earned him prestigious honors like Padma Bhushan, Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Pampa Award, Saraswati Samman, and Sahitya Akademi Award.

    Notable Novels:

    • Bhimakaya
    • Belaku Mooditu
    • Dharmashree
    • Door Saridaru
    • Matadana
    • Vamshavruksha
    • Jalapata
    • Nayi Neralu
    • Tabbaliyu Neenade Magane
    • Gruhabhanga
    • Nirakaran
    • Grahana
    • Datu
    • Anveshan
    • Parva
    • Neley
    • Sakshi
    • Anchu
    • Tantu
    • Sarth
    • Mandara
    • Avarana
    • Kavalu
    • Yana
    • Uttarakhand

    Other Works:

    • Bhitti (Autobiography)
    • Satya Mattu Saundarya (Ph.D. thesis)
    • Sahitya Mattu Pratika
    • Kathey Mattu Kathavastu
    • Sandarba: Samvada
    • Naaneke Bareyuttene? (Why Do I Write?)

    Bhyrappa’s demise leaves a void in Kannada literature, where his incisive explorations of identity, tradition, and modernity continue to resonate.

  • 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.”

  • Mahesh Shetty Timrodi Externed from Dakshina Kannada for One Year

    Belthangady, September 23, 2025 – Prominent Soujanya activist Mahesh Shetty Timarodi from Belthangady has been externed from Dakshina Kannada district under Section 55 of the Karnataka State Police Act, barring him from entering the district for one year.

    Based on a report from Beltangadi police, Puttur Assistant Commissioner Stella Varghese issued the order. Timarodi has been relocated to Manvi taluk in Raichur district.

    Timarodi faces multiple criminal cases, including attempt to murder, assault, threats, and damage to public property. Beltangadi police described his activities as dangerous to society, leading to the externment.

    The order prohibits Timarodi from entering any part of Dakshina Kannada for one year, with legal action for violations.

    The order, issued on September 18, was forwarded to Bantwal Subdivision DySP for enforcement.

    Activism Background
    Timarodi has been at the forefront of the Soujanya rape and murder case, demanding identification and arrest of the real culprits and justice for Soujanya. He has organized protests in the coastal region. In the Dharmasthala serial murder and mysterious death case, he brought key witness-complainant Chinniyya and assisted in filing the FIR.

    Despite this, some groups and BJP members have spread misinformation and accusations against him. Now, he has been externed from the district.

  • Udupi: Hit-and-Run on Kapu NH, Youth’s Body Crushed; Anush Bhandari (21) Killed

    Udupi, September 23, 2025 – In a horrific hit-and-run incident on the Kapu National Highway late Monday night, a 21-year-old youth was struck by an unidentified vehicle and left to die, with his body subsequently mangled by passing traffic. The victim, Anush Bhandari, succumbed at the scene.

    Anush, a resident of Santekatte in Udupi and employed in Bengaluru, had returned to Udupi six months ago. He was riding his scooter when the accident occurred. After being hit and thrown onto the road, multiple vehicles ran over his body, reducing it to a gruesome state by the time it was discovered.

    The mutilated remains were sent for post-mortem at Ajjarkad Hospital. A case has been registered at Kapu Police Station, with investigations underway to identify the fleeing vehicle and driver.

  • “Where Was This Concern When You Looted with High GST?” CM Siddaramaiah Questions PM Modi

    Bengaluru, September 22, 2025 – Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah launched a sharp verbal attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, questioning the BJP’s tax policies. “You introduced GST, hiked it repeatedly, and now you’re patting your back for reductions—where was this concern when you were looting people with high GST?” Siddaramaiah asked.

    Speaking after inaugurating the food fair at Maharaja College ground as part of the world-famous Mysuru Dasara celebrations, the CM mocked Modi as “Mahaan Dongi.” He challenged, “After eight years of reverse GST collections, will you refund the money to Indians? We opposed the 18% and 28% hikes. Those who collected now take credit—see how delicately they wear the topi. You shouldn’t return to this.”

    Siddaramaiah highlighted his government’s Anna Bhagya scheme, providing 10 kg of rice to prevent the poor from sleeping hungry.

    Addressing the controversy over inviting Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate Dasara, he noted that opponents lost in both the High Court and Supreme Court. “My name has two gods—Sidd (Shiva) and Ram (Vishnu). I love and devote to gods. We don’t spread hate in gods’ names like others. The Supreme Court told these fools opposing Banu to read the Constitution’s Preamble.”

    He indirectly jabbed former MP Pratap Simha, who opposed Mushtaq despite being an MP twice, saying they don’t know Dasara is a state festival. “They tried to portray me as anti-Hindu and lost. I am a better Hindu than them.”

  • Kundapura: BJP Celebrates Historic GST Tax Cut with Festivities

    Kundapura, September 23, 2025 – Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP Kota Srinivas Poojary hailed the recent GST Council meeting in Delhi, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a historic tax reduction, stating it will significantly benefit the poor and middle class.

    The celebration, held at Shastri Circle, saw BJP workers bursting crackers and distributing snacks purchased from the Nandini KMF outlet to the public. Kundapura MLA A. Kiran Kumar Kodgi expressed joy, noting the tax cut as a “wonderful gift” to the nation on the auspicious Navratri day, particularly for the poor and middle class.

    The event was led by Kundapura Mandal BJP President Suresh Shetty Gopadi. Participants included General Secretary Satish Poojary Vakwadi, Sudhir K.S., Municipal Council President Mohan Das Shenoy, Vice-President Vanitha Billava, Standing Committee Chairman Prabhakar V., mandal office bearers, various morcha leaders, municipal and constituency representatives, and Modi supporters, all joining in the joyous celebration.

  • Brahmavara: Two Unknown Bikers Snatch Gold Chain from Woman’s Neck; Case Registered

    Brahmavara, September 22, 2025 – In a brazen daylight robbery, two unidentified individuals on a bike snatched a gold chain from a 57-year-old woman’s neck while she was walking on Uppoor Kudrubettu Road on September 21 morning. The incident occurred near Uppoor Bus Stand.

    The victim, Ramabai (57) from Kudrubettu, was returning home after purchasing fish when the accused approached her on a bike and yanked off her approximately 4.5 pavan gold karimani chain before fleeing towards Uppoor.

    A case has been registered at Brahmavar Police Station based on the complaint.

  • Kundapur Taluk Guarantee Implementation Committee Meeting: Officials Accused of Neglect in Govt Bus Routes

    Kundapur, September 22, 2025 – Officials are neglecting government bus services to various rural areas in the taluk, with the Transport Department and Authority delaying permissions despite KSRTC requests, allegedly due to a powerful lobby favoring private operators, accused Ganesh Kumbashi at the Taluk Guarantee Implementation Committee meeting on Monday.

    Presided over by Hariprasad Shetty Kalmakki at the Taluk Panchayat auditorium, the meeting saw Ganesh Kumbashi state, “KSRTC wrote for permission to start buses to Angalli via Sangam, serving 3,500 residents, but the department and authority withhold approval. There’s a big lobby and private influence behind this.” Abhijit Poojari highlighted the lack of public transport in Angalli, while Narayan Acharya Koni noted the complete absence of services.

    Kumbashi lamented the Badakere route being stalled by court order despite temporary approvals, and Arun mentioned the Halkadi bus halting despite permits. Zaheer Ahmed echoed the unfulfilled Gangolli-Byndoor demand.

    On BPL card cancellations, Hariprasad Shetty Chandrakant and Asha Carvalho raised public doubts. The Food Department Deputy Tahsildar clarified that of 7,000 reviewed cards, 618 were processed: 570 shifted to APL for tax payers, retaining 48 BPL for non-payers. Cards exceeding Rs 1.2 lakh income convert to APL.

    New Gruhajyothi applications are approved, but rejections due to prior limits don’t reflect new meter readings (using 2022-23 calculations), causing issues, explained Mescom AE Guruprasad Shankar Narayan. Zaheer demanded a new TC for Gujjadi. Panchayat members complained about streetlights burning during the day; EE Vijay Kumar Shetty assured action on unnecessary poles. CDPO Umesh Kotyan detailed Gruhalakshmi, with Ganesh Kumbashi urging measures to prevent funds going to deceased accounts.

    Gruhalakshmi and Yuvanidhi funds not released in August. Total disbursals: Gruhajyothi Rs 4.33 crore, Anna Bhagy Rs 3.21 crore, Shakti Rs 2.68 crore—totaling Rs 10.22 crore. Rs 409 crore released so far, said President Hariprasad Shetty Kalmakki.

    Taluk Panchayat Manager Ramachandra Mayya welcomed guests.