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  • Kundapura: Indian Red Cross Society Distributes Mosquito Nets and Sanitary Pads to Girls’ Hostel Students

    Kundapura, August 27, 2025 – The Kundapur Taluk Unit of the Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) conducted a distribution drive, providing mosquito nets and sanitary pads to students residing in six backward class girls’ hostels across Kundapura, Hangaluru, Amasebailu, Shankaranarayana, Keduru, and Byndoor. The initiative aimed to enhance health and hygiene for the students, addressing key needs in underserved communities.

    The event was attended by IRCS Kundapur Unit President S. Jayakar Shetty, Treasurer Shivarama Shetty, Governing Council member Seetharama Shetty, Taluk Health Officer Premananda K., and hostel supervisor Ashadevi. 

    Indian Red Cross Society Distributes Mosquito Nets and Sanitary Pads to Girls’ Hostel Students | Photo: Karavali Mathukathe

  • Kundapur: Mahesh Poojari Elected President of Mobile Retailers Association Kundapura-Byndoor Unit

    Kundapur, August 27, 2025 – The Kundapur-Byndoor unit of the Dakshina Kannada-Udupi Mobile Retailers Association was established during a meeting held at the Vishwabrahmana Samaja Seva Sangha hall in Kundapur. Mahesh Poojari, owner of Smart Tech, Navunda, was unanimously elected as president, and Karunakara Acharya Maravanthe of M2K Mobile, Kundapur, was appointed as secretary. The formation of the taluk-level committee under the guidance of the Udupi union aims to address challenges faced by mobile repair and retail businesses, including financial strain due to unhealthy competition and market difficulties.

    The meeting highlighted the need for a unified organization to tackle these issues and foster sustainable business practices. Other key appointments include Irshad of Classic Mobile, Kundapur, as honorary president; Prakash Pai of Mahammayi Mobile, Koteshwar, and Macha Mogaveera, Shirur, as honorary advisors; and Raghavendra of Shri Tech, Ravi Shetty Shri Benaka, Bidkal Katte, and Nagendra Naik of Ocean Mobile, Uppunda, as vice presidents. Additional members include Suresh Sannidi (Koteshwar), Rahul Vighnash (Thekkatte), Ashok Sai Communication, Vidyadar Shine (Koteshwar), Mohammad Ashraf Cell In Town (Byndoor), Anil K Shine (Kundapur), Rajesh Mobile Palace, Noushad Speed Mobile, Salman Mobile King, Gopal Jahnavi (Vandse), Ajit Durga Mobile (Siddapur), Prakash Omkar (Gangolli), Mustafa Mobile X (Kundapur), Prakash Poojari J.K Mobile, and Nitin Mobile Garage (Kota).

  • Udupi: Landslide on Kollur Ghat Road Disrupts Traffic

    Udupi, August 27, 2025 – Continuous heavy rainfall over the past few days led to a landslide on Kollur Ghat Road in Udupi district, with soil from an adjacent hill collapsing onto the roadway on the morning of August 27, 2025. The incident has raised concerns about potential traffic disruptions on this critical route, which connects coastal areas to the temple town of Kollur.

    Officials from the relevant department, along with local police, promptly arrived at the site and initiated debris clearance operations to restore normal traffic flow.

  • Uttara Kannada: Schools and Colleges Closed on August 28, 2025, Due to Red Alert

    Karwar, August 27, 2025 – The Uttara Kannada district administration has declared a holiday for all primary schools, high schools, anganwadis, and pre-university colleges on August 28, 2025, in response to a red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Bengaluru, forecasting heavy rainfall. The closure applies to all taluks, including Karwar, Ankola, Kumta, Honnavar, Bhatkal, Shirasi, Siddapur, Yellapur, Joida, and Dandeli.

    The decision aims to ensure the safety of students and prevent untoward incidents due to incessant rains, which have raised concerns about flooding and transportation risks. The district administration has urged parents and students to cooperate with this precautionary measure.

  • Malpe: Police Seize Vehicle and Sand in Illegal Mining Case

    Malpe, August 27, 2025: During a routine patrol on August 26, 2025, at 2:30 PM, PSI Anil Kumar D. and his team from Malpe Police Station intercepted a cream-and-yellow Tata 407 goods vehicle (registration KL20C9644) near Citizen Circle, Kodavoor village, Udupi taluk, on Ranapratap Singh Marg. The vehicle, driven by Hamza, was moving suspiciously from Kodavoor Junction towards Citizen Circle. Upon inspection, the police found approximately 1.5 units of sand loaded in the vehicle without any valid permits for transportation.

    When questioned, Hamza admitted to lacking documentation for the sand, which was allegedly illegally mined from an undisclosed location. The police seized the sand (estimated value ₹5,000) and the vehicle (estimated value ₹2,00,000) in the presence of witnesses through a mahazar (panchnama). A case was registered at Malpe Police Station under Crime No. 93/2025, invoking Section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 for theft, and Sections 4, 4(A), and 21 of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, which address illegal mining and transportation, carrying penalties of up to seven years imprisonment and fines.

  • Bhatkal: SDPI Protests ‘Unscientific’ NH-66 Construction After Fatal Accidents

    Bhatkal, August 27, 2025 – The Bhatkal unit of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) staged a protest on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, near Noor Masjid, condemning IRB Infrastructure’s “unscientific” and negligent work on the four-laning of National Highway 66 (NH-66). The demonstrators accused the contractor and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) of failing to install essential safety features like streetlights, pedestrian crossings, barricades, and warning signs, resulting in multiple accidents, including the fatal incident involving Murdeshwar resident Ishwar Naik on August 22, 2025.

    SDPI submitted a memorandum to the Bhatkal Tahsildar, addressed to the Assistant Commissioner and copied to senior state officials, including the Governor, demanding immediate action against IRB, an independent probe into safety violations, and stricter oversight of highway projects statewide. SDPI district president Taufiq Beary highlighted the decade-long delay in the NH-66 project, stalled for the past 18 months, and issued a 10-day ultimatum for resuming work and implementing safety measures, threatening escalated protests if ignored.

    The protesters initially demanded that the Assistant Commissioner or Tahsildar receive the memorandum at the site, but when officials did not appear, they marched to the Taluka Administration Office. The demonstration saw participation from SDPI leaders, including district secretary Waseem Manegar, district council member Zainuddin, assembly secretary Saqib, and others like Suhail and Abdul Sami.

    Following the protest, Bhatkal Tahsildar Nagendr Kolashetty inspected the hazardous stretch near Noor Masjid and assured that repair work would begin soon. Circle Police Inspector Divakar, PSI Naveen, and other officers, supervised by DySP Mahesh, ensured order during the event.

  • Udupi: Udupi Sahabalve Demands Action Against MLA Yashpal Suvarna for Threatening Remarks

    Udupi, August 26, 2025 – The Udupi-based Sahabalve organization has strongly condemned Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna for his conduct, alleging he exceeded his constitutional responsibilities as an elected representative. In a statement, Sahabalve’s Chief Coordinator K. Phaniraj demanded immediate action from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker, citing Suvarna’s inflammatory remarks made on August 24, 2025, against YouTuber Sameer M.D. Suvarna reportedly said in a media interaction, “If Sameer had come to Udupi, we would have played football with him at Malpe Beach. No matter the government, we won’t spare him without teaching a lesson,” statements Sahabalve described as “terror-inducing” and unbecoming of a legislator.

    Sahabalve argued that elected representatives take an oath to uphold the Constitution, and any behavior contrary to this, such as Suvarna’s alleged rowdy-like threats, renders them unfit for office. The organization highlighted Suvarna’s history of actions that disrupt social harmony, claiming his latest remarks insulted the Constitution and the people of Udupi. Such behavior, they stated, is a criminal offense in a constitutional democracy, particularly from someone in a constitutional position, and is “unforgivable.” They urged the Speaker to exercise supreme authority to impose punitive measures, potentially including disqualification, to set a precedent against such conduct.

  • Udupi: Mandatory Formation of Internal Complaints Committee in Workplaces

    Udupi, August 25, 2025: In compliance with the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal) Act, 2013, and Supreme Court directives, the Udupi district administration has mandated that every organization employing 10 or more workers must establish an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) to address workplace sexual harassment complaints. The directive follows findings that several organizations in the district have failed to form ICCs or report their compliance.

    Organizations that have not yet established an ICC must do so immediately and submit a copy of the formation order to the District Collector’s office. Additionally, a copy must be sent to the Labour Officer’s office, Udupi Sub-Division, located at Rajatadri, 1st Floor, No. A-201, Manipal, Udupi District.

  • Honnavar: Theft of All Four Tyres from Maruti Omni Vehicle

    Honnavar, August 26, 2025 – A theft incident was reported in Kasturaba Nagar, Shirasi, Honnavar, where unknown perpetrators stole all four tyres, along with their rims, from a Maruti Omni vehicle owned by Satish Shetty. The theft occurred between 6:30 PM on Saturday, August 23, 2025, and 8:30 AM on Sunday, August 24, 2025. Satish Shetty promptly filed a complaint at the Honnavar Police Station, leading to the registration of a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, likely Section 305 for theft, which carries a penalty of up to two years imprisonment, a fine, or both.

    The Honnavar police have launched an investigation

  • DK Shivakumar Apologizes for Mentioning RSS Song in Assembly, Clarifies Congress Loyalty

    Bengaluru, August 26, 2025 – Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President DK Shivakumar issued an apology during a press conference today for referencing the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) song “Namaste Sada Vatsale” in the Vidhan Sabha, which sparked criticism from Congress leaders, including BK Hariprasad, who demanded an apology for invoking an RSS-associated song.

    Addressing the media, Shivakumar clarified, “I was born a Congressman and will die a Congressman. Those questioning my loyalty are fools.” He explained that his mention of the RSS song was a rhetorical jab at opposition leader R. Ashoka to demonstrate familiarity with RSS ideology, not an endorsement. “I was pulling their leg, nothing more,” he said, emphasizing his adherence to Vidhan Sabha decorum and his long-standing Congress roots from his student activism days. As an MA Political Science graduate, he noted studying various ideologies, including those of the RSS, BJP, Communist parties, and Muslim League, and even attended a Muslim League meeting, admiring their discipline.

    Shivakumar expressed regret if his words hurt anyone, stating, “If my remarks caused pain to anyone, including BK Hariprasad, I apologize. I’m ready to seek forgiveness from all.” He clarified that neither the Congress high command nor anyone else had questioned him, urging the matter be closed. He reiterated his commitment to his “dharma” while respecting all religions—Hindu, Muslim, Christian—and placing the highest value on humanism. “The relationship between me and Congress is like that of a devotee and God,” he added.