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17/09/2025

17/09/2025

Mangaluru, Sep 17, 2025: A tragic incident was reported near Moodbidri on Wednesday morning when a student collapsed and died after suffering a heart attack while trekking at Konajekallu hill.

The deceased has been identified as Manoj N (22), son of Gopalakrishna Bhat from Bettampady Nadavadka, Irde village in Puttur taluk.

As per reports, Manoj and his friend Karthik (22), a resident of Adoor, Kerala, both final-year CA students in Mangaluru, had gone trekking when the mishap occurred. Manoj reportedly suffered a sudden heart attack, slipped, and died on the spot.

17/09/2025

Karkala, Sep 17, 2025: Vinuta, a bright student from Renjala, Karkala taluk, has turned her dream of pursuing medical studies into reality despite financial challenges. 🌟📚

At the Democracy Day celebrations in Bengaluru, she was among the top 15 students from government residential schools across Karnataka to receive the Chief Minister’s Scholarship of ₹1 lakh. The award was presented by CM Siddaramaiah.

Daughter of Leela and Chinga, Vinuta studied at Miyaru Morarji Desai Residential School, securing 96% in PUC with first rank. She is now enrolled at Sharada Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Mangaluru, stepping closer to her dream of becoming a doctor. 👩‍⚕️✨

17/09/2025

Udupi, Sep 17, 2025: BJP in Udupi has launched a unique ‘Selfie with Potholes’ campaign urging the State government to repair damaged roads in the district. 🚧📸
District BJP president Kutyar Naveen Shetty said selfies will be circulated on social media to pressure the government into action. He alleged that the poor road conditions reveal the State’s lack of funds and commitment.
The campaign, he added, is to “wake the government from its deep slumber.”

17/09/2025

Wishing our Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji a very Happy Birthday!!

15/09/2025

Mangaluru, Sept 15, 2025:
Mangaluru City North MLA Y. Bharat Shetty has demanded ₹15 crore for filling potholes across his constituency, warning that he would launch protests if the government fails to release the funds immediately.

In his statement, Shetty said several works — including underground drainage, retaining walls, and major district road projects — have come to a halt due to lack of funds.

He added that besides pothole repairs, ₹5 crore is required to concretise the Marakada–Maravoor Road connecting Mangaluru International Airport, ₹14 crore for developing Baikampady Industrial Area roads, and ₹1 crore for the Katipalla–Peddi Angadi Road.

Shetty urged the government to utilise resources from the calamity relief fund, PWD, and RDPR departments. He also alleged that District In-charge Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao had failed to consult MLAs regarding funds for repairing damages caused by heavy rains.

15/09/2025

Karkala, Sept 15, 2025:
A case has been registered at Karkala Rural Police Station against the family members of a deceased woman, following a complaint filed by her husband Chetan, who alleged that her health issues were deliberately concealed before marriage.

Chetan married Vinita, daughter of Karunakar and Kavita Hegde, on December 21, 2018. After moving to Bengaluru, the couple was blessed with a baby boy on December 29, 2022.

According to the complaint, Vinita had vision loss in her right eye and was later diagnosed with brain cancer, conditions that Chetan claims were hidden by her family. Despite medical treatment, Vinita passed away on December 18, 2023.

Chetan further alleged that her family not only concealed her illness to deceive him but also failed to return the gold ornaments and mobile phone given at the time of marriage.

15/09/2025

Byndoor, Sept 4, 2025:
A quarrel between two alcohol-addicted friends turned fatal at Devaragadde near Kosalli, Yadtare village in Byndoor taluk late Saturday night.

The victim has been identified as Bino Philip (45), a Kerala native and rubber tapper. The accused, Uday, who had been working with him for two years on a rubber plantation owned by Thomas of Thoodalli Devaragadde, allegedly attacked Bino with a rubber tapping knife during a heated argument.

Bino succumbed to his injuries on the spot. Kundapur DySP H.D. Kulkarni and Byndoor police inspected the scene, and a case has been registered at Byndoor police station.

15/09/2025

Mangaluru, Sept 15, 2025:
The Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) has announced a complete suspension of drinking water supply across the city on September 16, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Officials stated that the disruption is due to urgent repair works at the Thumbay water supply unit and scheduled maintenance by MESCOM. The city, which receives water from the Thumbe vented dam on the Netravathi river, will face a day-long interruption.

Residents have been advised to store sufficient water in advance and make necessary arrangements.