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BENGALURU Three alleged fans of actor Darshan, the main accused in the 2024 Renukaswamy murder case, were arrested on charges of threatening a key witness in an attempt to prevent him from testifying before court. According to police, the three accused, Venu, Suhas, and Puneet
Haleangadi In Haleangadi, a training workshop was organized under the initiative of the Department of Cooperation, focusing on the role of directors and staff in managing cooperative societies effectively. The event was held as part of the “Cooperative Week” celebrations marki
Somwarpet In Somwarpet, the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign for updating the voter list was officially launched at the MLA’s residential office. The initiative aims to ensure accurate voter registration and strengthen democratic participation in the region. The ca
Karkala The induction programme for the 2026–27 batch of first-year BTech students at the Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), a constituent institution of Nitte (Deemed to be University), was inaugurated at the university's newly built amphith
Mangaluru Hundreds of traditional fishing boats remained anchored along the Mangaluru coast on Thursday as soaring kerosene prices forced fishermen to suspend their daily operations. The steep rise in fuel costs has left many members of the traditional fishing community strugg
Chikkamagaluru An email threat claiming a bomb would be detonated at the Chikkamagaluru District Court created brief panic on Thursday, prompting a swift response from the police department and a full-scale security operation on the premises. According to officials, the thr
Shringeri protest demands strict cow slaughter law enforcement, urges vigilance, unity, and stronger action from authorities. Shringeri A public protest meeting was held in Shringeri near the MESCOM office, organized by local units of the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Baj
Government approved Hebri–Parkala NH-169A forest clearance allowing 2.49 hectares diversion Construction to resume after years delay improving Udupi regional connectivity significantly boosting transport infrastructure region Udupi The Government of Karnataka has officially
Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project faces opposition, seer demands minister clarification on environmental concerns and project details Shivamogga Bangaramakki seer Sri Maruti Guruji has demanded that Karnataka Energy Minister K.J. George issue a public clarification regardin
Shikaripura The Pulse Polio Immunization programme was launched at an anganwadi centre in Doddapete, Shikaripur, as part of the government’s effort to prevent infectious diseases among children. Speaking at the event, Bal Vikas Samiti member Praveenkumar said the Pulse Polio c
Virajpet Members of Om Shakti Construction and Other Building Workers Welfare Association urged labourers to strengthen their organisation by enrolling as members and accessing government welfare schemes during the annual general meeting held in Virajpet. President S Sedu said
Udupi Shirva police arrested three youths from Bengaluru for allegedly cheating a fuel station in Kurkal by escaping without paying for diesel worth Rs 4,711. The accused, identified as Mohammed Riyaz (26), Mohammed Afraz (23), and Ashil (21), were tracked down in Bengaluru fo
Dandeli In Dandeli, growing allegations of illegal liquor sales and violations of excise regulations have triggered strong public criticism against the Excise Department, with residents questioning the lack of effective enforcement action. Locals claim that several liquor o
Haveri The Vikasit Bharat – Garib Kalyan and Aajeevika Grameen (VBG-Rama Jyothi) scheme has been launched to promote comprehensive rural development across districts, with the primary aim of improving livelihoods, expanding employment opportunities, and strengthening rural inf
Bhatkal A dog squad along with police personnel conducted a detailed inspection at courier service centres and post offices in Bhatkal of Uttara Kannada district on Tuesday, as part of intensified efforts to detect and prevent the movement of narcotic substances through parcel
Joshi demands probe into alleged KPSC chief misuse of power, writes to CM and Governor over irregularities Hubballi Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has written to the Chief Minister of Karnataka and the Governor, demanding a high-level investigation into serious allegations of
Koppal Deputy Commissioner Dr. Suresh Itnal directed officials to promote integrated organic farming, reduce chemical fertiliser use and strengthen farmer awareness on crop insurance schemes. Koppal Koppal Deputy Commissioner Dr. Suresh B. Itnal has directed agriculture and
Rambhapuri Sri Warns BJP Against Sidelining Vijayendra, Urges Unity, Says Ignoring Lingayat Leadership Could Harm Party's Electoral Prospects in Karnataka Davanagere Rambhapuri Mutt Sri Renuka Veera Someshwara Rajadeshikendra Shivacharya Mahaswamiji on Thursday said the Bha