Lighthouse Festival 3.0 in Visakhapatnam on Jan 9-10
Visakhapatnam gears up for Lighthouse Festival 3.0 on January 9 & 10. The event, backed by Union ministries, aims to celebrate maritime heritage and boost coastal tourism. Join the celebration!
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Sea Erosion in Odisha Displaces Villagers, Destroys Livelihoods
Krushna Chandra Behera, 80, highlights the harsh reality of relocation in Odisha. Uprooted by sea erosion, villagers face a 12km trek through crocodile-infested mangroves to farm. Read about the human cost of climate displacement.
Solo Road Trip to Dhanushkodi: A Ghost Town's Tale
A travelogue recounting a spontaneous solo road trip from Chennai to the ghost town of Dhanushkodi via Puducherry and Rameshwaram, driven by an old New Year's resolution. Discover the haunting beauty of India's southern tip.
Coastal Erosion Uproots Lives in Odisha, Livelihoods Lost
Coastal erosion forces Odisha villagers into resettlement, trading safety for lost livelihoods. As the sea advances, India's eastern shoreline faces a growing crisis. Read more.
NDMA expert proposes livelihood plan for Satabhaya climate refugees
NDMA specialist Rita Missal visited Odisha's Satabhaya, India's first rehab colony for climate refugees, to recommend a master plan for livelihood restoration after coastal erosion.
Suvali Beach Festival 2026: A 3-Day Coastal Extravaganza
Gujarat gears up for the Suvali Beach Festival 2026 from Jan 9-11. Enjoy cultural performances, adventure sports, and local cuisine. Plan your visit with special bus services!
Man drowns at Valiyathura beach on New Year's Day
Aneesh Jose, 37, drowned while bathing with family at Valiyathura beach in Thiruvananthapuram. Fishermen launched a search after his wife's cries. Read the full tragic story and safety reminder.
Saudi Arabia's New Beach Regulations for Red Sea Coast
Saudi Arabia unveils mandatory beach operator rules and a digital coastal guide to boost safety and tourism under Vision 2030. Discover how this transforms the Red Sea experience.
Bengaluru Group's Public Safety Debate Gains Traction
A Bengaluru initiative, 'Text when you get home', highlights that safety is about daily micro-decisions. Founder Devina S discusses building collective awareness. Read more.
Surfers Tanvi Jagadish & Rohan Suvarna Nurture Coastal Watersports
Surfers-turned-entrepreneurs Tanvi Jagadish and Rohan R Suvarna are fostering a vibrant watersports culture in coastal Karnataka. Discover their journey and impact.
Mumbai strangers help driver on Coastal Road, video goes viral
A heartwarming video shows strangers on Mumbai's Coastal Road pushing a broken-down car to safety. This act of kindness has gone viral, showcasing the city's spirit.
Zuari Bridge Twin Towers Project Delayed Over Clearances
The ambitious twin towers project on the new Zuari bridge faces delays as it awaits crucial CRZ, forest, and pollution board approvals. Key details and next steps inside.
Helicopter rides launched at Mangaluru's Karavali Utsava
Mangaluru launches thrilling helicopter rides during Karavali Utsava, offering breathtaking aerial views of the coast. Experience a unique break from routine. Book your flight now!
Japan Approves Record $782 Billion Budget, Boosts Defence
Japan approves a record 122.3-trillion-yen budget for 2026, focusing on defence and social security. PM Takaichi's spending sparks market fears over public debt and a weak yen. Read more.
India to have 100+ tsunami-ready villages in Indian Ocean
India is set to become the first nation in the Indian Ocean region with over 100 villages certified as 'Tsunami Ready' by UNESCO-IOC. This community-driven initiative boosts coastal resilience against tsunamis and cyclones.
Surat's Rs 77 Crore Water Project for Coastal Localities
Surat Municipal Corporation plans a Rs 77 crore water infrastructure project near the airport to improve supply in Dumas, Sultanabad, and Bhimpore. Read about the new tanks and pipeline network.
Goa CRZ Norms Ignored: 555 Complaints, Few Demolitions
Following the deadly Birch fire, Goa's CRZ violations are exposed. GCZMA received 555 complaints in 5 years but executed only 138 demolitions. Read the shocking details of enforcement failures.
Odisha fast-tracks Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip economic hub
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development plan.
Minister Urges Vande Bharat for Bengaluru-Goa Route
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy requests Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to launch a Vande Bharat Express between Bengaluru and Madgaon, Goa, citing public demand and improved rail infrastructure. This move aims to boost connectivity and tourism.
Fire guts Utorda's Jamming Goat shack, Rs 10 lakh loss
A massive fire destroyed the popular Jamming Goat shack at Utorda beach in Goa early Sunday. No injuries reported. The cause is suspected to be a short circuit. Read the full report.
KPCC's Poojary Backs Karnataka Hate Speech Prevention Bill
KPCC's Padmaraj R Poojary hails the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025, as crucial for social harmony. The bill targets inflammatory rhetoric linked to recent murders.
Semiconductor Startup Chooses Coastal Karnataka for R&D Hub
Sophrosyne Technologies, a health-tech semiconductor startup, sets up its R&D centre in Udupi, Karnataka. It raised $2M seed funding, plans to expand its team to over 50. Read more about this Silicon Beach expansion.
5-Year Jail, Rs 50k Fine for Ganja Possession in Mangaluru
Mangaluru court sentences Joseph TE to 5 years rigorous imprisonment and a Rs 50,000 fine under the NDPS Act for possessing over 2kg of ganja in 2008. Read the full details of the long-pending case.
Goa's Curlies Restaurant Sealed for CRZ Norms Violation
Goa authorities seal Anjuna's Curlies Restaurant after NGT upholds demolition order. The action is part of a statewide crackdown on illegal coastal structures. Read the full story.
Goa's Curlies Beach Shack Sealed After CRZ Violations
Goa authorities seal the popular Curlies beachfront eatery in Anjuna for Coastal Regulation Zone violations. This follows a major crackdown after the Arpora nightclub fire.
Breach Candy Residents' Survey Reveals Demand for Local Corporator
Ahead of BMC polls, 400 families in Mumbai's Breach Candy demand a corporator from their locality. Survey highlights civic issues and a crucial demand for a Coastal Road exit. Read the full report.
US East Coast Flood Alert, Colorado Wildfire Warning Issued
NWS issues coastal flood advisories for NYC, Long Island, New Jersey ahead of storm. Colorado under red flag warning for high wildfire risk due to strong winds and low humidity. Stay informed.
Coastal Road Traffic Halted After Smoke Enters Tunnel
Northbound traffic on Mumbai's coastal road was halted for 30 minutes after smoke from a minor fire under a promenade slab entered the tunnel. Officials suspect drug addicts may have caused the blaze. Read for details.
TCS Shifts Strategy with $700M Acquisition as Growth Slows
Tata Consultancy Services makes its largest acquisition since 2008, buying US-based Coastal Cloud for $700 million. This marks a strategic pivot from organic growth to acquisitions, mirroring Accenture's playbook to tackle slowing outsourcing revenue and
Goa fishing canoe found, four fishermen rescued safely
A Goan fishing canoe with four fishermen, missing since Monday, was located off Karwar and brought to Talpona jetty. The rescue involved the Indian Coast Guard and Goa coastal police. Read the full story.
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