A growing trend sees Konkani Catholic men from Mangaluru finding brides from inland districts due to local educational & job disparities. Over 50 such marriages occur annually, say church officials.
Mangaluru City Police to deploy AI-based ANPR cameras at three national highway junctions. The Rs 1 crore project includes body-worn cameras and new signboards. Read more about the enhanced traffic monitoring system.
Mangaluru City Police enforces strict New Year guidelines. Events require prior permission by Dec 23, must end by 12:30 AM. DJs, drugs, obscenity banned. Read full rules.
A major disturbance erupted at Mangaluru District Prison, leading to a police case against 15 inmates. Authorities are investigating the protest over alleged food quality issues.
An undertrial prisoner was assaulted inside Mangaluru District Jail. Six inmates have been named. Read the full details of the incident and police action.
Mangaluru event venue owners must now obtain a sound NOC for every open-air event, causing operational delays. Police stress rule adherence on decibel limits and timing. Read more.
Mangaluru's Karavali Utsav 2024 starts December 20, featuring cultural programs, adventure sports, and food festivals across six beaches. Discover the full schedule here.
Mangaluru RTO office was targeted by a hoax bomb threat email claiming ISI-LTTE involvement. Police found nothing after a thorough search. Read the full details of the incident and investigation.
Bishop Antony Kattiparambil was consecrated as the 36th bishop of Cochin Diocese in a historic ceremony in Fort Kochi. Read about the ceremony and his journey.
MLC Ivan D'Souza vows to take Mangaluru's Rs 1,250 crore sewer crisis, road, and water issues to CM Siddaramaiah. Read about the public grievances meeting.
Karnataka's Fisheries Minister Mankal S Vaidya announces a new sea ambulance for fishermen's safety, part of a Rs 37.5 crore harbour modernisation. Read the full story.
In a major crackdown, Mangaluru CCB seized MDMA drugs valued at Rs 50 lakh and arrested four individuals near the Sundaram Shetty Convention Hall. Read the full details of the operation.
A Canara Bank manager in Mangaluru files a police complaint, alleging a Rs 104.7 crore loss due to fraudulent loan sanctions by 15 individuals. Read the full investigation details.
A major theft in Mangaluru sees 80 bags of premium coffee beans, valued at Rs 21 lakh, stolen from a private warehouse. Police are investigating the audacious overnight heist.
Mangaluru police constable Raju Naik suspended after trespassing into a house and assaulting a family member. He is in custody, with further investigation ongoing. Read the latest updates.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has agreed to discuss the demand for a circuit high court bench in Mangaluru with the Karnataka Chief Justice. Lawyers' delegation met CM to push for swift justice in coastal region.
A three-year-old boy, Azleen Siddiq, died after being hit by a car in Charmadi village. Belthangady police have registered a case against the driver for rash and negligent driving. Read the full details.
A Congress event in Mangaluru marking the Gandhi-Narayana Guru centenary became a political show of OBC strength, attended by CM Siddaramaiah but not Deputy CM Shivakumar, hinting at power dynamics.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah enjoyed a traditional Mangalurean lunch featuring naati koli saaru in Mangaluru. The meal, organised by Congress leaders, followed a similar breakfast with DK Shivakumar. Read more about the coastal culinary diplomacy.
Over 100 passengers spent the night at Mangaluru airport after IndiGo flight 6E 5150 to Mumbai was cancelled due to crew duty time limits, causing distress and multiple delays.
A 5-year-old in Mangaluru can now eat, speak & smile after a complex multi-stage jaw reconstruction at KMC Hospital for TMJ ankylosis. Read his inspiring journey.
Mangaluru prison authorities file cases against undertrials for assaulting inmates & instigating unrest. One inmate allegedly challenged the Superintendent. Details inside.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar downplays slogans raised in his support at Mangaluru airport, calls it routine political enthusiasm. He asserts Congress unity ahead of assembly session.
Congress workers in Mangaluru turned a welcome for AICC leader KC Venugopal into a show of support for Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, highlighting the ongoing leadership tussle in Karnataka. Read more.
Congress workers raised slogans for DK Shivakumar as AICC's KC Venugopal landed in Mangaluru, exposing internal dynamics ahead of a key event with CM Siddaramaiah. Read the full report.
NITK Surathkal's Coastal Conclave united 30 CEOs to forge a sustainable, tech-driven economic vision for Mangaluru, aligning with Atmanirbhar Bharat and Sagarmala.
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin praised para-athletes at CSI Madras Diocese's sports meet. Despite heavy rains, the event at Nehru Indoor Stadium celebrated their achievements. Read more.
Assembly Speaker UT Khader mandates timely processing of property applications, introduces monthly adalats and online system to cut delays. Read about the new reforms.
Mangaluru gears up for Karavali Utsava 2025-26, a 16-day cultural extravaganza from December 20 to January 4. Experience music nights, sports, exhibitions & more. Discover the full schedule!
Mangaluru International Airport's rapid emergency response saved a passenger's life. Read how the coordinated effort unfolded and the flight resumed its journey.