SWR to run two round trips of special trains between Bengaluru and Mangaluru
R Systems acquires Mangaluru-based Novigo for 400 crore
Maharaja Trophy: Shreyas Gopal Leads Mangaluru Dragons To 52-run Win Over Mysore Warriors
Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 League: Mangaluru Dragons skipper Shreyas Gopal delivered a comprehensive performance at the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20, guiding his side to a 52-run victory over Mysore Warriors. Macneil Noronha and Shivraj S. also contributed with the bat while Kranthi Kumar was the leading wicket-taker yet again with four wickets to ensure the Warriors were bowled out for 121 in pursuit of 174. In the second innings, Shreyas Gopal struck in the first over to dismiss Karthik S.U. (8 off 4) and jolted the Warriors early, but Karthik C.A. (34 off 21) responded fiercely, smashing two sixes and a four off Gopal in the third over. The Dragons fought back, as Ronit More removed Venkatesh M. and Kranthi Kumar claimed Harshil Dharmani, to end the powerplay at 51/3. Shreyas Gopals impact only grew from there as he snapped up Manish Pandey (12 off 7), who looked menacing after three fours, and Lankesh KS (11 off 12), to return figures of 3-36. Karthik C.A., who had soldiered on despite the flurry of wickets, was eventually bagged by Sachin Shinde to push the Warriors to 74/6 in 10 overs. Yashovardhan Parantap (28 off 20) and Sharath Srinivas (14 off 18) offered some resistance with a 30-run stand until Kranthi Kumar castled Parantap in the 15th over. Kumar then took care of K. Gowtham (0 off 2) in the same over and also picked up Sharath Srinivas in the 17th to effectively close the contest. Macneil Noronha picked the final wicket of Shikhar Shetty (7 off 7) to bundle the Warriors out for 121. After a fiery opening spell for Prasidh Krishna that only conceded 10 runs in his first two overs, Sharath B.R. (25 off 16) attacked spinner Shikhar Shetty for two sixes and a four to help the Dragons finish the powerplay at 53/0. Kushaal Wadhwani and Yashovardhan Parantap halted the Dragons, taking four wickets in as many overs. Wadhwani removed Sharath B.R. and Aneesh K.V. (6 off 6), while Parantap dismissed Lochan Gowda (34 off 31) and Aadarsh Prajwal (5 off 4), leaving the Dragons struggling at 76/4 at the 10-over mark. After a fiery opening spell for Prasidh Krishna that only conceded 10 runs in his first two overs, Sharath B.R. (25 off 16) attacked spinner Shikhar Shetty for two sixes and a four to help the Dragons finish the powerplay at 53/0. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Prasidh Krishna struck twice in the death, dismissing Thippa Reddy (5 off 8) before removing skipper Shreyas Gopal, who had made a useful contribution. Shivraj S. provided the final push with a rapid knock, including two boundaries and two sixes to take the Dragons to 173/7 Article Source: IANS
RPF busts gangs snatching phones in Thiruvananthapuram
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Railway Protection Force (RPF), Thiruvananthapuram Division, has made a major breakthrough against phone-snatching gangs on trains, cracking three cases in August. Senior railway officials said the coordinated operations with the Government Railway Police (GRP) and local police led to multiple arrests and recovery of stolen property, strengthening passenger security under Operation Yatri Suraksha. According to RPF, the first case was reported on August 10 when a passenger on the Thiruvananthapuram-Mangaluru Malabar Express was attacked and robbed near Aluva. Six persons were arrested within 18 hours, and the stolen items were recovered. The second case occurred on August 11 on the Netravati Express near Aluva, where a passengers phone was snatched from outside the train. A minor was arrested the same day, and two others, along with a shop owner, were later held, leading to the recovery of five stolen phones, including an iPhone 14 Pro. The third case was reported on August 16 from the Secunderabad-Thiruvananthapuram Sabari Express near Ernakulam. Three persons were arrested, and the stolen phone was recovered, officials said. Senior Divisional Security Commissioner (RPF), Muhammed Haneef, said the quick detection of the cases showed the strong coordination between RPF and GRP.
SWR to run special trains from Bengaluru to Karwar and Hubballi to Mangaluru for Ganesha festival
The South Western Railway (SWR) will operate a special train between Bengaluru and Karwar to clear extra rush of passengers during the Ganesha Chaturthi
Special train from Hubballi to Mangaluru Central on August 26
South Western Railway is running the service to clear the extra rush of passengers during the festival
Police should continue booking suo-motu cases for derogatory statements, inflammatory posts
Just like suo motu cases were booked for inflammatory speeches following the recent lynching and two murders, the Dakshina Kannada police should use the same action now to prevent efforts to denigrate Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara temple, said Dakshina Kannada district BJP president Satish Kumpala in Mangaluru on Tuesday.
Express spl train between Vijayapura and Mangaluru Central regularised
Five persons involved in abduction of Kerala jewellery store owner arrested in Pune
The Mangaluru city police have arrested in Pune five persons allegedly involved in the abduction of a jewellery store owner from Kanhangad in Kerala and stealing 350 g of gold biscuits, worth 35 lakh, from him
300 counterfeit sports items seized after police raid two shops in Mangaluru
The Mangaluru city police have raided two sports shops in Ullal and Bunder and seized 300 counterfeit items
Mangaluru city buses to operate from newly-built Mangaladevi terminal soon
Transport Department and Mangaluru City Traffic Police recently conducted a joint survey to finalise the route
KSRTC seeks permits for 31 more routes in and around Mangaluru
There has been an increase in demand for more services after the launch of Shakti scheme, says KSRTC Senior Divisional Controller
Building owners arrested for violating safety norms in Bengaluru
BENGALURU: Halasuru Gate police arrested two building owners in connection with the death of five people, including a couple and their two children, in Saturdays fire mishap. The owners had allegedly constructing a four-storey building unscientifically, in violation of fire and other safety norms. The accused are Balakrishnayya Shetty and Sandeep Shetty, both friends and natives of Mangaluru. The fire broke out in a building located on Rajanna Lane, Nagarathpet, around 3am Saturday. At least 12 people managed to escape, while Madan Kumar Purohit and Suresh Kumar were found charred to death on the ground and second floors of the building. Madans wife Sangeeta Kanwar, and their two children Mitesh and Vihan, were trapped on the third floor as Madan had locked the house from outside. After nearly 12 hours of operation, Fire and Emergency Services personnel and State Disaster Response Force recovered the three bodies. Police said the two owners were arrested on Saturday night, based on a complaint filed against the duo by Madans elder brother. During the probe, it was revealed that the owners had obtained permission only for a G+2 structure, but had built two more floors illegally. They had also violated fire safety norms and failed to obtain mandatory certificates from BBMP and Bescom. Forensic Science Laboratory and Bescom teams visited the spot on Sunday and collected evidence. Further action will be taken after receiving reports from the Fire and other departments. The fire is suspected to have been caused by a short-circuit, police said, adding that the duo is remanded in judicial custody. They were booked under Section 105 (culpable homicide not amounting to murder) and other sections of the BNS.
Independence Day rush spurs rise in rail footfall; calls grow for special trains for Onam
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Major railway stations across the Thiruvananthapuram Division recorded close to a 20% spike in passenger footfall during the Independence Day weekend. The rush, which began on Thursday evening, was managed effectively with the operation of special trains and the addition of extra coaches, said senior railway officials. The surge in passenger numbers is expected to continue until Monday morning. Since Independence Day fell on Friday this year, Southern Railway introduced special services to manage the crowd, including the Mangaluru Junction-Thiruvananthapuram North Special on August 14 and 16, along with return services from Thiruvananthapuram North-Mangaluru Junction on August 15 and 17. Officials said these measures offered much relief to passengers at busy stations. Senior officials of Southern Railway said that the rush is only a precursor to the heavier traffic during Onam. Sources said the passenger footfall is projected to rise by over 40% between September 4 and 7. With this in mind, passengers have urged the Southern Railway to consider deploying additional Vande Bharat Express services for the festive season.
Three killed, seven injured as KSRTC bus hits truck in Karnataka
YELLAPUR (UTTARA KANNADA) : Three people were killed and seven were seriously injured in an accident that occured in the early hours of Saturday in Yellapur taluk in Uttara Kannada district. The incident occurred at Mavalli Cross about seven kms away from Yellapur on Hubballi- Yellapur Highway when a KSRTC bus heading towards Mangaluru rammed into a truck parked along the roadside. The speeding bus hit the truck with such force that the front portion of the bus was damaged badly killing three people on the spot while 7 people were seriously injured. The two deceased have been identified as Neelavva Haradolli of Guledgudda village in Bagalkot and Agirajavva Badanur from Jalihal village, while one person has not been identified yet. The injured are identified as Chidanand Ramesh Kittali from Hunagund, Malappa Yamunappa Katti from Amingad, Manjula Galeppa Halabar, Mallikarjun Fakirappa Andali, Devaki Hanumanth Belli, Sameera Begum Imamsaab Hosamani from Giddanayakanal, Haneefa Mohammed Ali Begum from Rakkasangi. The injured have been shifted to KIMS Hubballi for treatment. Yamunappa Magi, the driver of the bus has been booked for reckless driving and causing the accident which led to several deaths and injuries. According to the police, the incident occured when the driver of the bus, who was speeding, tried to overtake a vehicle. In the process he rammed into the truck parked along the roadside.
Govt. urged to lay 400 kVA Padubidri-Kasaragod power transmission line underground
It is to save many trees and protect environment, says Society for Forest, Environment and Climate Change, Mangaluru
Mangaluru Diocese Officials Denounce Allegations Regarding Dharmasthala Burials
Mangaluru Diocese Officials Denounce Allegations Regarding Dharmasthala Burials Mangaluru: The Public Relations Officers of the Mangalore Diocese, Rev. Fr. J. B. Saldanha and Roy Castelino, have vehemently refuted recent allegations made by Opposition Leader R. Ashok concerning the Dharmasthala burial controversy. At a press conference held earlier today, the officials addressed claims made by R. [] The post Mangaluru Diocese Officials Denounce Allegations Regarding Dharmasthala Burials appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Daily train service from Kerala to Velankanni to be a reality soon
KASARGOD: The possibility of a daily train service to Velankanni from Kerala would soon become a reality. MPs from Kerala have been constantly demanding daily train connectivity to Velankanni considering the huge population of Christians going on pilgrimage from the state to the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Health at Velankanni in Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the important pilgrimage centres of Christians, especially Catholic denominations, of Kerala and Karnataka. However, the shrine is poorly connected by Railways despite having a railway station in the town. Mavelikkara MP Kodikunnil Suresh, who has been communicating with Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw regularly on the matter, recently received a positive response from the latter. In a letter dated August 7, 2025, the railway minister assured the MP that the concerned directorate has been asked to examine the possibilities of operating train no. 16361/16362 Ernakulam-Velankanni-Ernakulam Express on daily basis. Following which, the MPs office is optimistic that the daily train to Velankanni would materialise soon. The annual festival of the shrine is held every year on September 8, the birthday of Mother Mary. Thousands take out a pilgrimage to Velankanni starting from the last week of August. From Kerala, the shrine can be reached by rail through train no. 16361 Ernakulam Junction-Velankanni Bi-weekly Express starting from Ernakulam at 1pm on Mondays and Saturdays to reach Velankanni at 5.40am the next day. In return direction, train no. 16362 Velankanni-Ernakulam Bi-weekly Express that leaves Velankanni at 6.40pm on Sundays and Tuesdays to reach Ernakulam at 11.40am the next day. Apart from this, there is only one weekly train from Vasco da Gama (Goa) to Velankanni that runs via Hubbali and Salem. Most travellers have to take connecting train or vehicles to reach Velankanni. David Christy DSouza from Manjeshwar, who went to Velankanni with his family recently, said, I had to spend `8,000 for a tempo traveller from Trichy to reach Velankanni as there are no direct trains, he said. Moreover, most believers find the journey to be cumbersome. Pilgrimages are usually taken by the elderly people who cant risk such connecting journeys, said Hanumantha Kamath from West Coast Rail Yatri Development Committee in Mangaluru.
Construction workers to protest in Mangaluru on August 18
Federation to urge the State government to allow environment-friendly extraction of sand and laterite stones required by the construction sector
Southern Railway adds additional coaches for extended weekend holidays
KASARGOD: Southern Railway has decided to augment additional coaches to trains operated in Kerala to clear extra rush of passengers in view of extended week end since Independence Day falls on Friday. According to a statement from the zonal railway, Train No. 16604 Thiruvananthapuram Central Mangaluru Central Maveli Express journey commencing from Thiruvananthapuram Central will be provided with One Additional Sleeper Class Coach on Aug. 14, 17 and 18 and One Additional Three Tier AC Coach on Aug. 15. Train No. 16603 Mangaluru Central - Thiruvananthapuram Central Maveli Express journey commencing from Mangaluru Central will be provided with One Additional Sleeper Class Coach on August 16 and 17 and one Additional Three Tier AC Coach on August 14. Train No. 16629 Thiruvananthapuram Central Mangaluru Central Malabar Express journey commencing from Thiruvananthapuram Central will be provided with One Additional Sleeper Class Coach on August 14, 17 and 18 and One Additional Three Tier AC Coach on August 15. Train No. 16630 Mangaluru Central - Thiruvananthapuram Central Malabar Express journey commencing from Mangaluru Central will be provided with One Additional Sleeper Class Coach on August 16 and 17 and One Additional Three Tier AC Coach on 14th August 2025.
Nipah survivor from Mangaluru in coma at Kozhikode hospital to get 17 lakh from CMDRF
He had initially contracted the infection while attending to a patient during the 2023 outbreak in Kozhikode
One-way unreserved special train to service from Mangaluru Central to Shoranur on Aug. 14
Dharmasthala mass burial case: SIT uses GPR at Site No. 13, no remains found
MANGALURU: The SIT deployed drone-based Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and took up manual digging at the alleged burial Site No. 13 searching for any possible human remains. But there was no trace of human remains. The GPR had reached Belthangady on Monday and demo of the search operation at Site No. 13 which was pending for technical reasons was done. On Tuesday, GPR technology was used at the spot in the presence of SIT chief DGP Pronab Mohanty and SP Jitendra Kumar Dayama, who is the investigating officer and Puttur Division Assistant Commissioner Stella Varghese and the witness complainant. The machine didnt detect any remains at the spot and SIT decided to take up manual digging which went on till evening. No remains were found even after digging for 15 ft deep. Sources said manual digging is expected to continue on Wednesday too.
Vijayapura-Mangaluru Central Special to run as regular service from Sept. 1
Two-day seminar on life and works of V.J.P. Saldanha in Mangaluru
Capt. Chowta urges MeitY to make Mangaluru a hub for large-scale data centres
Congress raises suspicion of potential vote theft in Bantwal Assembly constituency in Mangaluru
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informs Lok Sabha that Hassan-Mangalore Rail Development Corporation will bear cost of station development
Monsoon in Mangaluru: The story of an accidental coastal coffee legacy
Monsooned Malabar Coffee, a unique brew from India's Malabar Coast, owes its distinctive flavor to a historical maritime accident. Coastal producers in Mangaluru replicated the sea voyage effect on land, using monsoon winds to transform the beans. This meticulous process yields a mellow, earthy coffee, prized globally for its unique qualities and blending attributes, with Mangaluru as its top producer.
MANGALURU: The Ministry of Tourism, in response to a query in the Rajya Sabha, released comprehensive data showing trends in Foreign Tourist Arrivals (FTAs) to India and Indian Nationals' Departures (INDs) for tourism from 2019 to 2024. The figures, provided by Minister of Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, reveal a strong rebound in both inbound and outbound travel following the COVID-19 slump. India received 99.5 lakh foreign tourists in 2024, a significant increase from 64.4 lakh in 2022 and approaching the pre-pandemic high of 1.09 crore in 2019. Meanwhile, Indian outbound tourism has surged, with 3.08 crore Indians travelling abroad in 2024, up from 2.78 crore in 2023, and surpassing the 2019 figure of 2.69 crore. Among the top contributors to India's tourism in 2024 were the United States with 18.04 lakh tourists, followed by Bangladesh (17.5 lakh) and the United Kingdom (10.2 lakh). Other notable countries showing strong arrival numbers included Australia (5.18 lakh), Canada (4.76 lakh), and Sri Lanka (2.81 lakh). A few countries showed substantial recovery and even growth post-pandemic, such as Japan (1.94 lakh) and Germany (2.56 lakh). On the other hand, Indian nationals traveling abroad reached new highs. The UAE remained the top destination in 2024 with 77.8 lakh Indian travellers, followed by Saudi Arabia (34.2 lakh) and the United States (21.4 lakh). Malaysian tourism department says over half of country's tourists hail from South India Thailand (19.1 lakh) and Singapore (15.3 lakh) also saw considerable traffic, indicating the growing popularity of Southeast Asia among Indian tourists. The data reveals that in 2024, foreign tourists arrived in India from over 65 countries, showcasing the global appeal of India as a travel destination. Similarly, Indian nationals travelled to more than 65 international destinations during the same year, reflecting the growing aspiration and mobility of Indian tourists. Destinations like Vietnam, Australia, and Indonesia showed impressive year-on-year growth in attracting Indian tourists, with Vietnam growing from 1.23 lakh in 2022 to nearly 4 lakh in 2024, and Australia increasing from 4.89 lakh to 6.61 lakh in the same period. The data reflects a clear recovery trajectory for global travel involving India, with a positive outlook for both inbound tourism and outbound travel by Indian citizens. While several markets have regained momentum, others are still catching up, likely influenced by geopolitical and economic factors. Interestingly, a few countries continued to lag behind pre-pandemic levels. China, which sent 3.39 lakh tourists to India in 2019, registered just 38,960 in 2024. Similarly, Afghanistan, which once contributed over a lakh visitors in 2019, saw a drastic drop to just over 1,200 in 2024.
A retired woman in Mangaluru was defrauded of Rs 3.09 crore in a sophisticated digital arrest scam. Cybercriminals posing as law enforcement officials convinced her that a parcel in her name contained drugs. They coerced her into transferring her pension savings over several months, promising to resolve the fabricated case, before she realised the deception.
A run through historical places in Bunder area of Mangaluru
Mangalore Runner Club organised an 8-km Heritage Run for the participants to get a glimpse of the rich past of the citys Bunder and adjoining areas
Thiruvananthapuram seventh safest city in India, 149th globally
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Thiruvananthapuram has secured the 7th position among the safest cities in the country according to the Numbeo Safety Index 2025. Globally, it stands 149th with a safety index score of 61.1 and a crime index of 38.9. The Numbeo Safety Index is a crowdsourced, real-time assessment of how safe people feel in their countries and cities. It ranks cities based on public perceptions of safety in daily life, covering both daytime and nighttime experiences. It evaluates personal safety concerns such as risks of mugging, robbery, car theft, physical attacks and harassment in public places. The index also factors in discrimination based on skin colour, ethnicity, gender, or religion, alongside property crimes like vandalism and burglary, and violent crimes such as assault and homicide. A higher safety index score indicates a city is safer with lower crime rates and more effective law enforcement. Thiruvananthapurams position ahead of large metro cities like Chennai and Pune highlights the citys relative security and improved public safety. The capitals position reflects the impact of higher detection rates, swift responses to complaints and active citizen participation. Mangaluru top in India, Abu Dhabi safest: Index The control room camera systems are functioning effectively. The citys population is largely law-abiding, which naturally keeps crime rates low. Most incidents are reported from the outskirts, where commercial activity is higher. Anti-social elements are under constant surveillance, and preventive measures, including KAAPA, are being implemented effectively. The higher density of police stations compared to the population is another advantage. Above all, our continuous effort to reduce response time is a major factor in maintaining safety. Our focus will be to further reduce crime and make the city even safer, said city police commissioner Thomson Jose. Leading the list among Indian cities is Mangaluru in Karnataka with a safety index of 74.2. Other top cities include Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Surat, Jaipur, and Navi Mumbai. Several cities in the Middle East have earned global recognition for their safety, with five of them being ranked among the worlds top 10 safest cities. Leading the list is Abu Dhabi, holding the top spot as the safest city globally for the ninth consecutive year. India was positioned 67th among the worlds safest countries, achieving an index score of 55.8.
HomeComing platform launched to help experienced professionals find work in Coastal Karnataka
Capt. Brijesh Chowta says that recently Mangaluru is declared as the safest city. More Mangaloreans should come back to their native place and work for the growth of the region
Recently, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly about the absence of nightlife to entertain youth in Mangaluru
Special trains between Mangaluru and Thiruvananthapuram North ahead of Independence Day weekend
KASARAGOD: Kasaragod Southern Railway announced special trains between Mangaluru Junction and Thiruvananthapuram North to clear the rush of passengers during the Independence Day holidays. According to a statement from the zonal railway, Train No. 06041 Mangaluru Junction Thiruvananthapuram North Bi-Weekly Special Express will leave Mangaluru Junction at 7.30 p.m. on Aug. 14 and 16 (Thursday & Saturday) and reach Thiruvananthapuram North at 8.00 a.m., the next day. Train No.06042 Thiruvananthapuram North - Mangaluru Junction Bi-Weekly Special Express will leave Thiruvananthapuram North at 5.15 p.m. on August 15 and 17 and reach Mangaluru Junction at 6.30 a.m. the next day. The trains will have a coach composition of 01- Two-tier AC Coach, 02- Three-tier AC Coaches, 17-Sleeper class Coaches, & 02- Second Class Luggage cum Brake Vans. These trains will stop at Kasaragod, Kanhangad, Payyanur, Kannur, Thalassery, Vadakara, Kozhikode, Tirur, Shoranur, Thrissur, Aluva, Ernakulam, Cherthala, Alappuzha, Ambalapuzha, Haripad, Kayamkulam, Sasthankota and Kollam.
Special trains between Mangaluru Junction and Thiruvananthapuram North to meet festive rush
Canara Engineering College of Mangaluru gets autonomous status
The college is managed by 134-year-old Canara High School Assocation of Mangaluru. The autonomy is valid till 2034-35.
It also asks Palakkad Division to expedite construction of a Railway Over Bridge at Pandeshwar Level Crossing to avoid frequent traffic jams
Experts: Continuous monitoring needed to avert landslides in Karnataka
BENGALURU: While technological interventions and continuous relaying of information can help avert tragedies, experts point out that it is also imperative to have a dedicated team of people to continuously monitor and analyse data. Experts point out that there are multiple government and private agencies working, but there is a lack of coordination. There is also a major lack of scientific input across the country. Prof GL Sivakumar Babu, Geotechnical Engineering Division, Civil Engineering Department, IISc, said there is a need to create a group of people who will be dedicated to studying the same. Stability in data management and working is needed. Government officials are posted for a short duration, and they lack the expertise. The government should consider investing in such long-term interventions rather than focusing more on compensation and loss mitigation, he said. Experts pointed out that there is a growing need to invest more in technology. Prof Sajeev Krishnan from the Centre for Earth Sciences, IISc, said that landslides are more likely to occur in the Western Ghats because of the steep slopes. Thus, areas like Coorg, Mangaluru, Idukki and Goa are vulnerable. Similar is the case with the Himalayan regions in India, where the slopes are steeper. Another expert geologist, working with the government, said, One of the prime reasons for landslides to occur is the lack of creation of a small drainage system in the hills when they are cut for civil works. This is the basic mistake which is being consistently made, apart from the improper cutting of the slopes. It is common sense to understand that when a terrain is cut or drilled, you are making the region vulnerable to tragedies. Putting pipes to drain out water from the saturated soil during monsoon is one simple solution which has been suggested but not followed. Another crucial negligence is not undertaking regular carrying capacity studies. Each time a terrain is altered, the carrying capacity and environmental impact change. Thus, a dedicated team to study all this regularly is needed. An official from the Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre said a simple method of averting tragedies is not to undertake any construction or repair works during monsoon. They should be completed and tested before monsoon, but how projects are approved, executed and how tenders are released, inadvertently works are undertaken during monsoon, making areas more vulnerable to tragedies.
Too many halts hamper train speed upgrade on Thiruvananthapuram-Ernakulam stretch: Railways
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Excessive stops of several trains are posing a hindrance to increasing the top speed on the Thiruvananthapuram-Ernakulam stretch to 110 kmph. MPs and MLAs continue to press for additional halts, undermining the efforts of the Thiruvananthapuram railway division, according to sources with Southern Railways. While trains like Vande Bharat to Kasaragod and Mangaluru have the advantage of higher speeds, others such as Venad Express, with 19 halts, Thiruvananthapuram-Guruvayur Intercity, with 14 halts, and Vanchinad Express, with 17, run at an average speed of just 45-50 kmph between Thiruvananthapuram and Ernakulam. Other trains with over 10 stops on the stretch also struggle to cross this speed range. Reducing stops is not feasible, as it would spark protests by elected representatives and local associations. Our engineering team in Thiruvananthapuram is working on ways to increase the speed of trains with over 10 stops without cutting down the number of halts, a senior railway official said. Many senior officials admitted that political leaders often view new stops as a matter of pride, especially ahead of elections. A retired divisional railway manager echoed the concern, noting that Vande Bharat trains can currently run at a speed of 100-110 kmph only because they have fewer stops. If more halts are added, those trains will lose their edge. Allocation of more stoppages remains a chronic issue in Southern Railways, he said. Adding a passengers perspective, P K Krishnankutty, a senior citizen and retired state revenue official, urged politicians to rethink their approach. Our politicians have to stop demanding more stoppages. MLAs or MPs may be doing this due to the request from constituents, but they fail to understand the reason for it that the railways offers convenient and cheap transportation. Instead of pressuring the railways, they should take efforts to improve other public transportation systems, like the KSRTC, he said. The Thiruvananthapuram division is exploring technical and operational fixes, said sources. To enhance overall speeds and passenger convenience and maintain higher punctuality levels, the division is undertaking a systematic review and rationalisation of scheduled stops on selected routes. This measure is designed to improve punctuality and journey times of key services such as Vanchinad, Venad and Intercity Express, while still meeting essential passenger requirements, the railway division said.
ED attaches cash in the account of prime accused in 2022 Mangaluru blast case
YouTubers attacked near Dharmasthala, four hospitalised
Mangaluru: Four men, representing three YouTube channels, including a cameraman, were attacked by a large mob near Dharmasthala in Dakshina Kannada district on Wednesday evening, when they were interviewing a person, amid an ongoing probe by SIT into the alleged mass burial case, police said. The incident occurred close to the residence of a college-goer, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
2002 Mangaluru cooker bomb blast case: ED attaches Rs 29K bank deposit
New Delhi: Funds worth Rs 29,176 kept in the bank account of an accused in the ISIS-inspired 2022 Mangaluru cooker bomb blast have been attached under the anti-money laundering law, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) said on Wednesday, August 6. The blast took place in an auto rickshaw at the outskirts of Mangaluru on November 19, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
MP urges Railway Minister to introduce Vande Bharat Sleeper between Mangaluru and Bengaluru
The Mangaluru-Bengaluru route sees consistently high passenger demand from students, working professionals, tourists, and traders alike, the MP tells Vaishnaw
Team Mangaluru, a group of kite flyers, will showcase its new kites Tulunadu chariot and water is life at the Dieppe International Kite Festival to be held in France from September 13 to 21
Poshan Tracker data shows persistent malnutrition among children; central, eastern states worst hit
MANGALURU: As of June 2025, 5.46% of children under five in India were found to be wasted (low weight for height), and 15.93% were underweight (low weight for age), according to the latest Poshan Tracker data. Among children aged 06 years, 16.50% were recorded as underweight, indicating that malnutrition continues to pose a significant public health challenge across the country. The figures expose stark disparities among states. Bihar reported 20.98% underweight and 9.31% wasting rates, among the highest in India, followed closely by Madhya Pradesh (24.82% underweight, 8.19% wasting) and Jharkhand (19.13% underweight, 6.68% wasting). Other high-burden states include Tripura, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh, with underweight prevalence ranging from 17% to nearly 20%. In the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, wasting reached 11.62%the highest in the countrywhile 22.54% of children there were underweight. Despite a national push to improve nutrition through Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0, the data reveals uneven outcomes. Many states, particularly in central and eastern India, continue to grapple with persistently high malnutrition rates. However, there are clear examples of improvement and effective intervention. Some states have managed to keep both wasting and underweight figures impressively low. Goa reported only 0.78% wasting and 1.96% underweight children. Sikkim (1.95% wasting, 1.69% underweight), Manipur (0.67%, 2.69%), and Himachal Pradesh (2.41%, 6.88%) also performed strongly. Southern states showed moderate success, though with some variations. Tamil Nadu emerged as a top performer in the region, with 3.54% wasting and 6.29% underweight, well below national averages. Kerala reported similarly low wasting (3.20%) but had a higher proportion of underweight children (10.18%). Karnatakas data showed 3.18% wasting, but a relatively high 16.50% underweight. Andhra Pradesh reported 4.97% wasting and 7.68% underweight, while Telangana lagged slightly behind, with 5.93% wasting and 17.00% underweight. These figures suggest that while southern states have managed to contain acute malnutrition to an extent, chronic undernutrition remains a concern, particularly in Karnataka and Telangana. According to data presented in the Lok Sabha, the government's nutrition monitoring system has evolved significantly with the implementation of the Poshan Tracker, launched in March 2021. The tool captures real-time data on growth metrics, daily attendance at Anganwadi centres, and distribution of supplementary nutrition. The integration of facial recognition for Take-Home Ration (THR) distribution and the introduction of dashboard analytics have further improved targeting and transparency. Compared to NFHS-5 (201921), which reported 32.1% underweight and 19.3% wasting among children under five, the current data reflects progress. However, the gap between the projected population of children under six (16.1 crore) and those enrolled in Anganwadi services (8.61 crore) signals the need for expanded coverage and deeper outreach.
Call to strengthen Kannur-Mangaluru rail connectivity gains momentum
Railways to operate special trains from Mangaluru for Onam
250 CISF personnel from Mangaluru make use of mental health support services
The programme was started in November 2024, and so far 75,181 CISF personnel and their family members have utilised its services
NIA searches over 10 places in Mangaluru
The search was carried out in connection with the killing of murder-accused and former Bajrang Dal activist Suhas Shetty
NIA Raids 14 Locations In Karnataka In Hindu Activist Suhas Shetty Murder Case
The sleuths of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are conducting simultaneous raids at 14 locations on Saturday across Mangaluru district in connection with Hindu activist and rowdy sheeter Sushas Shetty murder case.
Bones Found From Sixth Site In Dharmasthala Mass Burial Case
The Special Investigation Team (SIT) has recovered bones during the excavation of the sixth burial site at a Hindu pilgrimage centre in Mangaluru district of Karnataka, sources confirmed on Thursday.
Capt. Chowta meets Amit Shah, seeks NIA office in Mangaluru
Dakshina Kannada has long been vulnerable to radical, anti-national forces, given its sensitive location, says MP
Dharmasthala mass grave case: SIT recovers human bones on third day
Mangaluru: In a major development in connection with the mass grave allegation case, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) has recovered human bones during the excavation of the sixth burial site on the third day along the premises of Dharmasthala in Karnataka, sources confirmed on Thursday, July 31. SIT suspect male bones Two human bones, suspected Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
459 waiting for organs in Mangaluru zone
So far, there have been 41 cadaver donations of organs in Dakshina Kannada
170 Hours In A Week: Mangaluru Student's Bharatnatyam World Record
A Mangaluru student has set a new world record by performing Bharatanatyam continuously for 170 hours, over seven days.
Nagara Panchami celebrated with pomp and gaiety in coastal belt
Devotees thronged Kukke Subrahmanya temple in Kadaba taluk in Dakshina Kannada and Kudupu Ananthapadmanabha temple in Mangaluru, well known places for serpent worship, in large numbers
Plastic Park project at Ganjimutt in Mangaluru attains only 61% progress, says Anupriya Patel
Ganjimutt is among 10 places in the country where the Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has approved Plastic Park project
Mangaluru Press Club to honour rice conservationist B.K. Deva Rao on July 31
Mangaluru Girl Dances Into History With 170-Hour Bharatanatyam Feat
Dancing 170 hours without sleep, while maintaining balance of mind and body, is divine. She has created a record that brings pride to Tulu Nadu and India itself: Dr. Shrividya Muralidhar
CGHS Wellness Centres sanctioned in Mangaluru, Udupi and Shivamogga: Union Minister Prataprao Jadhav
Requisitions to fill the posts of vacant posts of doctors and paramedical staff are sent to UPSC and SSC, respectively, he says
Siddappa Kambali Law College signs MoU with Mangaluru firm to provide exposure to students
Karnatak University Sir Siddappa Kambali Law College (KUSSK), Dharwad signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SCLRSEA, VDMS Private Limited, Mangaluru
Intensive drives under way against traffic violations: Mangaluru City Traffic Police
Mentally challenged man killed in Mangaluru had 35 external injuries: Autopsy
The postmortem of a mentally challenged man from Kerala who was allegedly brutally murdered by members of the Hindu rightwing, April, in Mangaluru has revealed that he suffered 35 external injuries. It is to be noted that the man was beaten to death for allegedly raising Pakistan Zindabad slogans. While the police claim that it Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Vicar accused of sexually abusing minor surrender before Kasaragod court
The police launched a State-wide search forming three special investigation teams that traced his possible moments to Chennai, Mangaluru and Mumbai
Skeletons of Past Tumble out of Dharmasthala's Valley
The SIT team has already started the preliminary works in Mangaluru. The Whistleblowers statement, spot visit and other works are likely to be conducted in the next few weeks after following due process.
Mangaluru International Airport gets Level 4 accreditation in customer experience
The ACI Airport Customer Experience Accreditation programme is the first global initiative focused on advancing customer experience management within the airport industry
Mangaluru International Airport Earns ACI Level 4 Accreditation
The accreditation, awarded on July 16, 2025, is valid for one year and follows the airport's attainment of Level 3 accreditation in February 2024, they said
Five new Volvo Airavat Club Class 2.0 buses flagged off
According to KSRTC, these new-generation buses, a continuation of the 20 flagged off by the Chief Minister in December 2024, will operate on the Bengaluru-Tirupati (one bus), Mangaluru-Bengaluru (two buses), and Mysuru-Mantralaya (two buses) routes
HR cost in Mangaluru is 30-35% lower than tier 1 cities
Karnataka rain: Heavy rains across coastal districts on July 24
On July 24, schools and colleges were closed in Mangaluru, Mulky, Moodbidri, Bantwal, Ullal and Kadaba taluks of Dakshina Kannada district
International air travel sees 5 per cent surge in May 2025; Domestic traffic also grow
NEW DELHI: Air passenger traffic in the country continues its growth trajectory month-on-month, with a 3 per cent increase in overall passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. Data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) reveals a higher demand for international travel, with a 5% increase recorded during the same period. The Air Traffic Report for May, made public by AAI, reveals that 6.76 million passengers flew abroad compared to 6.44 million last year. They form part of the 35.38 million who travelled in May 2025, compared to 34.34 million in May 2024. Air Traffic Movements (flight arrivals and departures) recorded a 5.9 per cent increase, with 2.78 crore movements in May this year compared to 2.63 crore in May last year. A total of 67,62,343 people opted to fly abroad in May 2025, versus 64,41,392 during the same month last year. Relatively smaller airports, compared to the top five, are showing a significant surge in demand for international travel. Goa recorded a nearly 300 per cent surge in international flyers, with 26,211 passengers in May 2025 compared to May 2024. In terms of percentage, Pune followed with a high growth of 85 per cent (34,388 flyers) during the same period. Coimbatore Airport, with 28,809 flyers, registered a 48.4 per cent increase in patronage over the previous year. Mangaluru and Surat saw a 35.1 per cent increase, with 62,159 and 18,790 flyers respectively in May this year. Similarly, Kannur Airport, with 1,00,993 international flyers, and Nagpur, with 10,471 flyers, each recorded a 20.7 per cent increase over their previous figures. The boom in international travel from Bengalurus Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) continued, with 6,05,742 flyers in May this year, up by a significant 25 per cent over the same month last year. In comparison, other major airports like Mumbai (13,42,584 flyers) and Delhi (17,04,549 flyers) recorded single-digit growths of 2.6 per cent and 1.2 per cent, respectively, over their May 2024 figures. Hyderabad recorded a healthy 11.2 per cent increase with 4,52,243 flyers. Domestic front data On the domestic front as well, relatively smaller airports showed strong growth in May 2025 over May 2024. Jharsuguda recorded 40,808 flyers (a 92.2% increase), Jabalpur 46,924 flyers (90.3%), Gorakhpur 1,00,404 flyers (87.5%), Shivamogga 14,104 flyers (80.6%), Agra 22,521 flyers (77.2%), Kanpur 35,720 flyers (58%), Tirupati 1,06,200 flyers (a 53.7% increase), Rajahmundry 54,963 flyers (50.5%), Tiruchirappalli 74,343 flyers (46.5%), Kannur 46,923 flyers (49.6%), Patna 4,07,993 flyers (34.6%), and Bhuj 18,861 flyers (30.8%).
MP pitches national maritime university in Mangaluru
No on-line services of Mescom in Mangaluru, Udupi for three days from July 25
Indian Red Cross Society Centenary Building to be inaugurated in Mangaluru on July 26
Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot to inagurate the new building
Madgaon-Mangaluru MEMU Express to stop at Harwada and Mirjana
Train No. 10107 Madgaon-Mangaluru Central MEMU Express arrives at Harwada at 5.52 a.m. and Mirjana at 6.40 a.m.
Expo offers a rare glimpse into Mangalurus urban and rural life between the 1970s and 2000s, as captured through the lens of veteran photojournalist Yajneshwara Acharya, aka Yajna
Nine kg of ganja seized from Mangaluru-bound train in Coimbatore
In a letter to the Minister on July 18, Capt. Chowta said that demand for a direct train to Ayodhya from the people of coastal and Malnad regions of Karnataka is growing
Mangaluru police have arrested 45-year-old Rohan Saldanha for allegedly defrauding wealthy businessmen through fake loan and land schemes worth over 50 crore. Saldanha lured victims with promises of massive loans, collected advance payments for stamp duty, then disappeared. A police raid on his opulent home revealed hidden rooms, underground tunnels, and high-end luxury items. Investigators suspect many more unreported victims across India. A broader probe is now underway, with three FIRs filed and links to financial crimes being examined.
Man arrested in Mangaluru for cheating people of over 32 crore
The accused cheated several victims under the pretext of paying stamp duty towards easy loans he promised them
Mangalurus 'Catch Me If You Can': Conman Busted In Rs 500 Crore Scam, Mansion Had Secret Exits
Rohan Saldanhas mansion was filled with concealed staircases, underground corridors, and hidden rooms, all designed to help him evade arrest while running a multi-crore loan scam
Gujjarkere water turns green due to neglect and lack of maintenance by Mangaluru civic body
In February, MCC wrote to Halekote Mariyamma temple administration to take over maintenance of the lake
Opulence, Illusion, Secret Chambers: Karnataka Conman Arrested For Multi-Crore Scam
Build the trust through wealth, stage legal formalities and then vanish after collecting crores, this is how a 45-year-old Mangaluru man conned several businessmen and industrialists.
Landslide Halts Bengaluru-Mangaluru Traffic on NH-75
A landslide triggered by continuous rainfall has disrupted traffic on National Highway 75 near Kadaba taluk in Dakshina Kannada district, halting vehicular movement between Bengaluru and Mangaluru. Authorities are working to clear the debris and restore traffic flow.
Karnataka rains: Landslips reported on Mangaluru-Bengaluru National Highway, near Mangaluru airport
Dakshina Kannada Deputy Commissioner H.V. Darshan visited rain-affected areas at Battagudde, Arya Samaj Road, Pumpwell, Malemar, Ullas Nagar in Kavoor, and Kottara Chowki, on July 16 night
Karnataka rains: Bengaluru-Mangaluru highway blocked by landslip in Kadaba taluk
Dakshina Kannada police estimate that clearing the debris would not be completed before noon at least
