Udupi Gears Up as PM Modi Confirms Nov 28 Visit to Sri Krishna Math
This will be Modis first visit to Sri Krishna Matha after assuming office as Prime Minister
MLA urges youth to engage more in endurance sports
Udupi District Amateur Cycling Association comes into being officially on Sunday
Udupi MLA threatens stir over incomplete district govt. hospital project
Yashpal Suvarna, Udupi MLA, has threatened that he will lead a protest if the State government did not complete the 146-crore new 250-bed district government hospital project at Ajjarakadu in Udupi by January 15, 2026
Two menhirs believed to be of late megalithic period found near Kundapur
In a recent archaeological explorations conducted by the Adima Kala Trust (R.) of Udupi in Kundapur region, two menhirs were found at Hilkod situated on the Neralekatte-Ajri Road and Mavinakere in Kenchanur village in Udupi district
Bengaluru: Astrologer promises to build temple, dupes teacher of Rs 1 crore, 180g gold
A 56-year-old music teacher has accused an astrologer and three associates of defrauding her of nearly Rs 1 crore in cash and 180 grams of gold. The accused allegedly exploited her faith, promising to build a Goddess Lakshmi temple in Kapu, Udupi district.
Cops quiz kin of UP men held in Udupi on espionage charge
Two UP natives held in Karnataka for leaking Indian Navy vessel secrets, suspected link to Pakistan
UDUPI : The Udupi police on Thursday arrested two individuals from Uttar Pradesh, who were allegedly sharing confidential information pertaining to Indian Navy vessels, to unknown persons in Pakistan. The arrested individuals are Rohit (29) and Santri (37) both of Sultanpur in Uttar Pradesh. While Rohit is a contract employee of Udupi Cochin Shipyard in Malpe, Santri worked on contract basis for Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, Kerala. Udupi SP Hariram Shankar told reporters here on Friday that based on a complaint filed by the CEO of Udupi Cochin Shipyard, Malpe, on Thursday Malpe police registered a case under section 152 of the BNS and sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act, 1923. The police then arrested the accused Rohit and Santri, who are diploma holders. Udupi Cochin Shipyard, in Malpe, is an institution under the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. This institution has a subcontract with a company named M/S Shushma Marine Private Limited. Rohit and Santri were recruited by this company to work as insulators. Earlier, Rohit worked at Cochin Shipyard Limited, in Kochi where ships related to the Indian Navy are constructed and repaired, SP said. While working in Kerala, Rohit illegally shared, via WhatsApp, confidential details like repair schedule about ships related to the Indian Navy and gained unlawful benefits. Even after coming to Cochin Shipyard Limited at Malpe, he continued to obtain information from his friend in Kochi and again shared it through WhatsApp with an unauthorised person thereby engaging in activities that could endanger the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India and pose a threat to internal security the SP said. Responding to a query, the SP said that through discussions with other agencies, it is likely that they might have shared the information with Pakistan. It is suspected that the duo have been sharing information for the past 18 months. Currently, Udupi police are handling the case. However, generally, in cases where the national security aspect is involved, national investigation agencies also take it up. The accused have been produced before a court, which has remanded them to judicial custody until December 3. The digital devices used by the accused have been seized, he added. The SP concluded by remarking that the duo received money multiple times and their custody will be sought by the police on Saturday.
Udupi police arrest two UP men for sharing information on Indian Navy ships with Pakistan
Police suspect at least one of them of sharing sensitive classified information about naval ships for the last 18 months
Udupi police arrest two UP men for leaking sensitive shipyard data with Pakistan via WhatsApp
Udupi police apprehended two Uttar Pradesh men, Rohit and Santri, for allegedly leaking confidential ship construction and vessel details to Pakistani contacts via WhatsApp. Working at Cochin Shipyard facilities, the duo transmitted sensitive data, sparking concerns about potential threats to India's maritime infrastructure. Investigations are ongoing into the extent of the leak.
KRCL inks pact to implement next-gen connectivity at Udupi and other two railway stations
SC directive on stray dogs: Udupi DC asks local bodies to open dog shelters
Vijayendra to visit Udupi on November 19
Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University successfully hosted 'Kairos 2025', its annual International Students Day celebration, marking a significant milestone towards fostering global academic collaboration and cultural exchange. The event was organized by the Office of International Affairs & Collaboration and centered on the theme " Empowering Students to be Agents of Change ." MAHE Leaders and student representatives jointly inaugurated 'Kairos 2025' on International Students' Day The gala event commenced with an International University Fair from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, featuring participation from over 30 international universities. The fair offered students a detailed insight into various academic programs, scholarship opportunities, enrollment processes, and campus facilities at host universities worldwide. The event was attended by students and staff from MAHE, as well as participants from recognized colleges in Udupi, demonstrating MAHE's commitment to community engagement. Several of MAHE's existing collaborating universities participated in the fair, strengthening the ongoing partnerships. The afternoon transitioned into a vibrant cultural showcase from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, where country stalls representing 20 nations were hosted by both Indian and international students from different MAHE institutions. The stalls featured students from international mobility programs, including representatives from Efrie-France, Deakin University-Australia, and Maastricht University-Netherlands, along with international faculty members at MAHE. Dr. H.S. Ballal, Pro-Chancellor of MAHE, graced the occasion by visiting the stalls and interacting with participating students. The formal launch of Kairos 2025 took place from 6:15 PM to 6:45 PM, with the Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd), Vice Chancellor as Chief Guest and Dr Sharath K Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor (Health Sciences), MAHE as Guest of Honor. As a symbolic gesture celebrating international cultural diversity, all Heads of Institutions, along with student representatives from participating countries, jointly inaugurated the event. The ceremony concluded with a group photograph commemorating the multicultural spirit of MAHE. Dr. Anup Naha, Director of International Collaborations, MAHE Manipal, commented on the event's success Kairos 2025 is a significance to our vision of creating global citizens who are equipped to navigate and contribute to an interconnected world. By bringing together students, universities, and cultures from across the globe, we are not only celebrating diversity but actively cultivating the collaborative mindset and cross-cultural competencies that define the leaders of tomorrow. " The evening concluded with a few spectacular cultural performances featuring international student bodies including IAESTE, AIESEC, IPSF, and MUN, along with VSO and student teams from Tibet and Maldives. Each team presented five-minute performances aligned with the global theme of Kairos, followed by an energetic DJ program that brought together the diverse student community into grand celebrations. The day-long celebration demonstrated MAHE's commitment to internationalization and provided a comprehensive platform for students, faculty, and international partners to engage in meaningful dialogue about global education opportunities and cross-cultural understanding. About Manipal Academy of Higher Education The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specializations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bengaluru, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable track record in academics, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant contributions to research, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim both nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 3rd in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and enriching campus life.
The Karavali Development Board, Mangaluru (erstwhile Coastal Development Authority), in its first meeting held in Udupi on Monday, discussed taking forward proposals to build an international cricket stadium and an airport in the vicinity of Padubidri in Udupi district, according to chairman of the board M.A. Gafoor
The police said the car was heading to Udupi from Bengaluru
Open Ambalpady VuP for traffic, Udupi MLA urges police
MLA for Udupi Yashpal Suvarna asked the district police to open the vehicular underpass structure at Ambalpady junction for traffic entering and leaving Udupi city so as to reduce inconvenience to road users
Stating that the CMC has the capacity to maintain and develop the lake, the MLA cautions the administration against PPP model development
Chandigarh Chief Secretary to be felicitated in Udupi
Karnataka high court grants bail to surrendered Naxalite in Udupi cases
Hundreds participate in the Unity March in Udupi
Four persons held for late-night brawl in Udupi
Class 10 student found dead in stream in Udupi
Udupi DC directs private bus operators to fix doors in all buses
Udupi Deputy Commissioner T.K. Swaroopa on Monday directed private bus operators to install doors in all buses and ensure that these are closed while plying
Udupi Police Bust Fake Gold Loan Racket; Five Arrested
Acting on the complaint and in view of a rise in similar cases in the district, Udupi Police formed three special teams under the supervision of Kaup Circle Inspector: Reports
Udupi police seize two sand filled lorries
PM Modi to Take Part in Laksha Kantha Geeta Parayana
A mass recitation of the Bhagavad Gita by one lakh devotees at Udupis Krishna Math on November 28
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend Udupi Sri Krishna Mutts geethothsava event on November 28
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Udupi Sri Krishna Mutt on November 28 to attend the geethothsava programme, Udupi Paryaya and Putthige Mutt seer Sugunendra Tirtha
Over 1,000 laterite stones seized in Vitla, Udupi
Arrange basic facilities during Udupi Paryaya, Deputy Commissioner tells officials
Person accused of availing 13.19 lakh loan by pledging fake gold with Bank of Maharashtra in Udupi
Udupi CMC prohibits random feeding of stray dogs in public places
Those feeding stray dogs should also get them immunised and sterilised, says the civic body
Activists, others object to private bus operators scuttling operations of KSRTC buses in Udupi
Udupi: Woman Held For Cheating Two Of Rs 1.45 crore In PMEGP Loan Promise
According to police, the complainant, Sarita Lewis (39), a resident of Heradi, of Yadtadi village in Udupi district, stated that in November 2023, she came to know the accused Kaushalya through Anjalin DSilva. Koushalya claimed she could help secure a PMEGP subsidy loan
Cyclone Montha: IMD issues yellow alert for 11 districts in Karnataka
Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Dakshina Kannada, Bidar, Kalaburgi, Yadgir, Vijayapura, Bagalkot, Raichur, Koppal and Gadag districts are likely to receive heavy rainfall on October 27 and 28.
Heavy to very heavy rain likely in Udupi, UK districts on October 27
Five houses damaged owing to lightning strike, tree fall in Udupi district
Udupi police seize illegally stored crackers worth over 1.02 crore
KRCL introduces digital locker facility at Udupi railway station
Three Boys Drown In Sea Near Udupi
The victims, all residents of the area, had gone to the sea for a swim when they got caught in the waters: Reports
Three boys drown in sea in Udupi district
Goodu Deepa competition at Udupi Sri Krishna Mutt on Oct. 19
Ex-MLA Gopal Bhandaris Son Dies By Suicide In Udupi
The Station Master of Barkur railway station, Srinivas Shetty, filed a complaint, following which a case under Section 194 of BNSS was registered at the Brahmavar police station: Reports
Udupi police book two for illegal laterite stone quarrying
The Byndoor police have booked two persons in separate cases of alleged illegal quarrying of laterite stones
Not proper to ban RSS activities in Karnataka, says Pejawar seer
Seer of Udupi Pejawar Mutt Vishwaprasanna Tirtha said on Monday that it is not proper to ban RSS activities in the State
Udupi SP asks people to use 1930 helpline to report cyber financial frauds
Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar said that cybercrime helpline number 1930 plays an important role in stopping financial frauds. If victims report the frauds immediately to the helpline, accounts can be frozen, which increases the chances of recovering the money
Actor-playwright Raju Talikoti passes away
He suffered a heart attack on Sunday night and passed away at KMC Hospital in Manipal of Udupi district on Monday evening
MP asks Konkan Railway to provide coach watering facility at Udupi Railway Station
Coach watering facility is essential to start and terminate trains in between Madgaon and Mangaluru, says Kota Srinivas Poojary
Udupi Police Trace Boy Missing For 13 Years
This is the second major success for the team in a week. On Tuesday, they traced 16-year-old Ananthakrishna Prabhu, who had gone missing from Mundkur village in 2012, living in Bengaluru after 13 years.
Mentally challenged man traced by Udupi police after 14 years
Udupi district administration removes cages kept at illegal animal rescue centre in Saligrama
The 16 animals rescued were found severely dehydrated and weak, with viral infections, eye problems, injuries, parasitic infestations and covered in their own filth.
Manipal police arrest Telangana native on charges of peddling cannabis
In a special drive against drug abuse, the Udupi police book as many as 35 cases in the last fortnight
Udupi kambala association gets govt.s recognition
Nearly 100 animals rescued from unlicensed animal rescue centre in Udupi district
Sudhindra Aithal ran the facility without any licence by hoarding animals in deplorable condition, says PETA India
15-day sailing expedition of NCC Naval cadets to begin in Udupi on Oct. 6
Social and Educational Survey records 19.94 % progress in Udupi district
Three Arrested for Brutal Murder of Udupi Bus Operator
The arrested have been identified as Mohammad Faisal Khan (27), Mohammad Sharif (37) of Udupi and Abdul Shukur (43) of Mangaluru.
Three arrested on charges of murder of private bus operator in Udupi
2,000 households surveyed in five days in Udupi district
10 new tech driven companies begin operations in Mangaluru, Udupi-Manipal
According to Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM), the Mangaluru Cluster, comprising Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Uttara Kannada and Kodagu districts, has over 250 tech companies with about 28,000 employees
Drug abuse: Udupi police to make QR code more visible in public places
As of now, the QR code is available with all 167 educational institutions in Udupi district, which have anti-drug committees
Make preparations to buy paddy under MSP in Udupi district: DC to officials
B.Y. Raghavendra seeks report on implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission works in Udupi district
The direction stems from many gram panchayats passing resolutions expressing serious dissatisfaction over the quality of work
Indrali Bow String Bridge Inaugurated to Ease UdupiManipal Commute
Vehicles are expected to be allowed on the new structure shortly, and commuters are confident that the facility will finally end years of congestion on the busy UdupiManipal corridor
The Minister of State for Railways inaugurates the additional RoB atop the Mangaluru-Mumbai Railway line on NH 169A at Indrali in Udupi
Samithi to urge Somanna for coach watering and train stabling facilities in coastal Karnataka
Introduction of Bengaluru-Udupi Vande Bharat Express and Udupi Railway Station development under Amrit Bharat Scheme will also be demanded
Udupi district Congress to collect 1,11,100 signatures in support of vote chor, gaddi chod campaign
100 signatures will be collected from each of the 1,111 booths in the district, says Ivan DSouza
Four arrested for peddling drugs in Udupi and DK dists.
Somanna to inaugurate additional railway overbridge at Indrali on September 21
Minister of State for Railways V. Somanna will inaugurate the newly constructed additional railway overbridge (RoB) on Malpe-Tirthahalli National Highway 169A atop Mangaluru-Mumbai railway line at Indrali in Udupi on September 21
195 persons undergo civilian rifle training in Udupi district of Karnataka
59 applications have been received from the Udupi sub-division, 55 from the Karkala sub-division and as many as 81 from the Kundapur sub-division
Udupi Wears Festive Look With Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Vitlapindi festivities
Though Janmashtami is observed across the country on the ashtami (eighth day) of the lunar month of Shravan, Udupi follows the solar calendar, marking the festival on the ashtami of Simha month
Thousands of devotees join Vitla Pindi celebrations in Udupi
Paryaya Udupi Puttige Mutt seers Sugunendra Tirtha Swami and his junior, Sushreendra Tirtha Swami, initiate Annadana programme at Sri Krishna Mutt complex at noon
South India will celebrate Ashtami Rohini, or Sri Krishna Jayanti, on September 14, 2025, honoring Lord Krishna's birth. Celebrations in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka include fasting, prayers, and temple visits. The Udupi Sri Krishna Temple and Guruvayur Sri Krishna Temple are central to the festivities, emphasizing Krishna's teachings of righteousness and devotion.
Udupi decks up to celebrate Janmashtami on Sept. 14 and Vittal Pindi on Sept. 15
Vittal Pindi, which is also called Sri Krishna Leelothsava, will begin on the Car Street on Monday at 3 p.m
19 years on the run, Gujarat police arrest disguised fugitive in Karnataka
AHMEDABAD: After 19 years on the run, Gujarats Surat City police have finally nabbed Naresh Kesrimalji Rawal, the prime accused in a brutal 2007 robbery and murder case. Rawal, who had been living under a fake identity in Karnatakas Udupi district, was arrested by the Special Operations Group (SOG) in a dramatic undercover operation. Surat city DCP Rajdeep Singh Nakum said, The SOG team arrested a wanted accused carrying a reward of Rs 45,000. Back in 2007, when he was working as a driver, he and his accomplices killed and robbed a security guard. Our team tracked him down to Udupi, Karnataka, where he was finally arrested. Surats most wanted fugitive, Naresh Kesrimalji Rawal, has finally been captured after evading the law for 19 long years. Rawal, the prime accused in a 2007 robbery and murder case, was arrested by the Surat Special Operations Group (SOG) in Udupi, Karnataka, where he had been hiding under a false identity. The dramatic case traces back to Umra, Surat, where Rawal, then employed as a driver for a family whose sons lived abroad, plotted a deadly robbery. Exploiting his access to the house, Rawal brought in his accomplice Ravi Pandey and tipped off partners-in-crime Vijay Gupta and Santosh Gupta. On the fateful day, Rawal and his gang held the elderly couple hostage and murdered the watchman who tried to resist them. They escaped with gold ornaments and foreign currency worth over 2 lakh, leaving behind terror and bloodshed. Police acted swiftly and arrested Vijay and Santosh Gupta, but Rawal and Pandey vanished without a trace. Rawal, the mastermind, hopped across cities Mumbai, Chennai, Belgaum, Uttara Kannada frequently changing his name and identity to dodge law enforcement. With a Rs 45,000 reward announced for his capture, the trail ran cold until a recent intelligence tip-off revealed that he was living in Udupi. Acting on this lead, SOG officers disguised themselves as South Indian traders, infiltrated the locality, and confirmed his identity. Rawal had assumed the name Nirmal Kesrimalji Korawar, working as a marble labourer and driver while marrying a local woman from the Korawar community to blend in further. After days of surveillance, SOG finally pounced and arrested Rawal, bringing a two-decade-old manhunt to a dramatic close. Police also revealed that Rawal had two earlier housebreaking cases registered at Surat citys Umra police station in 2005, highlighting his deep-rooted criminal history. His associate Ravi Pandey, however, remains at large, keeping the investigation active.
Man arrested for chain snatching in Udupi dist.
Additional Railway over Bridge at Indrali to be commissioned on Sept. 22, says MP
Work on the RoB, between Udupi and Manipal on NH 169A atop Mangaluru-Mumbai Railway line was on since 2018
Karnataka Man Stabs Woman On Her Birthday For Refusing Marriage Proposal
In a shocking case, a man allegedly stabbed a woman on her birthday after she refused his marriage proposal in Karnataka's Udupi district, said police on Friday.
Udupi Police Seize 65 kg Ganja, Arrest Two
A case has been registered at Malpe Police Station under the NDPS Act, 1985. Police said further investigation is underway to trace the supply chain and other associates involved.
Udupi police book Ravisha Tantri Kuntar for inflammatory speech
Udupi police arrest two persons; 50-lakh worth cannabis seized
UGC grants autonomous status to Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has granted autonomous status to Madhwa Vadiraja Institute of Technology and Management (SMVITM), Bantakal, a unit of Sode Group of Institutions, Udupi
Banks urged to improve credit-to-deposit ratio to 50% in Udupi district
Canara Bank Regional General Manager Mahamaya Prasad Roy urged banks in Udupi district to strive hard to improve the credit-to-deposit ratio to 50% from the present 47.88% as per the Reserve Bank of India guidelines
Unending misery for road users as one of two bridges on NH 66 at Arate continues to remain closed
The Deputy Commissioner of Udupi had ordered closure of the old bridge across the river Souparnika on NHAIs plea that it had become unfit for vehicular traffic
Udupi police arrest two persons for illegally transporting cattle
The accused reportedly attempted to run over a team of policemen who tried to stop the vehicle in which the accused illegally transported five head of cattle, near Hejmadi Toll Gate, on August 5
Man booked for sexual harassment in Udupi
Udupi police arrest six persons in two cases of online trading racket
Moon will turn copper red on Sunday midnight during total lunar eclipse
The total lunar eclipse that will occur on lunar day on September 7 night lasting till September 8 early morning will be at its peak at 11.41 p.m. on Sunday, said Atul Bhat, assistant professor of physics with Poorna Prajna College, Udupi
Doctor and two others arrested after Udupi police unearth child procurement racket
The Udupi police have arrested three persons, including a doctor, after unearthing an child procurement racket
