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Deepavali in Coastal Karnataka: A celebration of lights, agriculture and unique Tulu traditions

Deepavali, the festival of lights, is celebrated with great enthusiasm across coastal Karnataka, with a variety of rituals and traditions reflecting the region’s rich cultural heritage

Udupi-born underworld gangster Hemant Poojary reportedly arrested abroad; efforts on to bring him to India

Underworld gangster Hemant Poojary has reportedly been arrested abroad in a joint operation involving Interpol and India’s external intelligence agency

Siddaramaiah sting row: Expelled Congress leader Kripa Alva questioned by CCB

Expelled Congress leader Kripa Alva appeared before the Cyber Crime Police under the CCB in Bengaluru on Monday in connection

Puttur: Man booked for illegally storing firecrackers at home

Bellare police have registered a case against a man identified as Sudhakar Rai for allegedly storing firecrackers without a valid licence

Karnataka govt planning dedicated healthcare policy for women: Minister UT Khader

The Karnataka government is considering introducing a dedicated healthcare policy focused on women’s health and well-being, Health Minister U T Khader said on Sunday

Mangaluru: Two policemen arrested for alleged extortion and robbery near Nehru Maidan

Two police personnel attached to Mangaluru South Police Station have been arrested for allegedly assaulting and extorting money and valuables from a man

Dakshina Kannada man dies after collapsing while climbing Deviramma Hill

A 35-year-old man from Kanyadi in Dakshina Kannada district died after collapsing while climbing the historic Deviramma Hill in Chikkamagaluru

Kinnigoli: Men cheat public by promising to show God

Two members of a group dressed as (monks) were caught by local residents and handed over to the police in Kinnigoli for allegedly cheating tempo drivers

Dakshina Kannada tops Karnataka in PM-RAHAT scheme with 172 road accident victims treated

Dakshina Kannada has emerged as the top-performing district in Karnataka under the PM-RAHAT scheme, with 172 road accident victims receiving cashless medical treatment

Vittal Police Seize Truck Transporting Laterite Soil Without Permit in Bantwal

Vittal police have seized a truck allegedly transporting red laterite soil without valid permits

Six-Year-Old Udupi Boy Wins State Skateboarding Championship, Qualifies for Nationals

Six-year-old Salman Sharik Sheikh, who travelled from Thailand to Bengaluru to compete in the 2026 Karnataka State Skateboarding Championship

Two Arrested with 213 Grams of Ganja Near Maryhill Junction in Mangaluru

The Kavoor police have arrested two men for allegedly possessing 213 grams of ganja with the intention of selling it to youngsters near Maryhill Junction in the city.

World Konkani Music Convention Crosses 110 Hours in Guinness World Record Attempt

The World Konkani Music Convention, organised by Mandd Sobhann at Town Hall in Mangaluru, has crossed 110 hours of uninterrupted singing, marking a major milestone in its attempt to enter the Guinness World Records.

Belthangady: Agrileaf Gifts Five Tata Nexon EVs to Employees as Deepavali Bonus

In a gesture of appreciation for employee dedication and commitment, Belthangady-based Agrileaf Exports has gifted five Tata Nexon electric cars

Two More Arrested in Pradeep Poojary Suicide Case; Total Arrests Rise to Four

Udupi police have arrested two more persons in connection with the abetment to suicide case of Pradeep Poojary, taking the total number of arrests to four.