Mangaluru
Mangaluru Shocker: Priest Accused of Sexually Assaulting Minor Boys Inside Church
Cyprian Pinto, allegedly called the boy to the sacristy room and sexually assaulted him when he visited the church for prayer
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National News
Central Government approves India’s accession to Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA)
Central Government has approved India’s accession to the Southern Indian Ocean Fisheries Agreement (SIOFA). This is a strategic milestone that reinforces India’s position in global fisheries governance
Brahmavar
EXCLUSIVE: Brahmavara Passport Seva Kendra issues 5,193 Fresh Passports in 2026
Until a few years ago, residents of Udupi district had to travel to Mangaluru to access passport services. The opening of Brahmavara facility on March 5, 2018 brought these services closer to home, making the process more convenient for Udupi people
Udupi
Stray Dog Menace: Udupi DC Points to Lack of Coordination Among Animal Welfare Groups
Udupi Deputy Commissioner Swaroopa T K has said that the district administration is receiving complaints about stray dog attacks almost every day, but a lack of response and cooperation from animal welfare organisations is making it difficult to address the problem
Mangaluru
Special: New Mangaluru Port’s Two Projects worth Rs 827.64 crore under Asset Monetisation Plan
The projects involve a multi-purpose cargo terminal at Berth No. 17, estimated at Rs 389.35 crore, and the concessioning of Berth No. 9, valued at Rs 438.29 crore, including interest during construction (IDC) cost. Both were proposed under the public-private partnership (PPP) model
Karwar
‘Akka Cafe’ opens new path to self-reliance for rural women in Uttara Kannada
The district administration has planned to establish Akka Cafes in all taluks of Uttara Kannada. Construction of cafes has been completed in Honnavar, Kumta, Yellapur and Sirsi, and they are ready for inauguration
Editor's Choice
Climate Change Is Here: Why the Race to Carbon Neutrality Matters?
The impact of climate change is not same everywhere. Even when people face similar exposure, their health risks and vulnerability can differ depending on local conditions. Therefore, climate action must be based on local assessments and needs, writes Dr Ashwini Kumar from Manipal