CMC warns against discharging wastewater into storm drains | Mangaluru News

Udupi: The Udupi city municipal council has directed residents not to release wastewater from houses, apartments and commercial buildings into stormwater drains meant for rainwater flow. The public has been directed to construct soak pits within their premises and dispose of wastewater in accordance with regulations. The municipal authorities have warned that strict action will…

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DC directs roadmap for eco-friendly tourism in Udupi | Mangaluru News

Udupi: Deputy commissioner Swaroopa TK Saturday directed tourism stakeholders to prepare and present a comprehensive roadmap for the development of eco-friendly tourism in Udupi district.Chairing a meeting at the DC office in Rajathadri, she said Udupi’s scenic beaches, the Western Ghats, forests, waterfalls and prominent religious centres attract thousands of tourists every year. Before taking…

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Summer gets new refreshing juice with upgrades to cashew apple | Mangaluru News

Mangaluru: In an effort to transform an often-overlooked fruit into a viable source of income, a group of like-minded farmers, scientists and agri-enthusiasts are working to unlock the commercial potential of cashew apples through value addition and grassroots innovation.The initiative, titled ‘Cashew Apple to Market’, is led by Shree Padre, researcher and editor of Adike…

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KRCL posts record Rs 27.5 cr ticket-checking revenue | Mangaluru News

Mangaluru: Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) reported a strong performance in the last financial year, with passenger traffic rising and ticket-checking revenue touching a record Rs 27.5 crore.As part of its operational initiatives, KRCL flagged off the Dev Darshan Special Train, including six FTR services connecting pilgrimage centres such as Ranjangaon, Ayodhya and Rameshwaram.Freight efficiency…

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Rowdy-sheeter from Karkala arrested under Goonda Act | Mangaluru News

Udupi: A rowdy-sheeter from Karkala Town police station in Udupi district, has been arrested under Goonda Act. The accused is Ganesh Poojary, 48, a resident Kowdoor village, Karkala taluk, was arrested following a report submitted by Hariram Shankar, SP, Udupi district. Based on this, the district magistrate and deputy commissioner of Udupi issued the order…

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Udupi student rides 5.5k km to Nepal on 26-year-old bike | Mangaluru News

Udupi: In a remarkable feat of endurance and nostalgia, Prajwal Shenoy, a 24-year-old hotel management and tourism student from Shirva in Udupi, completed a 5,500km cross-border solo expedition to Nepal.What makes this journey extraordinary is his choice of vehicle — a 26-year-old Hero Honda Splendor. Commencing the journey from Shirva on March 10, Shenoy navigated…

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