Mangaluru: The Mangalore University (MU) has formally asked the state govt to take over two unfinished infrastructure projects — the International Hostel and the Belapu PG Centre in Udupi — citing severe financial strain.Vice-chancellor prof PL Dharma said the university submitted a proposal to the state govt seeking full takeover of the projects so the…
Mangaluru: A quiet shift is reshaping placements at engineering colleges of undivided Dakshina Kannada, with Japan turning out to be a major destination for graduates from Karnataka’s coastal education hub. Colleges that once saw students head largely to the Middle East and other established job markets, including Bengaluru, are now increasingly sending engineering talent to…
Mangaluru: In a move to promote eco-friendly celebrations, the Mangaluru City Corporation (MCC) has introduced an initiative to honour newly married couples who adopt zero-waste principles during their wedding ceremonies.As part of the initiative, MCC officials will assess such events and present couples with a certificate of appreciation if their weddings are conducted without the…
Mangaluru: A development project worth Rs 2.9 crore has been approved to provide better infrastructure for passengers at the Kabaka-Puttur railway station, said Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh Chowta.Under this project, a large shelter will be constructed on Platform No.1 at Kabaka – Puttur railway station at a cost of Rs 2.9 crore. Currently, the…
Mangaluru: The DYFI Mangaluru City Committee has urged the govt to provide title deeds and secure the land rights for poor families living on the Tannirbhavi shore.The DYFI Mangaluru City Committee, Tannirbhavi Action Committee and Dalit Rights Coordination Committee Tannirbhavi held a protest in front of the Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board in Baikampady on…
Mangaluru: The Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikarnakatte, commenced its annual 40 hours of Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration at 6 am on Tuesday, offering prayers for peace in the world, especially in the backdrop of the ongoing conflicts in West Asia. This year marks the 16th year of this spiritual tradition at the shrine, which has been drawing…
Udupi: The American Heart Association (AHA) rolled out its 2025 Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (ECC) in India at Kasturba Medical College (KMC), Manipal, a constituent unit of Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), on Tuesday.The event, themed ‘Advancing Excellence in Resuscitation Science and Emergency Cardiovascular Care,’ brought together healthcare leaders,…
Mangaluru: The Social Democratic Trade Union (SDTU) has expressed concern over the shortage of LPG at fuel stations in various parts of the district, including the city, causing severe hardship to autorickshaw drivers and the working class. The SDTU members have urged the govt to take note of the issue and initiate corrective measures.SDTU Mangaluru…
Mangaluru: In a case of theft involving the donation box at the Sri Ramanjaneya Temple in Kenjaru village, Bajpe police arrested an interstate suspect on Tuesday.Mangaluru City police commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy said that on March 3, 2026, a case was registered regarding the theft of approximately Rs 25,000 from three donation boxes after breaking…
Mangaluru: The National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK), Surathkal, conducted its first outdoor trek under the NITK Academy for Defence, Adventure and Leadership (NADAL) minor degree programme ‘Resilient Leadership’, marking the start of experiential training activities for students.Held recently at Mudigere, the trek saw the participation of 36 students and was designed to combine physical…
