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Screen Time Concerns: Karnataka Mulls Mobile Phone Curbs for Under-16s to Curb Addiction
Screen Time Concerns: Karnataka Mulls Mobile Phone Curbs for Under-16s to Curb Addiction
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 22, 2026

Bengaluru: The Karnataka government is exploring the possibility of restricting mobile phone and social media usage among children below 16 years, amid growing concerns over digital addiction and its impact…

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In the news Karnataka
‘No Agents, No Corruption’: Karnataka CM Warns on Transfers as 1,000 Health Staff Get Appointments
‘No Agents, No Corruption’: Karnataka CM Warns on Transfers as 1,000 Health Staff Get Appointments
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 21, 2026

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday asserted that eliminating corruption in recruitments and transfers remains a key priority of his government, stating that all appointments and transfers in the…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
Mysterious Yellow Spots After Drizzle in Dakshina Kannada: Samples Sent for Testing
Mysterious Yellow Spots After Drizzle in Dakshina Kannada: Samples Sent for Testing
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 21, 2026

Kadaba, Feb 21: A brief spell of light drizzle in parts of Kadaba taluk of Dakshina Kannada late Thursday night and early Friday morning has left residents puzzled after unusual…

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Focus India
Big Shift at Highway Tolls: Cash Payments Likely to Go — Here’s What You Need to Know
Big Shift at Highway Tolls: Cash Payments Likely to Go — Here’s What You Need to Know
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 21, 2026

Cash payments at National Highway toll plazas across India are likely to be phased out from April 1, 2026, as authorities push for a fully digital toll collection ecosystem. The…

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‘Modi is a great gentleman; India will be paying tariffs; US will not!’: Donald Trump
‘Modi is a great gentleman; India will be paying tariffs; US will not!’: Donald Trump
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 21, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday confirmed that there would be no changes to the parameters of the U.S.-India trade deal announced on February 2, even after the U.S. Supreme…

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Experts call for clarity on Mangaluru Airport’s future plans amid demand for another airport
Experts call for clarity on Mangaluru Airport’s future plans amid demand for another airport
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 20, 2026

Mangaluru: The debate over setting up a new airport in coastal Karnataka should be guided by the future expansion roadmap of Mangaluru International Airport (MIA), Dakshina Kannada MP Capt Brijesh…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
Mangaluru: Demand for protest venue near Praja Soudha; DC assures alternative location
Mangaluru: Demand for protest venue near Praja Soudha; DC assures alternative location
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 20, 2026

Mangaluru, Feb 20: The question of allowing protests near Praja Soudha figured prominently during a grievances meeting held on Thursday, where representatives of farmers’ groups and other organisations urged the…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
Mangaluru: Farmers object to Udupi–Kasaragod TL work, allege crop damage, delayed payments
Mangaluru: Farmers object to Udupi–Kasaragod TL work, allege crop damage, delayed payments
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 20, 2026

Mangaluru: Farmers voiced strong objections to the ongoing Udupi–Kasaragod 400 kV transmission line work being executed by Udupi-Kasargode Transmission Limited (UKTL) during a grievances meeting chaired by Deputy Commissioner Darshan…

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Focus Karnataka
Karnataka RTC Employees Agitation Over Pay Revision; Bus Services Largely Unaffected
Karnataka RTC Employees Agitation Over Pay Revision; Bus Services Largely Unaffected
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 19, 2026

Employees of the State-run road transport corporations staged an agitation on Thursday, February 19, 2026, pressing for salary revision, clearance of pending arrears, and other service-related demands. Despite the protest,…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi People
NITK Surathkal Researchers Develop Biochar System to Clean Soil and Water
NITK Surathkal Researchers Develop Biochar System to Clean Soil and Water
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 19, 2026

Mangaluru: In a significant advancement for sustainable agriculture and environmental protection, researchers at National Institute of Technology Karnataka (NITK) Surathkal have developed an innovative biochar–microbe system that can remove toxic…

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‘Pay before you pass’: Iran formalizes Hormuz transit rules – how, which nations will get permits?

  • By CD Web Desk
  • May 11, 2026
‘Pay before you pass’: Iran formalizes Hormuz transit rules – how, which nations will get permits?
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Iranian forces strike US vessels in swift retaliation for tanker attack

  • By CD Web Desk
  • May 8, 2026
Iranian forces strike US vessels in swift retaliation for tanker attack
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Iran’s Foreign Minister in Russia for close consultations on international issues

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  • April 27, 2026
Iran’s Foreign Minister in Russia for close consultations on international issues
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Iran warns of decisive response if illegal US naval blockade continues

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  • April 25, 2026
Iran warns of decisive response if illegal US naval blockade continues
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Iran raises alarm at UN over US misuse of Arab states’ soil and airspace for aggression

  • By CD Web Desk
  • April 23, 2026
Iran raises alarm at UN over US misuse of Arab states’ soil and airspace for aggression
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If they attack, you choose the enemy target and we will strike: IRGC to Iranian people

  • By CD Web Desk
  • April 22, 2026
If they attack, you choose the enemy target and we will strike: IRGC to Iranian people
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Trump credits Pakistan for Iran ceasefire extension; Islamabad eyes diplomatic gains

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  • April 22, 2026
Trump credits Pakistan for Iran ceasefire extension; Islamabad eyes diplomatic gains
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US indulges in maritime terrorism, attacks Iranian commercial vessel in violation of ceasefire

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  • April 20, 2026
US indulges in maritime terrorism, attacks Iranian commercial vessel in violation of ceasefire

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