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KSRTC hikes luggage charges; check stage-wise rates here
KSRTC hikes luggage charges; check stage-wise rates here
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 16, 2026

Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has revised its luggage tariff with effect from February 16, 2026, increasing charges by up to 15% across travel stages. In a…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
1837 Amara Sullia Rebellion Remembered in Mangaluru, Tribute to Early Freedom Fighters
1837 Amara Sullia Rebellion Remembered in Mangaluru, Tribute to Early Freedom Fighters
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 16, 2026

Mangaluru, Feb 16: The historic Amara Sullia Rebellion of 1837 was remembered at the International Customs Day 2026 celebrations organised by the Mangaluru Customs Commissionerate on Sunday. Addressing the gathering,…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
High-Speed Drunk Drive by Student Triggers Multiple Accidents in Manipal
High-Speed Drunk Drive by Student Triggers Multiple Accidents in Manipal
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 16, 2026

Udupi, Feb 16: Police have taken a student into custody in Manipal for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and triggering a string of late-night accidents that left an…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
Mangaluru Customs Set to Cross ₹8,000 Crore Revenue Mark
Mangaluru Customs Set to Cross ₹8,000 Crore Revenue Mark
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 16, 2026

Mangaluru, Feb 16: The Mangaluru Customs Commissionerate has recorded a sharp surge in revenue over the past five years and is on course to cross the ₹8,000 crore mark in…

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In the news Karnataka
4.8 Lakh Young Children in Karnataka Severely Stunted Despite Nutrition Push
4.8 Lakh Young Children in Karnataka Severely Stunted Despite Nutrition Push
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 15, 2026

Bengaluru: Despite multiple state-run nutrition programmes, Karnataka continues to grapple with alarming levels of child malnutrition, with government data showing that nearly 4.8 lakh children below the age of six…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
Direct Mangaluru–Muscat Flights Back from March, Relief for Coastal NRIs
Direct Mangaluru–Muscat Flights Back from March, Relief for Coastal NRIs
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 14, 2026

In welcome news for the coastal diaspora, Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu has announced that direct flight services between Mangaluru and Muscat will restart in March. The…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
Mangaluru Narcotics Network Resurfaces as Nigerian Accused Linked to ₹4 Crore MDMA Bust
Mangaluru Narcotics Network Resurfaces as Nigerian Accused Linked to ₹4 Crore MDMA Bust
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 14, 2026

Mangaluru, Feb 14: A Nigerian national previously arrested in a major narcotics case has once again surfaced in a high-profile drug investigation, prompting fresh action by law enforcement agencies. Peter…

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In the news Karnataka
‘Enough Is Enough’: Karnataka Home Minister Warns Congress Leaders to End CM Speculation
‘Enough Is Enough’: Karnataka Home Minister Warns Congress Leaders to End CM Speculation
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 13, 2026

Bengaluru: Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Friday strongly cautioned Congress leaders against fuelling speculation over the state’s leadership, urging them to immediately put an end to public commentary on…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
₹1,162 Crore Dues in Dakshina Kannada: Contractors Warn of Statewide Protest on March 5
₹1,162 Crore Dues in Dakshina Kannada: Contractors Warn of Statewide Protest on March 5
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 13, 2026

Mangaluru: Contractors in Dakshina Kannada have alleged that the Karnataka government has failed to clear pending bills amounting to ₹1,162.3 crore in the district alone, triggering sharp criticism and a…

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In the news Mangaluru–Udupi
Dead Fish, Foul Stench in Phalguni River Spark Alarm Near Kuloor
Dead Fish, Foul Stench in Phalguni River Spark Alarm Near Kuloor
  • CD Web DeskCD Web Desk
  • February 12, 2026

Mangaluru: The sight of dead fish surfacing in a stream flowing into the Phalguni (Gurupura) River near Rayikatte in Kuloor has triggered serious concern among residents, as the water has…

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‘Which peace have you chosen?’: Mother of child killed in US-Israeli bombing writes to FIFA chief

  • By CD Web Desk
  • June 12, 2026
‘Which peace have you chosen?’: Mother of child killed in US-Israeli bombing writes to FIFA chief
From All Corners In the news

Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz amid renewed US strikes in escalation of tensions

  • By CD Web Desk
  • June 11, 2026
Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz amid renewed US strikes in escalation of tensions
Focus From All Corners

Israel started ‘dangerous game’ by attacking Iran’s civilian targets, oil industries: IRGC

  • By CD Web Desk
  • June 8, 2026
Israel started ‘dangerous game’ by attacking Iran’s civilian targets, oil industries: IRGC
From All Corners In the news

Iran attacks 2 Israeli airbases; Israel bombards Iran’s Petrochemical Plant

  • By CD Web Desk
  • June 8, 2026
Iran attacks 2 Israeli airbases; Israel bombards Iran’s Petrochemical Plant
Focus From All Corners

No Feast, No Joy: Gazans Mark Eid Under War, Hunger and Soaring Prices

  • By CD Web Desk
  • May 27, 2026
No Feast, No Joy: Gazans Mark Eid Under War, Hunger and Soaring Prices
Focus From All Corners

Over 1.5 Million Pilgrims Gather at Mount Arafat as Hajj Reaches Spiritual Peak Amid Intense Heat

  • By CD Web Desk
  • May 26, 2026
Over 1.5 Million Pilgrims Gather at Mount Arafat as Hajj Reaches Spiritual Peak Amid Intense Heat
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IRGC shoots down MQ-9 drone after US strikes Iran; Israel intensifies attacks in Lebanon

  • By CD Web Desk
  • May 26, 2026
IRGC shoots down MQ-9 drone after US strikes Iran; Israel intensifies attacks in Lebanon
Focus From All Corners

‘Nuclear weapons are haram in Islam’: Iran representative in India says Tehran doesn’t want nukes

  • By CD Web Desk
  • May 24, 2026
‘Nuclear weapons are haram in Islam’: Iran representative in India says Tehran doesn’t want nukes

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