Lokesh slams Jagan for PILs against IT Parks Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh’s IT, Electronics, and Communications Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday slammed YSR Congress Party President and former Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy for what he called the filing of a series of Public Interest Litigations (PILs) against major IT park projects. Lokesh alleged […] The post Lokesh slams Jagan for PILs against IT Parks appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Bengal SIR: CEO’s office seeks ECI’s permission for more assistance at hearing sessions Kolkata: The office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), West Bengal has sought the permission of the Election Commission of India (ECO) to allow assistant electoral registration officers (AEROs) to assist the electoral registration officers (EROs) during the hearing sessions on the […] The post Bengal SIR: CEO’s office seeks ECI’s permission for more assistance at hearing sessions appeared first o

Over 42 pc of govt welfare benefits to be allocated to North Karnataka, says CM Siddaramaiah in Assembly Belagavi: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Friday that his government intends to allocate at least 42 to 43 per cent of the benefits of government schemes to the North Karnataka region, in proportion to its geographical […] The post Over 42 pc of govt welfare benefits to be allocated to North Karnataka, says CM Siddaramaiah in Assembly appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Congress MPs stage protest in Parliament complex against renaming of MGNREGA New Delhi: The Congress staged a protest on Friday against replacing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill (VB-G RAM G Bill) on the Parliament premises. Congress MP Priyanka […] The post Congress MPs stage protest in Parliament complex against renaming of MGNREGA appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ಮಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರಕ್ಕೆ ಹೊಸ ಯುಜಿಡಿ ಯೋಜನೆ : ಜಿಲ್ಲಾಧಿಕಾರಿ ದರ್ಶನ್ ಎಚ್.ವಿ. ಅಂದಾಜು 1200 ಕೋಟಿ ರೂ. ವೆಚ್ಚ- ಮುಂಬರುವ ಬಜೆಟ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಮಂಡನೆ ಮನಪಾ ಸಮಸ್ಯೆಗಳ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಜಿಲ್ಲಾಧಿಕಾರಿಯಿಂದ ಫೋನ್ ಇನ್ ಮಹಾನಗರ ಪಾಲಿಕೆ ವ್ಯಾಪ್ತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ

Hindu man lynched, body set ablaze in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh over alleged Blasphemy Dhaka: In yet another disturbing act of violence against minorities in Bangladesh, a young Hindu man was killed in a mob lynching in Bhaluka Upazila of Mymensingh district over allegations of insulting Islam, with his body subsequently set ablaze, local media reported. The […] The post Hindu man lynched, body set ablaze in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh over alleged Blasphemy appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ED gets the nod to probe Sabarimala gold heist as court rejects SIT objections Kollam (Kerala): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) will register a case and initiate an investigation into the Sabarimala gold theft, following an order by the vigilance court in Kerala’s Kollam. The court on Friday directed that all documents related to the case […] The post ED gets the nod to probe Sabarimala gold heist as court rejects SIT objections appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

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Varun Sharma on actor life: Pressure, sleepless nights, and finding confidence again Mumba: Actor Varun Sharma spoke about the emotional ups and downs of his journey in the film industry, stating that pressure, sleepless nights, and self-doubt were frequent companions. He added that beginning promotions for his upcoming film “Rahu Ketu” was a turning point, […] The post Varun Sharma on actor life: Pressure, sleepless nights, and finding confidence again appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Trinamool stages 12-hour dharna on Parliament premises over G RAM G Bill passage New Delhi: Trinamool Congress MPs staged a 12-hour-long dharna on the Parliament House premises, protesting the manner in which the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, commonly referred to as the G RAM G Bill, was passed […] The post Trinamool stages 12-hour dharna on Parliament premises over G RAM G Bill passage appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Assam CM greets people of Goa on Liberation Day, recalling sacrifices for freedom Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday extended warm greetings to the people of Goa on the occasion of Goa Liberation Day, paying tribute to the courage and sacrifices of those who fought to free the coastal state from colonial […] The post Assam CM greets people of Goa on Liberation Day, recalling sacrifices for freedom appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Bihar: CM Nitish Kumar empowering Jeevika Didis in Bhagalpur to become leaders Bhagalpur: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s sustained focus on women’s empowerment through livelihood and self-employment initiatives is transforming thousands of lives across the state. Under this vision, Jeevika Didis, women associated with self-help groups, are not only becoming economically independent but are also […] The post Bihar: CM Nitish Kumar empowering Jeevika Didis in Bhagalpur to become leaders

Violence erupts in Bangladesh after death of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi Dhaka: Violence erupted in Bangladesh following the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the radical group Inqilab Mancha, with several media outlets reportedly targeted in arson attacks. Hadi succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at a Singapore hospital, after battling for […] The post Violence erupts in Bangladesh after death of radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi appeared first on Mangalorean.co

Satna HIV horror: Doctor, two lab technicians suspended, says MP Dy CM Satna: Days after a horrific case of HIV infection in six Thalassemic children from a suspected blood transfusion in Madhya Pradesh’s Satna district hospital, the government has suspended a senior doctor and two lab technicians who were associated with the particular department. The […] The post Satna HIV horror: Doctor, two lab technicians suspended, says MP Dy CM appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘Salute freedom fighters, armed forces’: Prez Murmu leads nation in paying tributes on Goa Liberation Day New Delhi: On Goa Liberation Day, President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in remembering the bravehearts who fought relentlessly to liberate Goa from colonial rule and paid rich tributes to the freedom fighters whose sacrifices ensured the state’s integration […] The post ‘Salute freedom fighters, armed forces’: Prez Murmu leads nation in paying tributes on Goa Liberation Day app

Bengal SIR: Number of applications from new voters negligible compared to those excluded Kolkata: In the draft voters’ list, published on December 16, the number of applications for new enrolment is negligible compared to the number of voters excluded from the previous list as of October 2025. Sources in the office of the Chief Electoral […] The post Bengal SIR: Number of applications from new voters negligible compared to those excluded appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

PMVBRY aims to incentivise creation of over 3.5 crore jobs over 2 years New Delhi: The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) aims to incentivise creation of more than 3.5 crore jobs across the country over a period of 2 years, according to the government. The budgetary outlay of the scheme is Rs 99,446 […] The post PMVBRY aims to incentivise creation of over 3.5 crore jobs over 2 years appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Gujarat to publish draft electoral roll on Dec 19: Official Gandhinagar: The process of preparing the draft electoral roll under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2025 in Gujarat has entered its final stage, with the updated draft scheduled to be published on December 19, the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Gujarat, said. The […] The post Gujarat to publish draft electoral roll on Dec 19: Official appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

B’desh situation has security implications for Northeast: Report New Delhi: The current situation in Bangladesh has significant security implications for India’s Northeast region, said a Parliamentary Committee report, recommending the strengthening of intelligence-sharing mechanisms as well as ensuring that it does not become a haven for groups operating against New Delhi’s security interests. This condition […] The post B’desh situation has security implications for Northeast: Report

PM Modi to address 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine today New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the closing ceremony of the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine on Friday. The three-day programme being held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, underscores India’s growing leadership and pioneering initiatives in shaping a global, […] The post PM Modi to address 2nd WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine today appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘Do not try to threaten me’: Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra tells Dy CM Shivakumar Belagavi: Commenting strongly on the remark by the Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar that the State BJP President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra is a “collection king” and that he had brought disrepute to his father and […] The post ‘Do not try to threaten me’: Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra tells Dy CM Shivakumar appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

MUDA case: Lokayukta says probe in final stage; court expresses displeasure Bengaluru: The Karnataka Lokayukta on Thursday submitted a status report to the Special Court for MLAs and MPs in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case, in which Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is named as the prime accused, informing the court that the […] The post MUDA case: Lokayukta says probe in final stage; court expresses displeasure appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Devendra Suvarna Denies Allegations of Police Misconduct, Claims Akshata Poojary’s Accusations are False Udupi: Devendra Suvarna of Vaddarse has refuted allegations made by activists supporting student Akshata Poojary, asserting that claims of police misconduct are entirely unfounded. Suvarna, who identifies himself as the victim in the underlying case, stated unequivocally that the police did not […] The post Devendra Suvarna Denies Allegations of Police Misconduct, Claims Akshata Poojary�

Udupi DC Mandates Doors for All Buses, Directs Stringent Action Against Traffic Violators Udupi: In a decisive move to enhance road safety and alleviate traffic congestion, Udupi District Deputy Commissioner (DC) Swaroopa T.K. has issued a directive mandating the installation of doors on all buses operating within the district. The DC instructed Regional Transport Office […] The post Udupi DC Mandates Doors for All Buses, Directs Stringent Action Against Traffic Violators appeared first on Man

BJP State President Vijayendra is collection king: Deputy CM Shivakumar Belagavi: Taking strong exception to allegations by Bharatiya Janata Party state president B.Y. Vijayendra that the Congress-led government in Karnataka was “looting the state to fund the high command”, deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday launched a sharp counterattack, calling Vijayendra the real “collection […] The post BJP State President Vijayendra is collection king: Deputy CM Shivakumar appeared f

ಮಂಗಳೂರು: ವಿದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿ ಕೆಲಸ ಕೊಡಿಸುವುದಾಗಿ ಮೋಸ ಮಾಡಿ ಮೂವರು ಯುವಕರ ವಿರುದ್ದ ದೂರು ದಾಖಲು ಮಂಗಳೂರು: ವಿದೇಶದಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದೂವರೆ ಲಕ್ಷ ಸಂಬಳ ಇರುವ ಕೆಲಸ ತೆಗೆಸಿಕೊಡುತ್ತೇನೆ ಎಂದು ಹೇಳಿ ಅಮಾಯಕ ಯುವಕರನ್ನು ದೂರದ ಬಡ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರ �

‘Attack on freedom of expression’: LoP Ashoka on Hate Speech Bill Belagavi: Taking strong objection to the controversial Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2025, moved by the Congress-led government in Karnataka, Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka said on Thursday that bringing such legislation amounts to an attack on freedom […] The post ‘Attack on freedom of expression’: LoP Ashoka on Hate Speech Bill appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ಬಿಜೆಪಿ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಕಾರ್ಯದರ್ಶಿ ಮತ್ತು ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಂಸದ ಕ್ಯಾ. ಬ್ರಿಜೇಶ್‌ ಚೌಟ ಇಂದು ಬಿರುಸಿನ ಪ್ರಚಾರ ಮಂಗಳೂರು: ಬಜಪೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಕಿನ್ನಿಗೋಳಿ ಪಟ್ಟಣ ಪಂಚಾಯಿತಿ ಚುನಾವಣೆ ಹಿನ್ನಲೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ದಕ್ಷಿಣ ಕನ್ನಡ ಸಂಸದ ಕ್ಯಾ. ಬ್ರಿಜೇಶ�

College student gang-raped in Ramanagara; three held Bengaluru: Police in Karnataka have arrested three persons, including the victim’s lover, in connection with the alleged gang rape of a college student reported from Ramanagara district on Thursday. The arrests were made following a complaint lodged by the 19-year-old victim, a college student. According to police, one […] The post College student gang-raped in Ramanagara; three held appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

CM Nitish Kumar’s security tightened amid hijab row; police probe threat video Patna: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s security has been significantly tightened following a controversy that erupted during an appointment letter distribution ceremony for AYUSH doctors, where he allegedly pulled off the hijab of a Muslim woman doctor. According to government sources, the decision […] The post CM Nitish Kumar’s security tightened amid hijab row; police probe threat video appeared first on

ಅನಧಿಕೃತ ಕಟ್ಟೆ–ಧ್ವಜ ಅಳವಡಿಕೆ ಪ್ರಕರಣ: ಪುತ್ತೂರು ಗ್ರಾಮಾಂತರ ಠಾಣೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಕರಣ ಪುತ್ತೂರು: ಪುತ್ತೂರು ತಾಲೂಕು ಸರ್ವೆ ಗ್ರಾಮದ ಭಕ್ತಕೋಡಿ ಜಂಕ್ಷನ್ ಸಮೀಪ ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ರಸ್ತೆಗೆ ಹೊಂದಿಕೊಂಡು ಅನಧಿಕೃತವಾಗಿ ಕಟ್ಟೆ ನಿರ

Karnataka Hate Speech Bill: Govt reduces maximum punishment from 10 to 7 years; Minister Parameshwara says it will bring a big change Belagavi: The Congress-led government in Karnataka, on Thursday, has reduced the punishment for hate crimes prescribed in the controversial Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2025, from 10 to […] The post Karnataka Hate Speech Bill: Govt reduces maximum punishment from 10 to 7 years; Minister Parameshwara says it will bring a bi

ನರಿಂಗಾನ : ಕಸ ನಿರ್ವಹಣೆ ಮಾಹಿತಿ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ ಮಂಗಳೂರು: ನರಿಂಗಾನ ಗ್ರಾಮ ಪಂಚಾಯತ್ ವ್ಯಾಪ್ತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಡಿಸೆಂಬರ್ 23 ರಂದು ಉದ್ಘಾಟನೆಗೊಳ್ಳಲಿರುವ ಸ್ವಚ್ಛ ಸಂಕೀರ್ಣದ ಕಾರ್ಯಾಚರಣೆ ನಿಮಿತ್ತ ಮುಡಿಪು ಪ್ರಥಮ ದರ್ಜೆ ಕಾಲೇಜಿನ ರಾ�

Deralakatte Father Muller Campus Hosts Joyful Christmas Celebration Mangalore: The Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital (FMHMCH), Father Muller College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (FMCOPS), and Father Muller Homoeopathic Pharmaceutical Division (FMHPD) jointly hosted a vibrant Christmas celebration on the evening of December 17, 2025, at their Deralakatte campus. The event brought together faculty, students, […] The post Deralakatte Father Muller Campus Hosts Joyful Christmas

Karnataka Assembly clears Hate Speech Regulation Bill Belagavi: The Karnataka Assembly passed the controversial Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2025, on Thursday, amid objections from the opposition BJP. Home Minister G. Parameshwara sought a vote on the Bill, and Speaker U.T. Khader, after putting it to a vote, declared that […] The post Karnataka Assembly clears Hate Speech Regulation Bill appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Land Trades Property Show Season 7 Opens with Showcase of 8 Ultra-Luxury Apartment Projects Mangalore: Season 7 of the Land Trades Property Show opened today, featuring a grand showcase of eight prestigious ongoing residential projects by the company. The event was inaugurated by Nagaraj Upadyaya B., General Manager of Karnataka Bank, in the presence of […] The post Land Trades Property Show Season 7 Opens with Showcase of 8 Ultra-Luxury Apartment Projects appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Delivery boy dies by suicide after public assault; Tripura Police arrest three from Assam Agartala: Tripura Police on Thursday arrested three persons, including two women, from Assam in connection with the assault of a delivery boy, who later died by suicide. Police said the victim was publicly humiliated and beaten by the arrested individuals, along […] The post Delivery boy dies by suicide after public assault; Tripura Police arrest three from Assam appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Siddaramaiah is outgoing CM, this is his last session, says K’taka BJP chief Belagavi: Amid the leadership tussle in the ruling Congress party, Karnataka BJP state President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra said on Thursday that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is an outgoing Chief Minister and this will be his last Assembly session. Speaking to reporters in […] The post Siddaramaiah is outgoing CM, this is his last session, says K’taka BJP chief appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

India-Oman free trade pact to bolster economic engagement with Gulf New Delhi: The proposed India-Oman Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will mark a major step in deepening India’s economic engagement with the Gulf region. This would be Oman’s second FTA with an individual country and the first FTA they have done in about 20 years. The […] The post India-Oman free trade pact to bolster economic engagement with Gulf appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Major theft at Thawe Durga temple in Bihar’s Gopalganj, gold and silver ornaments stolen Patna, Dec 18 (IANS) A major and sensational theft has been reported from Gopalganj district in Bihar, where unknown thieves carried out a large-scale robbery at the renowned Thawe Durga Temple, one of the most revered religious sites in the region. […] The post Major theft at Thawe Durga temple in Bihar’s Gopalganj, gold and silver ornaments stolen appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Congress-backed candidates win over 53 pc Gram Panchayats in Telangana Hyderabad: Telangana’s ruling party Congress has bagged over 53 per cent of Sarpanch posts in the Gram Panchayat elections held in three phases. The party continued its dominance in the final phase held on Wednesday (December 17) to secure a clear majority. Out of 4,159 […] The post Congress-backed candidates win over 53 pc Gram Panchayats in Telangana appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘No need to worry about egg consumption’: K’taka Health Minister on questions about quality Belagavi: Allaying concerns over the safety of eggs available in Karnataka, state Minister for Health and Family Welfare Dinesh Gundu Rao said on Thursday that there is no anxiety or concern regarding egg consumption. He made the statement while answering a […] The post ‘No need to worry about egg consumption’: K’taka Health Minister on questions about quality appeared first on Mangalorean.c

Mangaluru: Court Imposes Fine on Driver for Negligent Driving Resulting in Pedestrian Injuries Mangaluru: The court in Mangaluru has fined a car driver Rs 8,500 for negligent driving that injured two pedestrians. Judge Fawaz P. A. of the JMFC 8th Court delivered the judgment on December 15, 2023. The accused, identified as M. Srikrishna, was […] The post Mangaluru: Court Imposes Fine on Driver for Negligent Driving Resulting in Pedestrian Injuries appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Four Mobile Phones Recovered from Mangaluru Jail After Inmate Clashes Mangaluru: Authorities have recovered four mobile phones from within the Mangaluru District Jail following a reported clash between two groups of inmates. The incident prompted a large-scale police response to restore order within the facility. According to official statements, Jail Superintendent Sharanabasappa initiated a surprise […] The post Four Mobile Phones Recovered from Mangaluru Jail After Inmate Clashes appeared f

Air India Express flight bound for Kozhikode makes emergency landing in Kochi Kochi: A major aviation mishap was averted on Thursday when an Air India Express flight carrying around 160 passengers made an emergency landing at Kochi in Kerala after developing a technical snag mid-air. The flight, AIE 398, had originated from Jeddah in Saudi […] The post Air India Express flight bound for Kozhikode makes emergency landing in Kochi appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

IISDR to Organise Workshop on Decoding Labour Codes in Mangaluru The Indian Institute of Skill Development and Research (IISDR), under the aegis of Utkarsh Charitable and Welfare Trust (R), is organising a one-day workshop titled “Decoding Labour Codes – Understanding the New Era of Labour Reforms in India” on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 8.30 […] The post IISDR to Organise Workshop on Decoding Labour Codes in Mangaluru appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Leonardo DiCaprio: My propulsion to want to act as a kid was to get out of my neighbourhood Los Angeles: The award-winning film star Leonardo DiCaprio developed an interest in acting because he says he wanted to “get out of (his) neighbourhood”. Speaking to Jennifer Lawrence for variety.com, DiCaprio said: “I think a lot of […] The post Leonardo DiCaprio: My propulsion to want to act as a kid was to get out of my neighbourhood appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

India reaches 709 million active UPI QRs, logs 59.33 billion transactions in July-Sep Mumbai: The unified payments interface (UPI) transaction volumes rose 33.5 per cent (year-on-year) to 59.33 billion transactions in the July-September period, as transaction value grew 21 per cent to Rs 74.84 lakh crore, a report showed on Thursday. India reached 709 million […] The post India reaches 709 million active UPI QRs, logs 59.33 billion transactions in July-Sep appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘Working extensively to reform civil aviation sector’, PM Modi’s birthday greetings to Ram Mohan Naidu New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, praising his extensive work to reform the civil aviation sector. In a heartfelt message shared on the social media […] The post ‘Working extensively to reform civil aviation sector’, PM Modi’s birthday greetings to Ram Mohan Naidu appeared fi

Bengal SIR: ECI to start sending notices for hearing on claims, objections from today Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI), from Thursday, will start sending notices for hearing on the claims and objections on the draft voters’ list in West Bengal, thus marking the end of the first stage of the three-part Special Intensive […] The post Bengal SIR: ECI to start sending notices for hearing on claims, objections from today appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

UK MP hosts event in Parlimanent raising alarm over growing political, religious violence in Bangladesh London: An event hosted by a UK Parliamentarian drew attention to the alarming rise of political and religious violence and growing threats to democracy in Bangladesh. UK Conservative Party MP Bob Blackman hosted the event, which was attended by the […] The post UK MP hosts event in Parlimanent raising alarm over growing political, religious violence in Bangladesh appeared first on Mangalore

PM Modi to meet Oman’s Sultan today, hold comprehensive review of bilateral ties Muscat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold comprehensive talks with Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq on Thursday, focusing on the full spectrum of bilateral relations. Discussions are expected to cover key areas including trade and investment, energy cooperation, defence and security, technology, […] The post PM Modi to meet Oman’s Sultan today, hold comprehensive review of bilateral ties appeared first o

Pax Silica signals US shift from chips to full AI stack: Officials Washington: The United States has signalled a strategic shift from a narrow focus on semiconductor chips to securing the entire artificial intelligence (AI) stack, including data centres, energy, critical minerals, and global supply chains, through its newly launched Pax Silica initiative, senior US […] The post Pax Silica signals US shift from chips to full AI stack: Officials appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Indian origin wellness institute plans a million-participant meditation event, eyes Guinness record Washington: Around one million participants from across the world are planning to join a meditation session on December 21, organised by the Heartfulness Institute, an initiative that promotes peace and harmony through collective meditation, and is expected to set a new Guinness World […] The post Indian origin wellness institute plans a million-participant meditation event, eyes Guinness record

Northeast Frontier Railway strengthens safety measures at level crossing gates across its zone Guwahati: Safety is the cornerstone of train operations, and level crossing (LC) gates play a crucial role in ensuring safe and seamless interaction between rail and road traffic, officials said here on Wednesday. Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) accords priority to strengthening safety […] The post Northeast Frontier Railway strengthens safety measures at level crossing gates across its zone appeare

CRPF DG Gyanendra Pratap Singh reviews anti-Naxal operations in Jharkhand to boost morale Ranchi: The Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Gyanendra Pratap Singh, met with Tadasha Mishra, DGP, Jharkhand Police, at CTC (T&IT) CRPF Campus, Ranchi on Wednesday. The senior leadership discussed critical issues related to LWE (Left Wing Extremism) operations […] The post CRPF DG Gyanendra Pratap Singh reviews anti-Naxal operations in Jharkhand to boost morale appeared fir

Congress-Left tie-up uncertain, religious groups add to multi-cornered 2026 Bengal fight New Delhi: While the Communist Party of India (Marxist) in Kerala earlier this week ruled out any understanding with the Congress against Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) growing influence in local bodies, a breakup of the former two is expected in West Bengal where they […] The post Congress-Left tie-up uncertain, religious groups add to multi-cornered 2026 Bengal fight appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Delhi enforces ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ rule from today; bars BS-VI vehicles from outside New Delhi: Under the Delhi government’s new measures to curb air pollution in the national capital, the ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ rule will come into force from Thursday. Additionally, only BS-VI compliant vehicles registered outside Delhi will be allowed to enter […] The post Delhi enforces ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ rule from today; bars BS-VI vehicles from outside appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Lok Sabha set for key discussion on air pollution crisis today New Delhi: The Lok Sabha is set to hold a detailed discussion on Thursday on the worsening air pollution crisis in Delhi and adjoining regions, following sustained concerns raised by Opposition members in the Parliament over deteriorating air quality and the effectiveness of existing […] The post Lok Sabha set for key discussion on air pollution crisis today appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

K’taka minister Krishna Byregowda accused of corruption, land encroachment; BJP demands resignation Belagavi: The Karnataka BJP on Wednesday accused Revenue Minister Krishna Byregowda of land encroachment and corruption and demanded his resignation. The party also released documents and videos in support of its allegations. BJP workers staged protests at the Byatarayanapura Assembly constituency in Bengaluru […] The post K’taka minister Krishna Byregowda accused of corruption, land encroac

Protest Erupts Outside Brahmavar Police Station Following Alleged Police Assault on Student Brahmavar: Members of the Udupi District Billava Yuvavedike staged a significant protest on Wednesday in front of the Brahmavar Police Station, alleging police misconduct and demanding the immediate registration of a First Information Report (FIR) against police personnel accused of assaulting a student. […] The post Protest Erupts Outside Brahmavar Police Station Following Alleged Police Assault on Stu

Judiciary sent strong message to BJP, ED by rejecting cases: Shivakumar on National Herald verdict Belagavi: Commenting on the National Herald judgement, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar said that the Judiciary has sent out a big message to the BJP and Enforcement Directorate (ED) by not considering politically motivated cases. […] The post Judiciary sent strong message to BJP, ED by rejecting cases: Shivakumar on National Herald verdict appeared fir

KCCI Hosts Seminar on GST Reforms 2.0, Focuses on GSTR-9 Filing Changes Mangalore: The Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) convened a comprehensive seminar on “GST Reforms 2.0: Changes in GSTR-9 Filing & Other Recent Changes in GST” on December 17, 2025, at the KCCI Meeting Hall, Bunder, Mangaluru. The session aimed to provide […] The post KCCI Hosts Seminar on GST Reforms 2.0, Focuses on GSTR-9 Filing Changes appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ಮಹಿಳಾ ಬ್ಲಾಕ್ ಕಾಂಗ್ರೆಸ್ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ಆಶ್ರಮದ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿಗಳ ಜೊತೆ ಸೌಹಾರ್ದ ಕ್ರಿಸ್ಮಸ್ ಸಂಭ್ರಮಾಚಾರಣೆ ಮಂಗಳೂರು: ಮಂಗಳೂರು ನಗರ ಮಹಿಳಾ ಬ್ಲಾಕ್ ಕಾಂಗ್ರೆಸ್ ವತಿಯಿಂದ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷೆ ರೂಪಾ ಚೇತನ್ ನೇತೃತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿ ಆಶ್ರಮದ ವಿದ

RS RS passes Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill through voice vote New Delhi: The Rajya Sabha on Wednesday witnessed intense debate on the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025, which proposes raising foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector to 100 pe cent from 74 per cent, among other reforms […] The post RS RS passes Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha Bill through voice vote appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Indian Coast Guard ship Sarthak marks historic arrival in Iran’s Chabahar port Tehran: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Ship Sarthak, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, entered the strategic port of Chabahar, Iran, as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to Gulf countries, officials said on Wednesday. The ship entered the key port in Iran on Tuesday […] The post Indian Coast Guard ship Sarthak marks historic arrival in Iran’s Chabahar port appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Kerala local body polls setback: CM Vijayan begins damage-control exercise after debacle Thiruvananthapuram: Stung by one of the worst electoral setbacks of his political career in the recently concluded local body elections, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has quietly launched a comprehensive damage-control exercise, stepping up internal reviews and direct engagement with legislators while remaining […] The post Kerala local body polls setback: CM Vijayan begins damage-control exercise

K’taka Gruha Laxmi scheme row: Why were women beneficiaries cheated, asks LoP Ashoka Belagavi: Following the Congress-led government in Karnataka admitting on the floor of the Legislative Assembly to a lapse in Gruha Laxmi dues, Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka stated that nearly Rs 5,000 crore would have been swallowed had the BJP not […] The post K’taka Gruha Laxmi scheme row: Why were women beneficiaries cheated, asks LoP Ashoka appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Gruha Laxmi row: K’taka minister Hebbalkar claims she is being targeted; BJP urges not to play victim card Belagavi: Amid high drama following the admission of a lapse in the disbursement of Gruha Laxmi scheme installments, Minister for Women and Child Welfare Laxmi Hebbalkar, targeting the opposition, claimed that she was being singled out because […] The post Gruha Laxmi row: K’taka minister Hebbalkar claims she is being targeted; BJP urges not to play victim card appeared first on Manga

ಮಂಗಳೂರು | ಹೊಸ ವರ್ಷಾಚರಣೆ: ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತರಿಂದ ಮಾರ್ಗಸೂಚಿ ಪ್ರಕಟ ಮಂಗಳೂರು : ನಗರದಲ್ಲಿ ಹೊಸ ವರ್ಷಾಚರಣೆಗೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿ ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಹಿತದೃಷ್ಟಿಯಿಂದ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ ಆಯುಕ್ತ ಸುಧೀರ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ರೆಡ್ಡಿಯವರು ಕೆಲವೊಂದು ಮಾರ್ಗಸೂಚ�

ಮನೆ ಮನೆ ಭೇಟಿ ನೀಡುವ ಮೂಲಕ ಪಂಚ ಗ್ಯಾರಂಟಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗಳ ಪ್ರಗತಿ ಪರಿಶೀಲನೆ: ರಮೇಶ್ ಕಾಂಚನ್ ಉಡುಪಿ: ಸಮಾಜದ ಪ್ರತಿಯೊಬ್ಬ ವ್ಯಕ್ತಿಯೂ ಗೌರವಯುತ ಮತ್ತು ಸ್ವಾವಲಂಬಿ ಬದುಕು ಹೊಂದಬೇಕೆನ್ನುವ ಉದ್ದೇಶದಿಂದ ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರವು ಪಂಚ ಗ�

K’taka govt admits Gruha Laxmi dues lapse; minister apologises after protests, BJP walks out Belagavi: Following high drama in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly on Wednesday, the Congress-led government admitted to a lapse in the disbursement of Gruha Laxmi scheme installments. Minister for Women and Child Welfare Laxmi Hebbalkar apologised for the error after strong protests […] The post K’taka govt admits Gruha Laxmi dues lapse; minister apologises after protests, BJP walks out appeared

Drug factory bulldozed in Rajasthan, two days after Rs 100-crore worth chemicals, equipment seized Jaipur: Rajasthan Police on Wednesday bulldozed an MD drugs manufacturing unit operating from a poultry farm in Jhunjhunu district, two days after it was busted in a joint operation by the Maharashtra Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) and Jhunjhunu Police. During the raid, […] The post Drug factory bulldozed in Rajasthan, two days after Rs 100-crore worth chemicals, equipment seized appeared first on Man

ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರ ಕೃಷಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಕ್ರಮ ಮರ ಕಡಿದ ಆರೋಪ: ತನಿಖೆ ಹಾಗೂ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳ ಅಮಾನತಿಗೆ ಎನ್ ಎಸ್ ಯು ಐ ಆಗ್ರಹ ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರ: ಬ್ರಹ್ಮಾವರ ಕೃಷಿ ಕೇಂದ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದಿದೆ ಎನ್ನಲಾದ ಅಕ್ರಮ ಮರ ಕಡಿತ ಹಾಗೂ ಮರ ಸಾಗಣೆ ಯತ್ನದ ಗಂಭ�

ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರಕಾರದ ಅನುದಾನ ವಿಚಾರದಲ್ಲಿ ಪ್ರಸಾದ್ ಕಾಂಚನ್ ಹೇಳಿಕೆ ಅವಿವೇಕತನದ ಪರಮಾವಧಿ : ಕಿರಣ್ ಕುಮಾರ್ ಬೈಲೂರು ಉಡುಪಿ: ರಾಜ್ಯ ಸರಕಾರ ಗ್ಯಾರಂಟಿ ಯೋಜನೆಗಳಿಂದಾಗಿ ಅಭಿವೃದ್ಧಿ ಕೆಲಸ ಕಾರ್ಯಗಳಿಗೆ ಅನುದಾನ ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ ಮಾಡಲಾಗದ�

Congress stages protest in Karnataka over Herald case, hails court verdict Belagavi: The Congress party in Karnataka staged a statewide protest on Wednesday, condemning the alleged filing of false cases against their senior leaders, including Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, in connection with the National Herald case. All MLAs and MLCs gathered in front of the […] The post Congress stages protest in Karnataka over Herald case, hails court verdict appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Karnataka Government to Establish Elephant Task Force in Dakshina Kannada to Mitigate Human-Elephant Conflict Belagavi: Hon’ble Member of the Karnataka Legislative Council, Shri Kishor Kumar Puttur, convened with Forest Minister Shri Eshwar Khandre at Suvarna Soudha, Belagavi, to address the escalating human-elephant conflict plaguing the Sullia, Kadaba, and Belthangady taluks of the Dakshina Kannada district. […] The post Karnataka Government to Establish Elephant Task Force in Dakshina Kan

Akshata Poojary Assault Case | Probe Transferred from Brahmavar Police Station: SP Hariram Shankar Assurance of action against erring police personnel if lapses are found Udupi: Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar has announced that the investigation into the alleged assault on a student, Akshata Poojary, by police personnel in Uppoor—along with the counter-allegations—will be […] The post Akshata Poojary Assault Case | Probe Transferred from Brahmavar Police Station: SP Hariram

Cong welcomes court order on National Herald case, calls ED probe ‘politically motivated’ New Delhi: Congress leaders on Wednesday welcomed a Delhi court’s dismissal of the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) money laundering complaint against Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi in the National Herald case, calling the probe politically motivated. A special press briefing was held in […] The post Cong welcomes court order on National Herald case, calls ED probe ‘politically motivated’ appeare

Karnataka BJP warns of protest over Gruha Laxmi dues issue; seeks apology from minister Belagavi: The Karnataka BJP unit on Wednesday warned that the party would stage a dharna if Minister for Women and Child Welfare Laxmi Hebbalkar does not tender an apology for allegedly lying on the floor of the House regarding the release […] The post Karnataka BJP warns of protest over Gruha Laxmi dues issue; seeks apology from minister appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Woman preparing for competitive exams dies by suicide in Karnataka’s Dharwad Dharwad: A 24-year-old woman, who had been preparing for various competitive examinations for the past four years, allegedly died by suicide after jumping onto a railway track at Shivagiri in Karnataka’s Dharwad city on Wednesday. The deceased has been identified as Pallavi Kaggal, a […] The post Woman preparing for competitive exams dies by suicide in Karnataka’s Dharwad appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

‘Marathi Manoos save Mumbai’: Final battle for identity and existence, says Shiv Sena(UBT) in Saamana Mumbai: Invoking the spirit of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Shiv Sena Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) on Wednesday claimed that the elections to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), in particular, and 28 other civic bodies are a battle to protect Mumbai […] The post ‘Marathi Manoos save Mumbai’: Final battle for identity and existence, says Shiv Sena(UBT) in Saamana appea

MGNREGA renaming: Why remove Gandhi’s name, asks SP’s Ram Gopal Yadav New Delhi: Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Ram Gopal Yadav, on Wednesday, strongly criticised the government’s decision to rename the MGNREGA as the Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) or VB-G RAM G, calling it unnecessary and disrespectful to Mahatma Gandhi’s […] The post MGNREGA renaming: Why remove Gandhi’s name, asks SP’s Ram Gopal Yadav appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ED raids suspected hawala operator’s house in Bengal’s Hooghly Kolkata: The Enforcement Directorate (ED), on Wednesday, was conducting a raid at a house in the Rishra area of West Bengal’s Hooghly district to investigate illegal transactions through the ‘hundi’ system. The raid was conducted at a house on Lakshmi Pally Third Lane in Rishra, said […] The post ED raids suspected hawala operator’s house in Bengal’s Hooghly appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Indian Railways using 898 MW solar power at 2,626 stations: Govt New Delhi: Indian Railways has achieved a major milestone in clean energy use and by November this year, it has commissioned 898 MW of solar power for its operations. This is a sharp increase from just 3.68 MW in 2014 and marks an expansion […] The post Indian Railways using 898 MW solar power at 2,626 stations: Govt appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Three burnt alive in two-vehicle collision on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Alwar: Three people were burned alive when a pickup truck collided with another truck and caught fire on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan’s Alwar, police said on Wednesday. According to the officials, a pickup truck was travelling from Delhi towards Jaipur on the expressway when the […] The post Three burnt alive in two-vehicle collision on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

ಮಹಾತ್ಮಾ ಗಾಂಧಿ ಹೆಸರಿನ ಉದ್ಯೋಗ ಖಾತರಿ ಯೋಜನೆ ಕೈಬಿಟ್ಟಿರುವುದು ಖಂಡನೀಯ ಉಡುಪಿ: ಬಿಜೆಪಿ ನೇತೃತ್ವದ ಕೇಂದ್ರ ಸರ್ಕಾರವು ಭಾರತದ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರಪಿತ ಮಹಾತ್ಮ ಗಾಂಧೀಜಿಯವರ ಹೆಸರಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಮಹಾತ್ಮಾ ಗಾಂಧಿ ರಾಷ್ಟ್ರೀಯ ಗ್ರಾಮೀಣ ಉದ

Rachana Entrepreneurs Unite at Eden for Gala Christmas Sparkle 2025, Pledging Support for Youth Ventures Mangaluru: The Rachana Chamber of Commerce and Industry convened its members and the broader Rachana community at the Eden Club, Kadri,on December 16, for the Gala Christmas Sparkle 2025. The event served as a platform for fellowship, festive celebration, and […] The post Rachana Entrepreneurs Unite at Eden for Gala Christmas Sparkle 2025, Pledging Support for Youth Ventures appeared first

UP man kills wife, two daughters, buries them in 7-ft-deep pit at home Shamli (Uttar Pradesh): A man killed his wife and two daughters and buried their bodies in a seven-foot-deep pit in Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli, officials said on Wednesday. The accused, identified as Farooq, a resident of Garhi village of the Kandhla Police Station […] The post UP man kills wife, two daughters, buries them in 7-ft-deep pit at home appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

South Korea: Military sent propaganda leaflets to North Korea 23 times last year Seoul: The military sent propaganda leaflets to North Korea at least 23 times last year under the former South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol administration, following an order issued the previous year to resume leaflet operations, a lawmaker said on Wednesday. The […] The post South Korea: Military sent propaganda leaflets to North Korea 23 times last year appeared first on Mangalorean.com .