Mangaluru: Mangalore University is aiming to hold its 44th annual convocation by mid-March, restoring its earlier academic calendar after delays in recent years. The university has invited applications from eligible candidates for the upcoming convocation.In the past few years, the convocation schedule had been pushed beyond the usual Feb-March timeframe due to various factors. The…
Udupi: After six years of sustained research and clinical validation, the laser shoe, a novel, non-invasive therapy device for people living with type 2 diabetes with neuropathic pain, has reached the market. The project, initiated in 2018 with funding from the department of science & technology (DST), marks a significant step in diabetic foot care…
Udupi: Police arrested an absconding accused in a major financial fraud case involving an allegedl misappropriation of Rs 1.7 crore from a cooperative society branch. The accused is Harish Kulal,32.The case was registered at Kota police station under Sections 318(3), (4), 112 read with 3(5) of the BNS. It pertains to financial fraud at the…
Udupi: Andhra Pradesh governor Justice S Abdul Nazeer on Saturday said that in a world marked by conflict, division, and uncertainty, India’s role has become increasingly crucial. Our nation has always carried the message that peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but the presence of mutual respect, responsibility, and cooperation. This vision is…
Mangaluru: A delegation of Karnataka-origin Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) from across the globe has urged the state govt to establish a dedicated ministry for NRIs, seeking fulfilment of a promise made in the election manifesto.This call was made during a recent meeting with chief minister Siddaramaiah and other officials in Belagavi, led by Ronald Colaco, a…
Mangaluru: The Konkan Railway Corporation Limited has decided to run special trains in coordination with Western Railway to manage the extra rush of passengers during Christmas and New Year. Train No. 09304 Dr Ambedkar Nagar-Thokur Special on Special Fare will leave from Dr Ambedkar Nagar at 4.30 pm on Dec 21 and Dec 28. The…
Mangaluru: The Kanara Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) organised an awareness programme on the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme at the KCCI Meeting Hall on Friday.Dhanalakshmi DN, assistant director of agriculture (HQ), Office of the Joint Director of Agriculture, Dakshina Kannada, was the chief guest and delivered the introductory…
Udupi: SP Hariram Shankar said that understanding the practices and cultures of all religions helps spread a message of peace in society. He was speaking after inaugurating the Christmas get-together organised by the Udupi Diocese for media representatives.Describing Christmas as a festival celebrated together by people of all communities, SP Hariram Shankar said the core…
Udupi: A pedestrian, who was crossing the road, died after a car hit him at Brahmavar on Thursday. The deceased is Uday Kumar Shetty. Police said that the accused, Prabhakar Shetty, was driving his car recklessly from Kundapur towards Udupi, when the incident took place. He veered to the extreme right of the road, and…
Mangaluru: Various office bearers of the Dakshina Kannada District Koraga and Jenu Kuruba Association met chief minister Siddaramaiah on Friday, under the leadership of Puttur MLA Ashok Rai, to discuss various demands.In the Suvarna Soudha in Belagavi, key members of the association, led by MLA Rai, held discussions with the chief minister. Rai brought to…
