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Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot urged Kuvempu University graduates to create opportunities through innovation and entrepreneurship. Shivamogga Thaawarchand Gehlot, addressing the 35th convocation of Kuvempu University in Shivamogga, called upon students to become cre
Kundapur The environmentally progressive Amasabailu Gram Panchayat in Kundapur has entered the semifinals of the 2026 Climate Action Special Panchayat Award. The recognition highlights its efforts in promoting sustainable development and green governance at the grassroots leve
Mangaluru Applications have been invited for admission to diploma courses at the G.T.T.C. Diploma College located in the Baikampady industrial area of Mangaluru city. The Government Tool Room and Training Centre (GTTC) has opened admissions for various technical diploma progra
Mangaluru A horrific road accident between a water tanker and a motorcycle on the Subrahmanya–Mangalore highway near Savanur in Dakshina Kannada district claimed two young lives. The deceased have been identified as Jagan (20) and Yajnesh (21). Jagan, a hotel management studen
Karkala An elderly resident of Belman in Karkala taluk was allegedly duped of over Rs 12 lakh by fraudsters who promised to cure his ailing wife through Ayurvedic treatment. The victim met a man in Udupi who claimed similar illnesses had been cured. He was then introduced to o
BENGALURU The Karnataka High Court has upheld a ‘Leave India Notice’ (LIN) issued against French national Christophe Stephane Monxion, who was allegedly operating a restaurant in Gokarna in violation of visa norms. Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum dismissed the petition filed
BENGALURU The Kannada Development Authority has recommended dropping the three-language formula in schools and adopting a bilingual approach to arrest rising failure rates in Kannada in SSLC examinations. In a report titled “Why do Karnataka children fail in Kannada”, recen
Flexible scheduling ensures fresh arrivals reach markets despite uneven harvest patterns BENGALURU Bengaluru is set to host not one but several mango melas this year, with organisers opting for a staggered schedule to accommodate fluctuating harvest cycles across Karnataka.
New Delhi India has reaffirmed its policy of suspending bilateral sporting ties with Pakistan while continuing to permit participation in international multi-nation events involving the neighbouring country, the government said in an official communication on Wednesday. The
Waco The American Football Coaches Association has proposed sweeping changes to the college football calendar, advocating for an earlier conclusion to the College Football Playoff season by the second Monday of January. In a non-binding recommendation, the AFCA suggested el
Rome World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has sparked debate ahead of the French Open by suggesting that players could consider a boycott if they are not granted a larger share of tournament revenues at Grand Slam events. Sabalenka said players deserve a higher percentage of earning
Beverly Hills FIFA president Gianni Infantino has defended the soaring ticket prices for the FIFA World Cup 2026, stating that market demand and United States resale laws justify the sharp rise, even as criticism from fan groups intensifies. Infantino’s remarks came after r
Iran FA demands guarantees over IRGC respect before travelling to United States Tehran The head of the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran, Mehdi Taj, has called on FIFA to provide firm guarantees regarding the treatment of Iranian representatives before the team t
Hyderabad Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu has been appointed head of cricket operations at the Hyderabad Cricket Association, marking a significant administrative shift aimed at revitalising the region’s cricketing structure. Rayudu, who assumes the role on a three-yea
Mumbai The return of Rohit Sharma has provided a timely boost to Mumbai Indians, with teammate Ryan Rickelton describing the veteran’s comeback performance as “unique” in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026. Coming back after a three-week layoff due to a hamstring injury
Bengaluru The Karnataka State Cricket Association is set to establish a dedicated Governing Council (GC) to oversee the conduct of the Maharaja and Maharani T20 tournaments, aligning its structure with models followed in leagues like the Indian Premier League. The decision
VIJAYAPURA Deputy Commissioner Dr. K. Anand has called for a high-priority shift toward the safety and well-being of pregnant women across the district. During a health review meeting, he mandated the strict implementation of the National Health Mission to ensure no mother or
VIJAYAPURA Zilla Panchayat Deputy Secretary Prakash Vaddar has issued a firm directive to district officials to streamline the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). During a high-level review meeting, he emphasized that the program must serve as a r
