Bhatkal news
Bhatkal student tops B.Sc exams under Yenepoya University

Bhatkal: Hajira Aifa, daughter of Abdul Salam Ruknuddin, has secured the first rank in the B.Sc final examinations conducted by Yenepoya University, Mangaluru, scoring an aggregate of 99.4 percent. She obtained full marks in Advanced EMG (Theory) and Clinical Neuroscience Technology-IV
ED arrests Karwar Cong MLA Satish Sail in money laundering probe

Bengaluru, Sep 10: In a significant escalation of its crackdown on financial crimes, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested Congress MLA Satish Sail in Bengaluru in connection with a money laundering investigation. Sail, who represents Karwar in the Karnataka Assembly, was taken into
Bhatkal: Minister Mankal Vaidya pulls up Revenue, Labour Departments over poor performance

Bhatkal: September 09 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) At the quarterly taluk panchayat meeting held in the taluk panchayat hall, district in-charge minister Mankal S. Vaidya expressed strong dissatisfaction with the functioning of the Revenue and Labour Departments and issued a stern warning to offic
Workshop on mental wellbeing, stress management for Bhatkal police officers held

Bhatkal: September 9 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) A special workshop focusing on mental and physical well-being and stress management was organised for police officers and staff of the Bhatkal subdivision on Sunday. The event took place at the A.K. Hafizka Memorial Hall, Bhatkal. The sessio
Senior Journalist M.R. Manvi conferred with Bardoli Honour Award in Ankola

Ankola, Sept 9: (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Senior journalist M.R. Manvi was conferred with the prestigious Bardoli Honour Award-2025 by the Ankola Taluk Working Journalists’ Union for his outstanding contributions spanning over three decades in journalism, education, and social service. The feli
BMYF Get-together in Bhatkal

BMYF hosts youth get-together in Bhatkal, call for active role in social change Bhatkal: 07 September,25 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) The Bhatkal Muslim Youth Federation (BMYF) organised a get-together programme on Saturday at Hotel Royal Oak, where speakers highlighted the crucial role of
Bhatkal: Online Naat Contest announced by Fikrokhabar

Bhatkal: 05 September 2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) The news portal Fikrokhabar has announced an Online Naat Competition 2025 for children from coastal Karnataka, marking the occasion of Rabi al-Awwal, the month that commemorates the birth of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The organisers said the
Senior journalist M.R. Manvi chosen for Bardoli Award

Ankola: 05 September,25 (Bhatkallys News Bureau)The Ankola Taluk Working Journalists’ Association has announced that senior journalist M.R. Manvi from Bhatkal has been selected for the prestigious Bardoli Award, which is presented annually as part of Press Day celebrations.
Bhatkal siblings shine at state karate championship in Moodbidri

Moodbidri:03 September 2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) The State-level Karate Championship, organised by the Shorin-Ryu Karate Association in collaboration with Swami’s Strength Training and MK Ananthraj College of Physical Education, witnessed an impressive performance by three siblings f
Bhatkal Police seize E-Cigarettes, Vapes worth Rs 2.39 lakh in major raid

Bhatkal: 03 September 2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Police in Bhatkal town carried out a late-night raid on September 1, 2025, seizing a large quantity of banned electronic cigarettes and vape liquids worth Rs 2.39 lakh. The accused, identified as Makbul (50), son of Ismail Madika
Bhatkal: Fishing boat capsizes near Netrani island, 30 fishermen rescued

Bhatkal: 22 August (Bhatkallys News Bureau) A major mishap was narrowly avoided near Netrani island in the Arabian Sea on Monday morning after a fishing boat carrying 30 fishermen capsized. Fortunately, all the fishermen were rescued by nearby boats that rushed to the spot. The bo
Bhatkal TMC to elect president on September 8 after 28-month vacancy of post

Bhatkal: 22 August (Bhatkallys News Bureau) After remaining vacant for more than two years, the post of president of the Bhatkal Town Municipal Council (TMC) will finally be filled through an election scheduled for September 8. The announcement comes as the current council enters the last leg of its
New hi-tech Bhatkal fish market opens to empty stalls on first day

Bhatkal: The newly built hi-tech fish market on Hospital Road, inaugurated by the Bhatkal Municipality, opened its doors to the public on Monday morning but failed to see a single vendor for several hours, leaving customers disappointed. The market, designed to provide a clean and moder
Karnataka doubles property registration fee from Aug 31 amid revenue shortfall

Bengaluru, Aug 30: Property buyers in Karnataka will soon face higher costs as the state government has announced a sharp increase in the property registration fee, which will now be doubled from 1% to 2% of the property’s value. This new rate will come into effect on Sunday, August 31.
Bhatkal: Ayushman Card facility that benefits BPL, APL ration card holders, launched at Life Care Hospital

Bhatkal: 30 August (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Life Care Hospital has introduced the Government’s Ayushman Bharat scheme facility, allowing patients to avail healthcare benefits using just their ration card and Aadhaar card. The announcement was made by Mohammed Yunus Kazia, President of Anjuman
Bhatkal MLA assures old fish market will not be shut, new hi-tech market to open from September 1

Bhatkal, Aug 30: Amid rumours about the closure of Bhatkal’s old fish market and reports of a new hi-tech market opening from September 1, MLA and District In-charge Minister Mankal Vaidya visited the old market on Saturday following public complaints. During his visit, fish vendo
Seven-Day Online Quiz on Prophet Muhammad’s Teachings and Biography to Begin September 1

Bhatkal: Online Seerah quiz competition from September 1 Bhatkal: 28 August (Bhatkallys News Bureau) An online Seerah quiz competition is being organised by the Institute of Teachings of Prophet Muhammad with the aim of spreading the message of the Prophet’s life and teachings. The co
Heavy rainfall: Yellow Alert issued for Uttara Kannada till September 1

Karwar, Aug 26: (Bhatkallys News Bureau) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Uttara Kannada district, warning of heavy rainfall from August 27. The wet spell is expected to continue till September 1. According to the IMD, the coastal and Malnad regions are like