Bhatkal news

Murudeshwar Temple introduces dress code, bars western attire

Murudeshwar: 25 June 2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) The management of the famous Murudeshwar Temple in Karnataka has introduced a dress code for devotees entering the inner sanctum, officially restricting western-style clothing in designated sacred areas of the temple premises.   According

FIR filed against former MP Anantkumar Hegde in road rage assault case

Bengaluru: Former BJP MP Anantkumar Hegde has been named as the third accused in a road rage incident near Nelamangala, in which a young businessman was allegedly assaulted by Hegde’s gunman and driver. The incident occurred on Monday while Hegde was travelling from Tumakuru to Bengaluru. &

Uttara Kannada tops state in finance harassment cases; 17 suicides reported

Bengaluru, June 24: Uttara Kannada district has reported the highest number of harassment cases linked to private finance companies in Karnataka, with 25 FIRs registered so far. Haveri and Tumakuru districts follow with 12 cases each, while Gadag stands third with 9 cases. Udupi has recorded 6,

Landslide fear in Bhatkal’s Muttalli: Eight families asked to vacate homes due to monsoon threat

Bhatkal: 23 June,2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Amid rising concerns over possible landslides in the Muttalli Gram Panchayat limits of Bhatkal taluk, local authorities have issued notices to eight families residing along the edge of a hill, asking them to relocate to safer areas as a precautionary st

Tourists barred from entering Sea at Murdeshwar as Monsoon sets in

Bhatkal, June 19: (Bhatkallys News Bureau) With the arrival of the monsoon season, authorities have imposed a ban on tourists entering the Arabian Sea at Murdeshwar, a popular coastal destination in Uttara Kannada district. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure public safe

Cochin Shipyard's Cargo Barge Breaks Free and Washes Ashore at Bhatkal Jali Coast

Abandoned ship washes ashore at Bhatkal’s Jail Beach, triggers curiosity, traffic chaos Bhatkal, June 17: (Bhatkallys News Bureau) A ship bearing the name “Cochin Shipyard” mysteriously washed ashore at Jail Beach in Bhatkal late on Sunday night, creating a buzz among locals and

Jafar Jabbar Bids Farewell After Half a Century with Tanzeem – Honored with Grand Tribute

‘Tanzeem Jafar’ retires after 50 years of selfless service to Majlis Islah wa Tanzeem Bhatkal   Bhatkal, June 17: (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Jafar Ibn Ismail Jabbar, affectionately known as ‘Tanzeem Jafar’ in Bhatkal and beyond, has officially retired after completin

Polluted Sarabi River poses health threat in Bhatkal, dozens affected by Typhoid outbreak

Bhatkal: Repeated discharge of sewage into the historic Sarabi River has led to severe pollution of the water body, causing contamination of nearby wells and triggering a major public health concern in several areas of the town. Residents from Ghausia Street, Qaziya Street, Takiya Street, Jamia Stre

Tahsildar inspects landslide-prone area in Bhatkal Bundar, urges caution

Bhatkal: 11 june,2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) In the wake of a potential landslide threat in the Bandar area of Bhatkal taluk, Tahsildar Nagendra Kulashetti visited the affected site on Tuesday and issued key instructions to officials after inspecting the situation on the ground.   The l

Heavy rain likely in coastal Karnataka till June 14; IMD issues red alert for 9 districts

Bengaluru, Jun 11: The monsoon has regained momentum in Karnataka after a brief lull, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread heavy rainfall across the state until June 14. According to the IMD, heavy rain is expected over the next 48 hours, with 13 districts—

Heavy monsoon rains to lash Karnataka again; alert issued for over 20 districts

Bengaluru, Jun 5: The southwest monsoon is set to intensify across Karnataka starting Thursday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing rain alerts for more than 20 districts. The renewed downpour follows a brief lull, after heavy rains in late May led to several incidents and di

Bhatkal’s Tanzeem felicitates Uttara Kannada SP M. Narayan for receiving DGP-IGP Award

Bhatkal, May 29: Superintendent of Police of Uttara Kannada district, M. Narayan, was recently conferred with the prestigious DGP-IGP Award by the Karnataka State Police Department in recognition of his commendable service. To honour this achievement, Majlis-e-Islah wa Tanzeem,  felicitated the

IMD issues orange alert for Uttar Kannada, Dakshina Kannada & 8 other districts till May 22

Bengaluru, May 18: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Karnataka’s coastal districts, including Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, and Uttara Kannada, a

Raichur Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind delegation felicitates Maulana Maqbool Kobatte on AIMPLB membership

Bhatkal: May, 17 (Bhatkallys News Bureau)  A delegation from the Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, Raichur visited the office of Jamia Islamia Bhatkal to congratulate Maulana Maqbool Ahmed on his recent election as a member of the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB).   Expressing their j

Uttara Kannada DC directs all departments to stay on high alert ahead of monsoon

Karwar, May 17: (Bhatkallys News Bureau) With the southwest monsoon approaching, Uttara Kannada Deputy Commissioner (DC) K. Lakshmi Priya has directed all government departments in the district to remain on high alert and ensure full preparedness to handle any emergency situations during the rainy s

Quran memorization classes for women, girls organised in Bhatkal by Jamaat-e-Muslimeen Makhdoom Colony

Bhatkal, May 17: (Bhatkallys News Bureau) The Jamaat-e-Muslimeen Makhdoom Colony in Bhatkal has announced the regular conduct of Quran memorization classes exclusively for girls and older women at Madrasa Dar-e-Taalim Wal-Tarbiya. These classes will be held daily after Asr prayers, according to an o

Mock drill simulating wartime attack conducted at Bhatkal Port

Bhatkal, May 17:  (Bhatkallys News Bureau) A large-scale mock drill simulating a wartime emergency was successfully carried out at Mavinakurve Bunder in Bhatkal taluk on Friday evening. The joint operation involved coordinated efforts from the Coastal Security Police, Fire and Emergency Service

Uttara Kannada Police seize 16 two-wheelers including three in Murdeshwar in drunk driving crackdown

Bhatkal, May 17: In a district-wide drive against drunk and reckless driving, police in Uttara Kannada seized a total of 16 two-wheelers after their riders were found riding under the influence of alcohol and at high speeds. The operation was carried out as part of efforts to curb rising road accide