Bhatkal news
Yellow alert for next four days in 11 districts including Uttar Kannada

Bengaluru, Apr 2: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of light to moderate rainfall in Karnataka over the next four days. Coastal and southern interior regions of the state are expected to receive rainfall, with 11 districts placed under a yellow alert. Dakshina K
Peace meeting held in Bhatkal ahead of Eid, Ugadi, Tair Habba

Bhatkal: In view of the upcoming festivals of Eid-ul-Fitr, Ugadi, and Tair Habba (Car festival), a peace meeting was held in Bhatkal chaired by in-charge Assistant Commissioner Kaviya Rani. The meeting was attended by Bhatkal Dy.SP Mahesh M K, senior police officials, and representative
Moulana Jafer Faqui delivers address at Tonse Juma Masjid in Udupi

Udupi: On the 27th night of Ramadan, Moulana Jafer Faqui delivered a special address at Tonse Juma Masjid in Udupi, stressing on the need to carry forward the spiritual discipline cultivated during Ramadan beyond the holy month. The event, organized by SIO Udupi, was part of a series of
Uttara Kannada SP visits Bhatkal Ramadan Bazaar, reviews security arrangements

Bhatkal: 29 March,2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Showcasing the spirit of Hindu-Muslim unity and social harmony, Uttara Kannada Superintendent of Police (SP) M. Narayan visited Bhatkal’s Ramadan Bazaar to inspect the market and review security arrangements. Accompanied by Bhatkal D
Bhatkal Muslims protest against Waqf Amendment Bill on last Friday of Ramadan

Bhatkal: 28 March,2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Responding to a nationwide call by the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), Muslims in Bhatkal staged a protest against the Waqf Amendment Bill on the last Friday of Ramadan by wearing black armbands. The protest was widely supported across th
Karnataka Home Minister assures of Traffic Police Station in Bhatkal

Karwar: Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara has announced a proposal to establish a traffic police station in Bhatkal to tackle increasing road accidents and manage traffic issues along the coastal national highway. Speaking to reporters after a meeting with senior officials at
Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara visits Karwar SP Office

Karwar: Karnataka Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara visited the Karwar District Police Office on Wednesday, where he was accorded a ceremonial salute by the district police. During his visit, Dr. Parameshwara met Superintendent of Police Narayan M at the Uttara Kannada SP of
Congress Workers' meeting held in Bhatkal, Minister Mankal Vaidya, Inayatullah Shabandri in attendance

Bhatkal: 24 March 2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) A meeting of Congress workers from the Bhatkal and Manki Block Congress Committees of the Bhatkal-Honnavar Assembly constituency was held on Monday at Namdhari Sabha Bhavan in Shirali, Bhatkal Taluk. Presiding over the gatherin
Uttara Kannada DC Lakshmi Priya calls for collective efforts to make district TB-free

Karwar: 24 March, 2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Uttara Kannada Deputy Commissioner (DC) K. Lakshmi Priya has urged collective efforts to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) from the district, emphasizing the importance of community participation in achieving this goal. Speakin
Condolence meeting held for Mohtasham Munde Saib, Data Irshad Ekkeri

Bhatkal: A condolence meeting was organized by the Inayatullah Shabandri Fans Club at Ameena Palace at 5 pm to mourn the passing of social workers Mohtasham Munde Saheb and Data Irshad Ekkeri. The gathering saw participation from various community leaders, social activists, and individuals who had c
IGP Amit Singh visits Bhatkal, conducts annual inspection of DySP office

Bhatkal: Inspector General of Police (IGP) West Zone, Mangalore, Amit Singh, visited Bhatkal on Friday, March 21 as part of his annual inspection of the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) office in the Bhatkal sub-division of Uttara Kannada district. During his visit, IGP Singh revi
Bhatkal Police conduct route march to maintain Law and Order

Bhatkal: In an effort to ensure law and order, the Bhatkal Town Police conducted a route march across the town, covering major streets, roads, and lanes under their jurisdiction. The march was part of a district-wide initiative, with similar exercises being carried out in Karwar, Sirsi,
Tanzeem delegation meets HESCOM officials over frequent power cuts in Bhatkal during Ramadan

Bhatkal: 21 march,2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Amid growing concerns over frequent power outages, a delegation from Majlis-e-Islah-o-Tanzeem met officials of Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) to discuss the issue and seek an uninterrupted power supply, especially during Ramzan. &
Minister Mankal Vaidya condemns assault on woman in Malpe, calls for strict action

Udupi: Karnataka Fisheries and Ports Minister Mankal S Vaidya has condemned the recent incident in Malpe, where a woman was tied to a tree and brutally assaulted over allegations of stealing fish. Expressing concern, the minister stated that such barbaric acts have no place in a civilised society an
Uttara Kannada Police Superintendent warns against IPL betting, vows strict action

Karwar: 21 March,2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Uttara Kannada Superintendent of Police Narayan M has issued a stern warning against betting on Indian Premier League (IPL) matches, stating that legal action will be taken against anyone found involved in such activities. In a tweet on Thu
Power outage scheduled in Kumta, Honnavar, Bhatkal on March 22 for maintenance work; Details here

Karwar: The Honnavar division of the Hubli Electricity Supply Company (HESCOM) has announced a scheduled power outage in several parts of Kumta, Honnavar, and Bhatkal taluks on March 22 due to urgent maintenance work. According to officials, electricity supply will be disrup
Bhatkal’s reputed social worker Ekkeri Irshad passes away while travelling to Dubai

Bhatkal’s well-known social worker, Ekkeri Irshad, popularly known as Data Irshad, passed away while traveling to Dubai on Monday night. He was en route from Mangalore to meet his daughters in Dubai along with his wife when he suffered a heart attack mid-journey.
Bhatkal Police arrest grandson for robbing his own grandmother in shocking theft case

Bhatkal: 20 March 2025 (Bhatkallys News Bureau) Local police have arrested a man for allegedly robbing his own 92-year-old grandmother in the guise of a masked thief. The accused, identified as 46-year-old Tajammul Hassan Askeri, was taken into custody on Wednesday, March 19