Register homestays on tourism portal or face action: Minister

September 7, 2016

Bengaluru, Sep 7: The Tourism department has made it mandatory for all homestays to register or be ready to face legal action.

Tourism Minister Priyank Kharge said that too many homestays are mushrooming in the state and the department has no details of them. Only a few are registered. Many tourists have been fleeced in the name of homestays.

The number of complaints from domestic and foreign tourists has been increasing. They pertain to shoddy premises, security issues and lack of basic facilities. There are also cases where flesh trade is reported in the name of homestays, liquor being served and illegal activities taking place there. Many resorts are claiming to be homestays, he said.

“We will put an end to all this. All homestays have been directed to register on or before November 15. Failing this, legal action will be taken against them and will be shut down. The objective of homestays is to give a homely, traditional environment with quality service,” the minister said.

Registration details have been uploaded on the department website www.karnatakatourism.org. State and central government guidelines to follow have also been uploaded.

The department has not done any survey on the number of homestays in Karnataka. But according to its estimates, there are over 4,000 in Kodagu alone, of which only 400 are registered. There are over 2,000 in Chikkamagaluru, Hassan, Ballari and on the outskirts of Bengaluru. Earlier also, the department had made it mandatory for homestays to register and get a rating. B¬ut not many showed interest. Now, it has reduced the registration charges and made rating optional. The rating and promotion, if required, will be done by the department for a fee.

Take royal ride for Dasara

The department has fixed Rs 30,000 as the ticket fare for two nights and one day on the Golden Chariot train to enjoy Mysuru Dasara.

The train will leave Yeshwantpur station, Bengaluru, on October 3, 5, 7 and 9, 2016. Tourists can book tickets on the websites www.goldenchariot.org, Bookmyshow and Makemytrip.

Tourists will be taken to Mysuru and Srirangapatna. They will also be given a golden pass to witness the Jamboo Savari and the evening cultural programmes during the Mysuru Dasara.

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why all our tax money is not enough for u to eat a biriyani everyday, from this always want to make big money. some politicians are doing like we are there in their father's property and each need to pay the tax.

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Mangaluru police issue alert over fake traffic fine payment Apps and links

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December 20,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 20: City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy has issued a high-alert warning to vehicle owners regarding a surge in cyber fraud targeting those looking to pay traffic violation fines. Fraudsters are reportedly exploiting recent government discount schemes on traffic penalties to deceive citizens.

The Scam: How Fraudsters Strike

Criminals are using SMS, WhatsApp, and social media to circulate suspicious links and APK files (Android application packages). They claim these apps allow users to pay e-challans at a discount.

• Device Hacking: Downloading these unauthorized apps gives hackers full access to the victim's smartphone.

• Financial Theft: Once the phone is compromised, fraudsters intercept OTPs and personal data to drain bank accounts.

• Phishing Sites: Fake websites mimicking official portals are also being used to harvest banking credentials.

Already, two residents within Mangaluru city limits have reported significant financial losses after falling victim to these fraudulent apps.

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Mangaluru’s public transport revolution: 100 new govt electric buses to end private ‘trip-cutting’

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December 19,2025

Mangaluru: Public transport in Mangaluru is set for a state-led transformation as the government moves to deploy 100 new electric govt buses to replace unreliable private services. The initiative aims to provide a dependable alternative to private operators who have been frequently "cutting trips," leaving thousands of commuters stranded.

The announcement was made by Deputy Commissioner and MCC Administrator Darshan HV during a public phone-in session. The move specifically targets routes where private bus service has become erratic, ensuring that citizens no longer have to rely on a fluctuating private sector for their daily commute.

Restoring the Govt Presence

The transport crisis was brought to the forefront by Ramayya, a resident of Bajal, who highlighted a growing trend of private buses skipping morning and night trips. With the previous KSRTC (govt) services discontinued, residents have been left without a fallback option.

To fix this, the DC confirmed that the PM-eBus Sewa Scheme will bring 100 government-owned electric buses to the city:

• Phased Deployment: The first 50 of the new 100 government buses are scheduled to arrive by March 2026.

• State Infrastructure: Two new government depots, including one at Mudipu, are being prepared for operations.

• Recruitment: The state has already begun training a new batch of government bus drivers to ensure the fleet is operational the moment it arrives.

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