Patil Puttappa threatens cut in supply of commodities to Goa

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January 16, 2018

Dharwad, Jan 16: Noted journalist Patil Puttappa (Papu) said on Tuesday that the supply of essential commodities to Goa would be stopped if leaders from the neighbouring state made derogatory statements about Kannadigas.

Papu told a press conference that leaders from Goa should learn decorum and not make childish remarks. He said many Goa depends on Karnataka for many essential commodities, including milk. Yet, Goan leaders are making irresponsible comments against Karnataka. This was unacceptable in a federal set-up, the writer said.

The writer demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should intervene to resolve the Mahadayi water dispute.

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Thankyou for this information on commodities , it was helpful.

Dear Sir, we respect your words, yes we should do as you say. But Jagadish Shetter knows what will PM do next. Also He is not Kannadiga I guess, he is not hurt for Goa minister calling all of us Haramis ? She shud be chased out of Karanataka State!!

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Air India Express brings back Mangaluru–Muscat direct flights from March 2026

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 15: Air India Express has announced that it will resume direct flight services between Mangaluru and Muscat from March 2026, restoring an important international air link for passengers from the coastal region.

Airport authorities said the service will operate twice a week—on Sundays and Tuesdays—from March 1. The initial flights are scheduled on March 3, 8 and 10, followed by March 15 and 17, with the same operating pattern to continue thereafter. The flight duration is approximately three hours and 25 minutes.

The Mangaluru–Muscat route was earlier operated under the 2025 summer schedule, with services beginning on July 14. At that time, Air India Express had operated four flights a week before suspending the service.

Officials said the summer schedule will come into effect from March 29, after which changes in flight timings and departure schedules from Mangaluru are expected. Passengers have been advised to check the latest schedules while planning their travel.

The resumption of direct flights to Muscat is expected to significantly benefit expatriates, business travellers and others, further strengthening Mangaluru’s air connectivity with the Gulf region.

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