Huge turnout at PFI rally in Puttur

November 15, 2011

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Puttur, November 15: As a prelude to the upcoming Social Justice Conference of Popular Front of India, a publicity campaign was held at Puttur recently.

A large number of people including women and children poured in to the ground. A rally and parade were also organised as part of the programme.

The cadres and supporters of the organisation participated in the rally that started from Duggamma Deranna circle and ended at Kille Maidan, Puttur.

Speaking on the occasion KM Shareef, general secretary of PFI, said, “Creating awareness among the common masses about their fundamental rights, making them to join the struggle is primary object of Social Justice Conference”.

“Social Justice is not only an agenda of Muslims or PFI. Our freedom fighters had intended to establish social justice in the country after getting freedom from British colonialists. Though the country achieved freedom 63 years ago, a section of the society is still deprived of it", he added.


He also said that Indian constitution says every citizen of the country should get social, political and economic equality.

“According to studies, 42 crore people of our country are living below poverty line. Plight of poor people in eight northern state is worse than 24 nations of South Africa. We do not have a strong economic policy”, he said.

Prominent columnist Shiva Sundar said that Brahminism and colonialism are biggest enemies of our country and RSS is spreading Brahminism in the disguise of Hinduism. All progressive groups of our country are fighting against these elements.

He called upon unity of all sections of the society to establish social justice in the country.

Elyas Thumbe, state president of Karnataka, presided over the programme. Speaking on the occasion he called upon all Muslim groups to extend support for the organisation for the empowerment of the community. He said that the organisation has been working for the developments of Minorities, Daliths and all backward sections.

Sayyad Ibrahim Thangal Athur, Fr William Martis, priest of Udyavar church, Abdul Vahid Sait, vice president of PFI, Karnataka, Dalith Nagaraj, president of Dalith Panthers of India, Nurul Ameen, state committee member, PFI, Kerala, Abdul Latheef, state vice president, SDPI, Karnataka, S B Darimi, Imam of Uppinangady Jumma Masjid also spoke on the occasion.

SDPI Karnataka state president Abdul Majeed Kodlipete, Usman Haji Mittur, president of Markazul Huda Womens College Kumbra, Victor D'silva Mangalore, Jalil Krishnapura, SDPI district president, Abdul Hameed Salmara, M.Kusappa, president of Dalith Sangarsha Samithi, Nuruddin Salmara, PFI national secretary Yasir Hasan and all state committee members were present.

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November 30,2025

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Udupi: The pontiffs of Sri Paryaya Puttige Mutt, the sacred seat of Jagadguru Shrimad Madhvacharya Moola Samsthanam, have submitted a proposal to the Prime Minister seeking comprehensive development for Udupi district. 

Proposal for International Airport

A key request is the establishment of an international airport. Highlighting that around 1,000 acres of land are available and suitable, the pontiffs noted that the existing Mangalore Airport provides limited international connectivity. They suggested the airport be developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) or as a Greenfield Airport to boost trade, education, healthcare, and spiritual tourism.

Metro and Rapid Transit Connectivity

The proposal also calls for Metro Rail or Rapid Transit between Mangaluru and Udupi. The 55 km coastal stretch experiences heavy daily commuter traffic, causing congestion. The district administration is ready to prepare an initial project report for a Mass Rapid Transit corridor and requested inclusion under national urban mobility programmes to ensure safe, green, and time-efficient regional transport.

Port and Coastal Development

The pontiffs urged the development of an international-standard port with a cruise terminal along Udupi’s coast. They also requested fast-tracking of pending coastal tourism projects and revising Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms to encourage sustainable infrastructure and hospitality investment.

IT, AI and Technological Infrastructure

Support was sought for an IT and AI Innovation Park with incubation facilities under Digital India and Startup India initiatives. The proposal also emphasized the need for strengthened data security and cloud computing infrastructure to boost India’s technological independence.

Sports and Education Initiatives

The pontiffs requested national sports status for Kambala, along with financial and infrastructure support. They also sought the establishment of an AIIMS in Udupi, a new IIT campus, and approval for an IIM to promote higher education in the district.

Representation to the Prime Minister

Sri Sugunendra Tirtha Pontiff and Sri Sushrendra Tirtha Swamiji represented the pontiffs in submitting the comprehensive development proposal to the Prime Minister during his recent visit.

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December 4,2025

Udupi: A 40-year-old NRI from Udupi has reportedly lost more than Rs 12.25 lakh in an online investment scam operated through Telegram.

According to a complaint filed at the CEN police station, Leo Jerome Mendonsa, who has been working in Dubai for the past 15 years in computer accessories sales, maintains NRI accounts in Karkala and Nitte.

On November 12, 2025, Mendonsa was added to a Telegram group called Instaflow Earnings by unknown individuals. Users identified as Priya and Dipannita persuaded him to invest in “Revenue Tasks.” Initially, Mendonsa transferred Rs 1,100 multiple times and received the promised returns, encouraging him to continue.

On November 14, another user, Nishmitha Shetty, directed him to register on a website, digitvisionuoce.cc, and invest Rs 4 lakh in various shares. Over the next few days, he made multiple transfers totaling Rs 12,25,000, including Rs 50,000 via Google Pay, believing the scheme was legitimate.

After receiving the money, the alleged handlers stopped responding, and neither the invested amount nor the promised profits were returned.

The CEN police have registered a case under Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act and Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and investigations are ongoing.

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December 2,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 2: Mangaluru International Airport responded to a medical emergency late on Monday night. Air India Express flight IX 522, travelling from Riyadh to Thiruvananthapuram, was diverted to Mangaluru Airport after a passenger in his late 30s experienced a medical emergency on board.

The Airport’s Operations Control Centre received an alert regarding the passenger’s health condition. The airport activated its emergency response protocol, mobilising the airport medical team and coordinating with stakeholders including CISF, immigration, and customs. 

Upon landing, airport medical personnel attended to the passenger, assessed his condition, and arranged to shift him to a local tertiary-care hospital for further treatment. The passenger’s relatives accompanied the passenger, who incidentally received necessary medical care on board, which helped stabilise the situation.

Following the handling of the emergency, the flight departed for Thiruvananthapuram at 2:05 am on Tuesday.

"We appreciate the cooperation of all parties involved, and this incident reaffirms our ongoing commitment to prioritising passenger safety and readiness to respond to unforeseen emergencies with professionalism and care," the Airport spokesperson said. 

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