Protest against Centre continues in DK, Udupi to support of Anna Hazare

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August 23, 2011

Mangalore/Udupi, August 23: Dakshina Kannada and Udupi District units of Janatha Dal (S) along with left parties on Tuesday staged demonstrations against the Central government for its failure to pass the Jan Lokpal bill and supporting Anna Hazare's anti-corruption movement.

JD(S), CPI and CPI (M) members participated in the protest in front of the office of Deputy Commissioner in Mangalore and shouted slogans against the Central government.

In Udupi the protest was held at Service Bus stand.

CPI (M) District Secretary K Shankar said that a section of upper class youth, who used to remain away from the issues relating to common man, joining hands with Anna Hazare is a good development.

He also said that all that Anna said was not right. It has both advantages and disadvantages. One should not be under the impression that corruption would be wiped immediately after the Jan Lokpal bill was passed.

He took the central government to task for mishandling the issue. With people uniting against corruption Chief Minister Yeddyurappa and his children spending time in jail not far, he said.

District JD(S) President Deviprasad Shetty, CITU leader Vishwanth Rai, CPI Taluk Secretary Sanjeeva, JD(S) activists Shalini Shetty Kenchanoor, Vasudev Rao, CPI members Raju Poojary, Vittal Shetty, Anand Poojary, Rama Kundar, KV Bhat and others participated in the protest.

Signature Campaign
Meanwhile, the Indian Dental Association (Dakshina Kannada branch) organised a signature campaign in support of Anna Hazare near TMA Pai Convention Centre, MG Road here on Tuesday evening.

Rally
'Book House Friends Association' organised a motorbike rally from Bunts Hostel to the office of Deputy Commissioner to support Anna Hazare's movement against corruption.

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Udupi NRI duped of Rs 12.25 lakh in Telegram investment scam

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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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International Airport in Udupi, Metro to Mangaluru…: Pontiffs present comprehensive Udupi development plan to PM

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November 30,2025

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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