Stricter action in pub attacks could have averted homestay attack: Oscar

August 4, 2012

Mangalore, August 4: Had stricter action been taken against the perpetrators of the 2009 pub attacks, the homestay attack would not have taken place said Oscar Fernandes, MP.

Speaking to media persons in Padil on Saturday, where he paid a visit to the homestay site where young boys and girls were assaulted by Hindutva activists, Mr. Fernandes said that the incident is a black spot for the city of Mangalore. The incident is condemnable and has rightly been taken very seriously by the High Court of Karnataka. The National Commission for Women is also expected to spring into action soon and visit Mangalore, he said.

Stating that there is a need for police machinery to be more alert, Mr. Fernandes said that he has faith in the police department and that they would carry out a fair investigation.

On Anna Hazare team announcing its political ambitions, Mr. Fernandes said that the Indian constitution provides opportunity for any citizen to compete in politics and hence, Anna is well within his rights to join politics. However, Mr. Fernandes maintained that the Congress will not be perturbed by the move as it has its own base.

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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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