Karnataka

Belthangady, December 25: A delegation of Child Rights Protection Commission led by its Chairperson Umesh Aradhya H S visited the family members of Pangalamane Saujanya, who was found murdered about two-and-half months ago. Meeting the family members of the victim in Belthangady on Monday, the Commission promised to see to it that there is no delay in dispensation of justice in the case. Speaking

New Delhi, December 25: Saffron terrorist Rajendra Pehelwan alias Samandar, who planted one of four bombs in Samjhauta Express train, is emerging as a prime suspect in the murder of former RSS Pracharak Sunil Joshi. According to sources, Joshi was murdered in December 2007 to keep a lid on the whole right-wing terror conspiracy. Samandar was arrested last Saturday by the NIA from Nagda in Ujjain

Bhatkal, Dec 25: JD(S) leader and President of Bhatkal Town Municipal Council Inayatullah Shabandari has been chosen as the “Muslim candidate” for the upcoming assembly elections. In an election held at Majlise Islah-wa-tanzeem hall recently to decide whom to represent Bhatkal Muslims in the elections, Mr Shabandari emerged victorious. He is supposed to secure JD(S) ticket in Bhatkal assembly

Mangalore, December 25: Rome of the East, as this port city is referred to, celebrated Christmas by exchanging of gifts, chocolates, cakes and carol-singing on Tuesday. Devout Christians started their celebrations with the morning mass, sang carols and exchanged greetings and gifts. Churches in the city came alive with festive frolic. Shops, restaurants, houses, hotels, streets, all are decked out

Mangalore, December 25: The Regional Passport Office Bangalore has decided to open further 'Walk in with ARN' (Application Reference Number) appointments for applicants with effect from January 1, 2013 at Passport Seva Kendra in Mangalore. The categories of the applicants include senior citizens, who are 60 years and above; minor applicants below 15 years of age provided both parents have valid

Mangalore, December 25: Chairperson of Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation N B Abubakar and vice chairperson of Non-Resident Indian Committee Ganesh Karnik have been removed by the government. The move comes, following an order from Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar, who on Monday directed heads of all departments to cancel appointments of chairpersons of all boards and corporations coming

Mangalore, December 25: All arrangements have been made for the smooth operation of Jet Airways Mangalore-Dubai flight, said at Mangalore International Airport Director J T Radhakrishna. The Jet Airways is all set to commence its direct operation from Mangalore to Dubai on January 3, 2013, six times a week except on Saturday due to non-availability of space in Dubai airport. Mr Radhakrishna said

Mangalore, December 24: Concerns were raised on the level of awareness among the masses on Consumer Rights, during the 'National Consumer Day' observed jointly by Dakshina Kannada district administration, Department of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs (FCSCA), D K District Federation of Consumer Organizations, D K district National Service Scheme (NSS) and Consumer Club of Mangalore

Mangalore, December 24: A protest demanding suspension of Usman Haji, President, DK District Wakf Advisory Committee, was held by members of the Karnataka Madrasa Hifazath Committee, Mangalore, in front of the Deputy Commissioner's office in the city on Monday. Speaking on the occasion, Ghulam Mohammed, President, Karnataka Madrasa Hifazath Committee, and Working President, JD(S), Udupi unit

Mangalore, December 24: The padayatra of CPI(M) as a protest against 'Made Snana' ritual at Kukke Subramanya temple was flagged off in Mangalore on Monday. Members of CPI(M) embarked on a three-day journey to Udupi on foot from Mangalore following the formal programme held in front of the Deputy Commissioner's office. Speaking at the formal programme, Veerabhadra Channamalla Swamiji of Nidumamidi