Special Report

Bhatkal: NH-66 works continue to cause traffic, drainage woes

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:06:25

Poor rainfall leaves Linganamakki reservoir nearly empty; uncertainty over hydropower, severe drought fears intensify

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 02:48:48

Nelson Mandela Day renews global focus on human rights, peace and religious freedom

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 22:30:13

Bhatkal's 60-year-old Haduvalli government school crumbles as students study beneath cracked walls and a leaking roof

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:17:05

In the quiet agrarian village of Haduvalli, a border village in Bhatkal taluk of Uttara Kannada district adjoining Sagar taluk of Shivamogga district, education continues under the shadow of a crumbling school building.

Encroachment by fish, fruit vendors adds to commuters' woes on Bhatkal stretch of NH-66

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:11:06

The deteriorating condition of the under-construction stretch of National Highway-66 in Bhatkal, coupled with alleged roadside encroachments by fish and fruit vendors

Bhatkal: SC verdict on pedestrian rights puts NH-66 shortcomings in Uttara Kannada under spotlight

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 19:05:10

A recent Supreme Court judgment declaring safe footpaths a fundamental right has brought renewed attention to long-standing concerns over inadequate pedestrian infrastructure along NH 66 in Uttara Kannada district

Bhatkal: NH works crawl amid traffic chaos and massive water wastage

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:33:16

The long-pending National Highway development work in Bhatkal town, which resumed after years of delay, is progressing at a sluggish pace due to multiple hurdles, including poor coordination among authorities

After Trump’s ‘Destroy Iran’ Threat, Sudden Ceasefire; Seen as Major Iranian Victory

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:39:08

US President Donald Trump announced a two-week temporary ceasefire with Iran, in a dramatic turn of events that has eased immediate fears of a large-scale war in the Middle East.

Bhatkal Railway station well-connected, yet passengers flag key civic and infrastructure gaps

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 12:56:31

Coastal Karnataka’s Bhatkal railway station continues to serve as a crucial transit point, offering rail connectivity to major cities

Historic Sarabi River in Bhatkal awaits revival despite ₹10-crore sanction

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:04:15

The historic Sarabi River, once a thriving centre of maritime trade and regarded as the lifeline of Bhatkal taluk in Uttara Kannada district, continues to await revival despite the State Government sanctioning ₹10 crore

Uttara Kannada highways turn into death traps: 726 killed in three years; Bhatkal worst hit

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:26:28

The National Highways of Uttara Kannada district, known for their scenic beauty and tourism potential, are today beating the drums of death.

Blueprint prepared for major tourism projects around Bhatkal; Plans to develop Kunda and mini Kunda islands

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 21:23:24

With the Karnataka government actively working to boost tourism along the state’s coastline, efforts have intensified to develop large-scale tourism projects in Bhatkal taluk

Bhatkal: NH-66 works continue to cause traffic, drainage woes

Poor rainfall leaves Linganamakki reservoir nearly empty; uncertainty over hydropower, severe drought fears intensify

Nelson Mandela Day renews global focus on human rights, peace and religious freedom

Bhatkal's 60-year-old Haduvalli government school crumbles as students study beneath cracked walls and a leaking roof

Encroachment by fish, fruit vendors adds to commuters' woes on Bhatkal stretch of NH-66

Bhatkal: SC verdict on pedestrian rights puts NH-66 shortcomings in Uttara Kannada under spotlight

Bhatkal: NH works crawl amid traffic chaos and massive water wastage

After Trump’s ‘Destroy Iran’ Threat, Sudden Ceasefire; Seen as Major Iranian Victory

Bhatkal Railway station well-connected, yet passengers flag key civic and infrastructure gaps

Historic Sarabi River in Bhatkal awaits revival despite ₹10-crore sanction

Uttara Kannada highways turn into death traps: 726 killed in three years; Bhatkal worst hit

Blueprint prepared for major tourism projects around Bhatkal; Plans to develop Kunda and mini Kunda islands

Karnataka Assembly session cut short by three days, adjourned sine die amid opposition protests

Priyanka Gandhi flags rising youth unemployment, says frustration and unrest are growing

Heavy rains trigger flash floods in Odisha, schools shut in two districts

Himachal Pradesh: 125 roads shut as rainy spell likely to persist till August 29

TMC MP Mahua Moitra moves Supreme Court over alleged circuit house eviction

Dubai: Thumbay International Pathway - MD Program with Installments and a Direct Route to Residency in Romania

Bihar Job seekers detained following scuffle with police during Lok Bhavan protest

SDPI stages 15-km march to Mangaluru DC office demanding removal of Brahmarakootlu toll gate

Goa government approaches SC seeking enhancement of Tarun Tejpal’s sentence

Bhatkal: NH-66 works continue to cause traffic, drainage woes