In a recent incident of alleged "immoral policing," the Karkala Police in Udupi arrested five activists associated with the Sangh Parivar. The incident came to light after four doctors and two lady professors, who were traveling in a car, reported the incident to the authorities.

A complaint was lodged with the police in Udupi that a 14-year-old girl's photo has been morphed over a vulgar video and being circulated on the Snapchat.

The body of a fisherman who went missing after a boat capsized off Byndoor coast in Udupi district on July 31, was found, police sources said on Wednesday.

Mangaluru: In a bid to combat the increasing drug menace in Mangalore, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has issued directives to the police to take strict legal action against drug peddlers under the Goonda Act. The Chief Minister expressed concern over the rising drug-related issues, particularly among the youth, during the district progress review meeting at the Netravati Hall of the Zilla Panchayat. He questioned the efficacy of the ongoing drug-free Mangalore campaign, referencing a report by the 'Vartabharati' newspaper.

Udupi: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday expressed concern over the decline in the health index of Udupi district over the years.

Vitla: In a recent development, the Vitla police has confirmed the arrest on another accused Sangh Parivar activist in connection with the rape of a minor dalit girl.

Beltangady: Dr. Veerendra Heggade, the Dharmadhikari of Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Temple, has issued a press statement demanding appropriate justice in the case of Sowjanya's death. Sowjanya, a college student from Pangla, was found dead in 2012, and the case is currently under the purview of the court and investigating agencies.

Ullal: The Ullal Police have arrested a man in connection with molesting a minor girl near the Talapady Rickshaw stand, on Monday evening.