Bhatkal: The Anjuman Institute of Technology and Management (AITM) is set to host AITM CodeFest 2025, a national-level hackathon aimed at bringing together some of the brightest minds in technology from across the country. Organized by the final-year students of AITM, the event will serve as a platform for innovation, creativity, and real-world problem-solving through technology.

Mangalore: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will lay the foundation stone for the Mangalore regional headquarters of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bangalore, on January 17. The new center, to be located in Maryhill, aims to enhance health education and research in the coastal region. 

The Bearys Shiksha Suraksha Foundation (BSSF) Scholarship Distribution Program was held on January 11, 2025, at the Seminar Hall of Bearys Institute of Technology (BIT). The event aimed to support the education of the children of BIT’s staff members and contribute to community development.

Kasargod: A tragic incident occurred in Kumbla, Kasargod, where a two-year-old boy lost his life after a pista shell got stuck in his throat on Saturday evening.

Mangaluru (Karnataka): Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has urged Dakshina Kannada MP Brijesh Chowta to organise an energy security summit in Mangaluru in collaboration with oil marketing companies.

Udupi (Karnataka): Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai has raised concerns over the Naxal surrender and rehabilitation policy in Karnataka, questioning its effectiveness and transparency.

Udupi: A tragic road accident occurred early this morning on National Highway 66 near Guddeangadi, Udyavara, resulting in the death of a young motorbike rider and a fire that destroyed both the lorry and the bike involved.