Madikeri: Kodagu district has been experiencing widespread heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds for the past two days, severely disrupting daily life. A red alert has been issued for the entire district. In a tragic incident, a 51-year-old woman, Gowri, lost her life in Arji village, Virajpet taluk, after a massive jackfruit tree fell on…
Mysuru: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Kodagu on Tuesday, May 20, warning of intense rainfall and possible disruptions. An orange alert has also been issued for nine districts for May 20 — Belagavi, Bagalkot, Dharwad, Shivamogga, Uttara Kannada, Haveri, Udupi, Chikkamagaluru and Dakshina Kannada — predicting heavy to very…
10,922 people (2,955 families) at risk; 88 villages vulnerable; 83 relief centres set up 24×7 Emergency Helplines: 08272-221077/ 08272-221099 Dedicated WhatsApp Number: 85500-01077 for sharing photos, requesting assistance & sending alerts Kushalnagar: With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting above-average heavy to very heavy rainfall during the upcoming South-West Monsoon beginning early June, the Kodagu…
Hassan: A resident of Kodagu was found murdered in Hassan yesterday. Sampath, also known as Shambhu, was found dead in Sakleshpur taluk, Hassan District. Police said the assailants murdered him and used his car to transport the body, dumping it in a forest area near Kallahalli before fleeing and leaving the vehicle behind. Sampath is…
Siddapura (Kodagu): With tourists flocking the Hilly Kodagu district, popularly known as Kashmir of Karnataka, almost all roads leading to various tourist spots in the district are witnessing huge traffic jams these days, especially during weekends. The popular tourist spots in the district include Nisargadhama near Kushalnagar, Harangi Dam near Kushalnagar, Dubare Elephant Camp, Abbey…
Case ends with compromise Murnad: A woman Police Sub-Inspector (SI) was allegedly assaulted by a truck driver in the middle of the road in Murnad, Kodagu district, while transporting a suspect in a Police vehicle yesterday. The SI, identified as Latha, is attached to the Virajpet Rural Police Station, while the accused truck driver, named…
Madikeri: Dubare, Kodagu’s prized tourist hotspot, now looks deserted as the once-mighty Cauvery River has run dry. The rhythmic gush of water, the thrill of whitewater river rafting and the laughter of tourists have all vanished — leaving behind an eerie stillness. With water levels plummeting due to the scorching March heat, rafting activities abruptly…
Madikeri: The Kandanda family in Kodagu recently inaugurated their newly built Ainmane (ancestral house) in the heart of Kolakeri village, Napoklu-Nad, Kodagu. The original Ainmane, believed to be around 600 years old, has been rebuilt while retaining its heritage aesthetics. The reconstruction, completed with a budget of approximately Rs. 1 crore, was funded by contributions…
Madikeri: The longstanding human-elephant conflict in Kodagu has intensified over the decades, with elephant attacks claiming 33 lives in recent years. Additionally, 53 people are grappling with various issues, including permanent disabilities. Despite continuous efforts by the Forest Department, the menace of wild elephants continues to escalate. In response, the State Government is gearing up…
By C.P. Belliappa It’s well-known that the British morphed Kodagu into Coorg and Madikeri into Mercara. The origin of the original name Kodagu is not very clear. It is said that Kodagu is a derivative of the ancient name Krodadesha. It could well be that the name Kodagu came from the word ‘Kodi’ denoting its…
Chamundi Hill upgrade to start from JanuaryDecember 4, 2025
Plan revised for safer Rathotsava movementDecember 4, 2025
Engineer turns burglarDecember 4, 2025
Construction of multi‑purpose centre, arch, v...December 4, 2025
Recent Comments