The makeshift bridge at Thithimathi in Kodagu (connecting Mysuru-South Kodagu) that had caved-in due to incessant rain has been restored now and the traffic was opened on the stretch this morning. Even local villagers from Majjigehalla, Devamachi and Balumane had to take a detour as the traffic was banned. The makeshift bridge was built next…
A group of youths from Mysuru, who took out a ride to celebrate International Jawa Day, are seen at Kakkabe village near Thadiyandamol Mountain in Kodagu. 12 Jawa enthusiasts — (from left) Balakrishna, Yashwanth, Sachin, Pradeep, Prasanna, Vikas, Nithyanand, Mohan, Pruthvi, Ravi, Ruthvik and Harsha — embarked on the journey from Mysuru last evening. Sharing…
Madikeri/ Mangaluru: Has the absence of JD(S) in Kodagu and Coastal districts denied the region of any budgetary benefits? This doubt has been raised by various sections of society as the budget has not given any specific project to Kodagu and Coastal districts of Udupi and Dakshina Kannada. People feel that the concern which CM…
Madikeri: Any talk of Kodagu often begins with the aromatic coffee, golden-glazed honey and some lip-smacking authentic delicacies. Honey has a special place in the district and Kodagu is known to produce distinct and rich honey that is famous for its originality, purity, taste and longevity even when stored in closed containers for years together….
Mysuru: Despite severe opposition from residents of Kodagu and Mysuru, elected representatives and environmentalists, the Government of Kerala is getting ready to prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Thalassery-Mysuru Railway line that will pass through lush green forests in South Kodagu. The line is among the ‘prioritised’ projects of Kerala. Certain reputed firms,…
Madikeri: After a brief break, monsoon has gained momentum in Kodagu yesterday. Heavy to very heavy rain has been reported from several parts of Kodagu, especially in Madikeri taluk. Following incessant rain, the Kodagu District Administration has declared a holiday for primary schools and high schools in Madikeri and Somwarpet taluks today. So far, three…
Watch out! The writing is on the wall The smallest district in Karnataka is Kodagu. It was described as Scotland of India by the British. It is 900 mts (2,953 feet) from the sea level. With this altitude, it is considered a Hill Station. It is nestled in the womb of Western Ghats with a…
Madikeri; Revenue Minister R.V. Deshpande today visited the Kodagu-Kerala Inter-State Highway at Makutta in Kodagu which was heavily damaged following heavy rains recently and took stock of the situation. The Minister instructed the officials to repair the damaged roads, cut down weak and old trees on roadsides besides assuring that there was no shortage for…
Koppa was a small village town in Kodagu. The only government departments there are the ubiquitous Police Outpost and the Post Office. The government hospital was 20 kms away in the Taluk Head Quarters at Virajpet. The village town was in dire need of a doctor. When a young man Narayan from Kodagu completed his…
Madikeri: A high alert has been sounded in parts of Kodagu that borders Sullia taluk of Dakshina Kannada following the movement of Naxalites. Anti-Naxal Force is conducting combing operations in places including Bhagamandala, Talacauvery Forest, Karike and Kakkabe in Kodagu. Kodagu Additional SP Satish told Star of Mysore this morning that villagers residing in these…
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