The pre-monsoon rains accompanied with heavy winds have caused damage to the properties of MESCOM to the tune of ₹9.63 crores in two months. The jurisdiction of the MESCOM is spread over Dakshina Kannada, Udupi, Shivamogga and Chikkamagaluru districts. The severe damage was reported in Dakshina Kannada and Chikkamagaluru districts, the company said in a release. The assessment of damage …
MANGALURU: As 14 constituencies in Karnataka prepare for elections on Friday, all eyes are on the political landscape in the coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi, traditionally regarded as strongholds of saffron outfits. BJP's Capt Brijesh Chowta faces off against Congress' Padmaraj R Poojary.While the BJP exudes confidence in maintaining its electoral dominance, Congress anticipates a resurgence, citing shifting …
Several parts of Karnataka have been experiencing extremely hot weather, of which Kalaburagi district recorded the highest temperature in the state at 42.7 degree Celsius on Sunday.Kalaburagi had recorded 43.1 degree Celsius on Saturday and 43.3 on Friday.Bengaluru on Sunday recorded 37.2 degree Celsius. The capital city, which is known for its salubrious weather had registered 37.6 on Saturday, which …
The India Meteorological Department on Tuesday issued a heatwave warning for the northern districts of Karnataka until April 5, with dry weather anticipated across the state in the upcoming days. On Tuesday, isolated pockets in north interior Karnataka of the state saw heat wave conditions, while Kodagu district received relief from the scorching temperatures with a fresh spell of rainfall …
