The issue gained wider attention after reports emerged regarding the sale of a large parcel of land near the revered hill, which is closely associated with the famous Padi Igguthappa Temple near Kakkabe in Madikeri taluk. Madikeri: Opposition to the alleged commercialisation of land near the sacred Malama Betta, also known as Igguthappa Betta, has intensified across Kodagu, with residents and members of the Kodava community and the natives of the district voicing concern over

Addressing a press conference in Madikeri on Tuesday, Kodagu Superintendent of Police R.N. Bindu Mani said KCOCA cases had been booked against two rowdy-sheeters. Madikeri: In a first for Kodagu district, police have registered two cases under the Karnataka Control of Organised Crimes Act (KCOCA) and arrested three persons, signalling a tougher crackdown on habitual offenders and organised criminal activities. Addressing a press conference in Madikeri on Tuesday, Kodagu Super

The deceased has been identified as Manoj Anand (57). Kadanga(Virajpet):A 57-year-old tourist from Goa died after reportedly experiencing breathing difficulties while entering a swimming pool at a private resort in Kadanga near Virajpet on Monday, June 16, 2026. The deceased has been identified as Manoj Anand (57). According to family members of the victim, Manoj had arrived at the resort on Monday afternoon along with his wife and two children for a family vacation. After ch