Bride and groom with guests, including Mantar Gowda, Madikeri MLA, at the wedding ceremony in Madikeri. Photo courtesy: Instagram/Mantar Gowda. Madikeri: In a heartwarming celebration of hope and belonging, a young woman residing at Thanal Ashram in Madikeri began a new chapter in her life after her wedding was solemnised in accordance with Kodava traditions on Friday. The bride, Maina, who had been living at the ashram for the past four years, married Poovanna from Bettathur

Image used for representative purposes only. Kutta/Madikeri: The Karnataka government has cancelled the operating licence of a homestay in Kodagu following allegations that a solo woman traveller from Washington was sexually assaulted on the premises. Officials confirmed on Thursday that the property, located in Kutta village, has been ordered to shut after initial inquiries pointed to grave violations of safety standards and failure to protect guests. According to the surviv

Founded and edited by Ajjinikanda Mahesh Nachaiah, the publication has played a significant role in nurturing Kodava identity through journalism. Virajpet: Poomaale Kodava Weekly, a prominent publication dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Kodava language and culture, has completed 30 years of its journey on April 24, 2026. Marking this milestone, the weekly steps into its 31st year, celebrating three decades of consistent contribution to the Kodava community. Foun