In a program organized by Bearys Cultural Forum (BCF) in Mangaluru, District In-charge Minister U.T. Khader urged students from poor backgrounds to focus on leadership skills alongside academic excellence. Scholarships were distributed to over 300 students ranging from PUC to postgraduate levels, and 100 sewing machines were donated to women for self-employment. The event saw participation from various dignitaries including Dr. Thumbay Moideen and other BCF leaders, emphasizing that poverty should not be a barrier to education. https://www.varthabharati.in/DakshinaKannada/develop-leadership-qualities-along-with-good-academic-performance-minister-ut-khader-calls-2268449

A complaint has been filed at the Urwa police station in Mangaluru against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, alleging that she insulted the national song 'Vande Mataram' during Independence Day celebrations at the AICC headquarters in Delhi. BJP leader Vikas Puttur filed the complaint, claiming she instructed workers to stop the song midway. He urged action under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and warned of moving the High Court if no FIR is filed. However, the Mangaluru Police Commissioner stated that no FIR has been registered yet. https://www.etvbharat.com/kn/state/complaint-filed-at-urva-police-station-sonia-gandhi-allegedly-insulting-vande-mataram-kas26081603408

A female Police Sub-Inspector (PSI) named Nayana was allegedly assaulted and body-shamed by four men while on duty near Bhattarahalli junction in Bengaluru. The accused, identified as Hemanth Reddy, Radhakrishna Reddy, Harshit Reddy, and Rahul, reportedly attacked her and used derogatory language when she intervened in a dispute involving a constable. An FIR has been registered at K.R. Puram police station. The incident follows a recent similar case in Mandya where a BJP MLA's daughter was accused of assaulting a female PSI during duty. https://kannada.timesnownews.com/news/attack-on-female-psi-in-bengaluru-fir-against-4-people-article-155698583

Ukraine launched a drone attack on Russia, targeting a Wildberries warehouse in Moscow. The attack caused a significant fire at the facility, marking a continuation of Ukraine's cross-border strikes against Russian infrastructure and commercial hubs amid the ongoing conflict. https://kannada.news18.com/videos/national-international/drone-attack-wildberries-warehouse-hit-in-moscow-russia-vs-ukraine-psp-2470888.html

Senior Congress MLA NY Gopalakrishna from Molakalmuru, Chitradurga, has sparked controversy by suggesting his constituency be merged with neighboring Andhra Pradesh. Despite being a 7-time MLA, he expressed frustration over being denied a cabinet berth and felt neglected by the party leadership. He claimed that the constituency is ignored due to its remote location and lacks development, leading to his outburst during a site inspection. https://www.kannadaprabha.com/karnataka/2026/Aug/16/congress-mla-ny-gopalakrishna-stirs-controversy-demands-molakalmuru-merge-with-andhra-pradesh

BJP leader Vikas Puttur has filed a police complaint at Urwa station in Mangaluru against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi. The complaint alleges that she interrupted the singing of 'Vande Mataram' during the Independence Day celebrations at the Congress headquarters in Delhi. The complainant seeks legal action under Section 3 of the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act and BNS Sections 195 and 352, claiming her actions disrespected the national song. https://www.varthabharati.in/DakshinaKannada/mangaluru-bjp-files-complaint-against-congress-leader-sonia-gandhi-2268451

The controversial NICE Road toll collection in Bengaluru has sparked a fresh political row. Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy has written a letter to CM Siddaramaiah and DCM D.K. Shivakumar demanding an immediate ban on what he calls illegal toll collection by the NICE company. The BJP has supported this move, with Opposition Leader R. Ashoka accusing the firm of looting citizens and urging the government to follow court orders to remove the tolls. https://tv9kannada.com/videos/stop-nices-unauthorised-toll-collection-urged-by-hd-kumaraswamy-and-r-ashok-1225878.html

A free health camp was organized by Sri Kshetra Dharmasthala Rural Development Project at Honnaghatta in Doddaballapura taluk. The camp, held at the village dairy premises, saw participation from 53 people who underwent eye, blood pressure, and diabetes screenings. Free spectacles were distributed to those with vision issues, and guidance was provided regarding cashless cataract surgeries for Health Raksha cardholders. The event was attended by district and taluk-level officials along with medical experts from Drishti Hospital. https://publicnext.com/news/district/bangalore+rural/news/kn/free-health-camp-in-honnaghatta-eye-check-up-for-53-people-1284889

MLA N.Y. Gopalakrishna clarified that he never intended to demand merging Molakalmuru taluk with Andhra Pradesh. He explained that his intention was to suggest merging it with Bellary or Challakere for better development and 371(J) benefits. He admitted to accidentally mentioning 'Andhra' instead of 'Bellary' during his speech. Emphasizing that Molakalmuru is a backward taluk as per the Nanjundappa report, he stated his priority is local welfare and development. He requested people not to politicize the issue and offered an apology for any confusion caused. https://publicnext.com/news/district/chitradurga/politics/kn/didn-t-say-to-merge-molakalmuru-taluk-with-andhra-pradesh-mla-n-y-gopalakrishna-s-clarification-1284887

A massive blood donation camp themed 'Save Earth by Giving Blood' was organized in Balkunje by the Land Sufferers' Welfare Committee and Blood Help Care Karnataka. Fr. Paul Sequeira chaired the event, emphasizing harmony and life-saving through donation. Free BP and sugar check-ups were also conducted by V-Care Clinical Laboratory for the public. https://publicnext.com/news/district/mangalore/cultural+activity/kn/balkunje-massive-blood-donation-camp-with-the-theme-let-s-save-the-earth-by-giving-blood-1284886