Ancient artefacts discovered in Kodagu district — a centuries-old Masti Veeragallu (hero stone) unearthed in the Harangi backwaters and a rare Kurma Karandaka found beneath the idol at Sri Bhagavathi Temple in Yavakapadi. Photo: Special arrangement Madikeri: Two significant archaeological discoveries in Kodagu district a rare ‘Kurma Karandaka’ unearthed beneath a temple idol in Yavakapadi and a centuries-old Masti Veeragallu found in the Harangi backwaters are offering fresh

A view of the Karnataka High Court in Bengaluru. Photo: Special Arrangement. Bengaluru: The Karnataka High Court on Monday directed the State police to produce records related to a criminal case registered by the Kutta police in Kodagu district concerning the alleged rape of a 33-year-old U.S. citizen at a homestay in April. The direction came while hearing a petition filed by the 55-year-old owner of the homestay, who has challenged the criminal proceedings initiated against

Directed by State award-winning filmmaker Prakash Kariappa K and produced by his wife K Yeshoda Prakash under their banner Swasthik Entertainment. Madikeri: Ummathat – The Rhythm of Kodava, a documentary capturing the rich cultural heritage of the Kodava community, has been selected for screening at the prestigious 19th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), scheduled to be held from June 15 to June 21, 2026. Directed by State award-winning filmmaker Prakash Kariappa K an