Coffee Board signs MoU with IIPM for coffee estate management education

Bengaluru City Police direct Suchitra Cinema and Cultural Academy to halt all performances amid escalating protests and allegations over the play’s portrayal of Mahatma Gandhi.

Kodagu Express Bureau·10h ago· 2 min

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Prasad Bidapa and A.B. Subbaiah from Kodagu receive Karnataka Rajyotsava Awards 2026

Two prominent personalities from Kodagu, fashion choreographer Prasad Bidapa and former Indian hockey captain Dr A.B. Subbaiah, have been honoured with the 2026 Karnataka Rajyotsava Award for their contributions to fashion and sports, respectively.

Kodagu Express Bureau·2d ago· 2 min

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Karnataka Rajyotsava: Remembering Coorg, the Little State That Once Stood on Its Own

Once India's smallest state, Coorg had its own administration, political identity and proud history before merging with Mysore State in 1956. On Karnataka Rajyotsava, Saritha Devaiah Ballachanda revisits the little state's journey and the memories of a distinct identity that continues to endure in Kodagu.

Saritha Devaiah Ballachanda·3d ago· 3 min

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Former Supreme Court judge A.S. Bopanna inaugurates Senior Civil Court in Ponnampet, Kodagu

The inauguration, attended by several Karnataka High Court judges and senior judicial officials, is expected to improve access to judicial services for residents of Ponnampet taluk.

Kodagu Express Bureau·3d ago· 1 min

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Two Kodagu natives selected for Karnataka Rajyotsava Award

The Karnataka government has announced 71 awardees for the state's second-highest civilian honour, recognising their achievements across various sectors, including art, literature, sports, education, social service and industry.

Kodagu Express Bureau·4d ago· 2 min

Sport

Kodava Hockey Academy appeals to reschedule other family sports tournaments

Academy president Pandanda Bopanna said the appeal was being made to ensure that the different sporting events could be conducted without scheduling conflicts. He added that discussions would be held with the concerned organisers in this regard.

Kodagu Express Bureau·4d ago· 1 min

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Kodagu's Madikeri Dasara generates 25% less waste this year following plastic bottle ban

According to City Municipal Commissioner Ramesh, nearly eight tractor-loads of waste were collected during the post-Dasara clean-up operation.

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Madikeri auto drivers call 12-hour shutdown to protest Rapido bike taxis today

The association has decided to suspend services for a day, alleging that the operation of bike taxis has severely affected the daily earnings of auto-rickshaw drivers.

Kodagu Express Bureau·5d ago· 1 min