NMPA chairman AV Ramana raises concerns over 'rogue vessels' in Indian and international waters during a workshop on maritime adversities. Urges stakeholders to be cautious and cross-verify distress claims from commercial vessels without proper fitness certificates.
The sporadic emergence of dengue cases in Dakshina Kannada villages has become a cause of concern for the health department. Learn about the correlation between humidity and mosquito breeding, and the preventive measures being taken by health workers to combat dengue.
New Mangalore Port's golden jubilee celebrations will see the inauguration of infrastructure projects including modernisation of KK Gate, road four-laning, and RFID introduction. NMPA's growth and achievements in handling cargo and vessels indicate a positive outlook for 2024-25.
An undertrial prisoner named Muhammad Noufal, 26, from Majeshwar, Kerala, ended his life by hanging at a hospital jail ward in Mangaluru. The incident occurred at 3.40am, where Noufal, who was being treated for depression, took his life. The City police commissioner confirmed the incident and a case has been registered at Mangaluru south police station.
The New Mangaluru Port Authority (NMPA) will organize a workshop on maritime adversities at Hotel Taj Vivanta. The workshop will focus on processes, roles of stakeholders, preventive measures, and response systems in dealing with maritime adversities. Inaugurated by DC Mullai Muhilan MP, the workshop will feature domain experts discussing key topics.