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Time of India
07-08-2025
- Time of India
Murder accused absconding for 4 years held in Bhopal
Mangaluru: A team led by the Surathkal inspector Pramod Kumar arrested an accused who was absconding for four years in connection with a 2014 murder case. The accused, Shahnawaz alias Shanu, was arrested from Karad in Bhopal on Aug 4. He was produced before the II JMFC court in Bhopal, where a transit warrant was secured, and brought to Mangaluru on Wednesday. Shanu and his accomplice Bahadur Singh were on the run for the past four years, stated the police. The case pertains to a brutal murder that took place on Feb 8, 2014, between 4 pm and 8 pm in Kulai, Hosabettu. The victim, Sumathi Prabhu, was attacked with a knife and killed at her residence. Around 192g (24 sovereigns) of gold ornaments, worth approximately Rs 3.8 lakh, were stolen from her body. Following the incident, the victim's son, Gurudas Prabhu, lodged a complaint at Surathkal police station. During the investigation, three accused were identified and arrested including Shivram, Bahadur Singh alias Bahadur alias Buyya from Rajasthan, and Shahnawaz alias Shanu from Uttar Pradesh. A chargesheet was filed before the court on July 17. However, after securing bail, the accused failed to appear before the court and went absconding. Arrest warrants were subsequently issued against them. One of the accused, Shivram, was arrested in Rajasthan on March 3 this year. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and s ilver prices in your area.
The Hindu
16-07-2025
- The Hindu
Data breach at NIT-K, accounts files missing from computer server
The Director of the National Institute of Technology-Karnataka (NIT-K), Surathkal, has complained that some data related to the finances of the institute were missing from the computer server, and demanded action against those responsible. In the complaint to Surathkal police on July 9, B. Ravi said that, at 3.30 p.m. on June 9, staff of the accounts department noticed that some crucial files were missing from the institute's accounts server at the Office Computer Centre on the first floor of the main building. The missing data affected over 7,500 teaching staff, non-teaching staff and students. This happened at the end of 2024-25 financial year and in the beginning of the financial year 2025-26. The staff of the institute's MIS (Management Information System) section, which is the custodian of login and passwords of the server, assessed the data breach. An internal committee comprising teaching staff from the institute's Computer Science/Information Technology departments, and an external committee of cyber security experts were formed to retrieve the lost data, and also to carry out a preliminary investigation into the data breach. After identifying the computers and logins used to erase the data, the two committees securely locked the main server and also the suspicious computers. The external committee submitted a report on June 20 while the internal committee submitted its report on June 30, wherein user ID of the suspicious computers used to breach into the accounts server of the institute was mentioned. The complaint was registered under Sections 43 (penalty and compensation for damage to computer, computer systems), 66 (c) (identity theft) and 66 (d) (cheating by personation using computer systems) of Information Technology Act and under Section 318(2) (cheating) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Regarding reasons for the delay in reporting the data breach, the First Information Report (FIR) stated: 'It was due to data recovery, re-starting of financial operations and preliminary investigations, which took nearly three months.' The police said they were going through CCTV footage of the institute and collecting other evidences to trace the culprits.
Time of India
10-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Action committee warns intense protest over bad condition of NH stretch
Mangaluru: The Action Committee Against Toll Gate, Surathkal, has warned of intense protests if the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) does not fill potholes on the Surathkal–Nanthoor highway stretch. "Every monsoon, potholes appear in rows on the Surathkal-Nanthoor National Highway stretch, posing a threat to two-wheeler riders. This time, dangerous potholes appeared on the highway with the first rain. The first casualty has already occurred, and it is uncertain how many more precious lives will be lost here. No one seems to care about this," stated Muneer Katipalla, coordinator of the action committee. A resident of Janatha Colony in Surathkal, who was travelling on his two-wheeler near Panambur, fell into a pothole and was run over by a tanker coming from behind and died last night, he said. "We have been raising our voices from the action committee to repair this highway fully before the monsoon and prevent such tragic deaths. After putting forward this demand and urging the people's representatives, we held a peaceful protest in Kuloor, for which an FIR was filed against us. Despite this, we continued our fight within our limits. Now, a prelude to the series of deaths caused by highway potholes this monsoon has been written," said Muneer. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Tragically, instead of inspecting the dire condition of the national highway and taking steps to fill the potholes, people's representatives are busy with vote bank politics. People's representatives should wake up and take immediate steps to fill the numerous potholes on the highway. Otherwise, a procession of deaths on the highway will occur this monsoon, he said. "Do not compel us to engage in intense protests. Also, ensure that the highway authority provides compensation to the bereaved family of the deceased," Muneer urged.
Hans India
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
‘Poetica' celebrates over 125 Konkani poems at the scenic Bajpe
Mangaluru: A celebration of Konkani literature and culture unfolded at St. Anthony's Church in Bajpe on Sunday as the 39th edition of Poetica brought together more than 125 original poems and a vibrant display of coastal creativity. Organised by the cultural association Ami Ani Amchim, the poetry gathering witnessed enthusiastic participation from renowned Konkani poets across coastal Karnataka and Goa. Over a hundred literary enthusiasts gathered to listen to recitations and performances that showcased the depth and diversity of Konkani verse. Presiding over the event, parish priest Rev Fr Francis Rodrigues lauded the efforts of Poetica and Ami Ani Amchim in promoting literature and fostering social dialogue. He said that such grassroots initiatives had taken up the mantle of nurturing regional languages and cultural heritage. Santosh D'Souza, central president of the Catholic Sabha and chief guest of the event, was felicitated for his contributions to the community. He praised the literary community's proactive role, observing that many of the responsibilities that ideally rest with the government are being fulfilled by cultural organisations and independent writers. The event was led by Poetica president Naveen Pereira (Surathkal), along with Ami Ani Amchim president Denis D'Silva and Secretary Santosh D'Costa. Noted Konkani poets George Ligouri D'Souza (Surathkal) and Lloyd Rego (Taccode) chaired the poetry sessions. Among the poets who presented their work were Jossey Pinto (Kinnigoli), Guadalupe Dias (Goa), Roshan Castelino (Paladka), Fr. Francis Rodrigues (Antonikatte), E.D. Cardoza (Taccode), Maccha Millar, Maria Pinto (Kulasekhar), Maxin Rodrigues (Bondel), Saraswati Naik (Goa), Godwin Pinto (Bejai), Raymond D'Cunha (Taccode), Richy Pereira (Derebail), Stanislaus D'Souza (Kirem), Edward Lobo (Thokkottu), Pedro Prabhu (Taccode), Lavy (Ganjimath), Henry Mascarenhas (Ganjimath), Lancy Sequeira (Surathkal), Remy (Katipalla), and Lawrence D'Souza (Surathkal), among others. The evening also featured cultural performances by the Rang Tarang Madanthyar troupe, who performed traditional Konkani songs that received an enthusiastic response from the audience.
Hans India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Over 125 Konkani Poems Celebrated at 'Poetica' Gathering in Coastal Karnataka
Mangaluru: A celebration of Konkani literature and culture unfolded at St. Anthony's Church in Bajpe on Sunday as the 39th edition of Poetica brought together more than 125 original poems and a vibrant display of coastal creativity. Organised by the cultural association Ami Ani Amchim, the poetry gathering witnessed enthusiastic participation from renowned Konkani poets across coastal Karnataka and Goa. Over a hundred literary enthusiasts gathered to listen to recitations and performances that showcased the depth and diversity of Konkani verse. Presiding over the event, parish priest Rev. Fr. Francis Rodrigues lauded the efforts of Poetica and Ami Ani Amchim in promoting literature and fostering social dialogue. He said that such grassroots initiatives had taken up the mantle of nurturing regional languages and cultural heritage. Santosh D'Souza, central president of the Catholic Sabha and chief guest of the event, was felicitated for his contributions to the community. He praised the literary community's proactive role, observing that many of the responsibilities that ideally rest with the government are being fulfilled by cultural organisations and independent writers. The event was led by Poetica president Naveen Pereira (Surathkal), along with Ami Ani Amchim president Denis D'Silva and secretary Santosh D'Costa. Noted Konkani poets George Ligouri D'Souza (Surathkal) and Lloyd Rego (Taccode) chaired the poetry sessions. Among the poets who presented their work were Jossey Pinto (Kinnigoli), Guadalupe Dias (Goa), Roshan Castelino (Paladka), Fr. Francis Rodrigues (Antonikatte), E.D. Cardoza (Taccode), Maccha Millar, Maria Pinto (Kulasekhar), Maxin Rodrigues (Bondel), Saraswati Naik (Goa), Godwin Pinto (Bejai), Raymond D'Cunha (Taccode), Richy Pereira (Derebail), Stanislaus D'Souza (Kirem), Edward Lobo (Thokkottu), Pedro Prabhu (Taccode), Lavy (Ganjimath), Henry Mascarenhas (Ganjimath), Lancy Sequeira (Surathkal), Remy (Katipalla), and Lawrence D'Souza (Surathkal), among others. The evening also featured cultural performances by the Rang Tarang Madanthyar troupe, who performed traditional Konkani songs that received an enthusiastic response from the audience.
