Akshata was killed for resisting rape: Cops arrest 19-year-old killer, associate

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June 20, 2015

Udupi, Jun 20: In a major breakthrough in Akshata Devadiga murder case, the Udupi district police have arrested two teenagers including the alleged murderer after questioning several persons in the area.

The arrested have been identified as Sunil and Akshay, both 19-year-old and residents of Yojana Nagar near Byndoor. They both are cousins and closes friends. On the day of crime, the duo had gone to Byndoor ITI to seek admissions. Local sources said that Sunil had recently been beaten in Byndoor for eve-teasing.

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Akshata Devadiga (17), daughter of Babu Devadiga and Radha Devadiga couple from Henberu village was found dead under suspicious circumstances on June 17 near a temple at Ottinene near Byndoor. Now, it is believed that the II PU science student was murdered for resisting rape.

Amrit Paul, Inspector General of Police (Western Range) told media persons here on Saturday that the Udupi district police led by K Annamalai, Superintendent of Police, managed to crack the case within two days and arrested two accused.

Mr Paul said that the girl died after confronting Sunil, who tried to sexually assault her. Even though Akshay did not involve in the murder, he tired to protect Sunil and misguided police, he said.

“Akshata used to go to college every day by walk. She had to pass through a plantation. Sunil had watched Akshata walking alone many a times and on June 17, when she was returning home from college, he followed her,” the IGP said.

IGP said that the girl initially managed to escape from Sunil and started running. Sunil chased her and pulled her uniform veil around her neck. When the girl continued to confront, he further tightened the veil and dragged her to an isolated spot in the forest area with the intention of raping her. However, she breathed her last on the spot.

The post-mortem report has reportedly confirmed that the girl was strangled to death. However, it did not indicate any sexual assault.

Meanwhile state Om Prakash, the Director General and Inspector General of Police (DG&IGP), Karnataka, has announced a reward of Rs 3 lakh to the police team led by Udupi SP for cracking the case.

It may be recalled here that a day after Akshata’s death hundreds of students of her college and local residents had staged a massive protest in Byndoor to exert pressure on the police to nab the culprits immediately. They had also issued a deadline to police.

On Friday Kimmane Ratnakar, Minister of State for Primary and Secondary Education, visited the house of the minor at Henberu village and consoled her parents.

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September 20,2024

Udupi: A vigilant Railway Protection Force (RPF) constable, Aparna K T, demonstrated remarkable presence of mind when she rescued a student who slipped while trying to board a moving train at Udupi Railway Station on Friday morning.

The incident occurred as passenger train number 06602 arrived at the station around 7:30 AM. The student, traveling from Mangaluru to Gokarna, had briefly alighted to purchase snacks. However, as the train began moving, she hurried back towards the carriage with the snacks in hand. In her rush, she lost her footing, slipping dangerously between the platform and the moving train.

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Woman constable Aparna K T was given a cash reward of Rs 5000.

 

Constable Aparna, who had been closely monitoring the passengers, immediately sprang into action. “I saw her running towards the train and alerted everyone by blowing my whistle. She slipped, and her legs were caught between the platform and the train. Without hesitation, I pulled her out with the help of others nearby,” she recalled.

Thanks to Aparna’s quick thinking and the swift response of the railway staff, the train was stopped in time. Railway personnel, including the guard and loco pilot, were immediately informed, and they acted promptly to halt the train using both flag signals and a walkie-talkie.

RPF Inspector Madhusoodhanan PV arrived at the scene shortly after to check on the passenger's condition. The shaken but uninjured student was given water and helped back onto the train to safely continue her journey.

In an added measure of care, the RPF post at Bhatkal was notified to follow up on the passenger’s well-being during her journey. The student, fortunately, reached her destination without further incident.

The heroic rescue was captured on CCTV and has since gone viral on social media, earning widespread praise. In recognition of her bravery, Regional Railway Manager (RRM) Karwar awarded Constable Aparna a cash reward of ₹5,000, commending her quick action that averted a potentially tragic accident.

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September 19,2024

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Mangaluru, Sep 19: Following the recent Nipah virus-related fatalities in Kerala, health authorities in Dakshina Kannada are taking proactive measures to monitor for potential cases of monkey fever. While typically found in African countries, monkey fever has raised concerns within the district, prompting increased vigilance.

To ensure early detection, travelers arriving at Mangaluru’s international airport and local ports will undergo health screenings. Additionally, a dedicated ambulance has been placed on standby for any emergent cases, and Wenlock Hospital has set aside a special ward with six reserved beds specifically for monkey fever patients.

"We currently have no confirmed cases of monkey fever in Dakshina Kannada, and there are no direct orders from the state government," said Dr. Timmaiah, the District Health Officer. "However, we are taking preventive measures, including continuous screening of incoming passengers. A special meeting is also being planned to discuss future action steps."

Dr. Timmaiah further highlighted the rise in general viral infections following the region's recent shift in weather patterns. "With the decline in rainfall, we are seeing an uptick in viral cases, particularly fevers accompanied by cough, cold, and throat pain, especially in children. Though Mangaluru has experienced mostly sunny weather, occasional rain at night has contributed to the spread of illnesses. It’s crucial for the public to remain vigilant and take preventive measures."

Health officials are urging residents to seek timely medical advice and follow recommended precautions to mitigate the spread of infectious diseases.

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September 20,2024

Starting in the 2025-26 academic year, private universities in Karnataka offering professional courses will no longer conduct separate entrance exams. This decision follows a directive from the state’s Higher Education Department, prompting private universities to form an association and agree to this significant change.

In a recent meeting with Higher Education Minister Dr. M. C. Sudhakar, representatives from 17 private universities confirmed their decision to discontinue individual entrance tests. Of the 27 private universities in the state, 17 offer professional courses, and they have collectively agreed to accept scores from existing national or state-level entrance exams.

“Some universities will consider JEE scores, others will rely on KCET, and a few are inclined towards COMEDK,” Dr. Sudhakar stated, leaving the choice of examination to the universities themselves. However, the department has also suggested that the universities consider a unified entrance test for admissions.

Looking ahead, Dr. Sudhakar hinted that the government may introduce a common entrance test for general degree courses at private universities as well. "As government colleges and universities currently don’t require entrance exams for general degree courses, we haven’t made any decisions on this yet," he explained.

The meeting also addressed concerns over the high fees charged by private universities. To regulate this, the universities were instructed to establish fee fixation committees, headed by retired judges, as required by law. These committees will be responsible for determining tuition fees. Additionally, the government will continue to regulate fees for 40% of seats in professional courses that are filled through KCET.

In an effort to bring greater uniformity among private institutions, the government is considering enacting a common law for all private universities, which would replace the individual acts currently governing each university. This would place all private universities under a single regulatory framework.

This move is expected to streamline the admissions process and create a more standardized system for both professional and general degree programs across Karnataka's private universities.

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