Communal clashes erupt at Gangavathi after mosque stoned on Milad eve

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December 12, 2016

Gangavathi, Dec 12: Over a dozen people including a senior police officer and a journalist were injured during a communal clash at Gangavathi town in Koppal district on the eve of Eid Milad-un-Nabi.

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More than 10 people, including a Deputy Superintendent of Police and a journalist, were injured during communal clashes at Gangavathi town in Koppal district on Sunday.

Two autorickshaws, as many goods vehicles and a bike were destroyed after miscreants set them on fire. The police clamped prohibitory orders in the town following the violence. Additional forces have been deployed and situation continues to be tense, the police said.

DySP S?M?Sandigwad, television journalist Venkatesh Hosalli and a local Muslim leader Yusuf Qadri were among the injured.

The condition of Hosalli and Shivakumar and K?Pampapathi, who were also injured in the violence, is said to be serious.

The violence broke out over tying some flags atop a few houses at Gundamma camp on the occasion of Hanuma Jayanthi and Eid Milad. Situation turned tense as youths from the two communities had an argument.

A few minutes later, a few unknown men, who had masked their faces, threw stones at a masjid at Alfia Circle and fled the scene.

As the news of stone- throwing spread, members of the Muslim community held a meeting at a mosque. Meanwhile, some youths attacked the Yajnavalkya temple and thrashed a few devotees, the police said.

Following the attack on the devotees, a group of youths brandishing lethal weapons stoned the residence of local MLA Iqbal Ansari's personal assistant S?M?Qadri.

Later, Muslim youths set a tyre on fire in front of the police station and staged a protest, seeking action against the attackers. A?group of Hindu youths also burnt a tyre at Pampa Circle, demanding action against those who had attacked the devotees at the temple.

Koppal Superintendent of Police Thyagarajan rushed to spot and was monitoring the situation when the reports last came in.

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K M Shafeeq
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Wednesday, 14 Dec 2016

I heard that after the Celebration of Eid Miladunnabi (saws) no body are there for the Salah/Prayer /Namaz in Masjid, still I am in confusion about your Love of Prophet (saws) you never thing this type of Love will make you happy/ help in the hereafter.

I meant to say that whatever he Prophet Mohammad Peace be upon him teaches us, do it first rest of guesses will discuss later.

Obey the 5 Islamic Pillars
1. Shahadath Kalima
2. Five (5) Times a day Obligatory Prayers
3. Zakath (Obligatory Charity for the poor people)
4. Ramzan / Ramadan Fasting
5. HAJ (If it is possible / able to do Haj, go for Haj)

If you are unable to fulfill the commandments of Allah and the prophet Mohammad (pbuh) as much as you can, then what type Muslim you are?

K M Shafeeq
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Wednesday, 14 Dec 2016

whomsoever made this issue they should be Identified as soon as possible, and must be rectified. The Muslim should never commit such a communal clashes because Islam never teaches to harm the community / society of the country.

you should be understand What is Islam and who is Muslim ?

Islam is the Religion, meaning submission of his/her will to almighty God (Allah)

Muslim is the caste, one who is submitting his/her will to almighty Allah (God) is a Muslim

Islam is Peace Religion don't look at the Muslims may be theirs name seems as Muslim in fact they are not keeping commandments of Allah The Holy Quran & the Saheeh Hadith of Prophet (SAWS) is the Constitution of Human beings. meaning how to Live a Life peacefully.

See the Book \THE 100\" Ranking of the most influential Person in History by American Astrophysicists & author Michael H.Hart

if we see here some of the comments are indicates it should have done by Muslims! in fact the True Muslim cannot be done this communal clash and something hidden need to be identified."

K M Shafeeq
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Wednesday, 14 Dec 2016

whomsoever made this issue they should be Identified as soon as possible, and must be rectified. The Muslim should never commit such a communal clashes because Islam never teaches to harm the community / society of the country.

you should be understand What is Islam and who is Muslim ?

Islam is the Religion, meaning submission of his/her will to almighty God (Allah)

Muslim is the caste, one who is submitting his/her will to almighty Allah (God) is a Muslim

Islam is Peace Religion don't look at the Muslims may be theirs name seems as Muslim in fact they are not keeping commandments of Allah The Holy Quran & the Saheeh Hadith of Prophet (SAWS) is the Constitution of Human beings. meaning how to Live a Life peacefully.

See the Book \THE 100\" Ranking of the most influential Person in History by American Astrophysicists & author Michael H.Hart

if we see here some of the comments are indicates it should have done by Muslims! in fact the True Muslim cannot be done this communal clash and something hidden need to be identified."

Althaf
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Monday, 12 Dec 2016

Because of this Non islamic event people are suffering. Muslims should not do this kind of Bidaath.

Rikaz
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Monday, 12 Dec 2016

if they had not thrown stone on mosque, temple and devotees wouldn't have been disturbed.....tit for tat attitude is not good....Muslims should refrain from it....

put those bajrangies behind bar.....they are the biggest problem creators around.....bad people.....

zakir
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Monday, 12 Dec 2016

We Indians are appreated all over the world but some black sheep in every communitiy and their so called coward leaders make use of every possible effort to creat communal clash and encash the political gain out of this...

Why not police use Goonda act on those who initiate these....

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Shagun holds the unique distinction of being the sole player from Karnataka selected to represent the country in the prestigious international tournament. The championship, organized by the School Games Federation, is scheduled to take place in Shangluo, China, from December 3 to 13, where Shagun will lead the national squad.

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Shagun’s selection is a testament to her dedication and exceptional skill on the court. Her journey included several rigorous rounds of selection:

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•    Out of eight players from Karnataka who advanced to the national selection camp in Pune, Maharashtra, Shagun was the only one to secure a place in the final national squad.

•    The national camp saw participation from approximately 200 players, which was shortlisted to 23. Shagun not only made the final cut but was also ranked as the second-best player overall, solidifying her leadership role.

Shagun, who is the daughter of Sandesh Verma and Shruthiraj of Kallotte, Karkala, has trained under experienced coaches Santosh D’Souza, Jeevan D’Silva, Jairaj Poojary, and Ramesh. Her selection as the team captain has brought profound honour to her family, school, the Udupi district, and the entire state of Karnataka.

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Udupi: A 40-year-old NRI from Udupi has reportedly lost more than Rs 12.25 lakh in an online investment scam operated through Telegram.

According to a complaint filed at the CEN police station, Leo Jerome Mendonsa, who has been working in Dubai for the past 15 years in computer accessories sales, maintains NRI accounts in Karkala and Nitte.

On November 12, 2025, Mendonsa was added to a Telegram group called Instaflow Earnings by unknown individuals. Users identified as Priya and Dipannita persuaded him to invest in “Revenue Tasks.” Initially, Mendonsa transferred Rs 1,100 multiple times and received the promised returns, encouraging him to continue.

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After receiving the money, the alleged handlers stopped responding, and neither the invested amount nor the promised profits were returned.

The CEN police have registered a case under Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act and Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and investigations are ongoing.

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Mangaluru, Dec 3: A group of Congress workers gathered at the Mangaluru International Airport on Wednesday to welcome AICC general secretary K C Venugopal, but the reception quickly turned into a display of support for Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar.

Venugopal arrived in the city to participate in the centenary commemoration of the historic dialogue between Mahatma Gandhi and Narayana Guru. The event, organised by the Sivagiri Mutt, Varkala, in association with the Mangalore University Sri Narayana Guru Study Chair, is being held on the university’s Konaje campus.

KPCC general secretary Mithun Rai and several party workers had assembled at the airport to receive Venugopal. However, the moment he stepped out, workers began raising slogans backing Shivakumar.

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