Silver 'ratha' formally handed over to Kudroli temple

March 2, 2011

Mangalore, March 2: Amid various rituals, Sri Gokarnanatha Kshetra at Kudroli on Wednesday received a splendid gift, a silver chariot offered by an affluent family in the presence of former minister B Janardhana Poojary and a galaxy of priests.

The ratha was formally dedicated to the temple on the auspicious vrashaba lagnam muhurtha of 12:42 pm coinciding with the period when the annual festival of the temple and Maha Shivarathri festivities, that is being observed with traditional fervour and gaiety.

Gifted to the Sri Kshetra by Ramesh Kumar, Urmila Ramesh Kumar and family, the 4,500 kg ratha had been brought to the Kshetra with pomp and splendour on February 18.

The ratha measures 18.5 feet tall and is 8.5 metres in diameter. The craftsmen who have manufactured this ratha have used 225 kg of silver.

Later, the idol of the presiding deity was carried on the silver ratha, which was followed by 'ratha pooja', 'ratharohana', 'ratha bali' rituals and performance of a 'Mangalarathi'.

Harikrishna Bantwal, spokesperson of the Kshetra, said the idea of donating the ratha was as per the wishes of the Ramesh Kumar family. “Now, the temple management has become the custodian of this offering made by the family in fulfilment of their wishes,” he said.

The ratha with its intricate carvings has become an additional attraction of the Kshetra which has many other attractions for the devotees thronging there.

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Mangaluru: Resort owner and manager arrested after pool claims lives of 3 college girls

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November 18,2024

Mangaluru: The Ullal police have arrested Manohar, the owner of Vazco Beach Resort, and its manager Bharath in connection with the drowning of three college girls from Mysuru at the resort’s swimming pool on November 17.

City Commissioner of Police Anupam Agrawal confirmed the arrests, stating that a case has been registered under Section 106 of BNS. The bodies of the victims, all in their twenties, have been handed over to their parents. The women had arrived at the resort for a weekend getaway on November 16.

Following the tragic incident, the resort was sealed by officials led by Mangaluru Assistant Commissioner Harshavardhan. The trade license of the resort, issued on June 13, 2024, has been suspended, and the tourism department has temporarily revoked the resort's registration. These actions prohibit the resort from engaging in any tourism-related activities until further notice.

Someshwara TMC Chief Officer stated that the suspension was due to the resort's failure to implement adequate safety measures, which resulted in the loss of three lives. Further investigations are underway.

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Mangaluru: 32-year-old Karthik Bhat ends life after brutally killing wife and child

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November 10,2024

Mangaluru: A heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded in the quiet Bellayuru village on the outskirts of Mangaluru as a man’s life ended on a railway track following an apparent double murder. Authorities from the Mulki police station identified the man as Karthik Bhat, 32, whose lifeless body was discovered on the tracks with his head positioned on the rail, indicating a tragic suicide.

Nearby, police recovered keys to a scooter and a house, which eventually led them to uncover a series of chilling events. Following the trail, officers located Bhat’s scooter parked near Mahammayi Temple. Inside the vehicle, they found documents confirming his identity, including an RC, insurance papers, and his driving license.

Their search continued to Bhat's home in Pakshikere, Kemral village, where they discovered a locked room. With the keys retrieved from the tracks, police unlocked the door, only to be confronted by a horrifying sight. The bodies of Priyanka (28) and her young son Hriday (4) lay in a pool of blood, pointing to a brutal murder that occurred just hours before Bhat’s suicide.

Initial investigations suggest Bhat, beleaguered by ongoing family disputes, committed the murders of his wife and son on the evening of November 8 before tragically ending his own life. A death note found in his diary hinted at his mental state and tragic intentions.

Priyanka’s family, residing in Shivamogga, was informed of the incident. The couple, married for six years, now leaves behind grieving relatives and unanswered questions. Police have initiated formal proceedings, collecting statements from family members as they continue their investigation into the tragic sequence of events.

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