Manipal gang-rape: Prime accused still critical

naeem@coastaldigest.com (CD Network)

June 30, 2013

Udupi, Jun 30: The condition of former Bajrang Dal activist Yogesh Poojary, the prime accused in Manipal gang-rape case, is said to be 'critical but stable'. Yogesh was admitted to KMC Hospital following his bid to commit suicide by consuming poison.

According to the sources, Yogesh had consumed a pesticide organo-prosphate, which is similar to tic-20. He is said to have consumed a glass of this pesticide which is used to spray over paddy crops to kill pests. This strong form of pesticide renders the pests immobile, smothers and kills the pest. The implication is the same when human beings consume the pesticide.

It is said that he had consumed the pesticide two hours prior to being rushed to the hospital. Due to this the poison had spread throughout the body.

Sources say that for about three to four hours of reaching the hospital, Yogesh still managed to speak. After five to six hours he found it difficult to breath due to the affect of the poison.

Yogesh is presently in the Intensive Care Unit of the hospital and there are all possibilities of him remaining here for a week.

Despite the procedure of cleansing the body off the poison was done, the poison had spread to most parts of the body. Experts say that while some poison can be cleared from the body through excreta and urine, this poison is a rigid poison which does not get cleared so easily.

The affects of the poison will remain in the body for long and the patient even if saved, will faced prolonged problems like breathing problems, weakness etc. In many cases it also leads to heart and kidney problems.

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Nandini milk price to increase by ₹4 per litre in Karnataka from April 1

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March 27,2025

The Karnataka government has announced that Nandini milk will become ₹4 costlier per litre starting April 1, 2025. This is the second price hike this year.

The decision was made during a cabinet meeting led by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Karnataka Cooperation Minister K N Rajanna and Animal Husbandry Minister K Venkatesh said the increase is meant to support dairy farmers by covering the rising costs of producing and processing milk.

Officials also said that:

>> The extra money from the price hike will go directly to the milk producers.

>> The earlier ₹2 price hike (announced on June 26, 2024) will be withdrawn.

>> The new price hike of ₹4 will apply to both 500 ml and 1-litre packets.

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DC urges faster land acquisition for industrial growth in Udupi

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March 28,2025

Udupi: Deputy Commissioner K. Vidya Kumari has directed officials to expedite land acquisition for designated industrial zones in the district to facilitate new industries. She issued these instructions during a meeting at Rajatadri on Wednesday.

Lands have been identified across various taluks for industrial development. The DC emphasized that KIADB must acquire these lands and ensure essential infrastructure—electricity, roads, and drainage—to attract industries and generate employment.

A total of 77 acres of private land has been acquired and compensated, including 31.2 acres in Kerebettu village, Hebri taluk, and 45.7 acres in Shivapura village. However, approval for 36.5 acres of government land is still pending. She instructed the forest department to assess whether this land falls under an eco-sensitive zone.

For the Belapu Industrial Area, the DC urged officials to accelerate minor land acquisitions for road expansion and commence construction at the earliest. She also mandated rainwater harvesting systems for all units in the Miyaru Industrial Area to tackle water scarcity.

Currently, 22 export-based units operate in the district. The DC encouraged further promotion of exports and an increase in their number.

The meeting was attended by Joint Director of Industries Nagraj V. Naik, KIADB Development Officer Srinivasa Murthy, Small-Scale Industries Association District President Harish Kunder, Deputy Director of the District Industrial Center Seetharam Shetty, District Skill Development Officer Arun B., and others.

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