19-Year-Old Youth Dies After Bus–Bike Accident in Udupi

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1 month ago

March 11, 2026

Udupi: A 19-year-old youth who was seriously injured in a road accident has died after a week of treatment in a hospital.

The accident took place last week on the Laxminagar Road in Santekatte, Udupi. It involved a government bus and a motorcycle.

The deceased has been identified as Mohammed Zhad (19), a resident of Shettibettu in Hergga.

After the accident, he was immediately shifted to a private hospital in Udupi for treatment. However, he did not respond to treatment and passed away yesterday.

Mohammed Zhad had recently completed his PUC education. He was preparing to travel to a Gulf country for a job in the near future.

His sudden death has caused deep grief to his family and relatives. He is survived by his parents and one brother.

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Young Bhajan Trainer Dies of Heart Attack in Brahmavar

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3 weeks ago

March 26, 2026

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Udupi: A 35-year-old bhajan trainer died of a heart attack in Brahmavar taluk of Udupi district.

The deceased has been identified as Prakash Kulal.The incident occurred at Naduru in Brahmavar.According to reports, Prakash returned home on Monday evening after completing a bhajan program.

He later went to sleep at his house.On Tuesday morning, a relative tried to call him.When he did not answer the call, suspicion arose.The relative then entered the house by removing a roof tile.Prakash was found dead while lying in his bed.Prakash Kulal was a well-known bhajan trainer.

He had taken part in many major bhajan programs, including Sankirtana Mandarti.He was known for his dedication to devotional singing.He provided bhajan training without expecting money or any other benefits.He spent most of his time in bhajan activities.

He is survived by his wife, child, and parents.

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Tipper–Scooter Collision Claims One Life in Udupi

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3 weeks ago

March 25, 2026

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Udupi: A tragic road accident claimed the life of a scooter rider after a collision with a tipper truck on the morning of March 24 at Mall, Mulluru.

The deceased has been identified as Naveen Bajagoli (45). He was a welder by profession and was also known for rescuing snakes.

According to reports, Naveen was on his way to release a captured snake into the forest when the accident occurred. The impact of the collision was severe, and he died on the spot.

The pillion rider on the scooter sustained injuries and has been admitted to a hospital for treatment.

Karkala Rural Police visited the accident site and are conducting further investigation.

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Young Man Drowns in Stream near Kundapur

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4 weeks ago

March 24, 2026

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Kundapur: A 32-year-old man died after drowning in a stream near Jadkal village in Udupi district.

The incident happened at the Hayyangaru stream. The victim has been identified as Sandeep Naik, a resident of Areshiruru in Golihole. He was working as an auto-rickshaw driver.

According to reports, Sandeep had gone to the stream for swimming with his friends on March 22. During the outing, he accidentally slipped into deeper water and drowned.

Sandeep was the son of hotel businessman Babanna from Golihole. He was unmarried.

He is survived by his parents and two brothers.

Local authorities have registered a case and are investigating the incident.