Udupi: The last rites of popular actor Harish Rai were held at the Hindu crematorium in Beedinagudde. His sons Roneth Rai and Roshan Rai performed the final rites.

Harish Rai, who passed away in Bengaluru, was brought to his home at Ambalpady in Udupi. The final rituals were conducted according to the Tulu Shivalli Madhva Brahmin tradition.

The rituals were held in front of the Tulasi Katte in the presence of priests. Close relatives, friends, and well-wishers attended the ceremony.

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His brother Satish and other family members paid their last respects. His wife and siblings were also present during the final farewell.

The atmosphere was filled with emotion as family and fans bid a tearful goodbye to the respected actor.

Udupi: Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Vishwanath (58) of Malpe Police Station passed away due to a heart attack on Friday, November 1.

Reports say that Vishwanath was attending a public program in Malpe when he suddenly felt uneasy and experienced chest pain. Moments later, he collapsed at the venue.

He was immediately taken to a nearby hospital, but doctors confirmed that he had suffered a fatal heart attack.

Vishwanath had served in several police stations across Udupi district and was well-known for his friendly and approachable nature.

He had recently been transferred to the Malpe Police Station. His sudden death has deeply saddened his colleagues and local residents.

Udupi: The foundation stone for the new Udupi showroom of Abharana Timeless Jewellers Bengaluru was laid near Ocean Pearl Hotel at Kadiyali, Udupi.

The ceremony was conducted by Sri Samyamindra Teertha Swamiji, the Pontiff of Kashi Math. Speaking on the occasion, Swamiji said that earning people’s trust is the biggest challenge in business. He added that if a company provides quality and attractive products, it will surely win the love and confidence of the customers.

Swamiji also said that fair competition in business benefits the customers. “The foundation stone for this showroom has been laid during the centenary year of Sri Sudhindra Teertha Swamiji. May the company grow further, open branches across the state, and gain a great reputation,” he said. Swamiji blessed the organization to progress while upholding faith, religion, and respect for society.

The religious rituals were led by Vemoo H. Yogeesh Bhat from Mangaluru.MP Kota Srinivas Poojary, MLA Yashpal A. Suvarna, and Congress leader Muniyalu Uday Kumar Shetty conveyed their best wishes.

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Dr. Pratap Madhukar Kamat, Managing Director of Abharana Timeless Jewellers, Preeti Pratap Kamat, Sanyukta, Bol Jayavanth Kamat, Bol Damodar Kamat of Bolas Cashews, Bol Prabhakar Kamat, temple trustees of Sri Lakshmi Venkatesha Temple, director Devadas Kamat, dignitaries, well-wishers, and family members attended the event.