Udupi: A stabbing incident involving a Hindu organization leader was reported in Malpe, Udupi district, on Tuesday night.

Manju Kola, a leader of a Hindu organization in Udupi city, was allegedly stabbed by two youths near Malpe beach. He was immediately shifted to a private hospital in Udupi for treatment. According to sources, he suffered injuries to his stomach and collapsed at the spot before being taken to the hospital.

Manju Kola is also the husband of Lakshmi Manjunath, former Vice President of the Udupi City Municipal Council, and a leader of the Hindu Yuva Sene. Reports said that he had called a meeting near the beach to settle a dispute related to a love affair between a young couple. During the discussion, an argument broke out, and one of the youths allegedly attacked him with a knife.

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The Malpe police have arrested five accused in connection with the case. The arrested persons have been identified as Pragnesh, Puneeth, Amruth, Abhijith, and another individual, all residents of Palimaru.

Udupi Superintendent of Police Hariram Shankar said that the attack appears to have been carried out due to personal reasons. Further investigation is underway.

Udupi: Kundapur Rural Police Inspector Nasir Hussain died of a heart attack during a marathon event held on Sunday morning.

The marathon was organised under the theme “Our Police, Our Pride” and “Fitness for All” as part of the “Drug Free Karnataka” campaign.

Nasir Hussain, who was serving as the Inspector of Kundapur Rural Police Station, participated in the run along with other police personnel and members of the public.

During the event, he suddenly collapsed. He was immediately rushed for medical assistance. However, doctors declared him dead due to a heart attack.

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The incident has shocked the police department and the local community.

Senior police officials and colleagues expressed their condolences. Further details are awaited.

Brahmavar: A senior journalist and vice principal of a private college died by suicide at his residence in Brahmavar taluk of Udupi district.

The deceased has been identified as 45-year-old Sheshagiri Bhat. He was serving as the vice principal of a private college in Brahmavar.

According to sources, the incident took place on Friday morning at his home. He allegedly died by hanging.

Family members and locals were shocked by the incident. He was reportedly suffering from depression for the past few days.

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However, the exact reason behind the suicide is not yet known. Police have registered a case and are investigating the matter.

Further details are awaited.