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A devastating incident at Alvekodi Beach saw ten family members drown while collecting clams due to strong currents. One person remains missing, and three are hospitalized. The group, from Shirali village, was caught off guard by a sudden surge in water levels, exacerbated by recent heavy rains and rough seas. Authorities are continuing search efforts.

A 40-year-old tea shop owner in Doddaballapur was fatally attacked by a customer after demanding payment of an outstanding Rs 200 bill. The accused, angered by the refusal of further credit, used a wooden log to assault the owner before fleeing. Customers present, aware of the accused's violent past, did not intervene.

Spillover from packed general coaches enters reserved compartments; passengers flag safety concerns

Karnataka Youth Congress will protest at Raj Bhavan on May 21 over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak, demanding accountability from the Centre. Senior Congress leaders will join the march, supporting students affected by the controversy and urging no re-examination in unaffected states.

Calls grow for transparent transfer counselling

Kannada film industry mourns the sudden passing of actor and producer Dileep Raj, aged 47, following a cardiac arrest. Colleagues, including Shilpa Manjunath and Rishab Shetty, have shared heartfelt tributes, remembering his talent, versatility, and kind nature. Raj, known for films like ‘Milana’ and ‘U Turn,’ leaves behind a legacy of memorable performances and a respected presence in the industry.

Event in Shivamogga; schools to cost ₹3.5 crore each; toppers to be felicitated

A tragic accident claimed the lives of five individuals, including a Lucknow-based medical company officer, his wife, two sons, and their driver, when their car plunged into a 500-meter gorge in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The family was on a religious trip to Kainchi Dham. Rescue efforts were hampered by the treacherous terrain.

Ranchi's district administration has taken a bold step to transform the educational landscape by implementing an online lottery, which has successfully admitted more than 600 children from underprivileged families into private schools under the 25% RTE quota for the 2026-27 session.

Ranchi's penal system is under scrutiny as officials investigate disturbing allegations of sexual exploitation involving a female prisoner and a jailer. The inmate's rejection of these claims adds complexity to the situation, leading the Governor to voice deep concerns about safety protocols and human rights protections.