In Dakshina Kannada's Sullia and Kadaba regions, schools have been granted holidays not due to rain, but because of the severe threat posed by wild elephants. MLA Bhagirathi Murulya directed officials to declare holidays to ensure student safety as elephant attacks have increased in the area. The forest department has been instructed to take immediate action to control the elephant menace. https://kannada.news18.com/videos/mangaluru/dakshina-kannada-sullia-school-holiday-elephants-viral-video-psp-2467537.html

A 21-year-old youth named Sanath died in a tragic road accident in Udupi's Herga village late Monday night. The victim was riding his friend's Bullet bike back home after dinner when he lost control and crashed into a tree near Kelaparkala. Sanath sustained severe head and body injuries and was rushed to KMC Hospital, Manipal, where doctors declared him brought dead. Manipal police have registered a case and are investigating the incident. https://publicnext.com/news/district/udupi/crime/kn/udupi-youth-dies-after-bike-crashes-into-tree-in-udupi-1283223

Papaya acts as a superfood during the rainy season to combat seasonal ailments like flu and digestive issues. Rich in Vitamins A, C, and E, it boosts immunity against viral infections. The enzyme papain aids digestion, which slows down due to humidity. It is also beneficial for dengue patients to increase platelet counts and helps in weight management. However, experts warn pregnant women to avoid raw papaya as it may cause uterine contractions. http://zeenews.india.com/kannada/health/5-amazing-health-benefits-of-eating-papaya-in-rainy-season-check-details-393185

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has written a significant letter to PM Narendra Modi requesting the swift implementation of the Godavari-Cauvery-Gundar River Linking Project. He urged the center to declare it a National Project to solve the long-standing Cauvery water dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The CM emphasized that this interlinking would ensure water security for Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh, providing a permanent solution for future drinking water and irrigation needs amidst rising population demands. https://newsfirstlive.com/national/connect-godavari-kaveri-gundar-river-tamil-nadu-cm-vijays-letter-to-pm-modi-12238744

The 676th Sanjeevana Samadhi Sohala of Saint Namdev Maharaj will be celebrated in Alnavar on August 10 and 11. Organised by the Shri Namdev Shimpi Samaj Seva Sangh at the Vithal-Rukmini Temple, the event includes Dnyaneshwar Parayana, Dindi Utsav, and special rituals. A local devotee has donated silver sandals for the deities. The festival will conclude with Mahaprasad for all devotees. https://publicnext.com/news/district/hubballi-dharwad/news/kn/in-the-name-of-namdev-two-days-of-devotional-glory-1282781

JDS youth leader Nikhil Kumaraswamy joined the farmers' protest in Bidadi against the proposed township project. The protest entered its second day as farmers refused to give up their fertile ancestral land. Nikhil questioned the government's decision to acquire agricultural land when thousands of BDA sites remain vacant. He warned that the struggle would intensify and continue until the 'anti-farmer' project is completely withdrawn, stating not an inch of land would be surrendered. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/politics/kn/nikhil-kumaraswamy-self-respecting-farmer-will-not-give-up-his-ancestral-property-even-if-he-loses-his-life-1283073

Protests by job aspirants in Jharkhand against alleged recruitment scams reached the 17th day. Thousands of protesters marched towards the Legislative Assembly in Ranchi, demanding a CBI probe into the JPSC and JSSC paper leak cases. Police used water cannons to disperse the crowd near barricades. The protest intensified on Chief Minister Hemant Soren's 51st birthday. JLKM leader Devendranath Mahto, whose health has deteriorated due to a hunger strike, also joined the rally. The BJP criticized the Congress-led coalition government for ignoring the students' issues. https://publicnext.com/news/national/india/politics/kn/jpsc-exam-irregularities-attempt-to-lay-siege-to-vidhana-soudha-demanding-cbi-probe-water-cannons-fired-at-protesters-1282942

On India's 80th Independence Day, for the first time in history, 'Vande Mataram' will be performed at the Red Fort before the national anthem. This decision celebrates the 150th anniversary of the song written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the celebrations under the theme 'Viksit Bharat 2047', highlighting youth contribution. The event will feature a human formation of 'Vande Mataram' by 2,500 NCC cadets and volunteers. https://tv9kannada.com/national/vande-mataram-to-be-sung-before-national-anthem-at-red-fort-on-independence-day-at-red-fort-1223945.html

The Dharwad bench of the Karnataka High Court has ruled that broiler chickens killed in road accidents must be treated as 'livestock' and 'goods' under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Justice K.B. Geetha upheld a compensation of Rs 4.51 lakh awarded to a poultry farm owner from Ballari who lost 2,000 chickens in a 2013 accident. The court dismissed the insurance company's appeal, stating that even though chickens aren't explicitly listed in state motor vehicle rules, the federal act includes animals and birds under the definition of goods. https://tv9kannada.com/karnataka/bengaluru/chickens-are-livestock-and-goods-compensation-payable-for-birds-killed-in-road-accidents-say-karnataka-hc-1224044.html