A woman who left her home for work in Mangaluru has been reported missing. She was employed at a private company and failed to return home in the evening. Despite searches at relatives' houses and known locations, her whereabouts remain unknown. A missing person case has been registered at the Mangaluru police station, and investigations are underway to locate her. https://udayavani.com/district-news/mangaluru-woman-goes-missing-on-way-to-work-875152

In Shiggaon, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are reportedly violating government guidelines during the voter list revision (SIR) process. Instead of conducting door-to-door visits as mandated, officials are collecting data and filling forms at mosques, temples, and anganwadis. This has sparked public outrage, and when questioned, the officials reportedly gave evasive responses. The process has been ongoing for four days, with locals accusing officials of ignoring state regulations. https://publicnext.com/news/district/haveri/infrastructure/kn/shiggaon-blos-show-govt-rules-to-revise-ballot-rolls-in-mosques-1272764

UAE-based Indian businessman Dr. Shamsheer Vayalil, founder of VPS Healthcare, has distributed ₹2.6 crore in financial aid to the families of workers who died in a Dubai road accident. Representatives visited villages in Telangana and Uttar Pradesh to hand over ₹26 lakh each to the bereaved families. The aid also extended to victims from Sri Lanka and Nepal. Additionally, Dr. Shamsheer committed to sponsoring the complete B.Sc Nursing education and future employment of Ankita, a deceased worker's daughter, showcasing a profound humanitarian gesture. https://tv9kannada.com/national/dr-shamsheer-vayalil-rs-2-6-crore-relief-for-dubai-accident-victims-families-1208292.html

M.R. Jayashankar, the founder of Brigade Foundation, has donated ₹2 crore to renovate his 105-year-old alma mater, the Vishwavidyalaya School in Chikmagalur. The school, established in 1921, has alumni working in over 33 countries and includes notable figures like former minister H.G. Govinde Gowda. The donation covers building renovation, a playground, kitchen facilities, and student transport. The school has now introduced LKG and UKG classes, with plans to start English medium instruction from next year. https://kannada.news18.com/news/chikkamagaluru/chikkamagaluru-old-student-jayashankar-donates-2-crore-to-school-mnc-svl-local18-ws-l-2439887.html

Rivers in Belagavi and Bagalkote districts are drying up due to lack of rainfall, leading to the suspension of several multi-village drinking water schemes. In Belagavi, 11 out of 62 schemes have stopped, while 5 out of 39 have halted in Bagalkote. Major rivers like Krishna, Malaprabha, and Ghataprabha have seen water levels fall below jackwell points. Authorities are resorting to hiring private borewells and deploying water tankers to supply water to affected villages. Over 129 villages in Bagalkote and numerous areas in Belagavi are facing a severe water crisis. https://www.prajavani.net/district/belagavi/villages-in-belagavi-bagalkot-face-water-crisis-multi-village-schemes-hit-4095737

A minor girl from Uttara Kannada, who had moved to Udupi for work, was allegedly lured with a marriage proposal and impregnated by three men. The accused, Kushal, Rajesh, and Kaushal, all originally from Assam, reportedly exploited her since December last year. The victim is now seven months pregnant and has filed a complaint at the Udupi Women's Police Station. Police have registered a case against the three individuals and are currently searching for them. Other reports include a fatal road accident in Bhatkala and organ donation at KMC Manipal. https://udayavani.com/district-news/udupi-girl-becomes-pregnant-after-believing-she-will-get-married-case-filed-against-three-522796

Intelligence officials in Tamil Nadu have uncovered a conspiracy to topple the newly formed TVK government led by actor-turned-politician Vijay. A TVK MLA, Dr. N. Elayaraja, was allegedly offered ₹35 crore to vote against the Speaker during a no-confidence motion. Three individuals associated with a political strategy firm have been arrested. Police suspect the involvement of DMK leader and former minister V. Senthil Balaji and his brother. The plot reportedly aimed to make 15 TVK MLAs resign simultaneously to destabilize the government. TVK leaders have accused the DMK of using money power to regain control through the back door. https://tv9kannada.com/national/3-people-arrested-for-offering-tvk-mla-rs-35-crore-plot-to-topple-vijay-government-1206502.html

The Karnataka High Court has strictly stated that it will not tolerate teachers beating students to teach lessons. The court refused to stay proceedings against Asha Crasta, a teacher from Holy Family School in Surathkal, who allegedly hit a UKG student with a stick. Justice M. Nagaprasanna questioned the act and issued notices to the police and the child's mother. The teacher faces charges under Section 75 of the Juvenile Justice Act and Section 118(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for causing physical pain to a minor. https://kannada.asianetnews.com/education/teachers-warned-by-high-court-against-hitting-children-what-is-this-case-about-rav/articleshow-uewqq1p

A massive landslide occurred near the Meenakshi bridge in Kalladi, Wayanad district, resulting in the deaths of three people. Seven individuals were injured, and seven others are reported missing. The incident took place near a tunnel road construction site connecting Kozhikode and Wayanad. Rescue operations involving the police and fire department are underway despite heavy rains posing a challenge. Authorities suggest that failure to clear soil on time, rather than a lack of weather warnings, may have led to the disaster. https://www.prajavani.net/news/india-news/landslide-in-wayanad-rescue-operations-in-full-swing-4107762