BSY directed UDD to drop land from acquisition: ACB

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September 8, 2017

Bengaluru, Sept 8: The Anti Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Thursday informed the High Court of Karnataka that then chief minister B S Yeddyurappa had directed Urban Development Department (UDD) to drop land from being acquired for formation of Dr Shivaram Karanth Layout in Bengaluru.

Senior counsel Ravivarma Kumar appearing for the ACB, in a submission filed in a petition, said that Yeddyurappa had ordered that there were no legal impediments in dropping the land from acquisition.

Against the advise of the UDD, Yeddyurappa on September 4, 2010 directed the department to drop the land from being acquired for the layout, he said.

The chief minister’s order also cites Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) note stating that only preliminary notification was passed in acquiring the land to form the layout and needed further action.

The ACB also stated that in the second FIR registered against Yeddyurappa, the location and the dates on which the land was dropped from acquisition were different. The first FIR pertains to land acquired in Avalahalli whereas as the second FIR relates to the land that was acquired in Somashettihalli.

The ACB contended that both the FIRs do not have the same complaint as the location and dates are different. The complainant, Aiyappa has stated that the petitioner (Yeddyurappa) had obtained monetary benefits to drop the land from acquisition.

Hearing the petition, Justice Aravind Kumar passed an order not to arrest Yeddyurappa till the outcome of the writ petition and adjourned the next hearing to Friday.

Yeddyurappa has moved the high court, seeking directions to quash the two FIRs registered by the ACB and the proceedings against him. The two FIRs were filed against him in the case of ‘fake-denotification’ of 257 acres of land of which 3.6 acres was kept to form Dr Shivaram Karanth Layout.

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Think Before You Post! Mangaluru Police Crack Down on Provocative Instagram Accounts

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December 5,2025

Mangaluru: In a significant step to curb online hate and intimidation, Mangaluru City Police have registered a suo motu case against multiple Instagram accounts accused of circulating alleged provocative and threatening content.

While monitoring social media activity on Tuesday, Kankanady Town PSI Anitha Nikkam identified the Instagram handle ‘team_targetttt_900’ for posting a hate message alongside images of lethal weapons. Another account, ‘team_nagara_900’, allegedly shared a threatening post targeting activist Bharath Kumdelu, tagging additional pages such as KARAVALI-OFFICIAL.

Several other accounts — including ‘immu_bhai.fan’, ‘target_boy_900’, ‘kings_of_manglore’, ‘team_target_boys.900’, ‘arshad_mangalore’, ‘target_ka19_ullal’, ‘team_target__’, ‘troll_tigersz_900’, ‘tr_group_900’, and ‘team_target_900’ — are also under scrutiny for spreading similar inflammatory material, police said.

Authorities have urged citizens, especially young social media users, to report suspicious pages and avoid engaging with groups that glorify violence or threaten individuals. Online hate can quickly escalate into real-world harm, and police stress that sharing or promoting such content can attract legal consequences.

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Fusion-2K25: Melkar Women’s College Celebrates 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony

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December 17,2025

Melkar, Dec 17: The 17th Annual Day and Graduation Ceremony of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, themed “Fusion-2K25,” was celebrated with dignity and enthusiasm, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic journey. The programme reflected the college’s steadfast commitment to academic excellence, character building, and the holistic development of students.

The event was inaugurated by Mr. Asif Mohammed, whose presence greatly enriched the occasion. The celebration was further graced by the chief guests Mr. P. B. Ahmed Mudassir and Mr. Nissar Fakeer Mohammed, along with the distinguished guests of honour Mr. B. A. Nazeer and Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar. In their inspiring addresses, the guests encouraged the graduating students and appreciated the dedicated efforts of the management, faculty, and students.

The annual report was presented by the Principal, Mr. Abdul Majeed S, highlighting the institution’s academic progress, notable achievements, and extracurricular accomplishments during the academic year.

The presidential address was delivered by the esteemed Chairman of Melkar Women’s PU and Degree College, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasized the vital role of education in empowering women and shaping responsible citizens. He also stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and perseverance in achieving success.

Cultural programmes and academic recognitions formed an integral part of the celebration, showcasing the talents and achievements of the students. The graduation ceremony was a proud moment for the outgoing students as they were formally conferred degrees and wished success in their future endeavours.

Ms. Mashmooma Fathima served as the Master of Ceremonies. The welcome address was delivered by Ms. Fathima Nida, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Ms. Ayisha Suhana.

The event successfully achieved its objectives and was highly appreciated by the guests and attendees.

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