Class 4 girl found dead; murder for black magic suspected

Bengaluru, Mar 4: The decomposed body of a 10-year-old girl was found in Magadi near here on Friday.Ayesha, a Class 4 student, was sacrificed in a black magic ritual, police suspect.

Passersby stumbled on the body behind a mosque in Magadi, a town in Ramanagaram district, on Friday afternoon.

Investigators found a lemon cut in half, a lock of hair and her footwear. She was gagged with polythene, and her limbs were tied with cloth. She was wearing her brother Gulab’s shirt, with his school’s name ‘Vasavi’ embroidered on it, a policeman said.

Ayesha was the daughter of Mohammad Noorullah and Jameela Bano, who live near New Masjid. The couple run a small shop. Ayesha was a student of Winners School.

She was last seen walking towards her parents’ shop on Wednesday at 9 pm. After looking for her all night, her worried parents approached the Magadi police, who took up a case of kidnap and began investigation.

Meanwhile, around 3 pm, passersby spotted a blood-stained gunny bag behind the mosque. When they took a closer look, they were aghast to find a girl’s body.

Hundreds of people gathered as the news spread. Police secured the crime scene and called forensic experts and the dog squad. IGP Seemanth Kumar Singh and his men rushed to the spot.

Ayesha’s relatives told the police she could have been sexually assaulted. The assailants killed her to silence her, they suspect. On Friday, Ayesha’s body was shifted to Rajarajeshwari Hospital on Mysore Road for post-mortem.

“We see no cuts or injuries on the body. Only after the post-mortem will we be able to ascertain if she was sexually assaulted,” said Ramesh Banot, Superintendent of Police, Ramanagaram. Magadi Town police have registered a case of murder.

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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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