Poojary clears doubts on 'Violence Prevention Bill'; says Made-Snana may spread AIDS

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December 3, 2011

Mangalore, December 3: Brushing aside the allegations that 'Prevention of Communal and Targeted Violence (Access to Justice and Reparations) Bill 2011' proposed by Union Government is anti-Hindu, Senior Congress leader B Janardhana Poojary said the Bill is aimed at protecting not only religious minorities but linguistic minorities as well.

Addressing the media persons at District Congress Office here on Saturday Mr Poojary lamented that the Sangh parivar, out of ignorance has already started labeling the Bill as anti-Hindu, even though it was yet to be tabled in the parliament.

He also revealed that, the leaders of saffron outfits, in the recently held protest rally against the Bill, have misquoted some of the sections of the Bill.

Stating that the Bill will prevent acts which may result in injury or harm to a person or property belonging to any group, he clarified that, in this Bill the word “group” refers to any religious or linguistic minority in any State.

In fact, the Bill would also protect a large section of Hindus. “It will also protect linguistic minorities such as Tulu speaking Brahmins, Konkanis, Bunts, Billavas etc. Are they not Hindus?” he questioned.

Referring to Bal Thackeray's recent remarks on Kannadigas, the Congress leader said once the Bill passed, it would prevent such offences.

“Hindus need not be afraid of this Bill”, he said adding that it would only target only those who involve in communal violence.

'Made-Made Snana may spread AIDS'

Replying to a query on controversial ritual of 'Made-Made Snana' at government-run Kukke Subrahmanya Temple, Mr Poojary said there are possibilities of spread AIDS, TB and skin diseases, as the devotees offer 'Urulu Seve' without wearing clothes, over the plantain leaves having leftovers of meal served to Brahmins.

“Come Kudroli Gokarnanatha Temple you can offer clean and hygienic Urulu Seve. That too wearing your clothes,” he said.

If the chief pontiff of Pejavara mutt Vishwesha Theertha Swamiji and Dharmasthala Dharmadhikari Dr D Veerendra Heggade have any morality, they should oppose such acts, he challenged.

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Udupi NRI duped of Rs 12.25 lakh in Telegram investment scam

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December 4,2025

Udupi: A 40-year-old NRI from Udupi has reportedly lost more than Rs 12.25 lakh in an online investment scam operated through Telegram.

According to a complaint filed at the CEN police station, Leo Jerome Mendonsa, who has been working in Dubai for the past 15 years in computer accessories sales, maintains NRI accounts in Karkala and Nitte.

On November 12, 2025, Mendonsa was added to a Telegram group called Instaflow Earnings by unknown individuals. Users identified as Priya and Dipannita persuaded him to invest in “Revenue Tasks.” Initially, Mendonsa transferred Rs 1,100 multiple times and received the promised returns, encouraging him to continue.

On November 14, another user, Nishmitha Shetty, directed him to register on a website, digitvisionuoce.cc, and invest Rs 4 lakh in various shares. Over the next few days, he made multiple transfers totaling Rs 12,25,000, including Rs 50,000 via Google Pay, believing the scheme was legitimate.

After receiving the money, the alleged handlers stopped responding, and neither the invested amount nor the promised profits were returned.

The CEN police have registered a case under Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act and Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and investigations are ongoing.

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Udupi school girl Shagun Verma Hegde to lead India U-15 volleyball team in China

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December 2,2025

Udupi, Dec 2: A wave of regional pride is sweeping through Udupi district as Shagun S Verma Hegde, a talented Class 9 student from Christ King English Medium High School, Karkala, has been named the captain of the Indian National Team for the Under-15 Girls’ Volleyball Championship.

Shagun holds the unique distinction of being the sole player from Karnataka selected to represent the country in the prestigious international tournament. The championship, organized by the School Games Federation, is scheduled to take place in Shangluo, China, from December 3 to 13, where Shagun will lead the national squad.

A Remarkable Journey to the Top

Shagun’s selection is a testament to her dedication and exceptional skill on the court. Her journey included several rigorous rounds of selection:

• She was the only player from Udupi district to qualify for the state-level selection camp.

• Out of eight players from Karnataka who advanced to the national selection camp in Pune, Maharashtra, Shagun was the only one to secure a place in the final national squad.

• The national camp saw participation from approximately 200 players, which was shortlisted to 23. Shagun not only made the final cut but was also ranked as the second-best player overall, solidifying her leadership role.

Shagun, who is the daughter of Sandesh Verma and Shruthiraj of Kallotte, Karkala, has trained under experienced coaches Santosh D’Souza, Jeevan D’Silva, Jairaj Poojary, and Ramesh. Her selection as the team captain has brought profound honour to her family, school, the Udupi district, and the entire state of Karnataka.

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