Police fail to make headway in Puttur double murder case as bodies remain unidentified

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December 10, 2012

Mangalore, December 10: The investigation into the murder case of a Muslim girl and a woman, whose bodies were found at the railway track at Polya near Kadaba under Puttur town police station limits on November 19, has come to a standstill as police have failed establish the identity of the deceased.

Superintendent of Police Abhishek Goyal said that establishing identities of these victims is the key to investigations progressing further.

Allaying fears raised by Gopal Kadumatt, member, district legal services authority at the monthly SC/ST meeting here on Sunday that rural DK is becoming a dumping yard for the bodies of murder victims, SP said that injury marks indicated that the victims were murdered at the spot. "It is not that women were murdered elsewhere and their bodies dumped near the track," SP said, adding "police efforts have slowed down as no leads are available about their identity."

Gopal earlier pointed that there were 10 check posts bordering Dakshina Kannada and Kerala and it was strange that the bodies of people murdered elsewhere could easily get past these check posts and then get dumped inside the DK district police limits.

SP reminded Gopal that there are many other unmanned routes through which people could go to or enter from Kerala and that is not possible to have check posts or police presence on all these routes.

About the case, SP said, "We have taken various steps that could possibly help us get a clue about these victims, including releasing their photos through media and the district police's official blog," admitting that these efforts have drawn a blank so far, he said that the police also questioned some people who were suspected to bring the women to the district. "But our probe on them confirmed that these women brought by the suspects are alive and well," he added.

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SMR Public School’s ‘EXCELLENTIA’ highlights academic excellence and holistic growth

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December 16,2025

Melkar (Bantwal): The 9th Annual Day celebration of SMR Public School, titled “EXCELLENTIA”, was held on December 15 with great enthusiasm and dignity, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s journey towards academic excellence and holistic development.

The programme was inaugurated by Dr. U. T. Iftikar Ali. The chief guests were Dr. Akhtar Hussain, Mr. P. Moosabba Beary, Mr. Zakaria Jokattre, and Dr. T. M. Abdul Rahuf—whose inspiring addresses motivated the students and appreciated the school’s contributions to education.

Mr. Abdul Nasir, Mr. Ibrahim Gadiyar, Mr. Razak Golthamajal, Mr. Sali Koya, Mr. Arshad Hussain, Mr. Ismail Balanoor, Mr. Feroz Bawa, Mr. Sahul Hameed, Mr. Abubakkar, Mr. Hameed K. Mani, Mr. Abdul Majeed (Principal, Melkar Women’s College), and Mr. Abdul Lathief (Former Principal, Melkar Women’s College) were the guests of honour.

The Annual Report was presented by the Headmistress, Ms. Fathimathul Zaheera, highlighting the school’s achievements and progress during the academic year. The Presidential Address was delivered by the Chairman of SMR Public School, Dr. Haji S. M. Rasheed, who emphasised the vital role of education in shaping students’ futures and stressed the importance of discipline, dedication, and consistent effort in achieving 100 per cent academic results.

Secretary of SMR Public School, Mr. Rifath Ahmed, and PTA President, Mr. Sandeep Kumar, were also present on the occasion.

The Annual Day celebration showcased the collective efforts of students and teachers and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to quality education and all-round development. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, parents, and well-wishers for their support. The 9th Annual Day—EXCELLENTIA—was a memorable and successful event, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.

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Mangaluru NRI returning from Saudi Arabia arrested over Instagram post

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru police have arrested a 27-year-old NRI on his return from Saudi Arabia in connection with an Instagram post allegedly containing derogatory and provocative remarks about the Hindu religion, officials said on Monday.

The accused, Abdul Khader Nehad, a resident of Ulaibettu in Mangaluru, was working in Saudi Arabia when the post was uploaded, police said.

A suo motu case was registered at the Bajpe police station on October 11 after an allegedly offensive post circulated from the Instagram account ‘team_sdpi_2025’. Police said the content was flagged for being provocative and derogatory in nature.

During the investigation, technical analysis traced the Instagram post to Nehad, who was residing abroad at the time, a senior police officer said. Based on these findings, a Look Out Circular (LOC) was issued against him.

On December 14, Nehad arrived from Saudi Arabia at Calicut International Airport in Kerala, where he was taken into custody on arrival. Police said further investigation is underway.

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