8-year-old girl tortured by foster parents rescued

September 24, 2013

Kundapur, Sep 24: A 8-year-old adopted girl who was beaten black and blue allegedly by her foster parents, was rescued at Chadrolli Makkimane in Hengavalli gram panchayat limits of Kundapur taluk on Tuesday.

The girl Smitha (name changed) hailing from Bangalore is the daughter of Siddappaji and Bhairavi. Soon after Smitha was born her parents had a quarrel which culminated in the murder of her mother. Her father who was shocked over this, had later committed suicide making Smitha an orphan.

It is learnt Shobha Shetty, daughter of Chadrolli Makkimane Ramanna Shetty and her husband who ran a hotel in Bangalore, who were issueless had adopted the girl. But they instead of taking care of her, used to make her do domestic chores like washing vessels, sweeping, mopping and washing clothes. The girl said they also made her starve.

Though the girl was admitted to a school for first standard, later she was relieved from school on the grounds that there was no one to do household works. In the meantime, the family moved to its native place after suffering losses in hotel business.

When Shobha Shetty begot children later on, the torture to Smitha increased. It is learnt she was even branded with hot ladle.

Unable to bear the torture of her foster parents the girl had escaped from the house on September 23, Monday morning and took refuge in another house.

The family which offered food to the little girl informed the matter to Udaykumar Tallur, State Organising Convenor of the Dalita Sangharsha Samithi.

He immediately intimated Udupi SP and with the help of The Concerned for Working Children and journalists visited the house and took the girl to the Kundapur police Station.

She is likely to be produced before the Udupi CWC which would decide the next course of action.

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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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Post-Sabarimala pilgrimage drinking party turns fatal in Udupi; youth killed in midnight brawl

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December 15,2025

Udupi, Dec 15: What was meant to be a post-pilgrimage gathering turned tragic in Padukere village of Brahmavar taluk, Udupi district, late Sunday night, when a clash among youths escalated into a fatal assault, leaving one man dead.

The victim has been identified as 30-year-old Santosh Mogaveera, a resident of Padukere.

According to preliminary information, the incident took place during a late-night drinking party involving a group of local youths who had recently returned after completing their pilgrimage to the Sabarimala shrine. An argument reportedly broke out among the group and soon escalated into a violent confrontation.

During the ensuing brawl, Santosh Mogaveera was allegedly assaulted and collapsed at the spot after sustaining serious injuries. He was rushed by local residents to a private hospital in Brahmavar, where doctors declared him dead.

On receiving information, senior police officials, including Brahmavar Circle Inspector Gopikrishna, Kota Police Sub-Inspector Praveen Kumar T, Station ASI Manthesh Jabagoudar, and head constables Pradeep and Ashok, visited the spot and conducted an inspection.

Police have taken four youths into custody in connection with the incident. A case has been registered at the Kota police station, and further investigation is underway to ascertain the exact sequence of events leading to the death.

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