BJP needs JDS' support to oust Council Chairman: Basavaraj Horatti

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January 7, 2021

Hubbbali, Jan 7: Former Karnataka Minister and Senior member of the Karnataka Legislative Council, Mr. Basavaraj Horatti of the JDS cautioned on Thursday that without the support of his party, no candidate can become the Chairman of the upper house.

Speaking to newsmen here, Mr Horatti said that he was of the opinion that there is a consensus among leaders of the three major parties, the JDS, the Congress and the BJP to make him the chairman as he is one of the senior most and experienced member of the house. He said there was no need for any formal alliance between his party and the BJP to support him.

Referring to the recent unpleasant incidents at the Legislative council where the Deputy chairman Dharme Gowda was physically pulled out of his chair by some members of the house which ultimately led to the alleged suicidal death of Mr. Gowda, Mr. Horatti suggested that the senior leaders of all the three parties must sit together and decide to ensure that such incidents never occur again.

He, however, confirmed that his party had indeed supported the No confidence motion against the incumbent speaker who belonged to the Congress party.

He said that he was proud to say that Karnataka Legislative Council was known as one of the upper houses which have done good work for the welfare of their respective states in the country.

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Promising life cut short: Mangaluru college student killed in Padubidri road accident

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November 30,2025

Mangaluru, Nov 30: A 22-year-old college student succumbed to her injuries at a private hospital in Mangaluru today, days after she was hit by a goods tempo while crossing a road in Padubidri.

The deceased has been identified as Preksha, a resident of Nadsalu Billitota in Padubidri. The fatal incident occurred as Preksha, who was returning home after completing her examination, attempted to cross the service road towards Mangaluru. She was struck by a goods tempo approaching from the Udupi side, causing her to fall and sustain a severe head injury.

Prompt action from local residents ensured she received immediate first aid before being rushed to a hospital in Mangaluru for specialised treatment. Despite medical efforts, she passed away while undergoing care.

Preksha was a student at Karavali College, Vamanjoor on the outskirts of Mangaluru city. The tragedy is compounded by the fact that she belonged to a financially vulnerable family, having previously lost her father. She is survived by her mother and brother.

A case related to the accident has been registered at the Padubidri police station, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances that led to the collision. The incident highlights the growing concerns over road safety, particularly on busy service roads, and serves as a tragic reminder of the human cost of traffic accidents.

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