Child dies after falling off mother’s lap at speed bump

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November 21, 2020

Mandya, Nov 21: Jolted by a jump over a speedbreaker, a baby fell off her mother’s lap from the moped and died in hospital moments later on Friday. The girl’s mother and aunt were returning from a wedding when the tragedy took place at Kirangandur village.

Police said Ranjita, a resident of Chandagalu village in Mandya taluk, and her elder sister Madhumati had gone to a marriage ceremony at Mottahalli village. Ranjita had taken one-and-a-half-year-old Kanishka along. Madhumati rode the moped while Ranjita sat on the pillion, with the infant in her lap.

While returning, Madhumati crossed a speed hump with great difficulty and in the resultant jolt, Ranjita lost grip over the baby. Kanishka slipped and fell, followed by her mother and aunt as the moped crashed to the ground. The child suffered severe injuries to the head and other parts as well. The women were injured too but seeing Kanishka badly hurt, they rushed her to Mandya Institute of Medical Sciences.

Kanishka died soon after. Ranjita and Madhumati are being treated in hospital. Locals who witnessed the accident told police the speed bump is faultily designed and located, causing the two-wheeler to trip over. “The hump is very high and is not immediately visible to motorists. Had it been scientifically designed, the toddler would not have lost her life,” a villager said.

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Screen silence: Karnataka’s bold ‘switch-off’ strategy to boost SSLC scores

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February 5,2026

In an era where digital distractions are the primary rival to academic excellence, the Karnataka Education Department is taking the fight directly to the living room. As the SSLC (Class 10) annual examinations loom, officials have launched a localized "digital strike" to ensure students aren't losing their competitive edge to scrolling or soap operas.

The 7-to-9 Lockdown

The department has issued a formal directive urging—and in some cases, enforcing via home visits—a total blackout of mobile phones and television sets between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. This two-hour window is being designated as "sacred study time" across the state until the examinations conclude on April 2.

Key Pillars of the Initiative:

• Doorstep Advocacy: Teachers are transitioning from classrooms to living rooms, meeting parents to explain the psychological benefits of a distraction-free environment.

• Parental Accountability: The campaign shifts the burden of discipline from the student to the household, asking parents to lead by example and switch off their own devices.

• The Timeline: The focus remains sharp on the upcoming exam block, scheduled from March 18 to April 2.

"The objective is simple: uninterrupted focus. We are reclaiming the evening hours for the students, ensuring their environment is as prepared as their minds," stated a senior department official.

Student vs. Reality

While the student community has largely welcomed the "forced focus"—with many admitting they lack the willpower to ignore notifications—the move has sparked a debate on enforceability. Without a "TV Police," the success of this initiative rests entirely on the shoulders of parents and the persuasive power of visiting educators.

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