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Police are investigating the suspicious death of a two-year-old girl in Banasawadi. A family friend raised concerns of parental abuse and filed a complaint with authorities. The child's parents reported she suddenly had breathing difficulties and was declared dead. The complaint mentioned observed injury marks on the child's body. A case of suspicious death has been registered and an investigation is ongoing.
The Supreme Court set aside the election of BJP's MK Pranesh to the legislative council. Congress candidate AV Gayathri Shanthegowda was declared the winner after a vote recount. This decision consolidates the Congress party's majority in the upper house. Gayathri will assume office after the Election Commission issues its notification. She had challenged the initial result alleging irregularities in the counting process.
In a shocking incident, Dharwad police have detained Dr. Priyanka following the discovery of her husband, an anaesthesiologist, dead in their home. Their eight-year-old son, found with stab wounds, is currently recovering. Showing signs of distress and confusion, Dr. Priyanka's behavior raised concerns during the initial police investigation. Authorities are probing her mental state as they try to uncover what led to this alleged attack.
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Police seized over five kilograms of MDMA valued at Rs 5.20 crore. Two individuals were arrested at a lodge in Bagalkot district on Wednesday. The accused were allegedly transporting narcotics from Delhi to Bengaluru. This operation followed the earlier arrest of Annappa Swami with MDMA. Preliminary findings suggest the duo supplied MDMA across several southern Indian regions.
Two brothers allegedly threatened a woman before she was fatally stabbed at her Bengaluru home. The victim, Amrutha, died from her injuries two days after the brutal attack occurred. Police arrested brothers Dhanush and Surya in connection with the violent murder case. Amrutha ended her relationship with Dhanush after discovering his prior marriage and child. The dispute between the families reportedly escalated after the breakup, leading to this tragedy.
A doctor was found dead in his apartment, and his son sustained critical stab injuries. The doctor's wife, who was present, is now hospitalized after an insulin overdose. Police have ruled out any external involvement in the tragic incident. Relatives had repeatedly tried to contact the deceased doctor unsuccessfully. The investigation continues to determine the exact motive and sequence of events.
A 12-year-old student died after collapsing on school grounds in Bengaluru. His family alleges school staff delayed medical assistance, which cost him his life. The boy informed his teacher he felt unwell before collapsing around 1:30 PM. Parents were informed nearly 45 minutes after the incident occurred. Police have registered a case of unnatural death and are investigating the matter.
A law student died after being stabbed by the brother of a man whose marriage proposal she rejected. The accused attacked the victim at her residence after she ended their relationship. He allegedly used a knife during the altercation, inflicting serious chest and back wounds. Local residents apprehended the attacker immediately after the violent incident occurred. Police have arrested both brothers and are continuing their thorough investigation.

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