Udupi, May 30 : A cattle trader died in suspicious circumstances at a coffee estate near Perduru in Udupi.

The deceased has been identified as Hussainabba (65), a resident of Jokatte, Mangalore. His body was found in a coffee estate near Perduru in Udupi.

It is reported that when the cops stopped cattle transporters; four people, including Hussainabba, escaped from police eye. Later, Hussainabba's dead body was found on Wednesday morning. The family members have expressed suspicions over his death. It is also suspected that the activists of Sangh Parivar accompanied the police. Clarity about the death case can be obtained only after the autopsy report.

The dead body has been taken to KMC Hospital in Manipal for postmortem, where the relatives and locals have gathered. Meanwhile, police bandobast has been stepped up on the spot.

Hiriyadka police are carrying out the investigation. Udupi SP Lakshman Nibargi visited Hiriyadka police station and investigating the suspicious death case.

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Noida (PTI): Gautam Buddh Nagar District Magistrate Medha Roopam has warned outsourcing agencies and contractors of strict action, including blacklisting and licence cancellation, in case of any unruly behaviour by them or their workers.

The warning comes in the wake of a large-scale protest by thousands of factory workers, including women, in Noida that turned violent on Monday.

Chairing a meeting with outsourcing agencies and contractors of various industrial units on Tuesday, Roopam stressed the need for 100 per cent compliance with government guidelines to maintain industrial peace in the district.

"All contractors must ensure 100 per cent adherence to government guidelines. If any unruly behaviour is exhibited by an agency, or by any of its employees or workers, the agency itself shall be held jointly responsible and in such instances, the agency may be blacklisted, and proceedings for the cancellation of its licence may be initiated," the DM said.

Referring to the revised minimum wage rates prescribed by the state government, the district magistrate said unskilled workers will receive Rs 13,690 per month, semi-skilled workers Rs 15,059, and skilled workers Rs 16,868.

She directed contractors to ensure full compliance with these wage standards and to transfer wages directly into workers' bank accounts.

Emphasising the interdependence of stakeholders, Roopam said industry, workers and employers are mutually complementary.

"The smooth operation of industries safeguards employment opportunities, while the stability of employers simultaneously ensures the future of the workforce," she said.

She cautioned that any disruption in industrial activity would adversely impact all stakeholders as well as the overall development of the state.

The district magistrate also appealed to the public not to pay heed to rumours or misleading information and urged all stakeholders to work with mutual cooperation and trust.

She assured that the state government remains committed to protecting the interests of both workers and employers, and that the administration stands ready to act promptly to resolve any issues.