Cyclone Fengal: Tiled roof of house in Kasargod collapses due to heavy rain
Kasaragod: Intense rainfall and thunderstorms, triggered by Cyclone Fengal, have caused damages in parts of Kasaragod district, particularly in Adkatabail. Heavy showers over the past two days have resulted in losses for many residents.
In one incident, the tiled roof of Kishor Kumar’s house in Adkatabail completely collapsed early Wednesday morning at around 6 a.m. Kishor Kumar and his wife, Shashikala, managed to escape unhurt by rushing out of the house just in time. However, the roof suffered extensive damage, leaving the family in distress.
The ongoing thunderstorms have led to widespread reports of property damage across the district, adding to the challenges faced by residents.
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Man booked for duping 7 persons of Rs 91 lakh on promise of awarding govt works
Mumbai (PTI): The Mumbai police have registered a case against a man for allegedly duping seven persons of Rs 91 lakhs on the promise of awarding them works of different government departments, an official said on Tuesday.
The accused was identified as Satish Kadam, a resident of Nanded in Marathwada region, an official said.
A complaint was filed by Hanumant Vadje, who alleged that the accused cheated him and six others of around Rs 91 lakh by promising to give them various works of Urban Development and Social Justice Department, he said.
The fraud occurred between 2024 and 2026, with Kadam collecting money in cash and into his accounts, police said, adding he had returned some amount to them partially.
Multiple cheques issued by the accused bounced, prompting the victim to lodge a complaint at the Marine Drive police station. Based on the complaint, a case of cheating and criminal breach of trust was registered against him.
The case is under further investigation, the official said.
