Manipal: In a road accident that occurred at Kela Parkala here on Tuesday afternoon, a car was found caught between the poles of a transformer beside the road after colliding head-on with a second car.
One of the cars is learned to have been traveling from Manipal to Parkala while the other car was coming from the opposite direction. Due to the impact of the head-on collision, both cars gravitated towards the roadside transformer but only one of them got stuck between the poles of the electric device.
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No casualties have been reported in the incident, although the transformer was damaged due to the road accident.
Manipal Police visited the accident site and conducted an inspection.
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Bhatkal: The management and students of New Shams School gathered during their morning assembly on Saturday to mourn the demise of SM Syed Khalil, a prominent NRI businessman and a guiding force for the school.
Addressing the assembly, Education Board member Moulana Ziya Ruknuddin reflected on Syed Khalil’s remarkable life journey. He highlighted how Khalil, born under challenging circumstances following his father’s death before his birth, overcame significant obstacles to achieve great success.
“Khalil’s life is an inspiration for all of us,” Maulana Ruknuddin said, urging students to draw lessons from his resilience, dedication, and humility. He also emphasized Khalil’s commitment to supporting education and his role in uplifting the people of Bhatkal.
Moulana Ziya further acknowledged Khalil’s contributions to the school, noting his instrumental role in constructing the new campus of New Shams School. He described Khalil as a mentor and guide who was always available to offer his support and vision for the betterment of the institution.
Principal Liyaquat Ali and Board Secretary Syed Qutub Barmawar also attended the ceremony, along with teachers and other staff members, as they joined the students in paying tribute to the beloved community leader.