Hearing on Mahesh Shetty Timarodi’s bail plea in Udupi Court
Udupi: The bail plea of Mahesh Shetty Timarodi, an activist associated with the Soujanya movement, came up for hearing today at the Court of the Additional Civil Judge and JMFC in Udupi. He was arrested in connection with allegedly making derogatory remarks against BJP National General Secretary B.L. Santosh.
During the proceedings, Assistant Public Prosecutor Mohini sought additional time to file objections to the bail plea. Meanwhile, complainant’s counsel Shambhu Sharma submitted his vakalatnama and requested permission to assist the prosecution.
Following this, the judge adjourned the hearing on the bail plea to 3 p.m., sources said.
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Minor girl kidnapped and raped; main accused and two cafe owners held
Latur (PTI): A minor girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped by an 18-year-old man in Latur, leading to the arrest of the main accused and owners of two cafes where the crime occurred on December 4, police said on Saturday.
Police traced the girl within hours of registering the complaint. The accused, identified as Rihan Gulab Shaikh, was arrested based on the girl's complaint. Two others are owners of two cafes where the crime occurred, police said.
Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), POCSO Act, and the Prevention of Atrocities Act, an official said.
