Joint blood donation camp organized by multiple organizations in Mangaluru on Independence Day
Mangaluru: A collaborative effort between the Message of Humanity Forum Mangaluru, Blood Donors Mangaluru, KMC Hospital Mangaluru, and City Centre Mall Mangaluru culminated in a commendable blood donation camp held on Tuesday, August 15. The event took place at the lower basement of City Centre Mall here in the city.
The joint blood donation camp garnered success, with 101 donors stepping forward to volunteer for blood donation. The organizers expressed their appreciation to all the donors, coordinators, supporters, and well-wishers who made the event successful through a press statement.
"Today's blood donation camp proved to be a resounding success, with an impressive turnout of around 101 donors. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all those who participated, as well as the dedicated coordinators, supporters, and all those who have expressed their good wishes," organizers said in their official press release.
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Youngsters booked for stopping long distance train to shoot reels in Kerala
Kannur (Kerala) (PTI): The Railway Protection Force on Thursday booked two youngsters for briefly stopping a long-distance train in this district after they flashed a red light to shoot social media reels.
According to the police, the incident took place around 1.50 am, shortly after the Ernakulam–Pune Express left Thalassery railway station.
On seeing the red light ahead, the loco pilot slowed down and stopped the train as a safety measure.
Based on the pilot's alert, the RPF traced the source of the light and detained two youngsters from the area. Their arrests were recorded and they were released on bail, a railway official said.
They are reportedly Plus Two students and are around 18 years old, the official added.
A mobile phone used to record the video was seized during the inquiry, the police said.
