KFD: Teerthahalli resident dies at Manipal Hospital
Manipal: A 50-year-old man from Teerthahalli died of Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) at the Kasturba Manipal Hospital today morning.
The deceased, Raju, was undergoing treatment at the hospital and stopped responding to the treatment at around 11 am today. He was tested positive for Kyasanur Forest Disease, also known as monkey fever.
According to sources in the hospital, the number of people died of KFD at the Manipal's Kasturba Hospital has risen to 7.
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Karnataka Speaker Khader finishes fourth in Dirt Prix event
Mangaluru (PTI): Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U T Khader on Sunday finished fourth in a dirt track racing event organised by the Indian Motor Sports Club here.
Driving a Volkswagen Polo GT, Khader narrowly missed a podium finish, ending just seconds behind the third-place finisher.
An avid motorsport enthusiast since his college days, Khader has participated in several racing events involving both motorcycles and cars.
Organisers said his performance on the dirt track was consistent with his previous racing record.
Speaking informally after the event, Khader said he continues to follow motorsport and enjoys driving, describing the experience as a "refreshing change" from his official responsibilities.
The Dirt Prix event saw participation from multiple racers and was aimed at promoting grassroots motorsport.
