Mandya (Karnataka), Jul 25 (PTI): In a suspected case of food poisoning, 10 students of a residential school were hospitalised after they complained of stomach pain and other symptoms, police said on Friday.

The incident occurred in K M Doddi, Maddur taluk of this district.

At least 10 students were hospitalised after they complained of vomiting and stomach pain after consuming food served at the residential school on Friday morning, they said.

All the students are currently receiving treatment at the hospital and are said to be fine.

"So far, we have not received any complaint in this regard. Looking at the seriousness of the issue, we will decide on taking further course of action," a senior officer said.

On Monday night, three members of a family died and two others were admitted to a hospital for treatment following suspected food poisoning in Raichur district.

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Kasaragod: An 18-year-old girl was allegedly hacked to death by her father following a family dispute at Kunjathur, Thuminad near Manjeshwara on Tuesday evening.

The deceased has been identified as Jumaila, a resident of Thuminad. Police said the accused, Umar Farooq, has been arrested in connection with the murder.

According to police sources, Jumaila was found lying in a pool of blood after neighbours rushed to the house on hearing her screams.

She was shifted to a hospital, but doctors declared her dead.

Locals said that Umar Farooq, who had been working abroad, returned to the village about three months ago.

Since his return, the family had been involved in frequent disputes, reportedly over property-related issues.
Police officials visited the spot and have launched a detailed investigation into the incident.