Action will be taken against Dharwad protesters who clashed with cops: Police Commissioner
Dharwad: Hubballi-Dharwad Police Commissioner N Shashi Kumar on Wednesday said action will be initiated against protesters who allegedly clashed with police personnel during a demonstration by job aspirants in Dharwad.
Addressing reporters a day after the large-scale protest, Kumar said activists of the Akhila Karnataka State Students’ Association deviated from the route permitted by the authorities, blocked Jubilee Circle and engaged in a scuffle with the police.
According to him, the entire protest was documented through five drones, more than 20 private videographers and CCTV cameras installed at various locations across the city.
“We will examine all available footage to ascertain whether there were violations of law and take appropriate action,” Kumar was quoted as saying by Deccan Herald.
He said barricades had been placed at multiple points to ensure that the protesters followed the designated route. However, some participants allegedly pushed aside the barricades and obstructed police personnel from carrying out their duties. A few police personnel sustained minor injuries during the scuffle, he added.
Kumar also said there was video evidence showing objects being thrown during the protest. According to him, water bottles were hurled at the scene. He noted that no cases had been registered so far and added that some of the participants had allegedly been involved in earlier protests where violations were reported.
The commissioner further said that permission had been granted for a rally by the Bharatiya Janata Party from Srinagar Circle to Michigan Compound. However, no approval had been given to the Akhila Karnataka State Students’ Association. “They joined the protest along with the BJP,” he said.
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Bearys education announces ‘campus connect & talent hunt 2026,' offers up to 100% scholarships
Mangaluru: Bearys Education has announced the launch of its “Campus Connect & Talent Hunt 2026,” scheduled to be held on April 11 at the Bearys Knowledge Campus near Mangalore University in Innoli.
The initiative, aimed at promoting academic excellence and student empowerment, will offer scholarships of up to 100 percent on tuition fees for meritorious candidates.
The programme seeks to identify and support students aspiring to pursue Pre-University Course (PUC), degree, engineering and architecture programmes.
The event is open to students from SSLC (Class 10), PUC (Class 12), Diploma and ITI streams, along with their parents. Organisers said the day-long programme will focus on guidance, engagement and opportunities for students planning their academic future.
A Talent Hunt Examination will be conducted on April 11 at 9.30 am, with eligibility extended to students completing SSLC and PUC in 2026. Based on their performance, candidates will be considered for scholarships of up to 100 per cent.
The event will also feature a career guidance and counselling session led by Ameen-E-Mudassar, CEO of CIGMA. In addition, a technical and science expo showcasing student-led innovations, along with a food festival, will be organised as part of the programme.
Organisers stated that the initiative reflects the institution’s focus on quality education, personality development and integrity, while marking over 120 years of educational service.
Interested participants can register before April 8 by scanning the QR code provided in the official announcement (provided below) or by contacting 89704 96949, 81239 04351, or 99000 66888.
