Chamarajnagar: A wild elephant was seen near the Indibasappa Temple on Palar Road on Male Mahadeshwara Hills in Hanur taluk struggling to drink water from a tank as it sustained injuries on its trunk.

A video clip of the elephant trying to drink water from the tank situated near the temple has gone viral on social media.

On learning of the situation of the elephant, many locals expressed sympathy and also shared it widely on various platforms.

The matter was also brought to the notice of the Forest Department officials, with netizens urging the officers to urgently provide medical aid to the wild elephant.

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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.