Shivamoga: District Deputy Commissioner K B Shivakumar on Wednesday warned people against spreading rumors and fake messages on social media platforms regarding schools and colleges declaring holiday in the wake of heavy rain.

Shivakumar added that the District Administration was taking such incidents seriously and those found guilty of spreading such fake messages on social media would be criminally prosecuted.

According to the reports, on Wednesday a message went viral on social media platforms claiming that the District Administration had declared holiday to all the schools and colleges from August 7-10 due to heavy rain in the region.

Taking note of the incident Shivakumar said “Those found guilty of spreading such messages will be criminally prosecuted”.

Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.



More than 200 Indian nationals have joined the Russian armed forces since 2022, with 26 are confirmed dead, MEA—The Ministry of External Affairs have informed the Upper house of the Parliament: Rajya Sabha.

In a written response, the Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, has stated that at least 202 Indians are reported to have joined the Russian army. Among these recruited personnels, 26 have lost their lives; while, seven individuals have been reported missing by Russian authorities. He added that the remains of two deceased Indian nationals were cremated in Russia.

Singh noted that the sustained diplomatic efforts by the Indian government have led to the early discharge of 119 individuals. He further added that the discussions are going smoothly with the Russians to secure the release of the remaining personnel, with efforts underway to facilitate the early discharge of 50 more Indian nationals.

According to the minister, the Union government is in contact with Russian authorities to ensure the safety, welfare, and prompt return of Indian citizens serving in the Russian army. The issue, he said, is being addressed at multiple levels, including interactions between senior leaders, ministers, and officials of both countries.

The said disclosure was made in response to queries raised by Saket Gokhale, the MP of Trinamool Congress, and Randeep Singh Surjewala, the MP of INC, regarding the number of Indians allegedly recruited into the military service in Russia; Along with the details of deaths and missing persons reported since 2022.