Kodagu: In view of the heavy rains and thunderstorms, a holiday has been declared for schools and PU colleges of Kodagu district on Saturday, July 26.
Kodagu Deputy Commissioner Venkat Raja has issued an order in this regard on Friday.
The holiday applies to all anganwadi centers, primary, high schools and pre-university colleges on Saturday.
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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.


