Newlywed Karnataka man dies after gulping five liquor bottles in ₹10,000 bet
Kolar: A 21-year-old man lost his life in a tragic incident in Poojarahalli village, Mulbagal taluk of Kolar district, after succumbing to the effects of binge drinking during a reckless bet. Karthik, a new father whose child was born just eight days prior, boasted to a group of friends that he could consume five full bottles of undiluted liquor.
According to reports, one of the friends of Venkata Reddy, offered Karthik ₹10,000 if he could complete the dangerous stunt. Accepting the challenge, Karthik proceeded to drink the liquor, subsequently falling ill. He was immediately rushed to a hospital in Mulbagal, Kolar district, but unfortunately passed away during treatment.
This unfortunate incident occurred just a year after Karthik's marriage. The Nangali police have registered a case against six individuals, including Venkata Reddy and Subramani, who have also been arrested in connection with the incident.
Health experts and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have consistently warned against the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption. A study indicates that binge drinking is responsible for a significant number of deaths annually in the US. The WHO has also stated that there is no "safe" level of alcohol consumption, as any amount can potentially be harmful.
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Sai Baba temple at Shirdi not to allow garlands, bouquets, shawls inside
Mumbai, May 10 (PTI): Amid heightened security concerns in the country, the Sai Baba temple trust at Shirdi in Maharashtra has decided not to allow garland, bouquets and shawls to brought inside the temple complex.
The famous temple which draws millions of devotees every year had received a threatening email last week.
Goraksh Gadilkar, a member of the Sai Baba Sansthan Trust, said devotees will be searched before entering the temple.
"The Sansthan received a threat email on May 2. In view of India-Pakistan tensions and the security alert across the country, flowers, garlands, prasad and shawls will not be allowed inside," he told PTI.
The Ahilyanagar district police have also made some suggestions to enhance the security of the temple.
On Friday, the Siddhivinayak temple in Mumbai said it will not allow garlands, prasad and coconuts inside from May 11.
