Nipah infection: CM-designate orders to take preventive measures
Bengaluru: Chief Minister-designate HD Kumaraswamy has ordered to take appropriate precautionary measures in the state in the wake of Niphā virus’ outbreak in the neighboring state of Kerala.
"The deadly Niphā virus is spreading across Kerala that has already killed ten people. The virus is likely to spread to Mangaluru, Kodagu, Chamarajanagar and Mysore districts which are adjacent to Kerala. Therefore, I have already ordered the Health Department’s chief secretary to take appropriate steps to prevent the viral infection," said HD Kumaraswamy.
Meanwhile, Dakshina Kannada district medical officer has stated on Tuesday that two suspected cases of Nipah virus infection have been reported in Mangaluru.
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Minor girl kidnapped and raped; main accused and two cafe owners held
Latur (PTI): A minor girl was allegedly kidnapped and raped by an 18-year-old man in Latur, leading to the arrest of the main accused and owners of two cafes where the crime occurred on December 4, police said on Saturday.
Police traced the girl within hours of registering the complaint. The accused, identified as Rihan Gulab Shaikh, was arrested based on the girl's complaint. Two others are owners of two cafes where the crime occurred, police said.
Police registered a case under various sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), POCSO Act, and the Prevention of Atrocities Act, an official said.
