Two from Mangaluru killed, three others injured in road accident while returning from B'luru Kambala
Tumkur: Two people hailing from Mangaluru, died on the spot when their car crashed into a truck on State Highway 33 near Kottagere Hobali Chigani Palya village in Kunival Taluk on Sunday. Three other people traveling with them have also sustained injuries in the accident.
According to the reports, the deceased identified as Kishore Shetty (35), and Philip Marie Lobo (34), both residents of Bajpe, were returning to Mangaluru after attending Bengaluru Kambala in the state capital.
The injured identified as Nitish Bhandari (35), Preeti Lobo (29), and Harish (62), are being treated at hospital.
Reports further added that the incident took place in the wee hours of Sunday when their car was returning through Neelamangala road. The driver had to reroute through Kunigal, after they missed the road and reached Tumkur instead. The car crashed into the truck which was heading towards Tumkur.
Local police reached the spot and a case was registered in this regard.
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New safety wristbands launched for children at Makkah’s Grand Mosque
Riyadh: Authorities in Saudi Arabia have introduced a new safety measure to protect the youngest visitors at the Grand Mosque in Makkah by distributing free identification wristbands to families.
This initiative, led by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, aims to prevent children from getting lost in the massive crowds and ensures they can be quickly reunited with their guardians if they wander off. By providing a simple way for staff to contact parents immediately, the program offers peace of mind to pilgrims during the busy Umrah and Hajj seasons.
The process for obtaining a bracelet is straightforward and designed for convenience, as families can pick them up directly upon arrival at the mosque’s main entrances. There is no need for online registration or any advance payment, as the service is completely free.
According to reports, dedicated desks have been set up at major entry points, such as the King Abdulaziz Gate and King Fahd Gate, where staff members help parents fill out the necessary details.
The child’s name and a guardian’s mobile phone number are recorded on the band, which is then securely fastened to the child’s wrist before they enter the prayer areas.
While the system is available for all visitors, officials especially urge parents to use it during peak times like Ramadan or the annual Hajj pilgrimage when the crowds are most dense.
