Bengaluru: Former Member of Karnataka Legislative Council (MLC) S M Shankar passed away in a private hospital in the city following prolonged illness here on Saturday. He was 83.

Shankar is also the younger brother former External Affairs Minister and Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna.

Family sources informed that the funeral rites of Shankar will be held at Somanahalli village in Mandya District on Saturday evening.

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Mangaluru (PTI): Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U T Khader on Sunday finished fourth in a dirt track racing event organised by the Indian Motor Sports Club here.

Driving a Volkswagen Polo GT, Khader narrowly missed a podium finish, ending just seconds behind the third-place finisher.

An avid motorsport enthusiast since his college days, Khader has participated in several racing events involving both motorcycles and cars.

Organisers said his performance on the dirt track was consistent with his previous racing record.

Speaking informally after the event, Khader said he continues to follow motorsport and enjoys driving, describing the experience as a "refreshing change" from his official responsibilities.

The Dirt Prix event saw participation from multiple racers and was aimed at promoting grassroots motorsport.