Suspected spy pigeon with camera fitted on leg caught in Odisha
Paradip (Odisha), Mar 8: A pigeon fitted with devices which appear to be a camera and a microchip was caught from a fishing boat off the Paradip coast of Odisha's Jagatsinghpur district, with the police suspecting that the bird was being used for spying.
Some fishermen found the pigeon perched on their trawler while fishing in the sea a few days ago. The bird was captured and handed over to the Marine police here on Wednesday.
"Our veterinarians will examine the bird. We will seek the help of the State Forensic Science Laboratory for examining the devices attached to its legs. It appears that the devices are a camera and a microchip," Jagatsinghpur Superintendent of Police Rahul PR told PTI.
It also appears that something is written in a language unknown to the local police on the wings of the bird.
"Experts' help will also be sought to find out what is written," the SP said.
Pitambar Behera, an employee of the fishing trawler Sarathi', said he saw the pigeon perched on the boat.
"Suddenly I noticed that some instruments were attached to the bird's legs. I also found that something is written on its wings. I could understand it as it was not Odia," Behera said.
He called the pigeon and caught it after the bird came closer. Behera then informed the incident to the owner of the trawler.
The pigeon was found on the trawler when it was anchored around 35 kilometres off the coast from Konark around 10 days back.
Behera said he fed the bird broken rice for the past several days.
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Shaheen Group announces free education for SSLC toppers scoring 95% and above
Bidar: Shaheen Group of Institutions has announced free education for students across Karnataka who have secured 95 per cent and above marks in the SSLC examinations.
The announcement was made by Dr. Abdul Qadeer, Chairman of the institution, as part of an initiative aimed at encouraging academic excellence and supporting deserving students.
According to the institution, eligible students from across the state will be provided free education for both First Year and Second Year PUC at Shaheen institutions.
The initiative is expected to benefit a large number of meritorious students by helping them continue higher education without financial burden.
In addition, Dr. Abdul Qadeer announced special scholarships for Kannada medium students and those studying in government schools, recognising their efforts and encouraging them to pursue further studies.
Speaking on the occasion, he said the initiative reflects Shaheen’s continued commitment to inclusive education and merit-based support, ensuring that talented students from all backgrounds receive opportunities to progress.
