Dharmasthala: Rider dies after bike crashes into fallen tree on road
Belthangady: A Bike rider reportedly passed away on the spot after crashing into a tree that had fallen in the middle of the road going towards Netravati Snanaghatta at Dharmasthala around 5 am on Wednesday.
The deceased bike rider has been identified as a resident of Odilnaala Mugulichatra named Vasanth Kumar (42), it is learned.
Reportedly, the deceased used to run a hotel establishment near the Netravati Snanaghatta at Dharmasthala. It is learned that on early Wednesday morning while he was travelling towards Snanaghatta from Dharmasthala on his bike, Vasanth Kumar had not seen the fallen tree on the road and accidentally crashed into it causing the accident that claimed his life.
He was reportedly thrown off the bike due to the intensity of the crash resulting in grievous injuries to his head that ultimately led to his death on the spot, the police informed.
Belthangady traffic police station’s Sub-Inspector Odiyappa Gowda along with police staff visited the site and conducted an inquiry.
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Ranji Trophy final: Paras Dogra headbutts Karnataka substitute during heated Day 2 in Hubballi
Huballi: Tempers flared on Day 2 of the Ranji Trophy final as Jammu and Kashmir captain Paras Dogra was involved in an ugly on-field incident with Karnataka substitute fielder KV Aneesh at the Hubballi Cricket Ground.
The confrontation took place in the 101st over of Jammu and Kashmir’s first innings. Dogra, who was batting with Kanhaiya Wadhawan during a key partnership, edged a delivery from Prasidh Krishna for a boundary. Soon after, he exchanged words with Aneesh, who was fielding at forward short leg.
What began as a verbal exchange quickly turned physical. In a sudden outburst, Dogra moved towards Aneesh and headbutted him while still wearing his helmet. The act left players and officials stunned, forcing the umpires to intervene immediately.
Senior Karnataka batter Mayank Agarwal stepped in and confronted Dogra, while the umpires worked to calm the situation. At the end of the over, Dogra apologised, but Aneesh appeared visibly upset and did not accept the apology on the field.
The tension did not stop there. Agarwal and KL Rahul were also seen engaging in sharp exchanges with the Jammu and Kashmir skipper. Moments later, another heated moment unfolded when Karnataka pacer Vijaykumar Vyshak and Wadhawan came face to face after accidental contact during a run. Teammates and officials again had to step in to prevent matters from escalating further.
Despite the dramatic scenes, Jammu and Kashmir continued to stay in control of the match. The team crossed the 350-run mark in the first innings, building on the strong start made on Day 1.
Earlier, Shubham Pundir had anchored the innings with a well-made 121. Yawer Hassan contributed 88 runs, while Abdul Samad added 61, putting Karnataka under sustained pressure in the final.
