Kharvi Keri murder case: Four get life term
Kundapura, August 07: The local Additional Principal District and Sessions Court has awarded life imprisonment to four accused in related to the murder of a youth at Kharvi Keri four years ago, here on Tuesday.
After hearing 15 circumstantial evidences regarding the case, judge Prakash Khanderi convicted Jeevan Rao, Arbat Kumar Beretto, Roshan Wilfred Beretto and Roshan of Kharvi Keri on August 1 and announced the quantum of punishment today.
For the murder, the accused were awarded life imprisonment and slapped a fine of Rs 40,000 each and for destroying the evidence by throwing the body into the river, the accused got three years jail term and Rs 10,000 penalty for each. The judge also said that the family members of the victim could get the penalty amount at the Legal Aid Authority.
The convicted had killed Pramod Kumar (22), son of Ganapathi Kharvi on July 13, 2014 at 11.30 pm by attacking with clubs.
They have killed Pramod Kumar for taking the soda bottle at a soft drinks factory near Kharvi Keri ring road. Later, the body of Pramod Kumar was found at Pancha Gangavali river on July 14. Public prosecutor Prakashchandra Shetty argued in favour of the victim.
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.
