Mangaluru: Gerosa School teacher suspended over alleged derogatory remarks on Hindu Gods
Mangaluru: Sister Prabha, a teacher at Gerosa School in Mangaluru, has been suspended by the school board following allegations of making derogatory remarks about Hindu gods during a classroom session. The school's management board took this decision in response to public outrage, and the Education Department is set to conduct an internal investigation into the incident.
The controversy began on February 8 when a complaint was lodged at the Mangaluru South Police Station, accusing Sister Prabha of insulting the Ayodhya Sri Ram Mandir and Lord Rama while teaching the subject 'Work is Worship' at Prabha School.
DK Deputy Commissioner Mullai Muhilan visited the school on Monday evening to conduct an inquiry into the matter. Education officers and police officials were present during the investigation.
Amid growing tensions, MLA Vedavyasa Kamath from the South Constituency of Mangaluru visited the school on Monday, demanding appropriate legal action against the teacher. Under his leadership, hundreds of parents and activists attempted to lay siege to the school. However, the police intervened, preventing MLA Kamath and parents from approaching the school gate.
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In response to the incident, the headmistress of the school issued a statement, announcing Sister Prabha's suspension and assuring parents that another teacher would be appointed in her place. The headmistress emphasized the school's commitment to constitutional principles, religious tolerance, and equal respect for all beliefs. She acknowledged the temporary mistrust created by the incident and called for cooperation to rebuild trust for the better future of the students.
The decision to suspend Sister Prabha has been made to ensure transparency in the ongoing investigation by district authorities. The school expects cooperation from parents and stakeholders throughout the inquiry process, she added.
St. Gerosa School, with a history of 60 years, has not witnessed such an incident before, and the administration is keen on maintaining a positive educational environment. She added while appealing parents for collective efforts to work towards the students' brighter future.
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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.
