Bantwal: In an accident that occurred on Wednesday morning, an auto-rickshaw toppled over near Pariyapaade resulting in the death of an individual while 7 other persons sustained injuries at Manihalla Sarapady road. 

The deceased has been identified as Francis Suvaris (85), a resident of Valengur. Two individuals who were grievously injured in the accident were admitted to Mangaluru private hospital, while others who sustained minor injuries were admitted to Bantwal private hospital and receiving treatment, it is learned.

Reportedly, the auto-rickshaw was carrying several passengers from Sarapady and heading towards Bantwal when it toppled over at Periyapaade after the driver lost control of the vehicle.

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Mayabunder: A Pawan Hans helicopter crashed into the sea near Mayabunder in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Tuesday morning.

The helicopter went down about two kilometres away from the helipad at around 9:45 am. All persons on board are reported safe.

The cause of the incident is not immediately known, and further details are awaited.

Pawan Hans officials said necessary protocols were initiated following the incident.