Protest against Sastan Toll Plaza: Hundreds of protesters detained
Udupi: National Highway Awareness Committee on Monday staged a protest against the collection of toll from the vehicles registered with Udupi in front of Sastan Toll Plaza.
District in-charge Minister Dr Jayamala said that a meeting will be convened on November 28 in connection with the toll collection as the highway is not completed yet. The protesters demanded that the toll should not be collected by KA 20 registration vehicles until the ministers meet in this regard is held.
Meanwhile, police held hundreds of protesters who disrupted the toll collection.
President of the National Highway Awareness Committee Pratap Shetty, District Lorry Owner's Association President Rajesh Kaveri and committee Secretary Vittala Poojary led the protest.
Udupi Tahsildar Pradeep Kurdekar, district Additional Superintendent of Police Kumarachandra, DySPs Jaisankar and Dinesh Kumar were present.
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UAE issues fresh emergency alert, says situation currently safe
Dubai/Abu Dhabi: Residents and visitors across the United Arab Emirates received a fresh emergency alert on their mobile phones stating that the situation in the country is currently safe.
The message, issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI), thanked people for their cooperation and reassured them that conditions were stable.
“Thank you for your cooperation. We reassure you that the situation is currently safe. You may resume your normal activities while continuing to remain cautious and take the necessary precautions, and to follow official instructions. (MOI),” the alert read.
The notification was sent in both Arabic and English through the country’s emergency alert system.
The advisory comes after earlier alerts warning of potential missile threats amid rising regional tensions. Authorities have urged the public to stay cautious and follow official guidance.
