Protest in front of MSEZ gate in Surathkal demanding jobs, outrage against GAIL India
Surathkal: A protest erupted on Monday morning near the MSEZ (Mangalore Special Economic Zone) gate, as aggrieved individuals who lost their land for JBF alleged that GAIL India, owned by MSEZ, has been denying them employment for a year.
The protesters, who were permanent employees of JBF for the last 8 years, claimed that despite the closure of JBF in 2020 due to financial difficulties and its acquisition by GAIL India in 2023, the company has been delaying in providing them with permanent employment. They stated that despite repeated attempts to contact the company, they have not received a proper response.
Seventy-five aggrieved employees blocked the road at the main gate of MSEZ to stage their protest.
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Several leaders, including Congress leader Pratibha Kulai, Shahul Hameed Bajpe, Congress Labor Organization’s Lawrence, Jokatte Gram Panchayat Member Lokesh Pujari, Bala Panchayat President Shankar Jogi, Member Soumya, Vijaya Kana, Raita Morcha President Rajesh, former member Adam, and Santosh Koreya, along with Shakti Kendra leaders, joined the protest.
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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.
