Renowned Konkani singer Claud D'Souza passes away
Mangaluru, Jul 24: Noted Konkani singer, songwriter and composer Claud D'Souza passed away here on Monday after a brief illness, family sources said.
He was 67 and is survived by wife and two children.
D'Souza is famous for his contributions to the Konkani music world and his association with Konkani legend Wilfy Rebimbus.
With an impressive career spanning 61 musical nites,' he showcased his talent in playing musical instruments like the drums and guitar. He was highly regarded as a compere and a skilled actor-director in Konkani stage shows.
Having made his first appearance in Wilfy Rebimbus' shows from the 75th Wilfy Nite, D'Souza became an integral part of the troupe. He had accomplished himself as a writer, director, and actor, with over 40 Konkani stage plays on social, historical and religious themes to his credit.
He has earned several accolades and awards including the Sandesha' award' and the Karnataka Sahitya Academy award.
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Mangaluru: Bajpe police arrests young man for alleged derogatory posts against police
Bajpe: Police have arrested a youth for allegedly posting derogatory and defamatory content against the Bajpe police on social media.
The arrested accused has been identified as Abhishek M. (23), a resident of Katipalla, Surathkal.
According to the police, Abhishek posted a photograph of Bajpe Nisarga Hotel on his Instagram account mr_a_titude_22, alleging that accused persons in a murder case under the jurisdiction of the Bajpe police station were being treated “like royalty” by the police and were being served beef meals from the hotel every day. In his post, he further accused the police of colluding with criminals and misusing their authority, stating that public trust in the police was being betrayed.
Following which, the Bajpe police registered a case and arrested the accused.
Police records reveal that Abhishek is already facing multiple criminal cases. A case of murder, attempt to murder, assault and robbery has been registered against him at the Surathkal police station. At the same time, a robbery case has also been registered at the Kaup police station.
After his arrest, Abhishek was handed over to the custody of the CEN police for further investigation. He was later produced before a court, police said.
