Uppinangady: Abdul Basith, a student from the Government Model Higher Primary School in Uppinangady, has been selected to represent India at an international science fair to be held in Japan.

Basith had earlier participated in the prestigious INSPIRE Awards MANAK competition, organised by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. He showcased his science model during the national-level exhibition held at the IIT campus in Delhi. Following this, he has now been chosen for the international-level "Sakura Science Fair" in Japan, providing him with a rare opportunity to present his innovation on a global platform.

The model developed by Basith is aimed at helping individuals with special needs, particularly those who have lost their hands. His innovation has been widely appreciated for its social relevance and practical utility.

Abdul Basith is the son of Ilyas Pasha, a resident of Kadavinabagilu. He is a Class 10 student of Tanveerul Islam Madrasa located at the Malik Dinar Juma Masjid and also serves as the General Secretary of SKSBV Tanveerul Islam Madrasa.

In recognition of his achievement, SKSBV Tanveerul Islam Madrasa, Uppinangady felicitated him at a special event.

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Thane (PTI): A 45-year-old man was killed, and his wife and son were injured when a portion of plaster from the ceiling collapsed in their flat in a seven-storey building in Thane on Saturday, officials said.

Chief of the Regional Disaster Management Cell, Yasin Tadvi, said the 16-year-old building is not listed in the "dangerous" category.

"The incident occurred in Karumdev Society at about 3 am. The plaster of the hall in a flat on the terrace floor suddenly fell while the occupants were asleep", he said.

Of the four people who were inside the room, two suffered minor injuries and were discharged after primary treatment, Tadvi stated.

The injured persons were identified as Arpita More (42), who suffered minor head injuries, and her son Arush More (16), who sustained injuries to both legs.

Manoj More (45), who sustained chest injuries, died during treatment at a private hospital.