Vitla men held for poaching wild animals
Hebri: The forest officials arrested two men of Vitla for allegedly pouching wild animals at Hebri.
The arrested are Azeez, a resident of Patur in Kerala; and Shahul Hameed, a resident of Kukkila in Vitla Padnuru. Three others are reportedly absconding.
The forest officials nabbed the accused from the Kabbinale Wildlife Sanctuary when they were indulged in hunting. A Vitla resident Hameed alias Talwar Hameed and two others, who were with the poachers, have reportedly run away from the spot.
The officers have recovered a poached Indian Spotted Chevrotain, single-barrel gun, a knife and a car from the accused.
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Carnatic singer, traffic cop share musical moment during routine vehicle check in Kerala
Kerala: A routine traffic stop in Kerala turned into a brief musical interaction when a Carnatic vocalist, who was pulled over for not wearing a helmet, ended up performing with the traffic inspector.
The incident happened when the vocalist was stopped by the police for a helmet violation. During the conversation, the officer learned that the rider was a Carnatic singer. In response, the inspector mentioned that he played the Mridangam.
What followed was a short performance where the singer gave a vocal piece and the inspector accompanied him on the Mridangam. Passersby watched and recorded the moment on their phones.
Videos of the exchange were later shared on social media and received positive reactions. Many appreciated the light moment during a regular traffic duty.
This video just made my day! 🎶
— Sadananda Gowda (@DVSadanandGowda) April 8, 2025
Only in India can a traffic stop turn into a soulful street concert! A Carnatic singer, a Mridanga-playing cop and a beautiful moment of art in the middle of discipline.
Let’s enjoy the rhythm, but don’t forget the helmet!#RoadSafety https://t.co/6xDtozdILX
