Farmer killed in crocodile attack while bathing in river in Chikkodi
Belagavi: A tragic incident has been reported in Chikkodi taluk, where a farmer lost his life in a crocodile attack while bathing in the Dudhganga river near Dattawadi-Sadalga.
The deceased has been identified as Mahadeva Punnappa Khure (72), a resident of Sadalga village in Chikkodi taluk. Reports indicate that Khure was engaged in agricultural work on his farm in the riverside area on Friday, May 10.
According to villagers, after completing his agricultural tasks, Khure went to the river to bathe when a crocodile suddenly attacked him, dragging him into the water. His body was discovered on the riverbank near Ramesh Pradhan's farm the following day.
The retrieval of Khure's body was facilitated by social worker Sukumar Ugare and other villagers. Khure leaves behind a wife and two sons. The police have registered a case at the Sadalga Police Station in connection with the incident.
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Gunmen attack building housing Israeli Consulate in Istanbul
Istanbul (AP): A gunfight erupted outside a building housing the Israeli Consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, leaving two assailants dead and a police officer wounded, Turkiye's Haberturk broadcaster reported.
The report said attackers were carrying long-barreled weapons. An exchange of fire with police killed two, while a third assailant was captured. One officer sustained injuries during the clash.
The area surrounding the building was quickly sealed off.
