Father lits son on fire for losing cash in Bengaluru
Bengaluru: In a tragic incident occurred in Azad Nagar here, a man has reportedly set his son on fire for losing an amount of Rs 12,000, the video of which has gone viral on social media.
The deceased has been identified as Arpit who was killed by his own father Surendra, reports said.
It was revealed that the horrifying incident captured in the viral video occurred earlier on 1 April where a father sets his own son on fire in broad daylight.
After learning that the son has lost Rs 12,000, Surendra poured petrol over him, threatening to set him on fire with a lit match stick, while following him outside their house is captured in the viral video.
The CCTV footage showed the boy screaming and running around on the streets after he was burnt by his father.
Although the boy was admitted to the Victoria Hospital by the locals, he breathed his last on Thursday due to ineffective treatment of severe burns.
Meanwhile, it is learned that a case has been registered in this regard with the DJ Halli Police Station and the accused has been arrested.
Bizman sets son ablaze over financial row: Surendra Kumar @ Babu has been arrested by @chamarajpeteps. He had set his son Arpith ablaze on April 1 over alleged financial row in their business. Arpith succumbbed to injuries on Thursday morning.#Bengaluru #CrimeNews@DeccanHerald pic.twitter.com/8beGq5uhub
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.
