Shivamogga: A Health Department employee, Nagaraj (35), who had been posted in the Dialysis Division of the Sagara Taluk Hospital, died of dengue at a private hospital in Shivamogga on Thursday.

This is the first case of death due to dengue that has been reported from Sagara taluk.

Nagaraj, who had been diagnosed with dengue a few days ago, was being treated at the private hospital in Shivamogga, but died on Thursday as he failed to respond to the treatment. Nagaraj, reportedly, was also suffering from diabetes.

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The Sagara Taluk Medical Officer Dr. Parappa has confirmed that Nagaraj died of dengue.

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Islamabad: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the ceasefire agreement between Iran, the United States and their allies extends beyond the immediate conflict and includes “Lebanon and elsewhere,” adding that it is effective immediately.

In a social media post, Sharif said, “I warmly welcome the sagacious gesture extend deepest gratitude to the leadership of both the countries and invite their delegations to Islamabad on Friday, 10th April 2026, to further negotiate for a conclusive agreement to settle all disputes.” 

He said both sides had shown “remarkable wisdom and understanding” and remained constructively engaged in efforts aimed at peace and stability during the high-stakes mediation process.

“We earnestly hope that the ‘Islamabad Talks’ succeed in achieving sustainable peace and wish to share more good news in coming days,” Sharif added.