Kodagu: Youngster dies of fever, locals suspect rat fever spread; Here's what health officials said
Kodagu: Speculation surrounds the unfortunate demise of Libeen (25), a resident of Anapare village in the border village of Karike, Kodagu district, as he succumbed to fever. However, District Health Officer Dr. KM Satish Kumar has clarified that there is no definitive confirmation regarding the cause of his fever.
Libeen, son of Karike Balan and Lata, was known to commute to the neighboring state of Kerala for work on a daily basis. Recently, he was admitted for treatment at Pariaram Medical College in Kerala due to a fever. Unfortunately, despite receiving medical care, Libeen passed away on July 3.
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Upon hearing the news of his death, health officials visited Libeen's residence in Karike to conduct an investigation. Dr. K. M. Satish Kumar, while speaking to the local reporters, stated that there were no signs of fever among Libeen's family members and the residents in the neighborhood.
Additionally, health authorities thoroughly examined the Karike Health Center for any related cases, but no instances of fever were detected. Dr. Satish Kumar emphasized that all necessary precautionary measures have been taken in response to the situation.
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Azim Premji Foundation Scholarship: How to apply, when to apply; details here
Bengaluru: The Azim Premji Foundation has announced the Azim Premji Scholarship for the academic year 2025–26, aimed at supporting up to 2.5 lakh girls across 18 Indian states who are pursuing higher education after completing school. An official release from the foundation also stated that in the coming years the scholarship will be implemented across the country.
When to Apply:
According to a release from the foundation, the application process for the Azim Premji Scholarship 2025–26 will commence in September 2025. “Details of the program and any changes in the program design or coverage will be notified at the start of the application process,” the release added.
Where to Apply:
According to the release, the scholarship this year will be implemented across 18 states, namely Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Students residing in these states and enrolled in recognised higher education institutions will be eligible to apply.
How to Apply:
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Girls who have completed their Class 10 and 12 education in government (public) schools and have secured admission in a bona fide higher education institution either a government-run college/university or select private institutions can apply for the scholarship.
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Once the application portal opens in September, students will be required to submit personal details, educational qualifications, proof of admission, and bank account information.
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The scholarship amount ₹30,000 per year will be transferred directly into the students' bank accounts in two instalments each academic year, read the release.
