K'taka: 45-year-old Tumkuru man who was in news for marrying 25-year-old woman, commits suicide
Tumkur: In an incident that reportedly occurred on Tuesday morning, a 45-year-old man identified as Shankarappa - who had been in the news for having married a 25-year-old woman five months earlier – died by suicide at Huliyur Durga Hobali in the Taluk.
The body of Shankarappa, who is a resident of Akkimaripaalya in Huliyur Durga Hobali at the Kunigal Taluk, was reportedly found in the plantation in a hung state on Tuesday morning, it is learned. Reportedly, a death note was also found, the police informed.
Although he had been 45 years of age, Shankarappa had not married. Amid this, Meghana (25), a resident of Santhe Mavattur Village had requested Shankarappa to marry her. As per her request, Shankarappa had married Meghana five months ago at a nearby temple, it is learned. Due to the large age difference between the married couple, their marriage had become the topic of discussion on various social media sites.
With Shankarappa’s body now being found in a state that suggests suicide, the Huliyur Durga police visited the site and undertook an inquiry.
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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.
