Shivamogga: The official website of the Kuvempu University has been blocked by its technical team under suspicion that the site was hacked by groups supporting Palestine in the battle against Israel.

The website of the university was reportedly hacked by the Kalimalang BlackHat Team on Wednesday night, with the message, "Save Palestine – Israel Dog", being stated on the university website, further expressing support to Palestine and stressing on the opposition to Israel.

The Kuvempu University authorities have decided to file a complaint with the cyber crime division of the Police Department regarding the hacking of the website.

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Ullal: A 50-year-old man died after being hit by an unidentified vehicle while crossing the road near Kuttar on Tuesday night.

The deceased has been identified as Dinesh Gatti (50) of Mundoli. According to police sources, the accident occurred when he was crossing the Madani Nagar Main Road.

Gatti sustained serious injuries in the collision and was immediately rushed to a hospital for treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday.

The vehicle involved in the accident reportedly fled the scene soon after the incident.

Gatti was an agriculturist and is survived by his wife and two children.

Local traffic police have registered a case and investigation is under way.