Raichur: A lorry rammed into a two-wheeler from behind on the state highway near Kapagal Halla in Manvi taluk, killing the rider on the spot and leaving his wife seriously injured.

The deceased has been identified as Nagappa (48), a resident of Bommanal village. The accident occurred while Nagappa and his wife, Devamma, were on their way to Manvi on a motorcycle.

The lorry, coming from behind, struck their bike, resulting in Nagappa’s instant death, while Devamma sustained serious injuries.

She was immediately rushed to the Manvi Taluk Hospital for treatment.

A case in connection with the incident has been registered at the Manvi Police Station.

Get all the latest, breaking news from Karnataka in a single click. CLICK HERE to get all the latest news from Karnataka.

Let the Truth be known. If you read VB and like VB, please be a VB Supporter and Help us deliver the Truth to one and all.



New Delhi (PTI): Delhi Police announced a series of infrastructure and technology upgrades under the Safe City Project, including the expansion of surveillance systems and construction of new facilities, on the occasion of its 79th Raising Day.

Officials said that under the project, the Command and Control Centre will be further strengthened and several CCTV cameras have already been installed across the national capital. The surveillance system is equipped with advanced features such as hand-gesture recognition, facial detection and overcrowding alerts to enhance real-time monitoring.

"Mobile command vehicles will also be deployed to improve on-ground coordination during emergencies and major events," a senior police officer said.

The Special Cell headquarters will be constructed in Lodhi Colony to bolster operational efficiency. In addition, three new police stations and six police chowkis will be set up.

A seven-floor hostel for women police personnel will be built in Rohini, with accommodation capacity for 132 staff members, officials said.