Shivamogga: Students protest at Kuvempu University; VC office board smeared with ink
Shivamogga: Members of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) staged a protest at Kuvempu University on Wednesday, alleging delays in addressing student-related issues.
During the protest at the Vice Chancellor’s office in Shankaraghatta, some demonstrators reportedly damaged chairs and pots and smeared black ink on the office name board, expressing anger against the administration.
The protesters alleged that despite repeated representations, their concerns had not been resolved. They also claimed that the university had not announced results for the 1st, 3rd, and 5th semesters held several months ago, and that mark sheets had not been issued for an extended period, affecting students’ opportunities for higher studies and employment.
Student leaders further alleged delays in issuing passing and degree certificates.
NSUI district president Vijay, along with other office-bearers and members, participated in the protest.
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Three private doctors arrested in illegal scanning case involving 31 minor pregnant girls in KR Pet
Mandya: Police on Tuesday arrested three private doctors in connection with a case involving alleged illegal scanning of 31 minor pregnant girls at a private diagnostic centre in KR Pet. The accused were later remanded to judicial custody.
The arrested doctors have been identified as Dr. Divyachetan of Chetana Maternity Centre, Dr. Harshit of Navi Diagnostic Centre, and Dr. Harish of Kushal Diagnostic Centre.
Police said Priyanka, a gynaecologist attached to a government hospital, is absconding and efforts are under way to trace her.
The case came to light after Karnataka Lokayukta Police recently conducted raids, during which illegal sex determination tests on minor pregnant girls were allegedly detected at two diagnostic centres in KR Pet town.
Following the raids, District Health and Family Welfare Officer Dr. Mohan, Deputy Director of the Women and Child Development Department P.S. Asha, and District Child Protection Officer Rashmi inspected several diagnostic centres and filed cases at KR Pet Town and Rural police stations.
According to the allegations, Navi Diagnostic Centre conducted scans on 24 minor pregnant girls, including 19 cases in 2024 and five in 2025. Kushal Diagnostic Centre is accused of conducting scans on seven minor pregnant girls.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner Dr. Kumar has directed taluk vigilance committees to inspect all 63 ultrasound scanning centres in the district and submit reports within 10 days.
Officials said the Tahsildar of each taluk has been appointed chairperson of the respective committee.
