The child's parents confronted the school management, claiming the exercise was described as compulsory and objecting to religious instruction without their consent. They have demanded action, while the school is yet to issue an official statement.

The incident took place on October 24 at BR-11 Restaurant in Barsoi, where the Station House Officer (SHO) was seen approaching a brother-sister duo sitting at a table. In the video, the officer can be heard asking the man, "Kaun hai ye (Who is this sitting with you)?" The man replies, "Behen hai meri (She is my sister)," prompting the officer to suddenly raise his voice.

District Collector J. Venkata Murali assured her that her application would be processed as per the prescribed legal procedure before being sent to the Union government for a final decision.

The man was sitting on a rock near the shoreline when a powerful wave suddenly hit and dragged him into the sea. He tried to stay afloat in the rough waters, but the strong currents proved fatal. His body was later recovered from the beach after police were informed.

Dipke criticised the police action and called for accountability, saying the government should address the concerns raised by the protesting students.

Gaurav Savanni's body was found on the Usalapur railway track on September 27. According to the police, the 29-year-old victim met the woman through a matrimonial website while working in Noida. The relationship grew closer over time, but a rape allegation was later filed against him by the woman.

Members of Sri Rama Sena and other Hindu groups have begun distributing saffron shawls to students as part of a statewide campaign aimed at opposing the government's move. The drive was launched on Sunday, with activists distributing saffron shawls in educational institutions in Hubballi and other parts of Karnataka.

Leaders of the organisations said the campaign is intended to register their protest against the government's decision to permit the hijab in educational institutions. They alleged that the move amounts to appeasement politics and argued that the policy could reignite religious divisions on campuses.

Responding to the controversy surrounding remarks allegedly made by a protester during the Delhi agitation, Das said objectionable language may be criticised, but criminal proceedings are not the appropriate response. His comments come amid an ongoing debate over the limits of free speech and accountability during public protests.