Construction worker killed over financial dispute in south Bengaluru

A 36-year-old construction worker was allegedly beaten to death over a financial dispute in south Bengaluru on Saturday night. Police stated that the deceased, Manju alias Koli Manja, was assaulted by Palani, who has been arrested. The incident occurred after an argument at a bar near Vidyapeetha Circle over a pledged mobile phone. CK Achukattu police have registered a murder case under Section 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and are investigating.