The Delhi Police on Thursday arrested a man for allegedly raping a British woman in a Mahipalpur hotel in Delhi. The police also arrested his accomplice on the charges of molestation. While providing details, the police stated that the victim was friends with the accused through social media and she visited Delhi to meet him. The police further stated that the information regarding the incident has also been given to the British High Commission.

The incident has occurred just a few days after a 27-year-old female Israeli tourist and a 29-year-old local homestay owner were allegedly gang-raped by three men in Karnataka. The incident occurred when they were stargazing on the banks of the popular Sanapur Lake, near Hampi.

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A male tourist from Odisha was found dead after drowning into the canal after the miscreants pushed him into the Tungabhadra left bank canal. His body was recovered by the authorities on Saturday morning. Two other male tourists from the US and Maharashtra sustained injuries and are recovering at a government hospital.

A case was registered at the Gangavathi rural police station under serious sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including 309(6) (theft or extortion), 311 (robbery or dacoity with the intent to cause death or grievous hurt), 64 (rape), 70(1) (gang-rape), 109 (attempt to murder).

The attack has had a significant impact on tourism in Hampi. Reports indicate that many foreign tourists, particularly Israelis, have left the area in fear, despite assurances from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The state government has vowed to enhance security and ensure the safety of visitors. "We are committed to providing protection to everyone, including tourists, coming to the state. All necessary measures will be taken to prevent such incidents in the future," the Chief Minister assured.

Karnataka’s Home Minister, G Parameshwara, has also promised stronger security at popular tourist spots and has announced that tourists will now be informed about safety guidelines upon their arrival.

(Updates to follow)