Haveri, Nov. 12 -- Four head constables have been suspended and disciplinary action recommended against three senior police officers following alleged security lapses in the Village Administrative Officer (VAO) recruitment examination in Haveri district. The action follows allegations that a candidate used a mobile phone inside the examination hall and secured 151 marks.

Superintendent of Police Yashoda Vantagodi said the suspended head constables were Marennavar, Honnali, Manakawad and Naganur. A circle police inspector and two police sub-inspectors have also been recommended for disciplinary action over alleged dereliction of duty. Notices have been issued to four police personnel and four education department employees deployed at the...