Accused in Mumbai Fraud Arrested
The accused, Vishnu Rathi, involved in swindling $4 million from an American citizen, has been arrested in Mumbai. This operation was conducted with the assistance of the CBI and the FBI. Vishnu Rathi had transferred $450,000 from an American woman’s bank account to his cryptocurrency wallet in 2022, falsely claiming that her bank account had issues and required technical help.
The CBI conducted raids at 7 locations in Mumbai and Kolkata, recovering 57 gold bars, ₹1.6 million in cash, a mobile phone, and documents related to cryptocurrency.
Explosion in Kolkata
An explosion occurred on SN Banerjee Road in Kolkata, injuring a woman. The Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) investigated the scene, and traffic has been restored to normal.
Controversial Statement by Karnataka BJP Legislator
Karnataka BJP legislator Basangouda Patil Yatnal questioned Rahul Gandhi’s caste and religion. He claimed that Rahul Gandhi makes anti-national statements in the U.S. and demands a caste census while lacking clarity about his own caste and religion.
Naxal Encounter and CRPF Soldier Suicide in Chhattisgarh
In Sukma, Chhattisgarh, security forces killed a Naxal and recovered weapons and explosives. Additionally, a CRPF soldier stationed in Sukma committed suicide after returning from leave. This incident marks the fifth suicide among CRPF personnel in the past 20 days.
Fire in Mumbai Building
A fire broke out in a seven-story building in the Ghatkopar area of Mumbai. Over 100 people were present in the building at the time. Firefighters rescued 90 people, and 13 people with respiratory issues were hospitalized.
Death of Rajasthan Congress Legislator
Congress legislator Zubair Khan from Alwar, Rajasthan, has passed away. He had been ill for some time.
Eight People Drowned in Gujarat River
In Gandhinagar, Gujarat, eight people drowned in the Meshwo River while bathing. All the deceased were from the same village and the incident occurred during Ganesh Visarjan.
Government Removes Minimum Export Price Limit on Onions and Basmati Rice
The government has removed the minimum export price limit on onions and basmati rice and reduced the export duty on onions from 40% to 20%. This decision aims to boost exports and increase farmers’ income.
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