Adrift off Bhatkal coast, 23 fishermen rescued by Indian coast guards

coastaldigest.com web desk

September 18, 2019

Mangaluru, Sept 18: The Indian Coast Guards today rescued as many as 23 crew members on board a fishing vessel which had gone adrift due to engine failure.

23 fishermen, who had set sail from Bhatkal, were drifting in the high seas after their engine developed a technical snag.

Karnataka state Coastal Security police who picked up the distress signals from the adrift fishermen, contacted Indian Coast Guards.

Indian Coast Guard ship Rajdoot, on patrol off Karnataka and Goa coast was diverted to the site of drifting fishing boat, 30 nautical miles away from Mavinakurve.

All the 23 crew on board the fishing boat were reported safe. Coast Guard authorities then requested IFB Pavan Sutta (Reg no KA02MM1826) that was fishing in the vicinity for towing assistance.

At present, the fishing boat is being towed to Bhatkal. IFB SDY is also providing assistance to the Coast Guard, DIG S S Dasila, commander, Coast Guard Karnataka, said.

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Mangaluru, Dec 20: City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy has issued a high-alert warning to vehicle owners regarding a surge in cyber fraud targeting those looking to pay traffic violation fines. Fraudsters are reportedly exploiting recent government discount schemes on traffic penalties to deceive citizens.

The Scam: How Fraudsters Strike

Criminals are using SMS, WhatsApp, and social media to circulate suspicious links and APK files (Android application packages). They claim these apps allow users to pay e-challans at a discount.

• Device Hacking: Downloading these unauthorized apps gives hackers full access to the victim's smartphone.

• Financial Theft: Once the phone is compromised, fraudsters intercept OTPs and personal data to drain bank accounts.

• Phishing Sites: Fake websites mimicking official portals are also being used to harvest banking credentials.

Already, two residents within Mangaluru city limits have reported significant financial losses after falling victim to these fraudulent apps.

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