'Cong plans Operation Hasta to counter Operation Lotus in Karnataka’

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May 13, 2019

Belagavi, May 13: Karnataka Minister for Forest Satish Jarkiholi, who is also District In-charge Minister, today ascertained that the Coalition partners Congress and JDS have full strength to save the government by launching 'Operation Hasta' (Operation Hand) to counter BJP's 'Operation Lotus' launched to woo the ruling party legislators in the State.

Addressing a press conference here on Monday, he said that Opposition BJP and its leaders are continuously trying to pull down the government but in vain. "If they (BJP) continue the 'Operation Lotus' we are ready to launch Operation Hasta”, he added.

He said that BJP leaders are claiming that the party will win more than 300 seats in the General election, but “ BJP will not cross 250 seats, Prime Minster Narendra Modi has to seek support from other parties to form the government at the Centre after May 23."

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Mangaluru police issue alert over fake traffic fine payment Apps and links

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December 20,2025

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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