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Dec 19 violence in Mangaluru a pre-planned conspiracy: Shobha Karandlaje

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December 25, 2019

Mangaluru, Dec 25: The violent incidents during the anti-Citizenship Amendment Act protests in Mangaluru on December 19 was part of a pre-planned conspiracy by the Opposition parties, Udupi-Chikkamagaluru MP and former state minister Shobha Karandlaje alleged Wednesday.

Addressing reporters here, she congratulated the city police for quelling the disturbances in an effective manner.

Hundreds of video clips covering the disturbances created by the violent mob have been received from citizens, she said.

She blamed the governments led by Siddaramaiah and H D Kumaraswamy for nursing organisations creating trouble.

They had withdrawn several cases registered against 1,600 "criminals" belonging to Popular Front of India (PFI) and released them, she charged.

Karandlaje said it was a disturbance sponsored by the Congress and a detailed investigation was underway.

She also put the blame on former state minister and Mangaluru MLA U T Khader for inciting violence.

Students from Kerala who had come here for education, are overstaying in hostels here and participating in protests, she alleged.

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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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