Kerala CM thanks Karnataka govt for security during Mangaluru visit

March 1, 2017

Mangaluru, Mar 1: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has said that his constitutional position prevented him from responding to the recent “threats” of the RSS and allied organisations.

In a letter to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, copies of which were released to the media, Vijayan refered to RSS and allied organisations “kicking up a controversy” over his visit to Mangaluru on February 25 to attend a few programmes.

Sangh Parivar outfits had staged protests ahead of Vijayan’s visit to Mangaluru and also observed Dakshina Kannada district bandh on the day of his visit charging that he is involved in political violence against RSS?functionaries in his home turf Kannur.

This had prompted the government to make unprecedented security arrangements in Mangaluru and other parts of the district during Vijayan’s visit. He had come to Mangaluru by train addressed a communal harmony rally at Nehru Maidan in the heart of the city.

Vijayan has thanked Siddaramaiah for providing the necessary security and support during his visit to Mangaluru.

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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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