High command closely watching outburst by BJP legislators on Cabinet expansion: Nalin Kateel

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January 16, 2021

Mangaluru, Jan 16: BJP Karnataka President and Lok Sabha member Nalin Kumar Kateel on Friday warned those speaking against Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa and BJP to remain cautious as party high command is closely watching them.

Speaking to newsmen here, he said that any differences of opinion should be brought to the High Command's attention.

Referring to the statements made by disgruntled MLAs including Basanagouda Patil Yatnal, who alleged that controversial CD and blackmailing tactics played a crucial role in the cabinet expansion, Kateel said: "Let them speak to high command if they have differences. Speaking in public shall be regarded as indiscipline."

BJP's Central Discipline Committee looking into Yatnal’s statements will take a decision, he cautioned responding to a query, said Chief minister B S Yediyurappa had challenged him to show the CD. Thus it is not right to make baseless allegations.

Kateel urged opposition leader in the Legislative Assembly Siddaramaiah not to interfere in BJP’s internal affairs.

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The £25,000 Trap: Mangaluru Man Duped of ₹13.4 Lakh in 'London Friend' Facebook Scam

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November 26,2025

Mangaluru, Nov 26: Mangaluru East police have registered a case following a sophisticated online fraud where a 57-year-old local resident was allegedly cheated out of ₹13.4 lakh after being targeted on Facebook.

The scam began in February when the complainant, while browsing Facebook reels, was contacted by a woman identifying herself as "Lillian Mary George" from London. After establishing a chat relationship, the woman claimed she would visit India in November and bring a significant sum of money.

The trap was sprung on November 15, when the victim received a call from a woman named "Sonali Gupta," who claimed Lillian had arrived at Mumbai International Airport but was detained by customs. The fraudsters convinced the man that Lillian was carrying £25,000 (about ₹26 lakh) in traveller’s cheques and 1 kg of gold (valued at around ₹30 lakh).

Under the pretense of clearing these items, the victim was asked to make numerous online transfers between November 15 and 18 for various bogus charges, including:

•   "Pounds exchange registration"
•   "Customs declaration issues"
•   "Discount charges"
•   "Money-laundering charges"

Believing the fictitious story, the complainant transferred the cumulative sum of ₹13.4 lakh to various bank accounts provided by the fraudsters. He realised he was cheated when the culprits later promised a refund within two days but stopped answering his calls. The Mangaluru East police are now investigating the case, which highlights the continuing threat of transnational cyber fraud using social engineering and promises of fictitious wealth.

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