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Time of India
13 hours ago
- Time of India
ATM card cloning: SBI told to pay ₹80k fraud loss to customer
Meerut: A consumer court in Bulandshahr directed the State Bank of India (SBI) to refund ₹80,000 fraudulently withdrawn from a customer's account using a cloned ATM card, along with ₹30,000 as compensation for "mental harassment and litigation costs". The case pertains to Asif Khan, an Indian Army personnel from Sikandrabad, who holds a joint defence account with SBI along with his wife. During his posting in Meerut amid the Covid pandemic, eight unauthorised transactions of ₹10,000 each were made from his account on May 15 and 16, 2020, totalling ₹80,000. Khan said he missed transaction alerts due to work commitments and later discovered the fraud. He found his ATM card safe in his possession and immediately contacted SBI customer care to block the card. He was advised to submit a written complaint. Khan submitted the complaint to the SBI branch manager in Sikandrabad the same day, receiving an assurance that the matter would be probed. He, simultaneously, filed a complaint with police, and an FIR was registered. However, despite this, no action was allegedly taken by the bank. On Saturday, consumer court judge Hasnain Qureshi ruled in Khan's favour, ordering SBI to refund the full amount with 6% annual interest from the date of filing of complaint. "The court also directed the bank to pay ₹20,000 as compensation for mental harassment and ₹10,000 for litigation costs. In case of non-payment within 30 days, the branch manager will have to pay 7% annual interest on the above amount," said the court's public information officer, Shekhar Verma. Verma said, "SBI failed to produce CCTV footage of the ATM from where the cash was withdrawn, and also could not share delivery reports of transaction SMSes."
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Picture This: The jeweller whose designs have never gone out of style
Cartier ed. by Helen Molesworth and Rachel Garrahan (V&A Publishing £35, 256pp) The new Cartier exhibition at the V&A is collated of 350 historic and iconic pieces from the historical jeweller's archive. Curated by Helen Molesworth and Rachel Garrahan, and created by Asif Khan, the show is an immersive experience that celebrates the enduring allure of Cartier. 'I wanted this exhibition to evoke a world, crossing time, senses, and cultures,' says Khan. 'Cartier's creations are suspended in textural landscapes, cloudscapes, light and sound - allowing history to breathe and the future to linger.' On display are famed creations such as the Tank watch, the Trinity ring, and the ever-popular Love bracelet, alongside extraordinary personal pieces once owned by the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Grace Kelly, including Kelly's engagement ring. This companion book, edited by Molesworth and Garrahan, offers a rich visual and historical narrative of the Maison. It traces Cartier's deep connections to British royalty and other notable figures, explores the evolution of its signature styles, and reveals the craftsmanship behind its most recognisable designs. As the book makes clear, Cartier has never stood still - constantly reinterpreting its heritage to stay at the forefront of contemporary design.
Business Recorder
24-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Capacitor makers meet LCCI president to discuss challenges
LAHORE: A high-level delegation of the Pakistan Capacitors Manufacturers Association (PCMA) Saturday called on the President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry Mian Abuzar Shad to discuss key issues affecting the local capacitor manufacturing sector. The delegation was led by LCCI Executive Committee Member Asif Khan. The delegation members Adeel Ejaz, Muhammad Ramzan, LCCI Executive Committee Members Khurram Lodhi, Karamat Ali Awan, Syed Salman Ali, Aamir Ali and Ahsan Shahid were also present. The delegation informed the LCCI President a range of challenges currently facing the domestic capacitor industry. These included a heavy dependence on imported raw materials, rising production costs, lack of policy support from the government, complex import regulations and an absence of a localized technological framework. Head of the delegation Asif Khan said that without immediate policy reforms, local manufacturers would continue to face serious disadvantages compared to international competitors. The delegation members urged the LCCI to play a more proactive role in advocating for this critical industrial sector and to help create an enabling environment for local manufacturers. Specifically, the delegation requested the Chamber's assistance in lobbying for reduced tariffs on capacitor components, simplified import procedures and the introduction of incentives for technology transfer and domestic production. LCCI President Mian Abuzar Shad expressed solidarity with the capacitor industry and assured the delegation that the Lahore Chamber would raise these concerns at all relevant forums. He stressed the importance of reducing import dependency and strengthening local industries to stabilize Pakistan's economy. He said that the capacitor manufacturing sector holds great promise and we are committed to supporting it. LCCI would take your genuine concerns to the relevant authorities and ensure that policies are introduced to protect and promote local manufacturers. He further stated that boosting domestic manufacturing, improving ease of doing business and fostering innovation must be at the center of Pakistan's industrial strategy. He proposed the formation of joint working group between LCCI and PCMA to continue dialogue, formulate practical recommendations and jointly work towards sustainable solutions. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Al Etihad
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Al Etihad
UAE cricketers high on ‘self-belief' after historic win over Bangladesh
22 May 2025 23:49 KUUMAR SHYAM (ABU DHABI)The UAE cricket team achieved a landmark triumph by securing their first-ever bilateral Twenty20 International (T20I) series win over Bangladesh, clinching the three-match series 2-1 at the Sharjah Cricket the decisive third T20I, UAE chased down Bangladesh's target of 163 for a commanding seven-wicket victory late on Wednesday night. Alishan Sharafu, displaying maturity beyond his 22 years, remained unbeaten on 68 runs off 47 balls, scoring five boundaries and three sixes. He was ably supported by Asif Khan, who contributed an aggressive 41 not out off 26 deliveries, featuring five sixes. Their unbroken 81-run partnership off 51 balls ensured UAE reached the target with five balls to is also a major highlight of the UAE's performances under Lalchand Rajput, who took over the reins as national team coach last year. The team's success reflects the progress of UAE cricket and its potential to challenge established cricketing nations, said Rajput in the post-match interaction as celebrations continued late into the night. UAE captain Muhammad Waseem was named Player of the Series for his consistent performances.'I think it's a great moment for UAE cricket and I think it's a changing phase,' Rajput said. 'This is the first stepping stone and I'm sure you will see many more of these because this victory will go a long way in changing the players' mindset.'The way we chased, the way Alishan and Lala [Asif Khan's nickname] played; that was fantastic. That's what we want because it is important not to leave the composure at any moment. We just wanted to bat deep and that partnership between Sharafu and Khan was important.'Partnerships were the grey area in the first match when the UAE put up a valiant fight in chasing a huge total after Parvaiz Hossain Emon scored a century. Interestingly, a third match was added as a late change between the two cricket boards. The UAE had won the second match in which Bangladesh opted to rest Emon for a groin niggle and experienced bowler Mustafizur Rahman leaving the squad to play in the Indian Premier did not get the start they wanted with Dhruv Parashar taking out the dangerman Emon and the top order collapsed. Left-arm spinner Haider Ali, who made his debut for the UAE with the first match, delivered a game-changing spell, claiming three wickets for just seven runs in his four overs. Pacers Matiullah Khan and Saghir Khan also made significant contributions, taking two wickets each. Rearguard action from Tanzid Hasan (40 runs) and Jaker Ali (41 runs) helped Bangladesh reach a respectable total of 162 for nine. 'Self-belief and mindset are the two important things when you compete at the highest level,' Rajput added. 'When you play against a Test playing country, yes, they are more mature because they play more cricket. But we are not that far behind. That's where confidence and self-belief is important and we showed that.'
Express Tribune
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
'FIA officials sacked over misconduct'
Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhary informed the National Assembly on Thursday that 51 officials of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) had been dismissed over the past two years for various types of misconduct. Speaking during the question hour, the minister said the FIA has an effective internal accountability system to take disciplinary action against its personnel involved in wrongdoing. He expressed satisfaction with the performance of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Authority (NCCIA), particularly in addressing cybercrime across the country. He told the House that a Director General had been appointed to lead the NCCIA and that about 500 personnel were currently working in the authority. A proposal has also been submitted to hire additional staff to enhance its capacity. Crackdown The Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) Counter-Terrorism Wing in Islamabad has intensified its crackdown on an international gang involved in issuing fake Pakistani CNICs, machine-readable passports and Saudi Arabia work visas to Afghan nationals and other foreigners. Acting on intelligence reports, the Agency has arrested three more suspects linked to the network, bringing the total number of arrests to five. According to officials, the latest arrestsmade during raids conducted in the last 24 hoursinclude Muhammad Alam Zeb, Asif Khan and Haroon Rashid. Investigations have revealed that Zeb facilitated Saudi work visas for 31 Afghan nationals using Pakistani passports. Asif Khan reportedly arranged similar visas for four Afghan citizens, while Haroon Rashid enabled the issuance of Saudi visas for 58 Afghans. On Tuesday, two other suspectsMuhammad Ishaq Khan and Syed Ahsan Shahwere arrested. Shah is accused of helping 580 Afghan nationals secure Saudi work visas with forged Pakistani documentation, while Ishaq Khan allegedly assisted 22 individuals. Together, the five suspects are believed to have facilitated a total of 693 Afghan nationals in obtaining Saudi work visas using fraudulent Pakistani CNICs and passports. Authorities noted that the involvement of officials from the Immigration and Passport Office and the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra) in the scam will be determined during investigation. Further raids are being carried out to apprehend other members of the network.
