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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Mangaluru man loses Rs 24 lakh in online investment scam
Mangaluru: A man allegedly lost Rs 24.2 lakh in an online investment scam. The complainant stated that in March last year, while browsing Instagram, he clicked on an advertisement link related to trading, which redirected him to a group called 'Fyers Market Discussion Group'. A person named Sharon Trivedi then added the complainant to a WhatsApp group and sent an application form encouraging him to invest in trading. After filling out the form and registering, Sharon sent a link for the complainant to download and install an app. Sharon Trivedi remained in constant contact and explained various attractive schemes, particularly about Institutional Stock and IPO Placement, urging the complainant to invest money. The app's customer support also instructed the complainant to deposit money and provided multiple bank account numbers and IFSC codes for the same. Similarly, through another Instagram advertisement, the complainant came across a different trading company. A person named Ishita Paul, using different WhatsApp numbers, provided information about trading and sent the complainant a website link. Following the instructions on the website, the complainant invested money and again received several bank account numbers and IFSC codes from the customer support team. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Between April 21, 2024, and May 31, 2025, the complainant transferred a total of Rs 24.2 lakh in multiple instalments via UPI, RTGS, and IMPS to various bank accounts provided by these unknown individuals. Although the fraudsters returned a small amount initially to gain trust, when the complainant asked for the remaining amount, he was asked to pay tax and commission. Despite paying these additional amounts, he was again asked to pay a 10% security deposit to withdraw the rest of the funds. This raised suspicion, and upon further inquiry, the complainant realised he had been cheated. The complainant waited in the hope of recovering the invested money, but, having received nothing, finally filed a complaint at police station. A case has been registered at CEN Crime police station.
Sunday World
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Spain's Irish Fleadh set to celebrate 21st anniversary
homecoming | The Cáceres Irish Fleadh has grown into a unique international celebration of Irish culture abroad . Guests last night, including members of the Spanish embassy and the tourist board in Dublin, attended the official launch of Irish Fleadh Festival Cáceres 2025. Hosted at Urban Brewing in the IFSC, the launch unveiled exciting details about the festival, which brings the very best of Irish traditional music, dance, language, and culture to the stunning medieval city of Cáceres in western Spain. Now in its 21st year of the festival, Cáceres Irish Fleadh has grown into a unique international celebration of Irish culture abroad, drawing thousands of attendees from Ireland, Spain, and beyond. This festival has established itself as one of the most important events in the local cultural and festive calendar. It has become a key reference point for cultural, tourism, and musical exchanges with Ireland and with traditional music lovers around the globe. . News in 90 Seconds - 6th June 2025 The 2025 edition promises a weekend of live performances, workshops, sessions, and cultural exchange — all set against the UNESCO World Heritage backdrop of Cáceres' ancient stone streets and plazas. September 19, 20, and 21 are the dates when the heart of the city will be taken over by musicians from various parts of the world, playing traditional Irish instruments – bodhrán, banjo, concertina, fiddle, whistle, or Uilleann pipes. Among the musicians on this year's lineup is Michael McGoldrick, considered one of the finest living flautists in Irish music. Also featured is Tim Edey, an English multi-instrumentalist and composer, who was named Musician of the Year at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and, along with Brendan Power, Best Duo. He was also named "Musician of the Year" at the 2020 MG Alba Awards for Scottish Traditional Music. Edey has been described as an "instrumental genius." The full program features more than 60 musicians from Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Scotland, the United Kingdom, Italy, the United States, Germany, and Sweden. The Friel Sisters, composed of Anna, Sheila, and Clare Friel, are a renowned Irish traditional music group known for their powerful performances and rich unison singing. They are known for their close combination of instruments (fiddle, flute, Irish bagpipes) and for performing songs in both English and Irish, many from their family repertoire. The Friel Sisters have toured extensively throughout Europe, America, and Asia. Read more Also at the function yesterday evening were representatives of the Government of Extremadura, the Hon. Provincial Council of Cáceres, the City Council of Cáceres, the Spanish Ambassador to Ireland, the Irish Ambassador to Spain, and figures from O'Hara's Brewery, the official sponsor of the event. The Dublin launch event in Urban Brewing included a live traditional music session, attended by well-known musicians from Ireland and beyond, friends of the Cáceres Irish Fleadh. 'Irish Fleadh Festival Cáceres is a powerful reminder of the global love for Irish culture,' says Patricia Bravo García, festival director. 'Our launch in Dublin was not just a celebration — it was a homecoming. We're excited to invite the Irish public to come join us in Cáceres in 2025 for what promises to be our biggest and most vibrant festival yet.' In 2025, Spain will enjoy two Irish Fleadhs. The festival that originated in Cáceres will expand to the Canary Islands. The La Palma Irish Fleadh, organised by Extremadura and Palma residents, will take place on the weekend of October 17, 18, and 19 in Santa Cruz de la Palma. Starting in 2026, it will coincide with St. Patrick's Day in March.. Its program will feature musicians from different countries. The goal is to expand the structure of the Cáceres Irish Fleadh, founded more than 20 years ago in the city of Cáceres. The festival can be followed on these links: Website: Instagram: Facebook:
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Man loses Rs 21 lakh in investment fraud
Mangaluru: A man allegedly lost Rs 21.7 lakh in an online investment scam. In a complaint, he said that he came across a Facebook profile in Sept 2024 under the name Raveena Roy, who claimed to be an MBA graduate and an investment consultant. She allegedly promoted lucrative schemes in gold trading and deposit plans, convincing the complainant to invest. The accused later shared two WhatsApp numbers and directed the complainant to a link for an app. Trusting the app to be genuine, he shared personal details, including his mail ID, mobile number, and Aadhaar card details, and registered on the platform. Through the app's customer support, the complainant was given multiple bank account numbers and IFSC codes for depositing money. Between Oct 3, 2024, and April 25, this year, he allegedly transferred a total of Rs 21.7 lakh via NEFT and IMPS to different accounts linked to the accused. The complainant was initially able to withdraw a small amount. However, when he requested to withdraw the remaining funds, he was asked to pay additional tax. This raised doubts, and upon closer scrutiny, he realised he had been defrauded. CEN Crime police registered a case and are investigating.
The Hindu
27-05-2025
- The Hindu
Lawyer duped by cyber fraudsters using AI-generated Donald Trump video
A 38-year-old advocate was duped by cybercriminals who allegedly lured him into investing in a 'Trump Hotel rentals scheme' using an AI-generated video of US President Donald Trump promising high returns, police said on May 26. The issue came to light on May 6, when the advocate approached the Haveri Central Crime Police Station with a complaint. In his statement, the advocate said that, in January this year, he came across a video on YouTube offering an investment opportunity in 'Donald Trump Hotel Rentals'. When he clicked on the link, he was directed to download a mobile application. He was then asked to fill out a form, which included submitting his bank account details and IFSC code. According to the police, the advocate followed the instructions and paid ₹1,500 to activate his account. He was promised a 3% daily return on his investment. Initially, he received the promised returns, and made a profit on his investment. Trusting the scheme, he invested more money when asked by the fraudsters, hoping to double his earnings. In total, he deposited ₹5,93,240 in various bank accounts, UPI IDs, and digital wallets between January 25 and April 4. However, he stopped receiving returns, and was also unable to take back the invested amount. A case has been registered under the IT Act and Section 318(4) (cheating) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, police said. During the investigation, police found that the complainant was tricked through a 'fake' link. Consequently, the bank account to which ₹1.5 lakh was transferred has been frozen, a senior police officer said. Police have appealed to people to avoid clicking on suspicious links.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Time of India
Karnataka: Lawyer duped by cyber fraudsters using AI-generated Trump video
A 38-year-old advocate was duped by cybercriminals who allegedly lured him into investing in a Trump Hotel rentals scheme using an AI-generated video of US President Donald Trump promising high returns, police said on Monday. The issue came to light on May 6, when the victim approached the Haveri Central Crime Police Station with his complaint, they added. In his statement, the advocate said that in January this year, he came across a video on YouTube offering an investment opportunity in "Donald Trump Hotel Rentals." When he clicked the link, he was directed to download a mobile application. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Clear, Compelling Writing in Seconds With This Desktop App Grammarly Install Now Undo He was then asked to fill out a form, which included submitting his bank account details and IFSC code. According to the police, the victim followed the instructions and paid Rs 1,500 to activate his account. He was promised a 3 per cent daily return on his investment. Live Events Initially, he received returns and made profits on his investments. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories Trusting the scheme, he invested more money when asked by the fraudsters, hoping to double his earnings. In total, he deposited Rs 5,93,240 to various bank accounts, UPI IDs, and digital wallets between January 25 and April 4. However, he stopped receiving returns and was unable to recover the invested amount. A case has been registered under the IT Act and Section 318(4) (cheating) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, police said. During the investigation, it was found that the complainant was tricked through a 'fake' link. Consequently, Rs 1.5 lakh in the bank account to which the money was transferred has been frozen, a senior police officer said. Police have appealed to the public to stay alert and avoid clicking on suspicious links. "It has come to light that crores of rupees have been swindled across the country through fake links such as the Trump Hotel Rental scheme, which falsely promises to double your money. The public is urged to reject unknown links and remain vigilant," the police release said.
