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Scroll.in
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Scroll.in
2008 Malegaon blast: BJP's Pragya Thakur, Lieutenant Colonel Purohit among 7 acquitted
A special court in Mumbai acquitted Bharatiya Janata Party leader Pragya Singh Thakur, Lieutenant Colonel Prasad Purohit and five others on Thursday in the 2008 Malegaon blast case, The Indian Express reported. Judge AK Lahoti of the National Investigation Agency court also directed the Maharashtra government to pay a compensation of Rs 2 lakh to the families of those who died in the blast and Rs 50,000 to the persons who were injured. Six persons were killed and around 100 were injured when an explosive device strapped to a motorcycle went off near a mosque in Malegaon in northern Maharashtra on September 29, 2008. Thakur and Purohit were arrested later that year. Five others – Major Ramesh Upadhyay, Sameer Kulkarni, Ajay Rahirkar, Sudhakar Dwivedi and Sudhakar Chaturvedi – were also named accused in the case. All seven of them were charged under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act and the Indian Penal Code. The case was initially investigated by the Maharashtra anti-terrorism squad. It was transferred to the National Investigation Agency in 2011. On Thursday, the judge said the prosecution had proved that a blast occurred in Malegaon, ANI reported. However, it failed to prove that a bomb was placed in that particular motorcycle, he added. 'The bike allegedly involved in the blast did not have a clear chassis number,' the Hindustan Times quoted Lahoti as saying. 'Prosecution could not prove that it was in [Thakur's] possession immediately before the blast.' A chassis number, also known as the Vehicle Identification Number, is a code that can identify the motorcycle and provide information about its make, model and year, among other specifications. The court also said that the site of the blast was not barricaded properly by the police, which led to the contamination of evidence, The Times of India reported. Lahoti further noted that some medical certificates had been manipulated, adding that the actual number of those injured in the blast was 95 and not the initially reported 101. The Unlawful Activities Prevention Act cannot be invoked in the case as the 'sanction was not taken as per rules', the court added. Thakur was a BJP MP from Bhopal between 2019 and 2024.
7NEWS
31-07-2025
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Kia Cerato and Seltos recalled
Close to 10,000 examples of the Kia Cerato and Seltos have been recalled due to potential engine failure. The recall affects vehicles equipped with Kia's naturally aspirated 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. 'The piston rings fitted to the engines of certain vehicles may not meet manufacturing specifications, and could cause engine failure and vehicle stalling,' the company says in its recall notice. 'A damaged engine may result in the vehicle stalling and/or engine oil leaking, increasing the risk of an accident or vehicle fire causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.' CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. The recall affects 9534 vehicles produced between 2020 and 2022 The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here The original recall notice is attached here If you own an affected vehicle, you'll need to schedule an appointment with a Kia Australia dealership to have the engine inspected and, if damaged, it'll be replaced free of charge. 'During this inspection, an Engine Control Unit software update will be applied to the vehicle as an additional data monitoring tool to detect early signs of engine failure,' says the company. If you have any further questions, you can contact Kia Customer Service on 131 542.
Perth Now
31-07-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Kia Cerato and Seltos recalled
Close to 10,000 examples of the Kia Cerato and Seltos have been recalled due to potential engine failure. The recall affects vehicles equipped with Kia's naturally aspirated 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. 'The piston rings fitted to the engines of certain vehicles may not meet manufacturing specifications, and could cause engine failure and vehicle stalling,' the company says in its recall notice. 'A damaged engine may result in the vehicle stalling and/or engine oil leaking, increasing the risk of an accident or vehicle fire causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.' CarExpert can save you thousands on a new car. Click here to get a great deal. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The recall affects 9534 vehicles produced between 2020 and 2022 The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here The original recall notice is attached here If you own an affected vehicle, you'll need to schedule an appointment with a Kia Australia dealership to have the engine inspected and, if damaged, it'll be replaced free of charge. 'During this inspection, an Engine Control Unit software update will be applied to the vehicle as an additional data monitoring tool to detect early signs of engine failure,' says the company. If you have any further questions, you can contact Kia Customer Service on 131 542. MORE: Explore the Kia Cerato showroom • Kia Seltos showroom
News18
19-07-2025
- Business
- News18
What's The ‘Activate Your New Credit Card' Scam And How To Stay Safe?
Fraudsters are increasingly using impersonation tactics, posing as bank officials, to trick credit card holders into revealing their sensitive information. In today's digital world, a credit card is crucial for securing online transactions, shopping and healthcare access. Credit cards have also become a target for fraudsters who exploit this through various tactics. The cases of credit card scams are on the rise and individuals often fall victim to these attacks when they unknowingly share sensitive information with imposters posing as legitimate entities. In one of the most alarming threats, fraudsters are increasingly using impersonation tactics, posing as bank officials, to trick credit card holders into revealing their sensitive information like OTPs and card details under the guise of activating new cards. It seems like a regular call when the caller gains your trust by confirming basic information before attempting to steal money. In Mumbai, fraudsters imitating bank officials scammed at least 19 people, causing losses of over Rs 8 lakh in May 2025 alone. According to CA Abhishek Walia, 'Fraudsters pretended to be bank telemarketing agents, saying they needed card info to 'activate" the new cards. Once card and CVV details were shared, they executed multiple unauthorized transactions." If someone calls claiming to help you activate your credit card and then asks for your OTP (One-Time Password), it is a scam. Bank representatives will never ask for your OTP over the phone for credit card activation or any other purpose. Always verify such requests by contacting your bank directly. Here's how you can protect yourselves from such credit card scams. Review your account regularly: It is advisable to regularly review your card transactions as a proactive measure to detect and prevent unauthorised charges. This practice allows for the timely identification of any suspicious transactions, enabling you to promptly report them and potentially prevent further financial loss. Enable real time alerts: Setting up email and SMS alerts for each credit card transaction is a good security practice. These notifications give immediate notification of any unauthorised expenditure, allowing cardholders to detect and resolve any fraud. By promptly reviewing transaction details and reporting suspicious activity, cardholders can reduce potential losses and prevent additional illegal card use. Don't share your card information: It is crucial to never share your One-Time Password (OTP), Card Verification Value (CVV), or Personal Identification Number (PIN) with anyone, even if they claim to be from your bank. Banks will never ask for this sensitive information. Set transaction limits: Reducing your credit card limit to zero when not actively using the card can significantly minimise potential financial loss if the card is compromised, as it prevents unauthorised transactions. Most banks now allow for quick and easy adjustments to credit card limits, including setting them to zero. Act quickly: According to RBI guidelines, if you report an unauthorizsed banking transaction to your bank within three working days of receiving the communication about the transaction, you may have zero liability for the loss. To protect against unauthorised use of your credit card, you should immediately file a written complaint, freeze the card, and keep a copy of the complaint for your records. About the Author Business Desk First Published: News business What's The 'Activate Your New Credit Card' Scam And How To Stay Safe? Latest News Watch: Indian Cricket Team Meets King Charles III At St. James Palace Cricket Agency feeds SBSP leader Arvind Rajbhar booked over press conference at Mau Railway Station Agency feeds New Super Chennai website aims to make the city a global frontrunner Agency feeds Justice Vibhu Bakhru sworn in as Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court Agency feeds Murder convict on the run on jail caught with stolen bike in Thane district latest news
Perth Now
07-07-2025
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Ford Tourneo recalled
Ford is recalling its Tourneo due to an issue with the people mover's child locks. 'Due to a manufacturing defect, the child lock feature on the dual power sliding door may not operate as intended,' the company says in its recall notice. 'As a result, the sliding door may be opened from the inside using the interior handle. 'If the child lock feature on the sliding door does not operate as intended, occupants could pull the interior handle and open the door while the vehicle is in motion. 'This could increase the risk of injury and/or death to vehicle occupants.' Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert A total of 59 Tourneos are affected, manufactured from 2024 to 2025 The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here The original recall notice is attached here, which erroneously refers to the recalled vehicles as being Transit Customs Ford says that while 59 vehicles are affected, only 12 of these have been sold. 'Before demonstrating or delivering any new in-stock vehicles involved in this recall, Ford dealers will repair the malfunctioning child lock feature to restore its functionality,' the company said in a statement. 'This service will be performed on all affected vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner.' Supplied Credit: CarExpert If you have already taken delivery of an affected vehicle, you'll need to make an appointment with a Ford Australia dealership to have the vehicle rectified, free of charge. The malfunction will be indicated by a cluster warning and a chime when the vehicle is switched on. 'If the vehicle's ignition is OFF, the driver can still attempt to activate the child lock, but the door will remain operable,' the company explains in its recall notice. 'The switch will flash for a period before stopping, and no cluster message will appear until the ignition is turned on.' If you have any further questions, you can contact the Ford Customer Relationship Centre on 13 36 73. MORE: Explore the Ford Tourneo showroom
