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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Techie loses Rs 1 crore in online trading fraud
Pune: A 35-year-old software engineer from Wakad lost Rs 1 crore to cybercrooks in share trading fraud between April and June this year. The victim lodged a complaint on Saturday with the Pimpri Chinchwad cyber police. Senior inspector Ravikirnan Nale of the Pimpri Chinchwad cyber police, who is investigating the case, told TOI that cybercrooks added the techie to a group of investors in April this year. "They provided him with details about the stock market and offered good profits on his investments in stocks through them. The crooks also sent the victim a link to download their firm's app to make investments and monitor the profit," Nale said. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune The techie, between April and June 21, transferred Rs 1 crore to nine bank accounts. "The techie could see a profit of Rs 4 crore on his investments in the app. However, when he tried to withdraw his money, the crooks took additional money from him by citing various reasons," the officer said. "When he started pursuing the suspects for his money, they deleted the app. After realising that he was duped, the techie lodged a complaint," he said. Nale said the techie not only exhausted his entire savings but also obtained a personal loan from the bank and transferred it to the crooks to earn more profit. "We have sought the details of these bank accounts," Nale said.
The Star
14-07-2025
- Health
- The Star
COPESSA unveils innovative portable shelter Biyela to aid the homeless and restore dignity
When Nthabiseng Nale fled an abusive marriage, she had nothing - no job, no support, and nowhere to turn. Today, she's part of a sisterhood transforming pain into purpose through a remarkable initiative called Biyela. Launched by Community-based Organisation for the Prevention of Violence Against Children and Gender-based Violence (COPESSA), Biyela is more than a warm, multifunctional jacket for the homeless - it's a symbol of healing, crafted by women rebuilding their lives one stitch at a time. The portable shelter is aimed at providing warmth, protection, and a sense of belonging for individuals living on the streets. The garment serves as a jacket, raincoat, bag, and sleeping bag all in one, making it a versatile lifesaver for the homeless and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Dr Nobs Mwanda, CEO of COPESSA, described the essence of the Biyela project, highlighting how it seeks to assist those without shelter and combat various social ills. 'The launch is really to put out the concept of this project, what it can do and how it can assist with all sorts of social ills, particularly those who do not have shelter. Homelessness is one of them,' Dr Mwanda stated in an interview with the Saturday Star . Dr Mwanda emphasised that the perception of homelessness is often misguided. 'People often picture the homeless as young people who ran away from home because they are naughty, but there is more to it. It could be you; it could be me. For instance, if you are in a relationship and something goes wrong, you can be pushed into homelessness overnight, left without a roof over your head,' he highlighted. Beyond its immediate utility, the Biyela is also positioned as a tool for disaster relief, with hopes that organisations involved in emergency management will see the value in purchasing the garment to aid their efforts. 'We hope that we can have a South Africa that affords everyone dignity,' Dr Mwanda said. 'How can you have dignity when you have no food on your table, when you have no shelter? These are just the basic needs according to Maslow's hierarchy. That is my greatest hope: to create a society where people can uphold their dignity and do not resort to violence as a means to solve their problems.' Central to the Biyela initiative are the Women of Worth sewing circle, a group of women reclaiming their lives after fleeing abusive situations. These resilient women have turned their tragic experiences into a force for good, actively participating in the creation of the Biyela shelters. For women like Nale, the project has been life-changing. She shared her journey from being a victim of gender-based violence to a beacon of hope for others. 'I joined COPESSA after my marriage fell apart, and I was seeking mental health care,' recalled Nale. 'I was hurt, unemployed, and frustrated. Thanks to COPESSA for providing such programmes to vulnerable communities. I have achieved a certificate in gender-based violence knowledge and am now proud to share the message that abuse is not a solution.' With the Biyela, she hopes to extend a lifeline to the homeless, providing them with not just a means of shelter but a multifaceted tool for survival: 'To provide the homeless with shelter, jackets, and raincoats which can be used as their grocery package because the bag is all in one. Aiming to practically provide the vulnerable with the means to escape violence.' [email protected] Saturday Star
The Citizen
11-07-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Former Chiefs star back in the ‘classroom'
SEBOKENG.- Former Kaizer Chiefs star, Abia Nale, is back in the classroom in an attempt to empower himself off the field. Nale is currently studying an online Soccer Training Load Management course in an effort to improve his knowledge and share it with youngsters. He was hard at work at Shakespeare Stadium in Vanderbijlpark doing some practical's with the local youngsters on Wednesday. Speaking to Sedibeng Ster Sport, Nale said some of the things that this Soccer Training Load Management course includes is monitoring players' fitness, injuries, mental health, and physical training and preparing them (players) for the games. Nale said this online course is important and he encourages other former professional soccer players to do it. He believes that former professional soccer players have a huge role to play in the development of football in South Africa. The youngsters who attended this practical training enjoyed each and every moment with this former Chiefs midfield-striker. 'I decided to do this online Soccer Training Load Management course to empower myself and share this with the youngsters. I must say, I really enjoy doing something different. I enjoyed working with them and it is something that I want to do permanently, sharing my knowledge with them. I want to thank the local development coaches who allowed me to come to their training and share my knowledge. I'm looking forward to a long relationship with the local development teams here in the Vaal,' said Nale. Nale was part of Kaizer Chiefs legends who played friendly games against Orlando Pirates legends on Saturday. Some of the Chiefs legends he played alongside include, Doctor Khumalo, Jabu Mahlangu and Reneilwe Letsholonyane to mention but few. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
06-06-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
I witnessed Radiopane's brilliance before the world knew his name: Former Chiefs star
I witnessed Radiopane's brilliance before the world knew his name: Former Chiefs star SEBOKENG.- When Orlando Pirates' deadly striker Boitumelo Radiopane featured at the Abia Nale Sports Foundation Tournament, little did he know that one day he would be playing in South African top-flight football. It was at the U13 four-team soccer tournament, organised by the former Kaizer Chiefs dreadlocked forward Abia Nale, with Radiopane playing for Celta Vigo Development FC. The tournament took place at Saul Tsotetsi Sports Complex in Zone 14, and Radiopane became the tournament's top goal scorer. Pirates spotted Radiopane at their annual soccer tournament known as the Pirates Cup. He was playing in the colours of the School of Excellence after joining them from his amateur team, Celta Vigo FC. This is the club that discovered his talent at a very young age from the dusty streets of Zone 3. Radiopane's rise to stardom was when he was promoted to Orlando Pirates' Reserve Team that campaigned in the DStv Diski Challenge (DDC). This is where he caught the attention of many, especially the Pirates senior technical team. Radiopane is now a big part of Pirates' senior team's plan for the coming season. He is expected to be the club's top marksman in the new season, playing alongside his homeboy, Relebohile Mofokeng. Both come from the Vaal, Sharpeville and Sebokeng respectively. When reflecting, Nale said no one saw that this little boy, 'wet behind the ears', would one day play for one of the biggest clubs on the continent. According to Nale, he witnessed Radiopane's talent when he was 13 years old. 'I still remember when I handed him a top goal scorer award, he was my height. I still have his picture, and it makes me proud that I witnessed his talent before the world saw it. The other player who featured in this tournament was Lebohang Lesako, who also played for Kaizer Chiefs. I'm very grateful to have contributed to their talent by providing the platform to showcase their talent,' said Nale. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Time of India
24-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Pimpri Chinchwad firm loses Rs 7.2cr to CEO fraud after accountant transfers money on instructions of ‘director'
Pune: A Pimpri Chinchwad 's automobile components firm was duped of Rs 7.16 crore in a ' CEO fraud ' where a crook posed as a firm's director based abroad, tricking the plant head into making the transfer between March 24 and April 20. The Pimpri Chinchwad cyber police registered a case on Wednesday after the accountant lodged a cheating complaint. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Senior inspector Ravikiran Nale of the Pimpri Chinchwad cyber police told TOI that the fraudster, who posed as the company's director, contacted the accountant through emails and a cellphone messenger app, instructing him to deal with a firm in China for the purchase of raw material. "In the message, the accountant was also told to transfer 7.38 lakh euros to the Chinese firm without any delay. The message sender also told the complainant that he had full authority to proceed with the transaction." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The message also stated that the firm's legal adviser would send him the invoice and contract, Nale said. The officer said the accountant even replied to the message saying that the bank might raise doubts about the transfer of such a large amount, putting him in legal trouble. "The accountant even requested his the 'director' to involve another senior firm official in the deal. The 'director' then assured him that the deal was within the legal and regulatory framework, followed by a 'payment request letter' with the bank details in China and the beneficiary account details," Nale said. He said the 'director' also texted the accountant not to leak any details about the deal as it could affect the process, leading to severe penalties. "The 'director' also mentioned that the money would be refunded within 10 days by the firm's head office. Without verification, the accountant transferred 7.38 lakh euros (Rs 7.16 crore) to the bank account," he said. Nale said after the transfer, the accountant contacted the head office and realised that he was duped. "He approached the cyber police and lodged a complaint on Wednesday. Investigations have revealed that the money was transferred to a bank in China," the officer added. Pune: A Pimpri Chinchwad's automobile components firm was duped of Rs 7.16 crore in a 'CEO fraud' where a crook posed as a firm's director based abroad, tricking the plant head into making the transfer between March 24 and April 20. The Pimpri Chinchwad cyber police registered a case on Wednesday after the accountant lodged a cheating complaint. Senior inspector Ravikiran Nale of the Pimpri Chinchwad cyber police told TOI that the fraudster, who posed as the company's director, contacted the accountant through emails and a cellphone messenger app, instructing him to deal with a firm in China for the purchase of raw material. "In the message, the accountant was also told to transfer 7.38 lakh euros to the Chinese firm without any delay. The message sender also told the complainant that he had full authority to proceed with the transaction." The message also stated that the firm's legal adviser would send him the invoice and contract, Nale said. The officer said the accountant even replied to the message saying that the bank might raise doubts about the transfer of such a large amount, putting him in legal trouble. "The accountant even requested his the 'director' to involve another senior firm official in the deal. The 'director' then assured him that the deal was within the legal and regulatory framework, followed by a 'payment request letter' with the bank details in China and the beneficiary account details," Nale said. He said the 'director' also texted the accountant not to leak any details about the deal as it could affect the process, leading to severe penalties. "The 'director' also mentioned that the money would be refunded within 10 days by the firm's head office. Without verification, the accountant transferred 7.38 lakh euros (Rs 7.16 crore) to the bank account," he said. Nale said after the transfer, the accountant contacted the head office and realised that he was duped. "He approached the cyber police and lodged a complaint on Wednesday. Investigations have revealed that the money was transferred to a bank in China," the officer added.
