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Time of India
14-07-2025
- Time of India
Man arrested in Ghaziabad for 22.63L cyber fraud in Udaipur
Udaipur: Pratapgarh police arrested a man from Ghaziabad Sunday for allegedly defrauding a Udaipur resident of Rs 22.63 lakh in a cyber scam involving a fake Birla Sun Life insurance policy refund. Acting on a complaint filed by victim Nanalal Lohar on May 11, 2024, the police launched an investigation that led to the arrest of the key accused, Shafiq Ahmed, 32, a resident of Sahibabad in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Lohar had approached an unknown contact to claim a refund on his dormant insurance policy. The accused, posing as representatives of Birla Sun Life and using fake identities—Manoj Pandey, NP Singh, and VK Singh—sent Aadhaar and PAN card copies via a social media app to gain the victim's trust. Once convinced, Lohar transferred Rs 22.63 lakh to various accounts provided by the accused between April 15 and May 9, 2024. The fraud came to light when the accused's phone became unreachable, prompting Lohar to lodge a complaint with the Pratapgarh cyber police station. District superintendent of police Vineet Kumar Bansal formed a special team led by Cyber Police SHO Hari Singh to probe the matter. The team quickly traced and froze the involved bank accounts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Launch by L&T – 3 & 4 BHKs Near Viviana L&T Evara Heights Enquire Now Undo Technical analysis revealed that the funds had been deposited into the account of Shafiq Ahmed. A police team raided Ghaziabad and detained Ahmed, who during interrogation confessed to contacting Lohar via a number found on Google and conning him with the promise of an insurance refund. Police said efforts are underway to trace other members of the fraud network based on leads from Ahmed's interrogation.
Indian Express
30-06-2025
- Indian Express
Highway robber part of inter-state gang shot dead in encounter: UP STF
THE UTTAR Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) and the Baghpat police in a joint operation shot dead a 'highway robber' in an encounter on Sunday, officers said. Sandeep Lohar, 36, was part of an inter-state gang linked to the murder of at least four truck drivers, police said on Monday. Police said Lohar, who hailed from Haryana, was injured in an exchange of fire and died during treatment at a hospital. He was wanted in a Rs 4 crore robbery in Kanpur. Police had declared a Rs 1 lakh bounty on his arrest. Police said that they had been tracking Lohar for a while and a team was formed under Additional Superintendent of Police Raj Kumar Mishra to apprehend him. 'On Sunday, a Noida STF team was conducting checks in Baghpat when they were alerted that Lohar would soon reach an area to carry out a loot. The STF informed the Baghpat police and a joint team reached the spot, They spotted two men on a motorcycle approaching them. We asked them to stop but in a bid to escape, they opened fire on the police team,' said the officer. 'The police team returned fire, resulting in injuries to Lohar. He was immediately taken to a hospital for treatment, where doctors declared him dead,' read a statement issued by the STF. The other person managed to flee, police sources said. Police said Lohar had over 16 cases registered against him across Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Haryana. 'These included the murder of four truck drivers. He was involved in highway robberies and his modus operandi involved targeting trucks carrying valuable goods. The gang would kill the drivers before fleeing in the truck,' said a police officer.
Time of India
30-06-2025
- Time of India
Four women, 1 man accused of cheating 20 homebuyers of Rs 46 lakh in Pimpri
Pune: The Pimpri police have registered a case against four women and their male accomplice on the charge of duping 20 people of Rs 46 lakh under the pretext of helping them secure houses at cheap rates. The accused duped their victims between July 2024 and May this year. A 35-year-old woman lodged a complaint with the Pimpri police on Saturday. The woman said in her complaint that the suspects contacted her last July, claiming that they worked at PMRDA, according to assistant inspector Anil Lohar of the Pimpri police. "The accused women told her they could help her secure a house at a cheap rate through PMRDA. They told the complainant that there were some houses that had been allotted to people who refused to accept them," Lohar told TOI. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune The suspects gave the complainant a form to fill up with all her details, and then took money from her. "By using the same modus, the gang collected Rs 46 lakh from at least 20 people," the officer said. W by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trending in in 2025: Local network access control [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo hen the complainant realised the application form was fake, she began pursuing the accused for her money. She approached police when that proved futile. "So far, we have received complaints from 20 people," Lohar said. Preliminary probe revealed that a case of cheating had been registered against them in Pimpri Chinchwad in the past too. "We are searching for them," Lohar said. Pune: The Pimpri police have registered a case against four women and their male accomplice on the charge of duping 20 people of Rs 46 lakh under the pretext of helping them secure houses at cheap rates. The accused duped their victims between July 2024 and May this year. A 35-year-old woman lodged a complaint with the Pimpri police on Saturday. The woman said in her complaint that the suspects contacted her last July, claiming that they worked at PMRDA, according to assistant inspector Anil Lohar of the Pimpri police. "The accused women told her they could help her secure a house at a cheap rate through PMRDA. They told the complainant that there were some houses that had been allotted to people who refused to accept them," Lohar told TOI. The suspects gave the complainant a form to fill up with all her details, and then took money from her. "By using the same modus, the gang collected Rs 46 lakh from at least 20 people," the officer said. When the complainant realised the application form was fake, she began pursuing the accused for her money. She approached police when that proved futile. "So far, we have received complaints from 20 people," Lohar said. Preliminary probe revealed that a case of cheating had been registered against them in Pimpri Chinchwad in the past too. "We are searching for them," Lohar said.
Mint
27-06-2025
- Business
- Mint
Meet the Jury Behind the Kyndryl Finnovate Hackathon
The Kyndryl Finnovate Hackathon, hosted by Mint and supported by Bhashini, is designed to inspire scalable and impactful solutions to India's most urgent banking challenges. The hackathon is now entering its pivotal Ideation and Prototype phases. With problem statements that ensure real world viability—multilingual capabilities, digitisation of documents, conversational AI—this is not a typical tech sprint. It is an impact platform for startups, independent software vendors, and fintech professionals to solve real complexities of operational bottlenecks. Guiding this transformation are four outstanding jury members — each with a proven track record of reimagining financial services in India and beyond. Their expertise spans blockchain, AI, regulatory tech, core banking, and large-scale digital transformation. As the hackathon advances, these leaders are now set to evaluate ideas, assess prototypes, and elevate India's next wave of banking innovation. Prasanna Lohar — CEO, Block Stack | Ex-Chief Innovation Officer, DCB Bank With over two decades in financial services, Prasanna Lohar is one of India's most influential voices in digital transformation. Having led innovation at DCB Bank and now helming Block Stack, Lohar specialises in decentralised architecture, API banking, and the integration of blockchain and AI into everyday banking systems. His deep understanding of strategy execution, coupled with his role as an advisor to government and fintech ecosystems, positions him to critically evaluate ideas with the potential to scale and integrate within existing infrastructures. From architecture orchestration to regulatory alignment, Lohar's focus on 'innovation with impact' makes him an ideal juror for both early-stage ideas and functional prototypes. Anuj Srivastava — Co-Founder & CEO, OnFinance AI | Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia A BITS Pilani alum and a Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia honouree, Anuj Srivastava is redefining the use of large language models in the financial sector. As CEO of OnFinance AI, Srivastava leads the development of NeoGPT, a foundational vertical LLM for BFSI applications. With NeoGPT, firms can access AI-driven copilots that streamline research, compliance, and customer relationship management. His past associations include global financial heavyweights such as Barclays, HSBC, Credit Suisse, and AT&T. At Finnovate, Srivastava brings to the jury a keen eye for efficiency, AI feasibility, and product-market fit, especially in data-intensive problem statements like FS LLMs and compliance automation. Ananth Nagaraj — Founder, & As founder of Ananth Nagaraj is pioneering generative voice AI that bridges the gap between human experience and enterprise operations. His firm, trusted by 200+ global clients, has delivered multilingual speech-to-text and agentic AI solutions that radically improve customer engagement. Nagaraj is deeply invested in building scalable, multilingual CX platforms for BFSI clients. At Finnovate, his insights are particularly relevant to problem statements around breaking language barriers and developing virtual assistants. With experience in both deep-tech IP and customer-first design, he offers the perfect blend of technical rigour and empathy-driven innovation. Jayakrishnan Rajagopalan — Enterprise Architect, Kyndryl | ULI Architect, RBIH Jayakrishnan Rajagopalan is a strategist and design thinker with a clear vision: to reduce friction in India's lending ecosystem through smarter, modular digital products. Currently at Kyndryl, he leads architecture for GenAI platforms across BFSI and government sectors. Jayakrishnan's most prominent work includes designing and scaling the Unified Lending Interface (ULI) for the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub, a platform that enables seamless digital access to lending products like MSME and dairy loans. His participation on the jury reflects Finnovate's commitment to building solutions that are not only innovative but truly inclusive. He will be pivotal in evaluating ideas focused on public platforms, cloud-native architecture, and lending automation. What the Jury Will Evaluate Each stage of the hackathon requires a distinct lens. In the Ideation Round, jury members will assess: Relevance to one of the five published problem statements Innovation and originality Feasibility within the Indian BFSI ecosystem Alignment with user needs, especially underserved or non-English-speaking customers In the Prototype Round, the focus shifts to: Working models or early demos of the proposed solution Technical stability and architecture Practical integration with banking systems or public APIs Scope for real-world deployment in regulated environments With their combined knowledge, the jury offers holistic evaluation, from deep-tech design to user behaviour, from pilot readiness to long-term ecosystem impact. Presented by: Kyndryl Hosted by: Mint Supported by: Bhashini Eligible Teams: 2–4 members; must be employed with a startup or ISV in the BFSI space AI-powered multilingual banking interfaces Document digitisation using OCR and automation Virtual agents and intelligent assistants Unified Lending Interface (ULI) models BFSI-specific LLM development Rules at a Glance: Strictly for working professionals All submissions must be original and completed within the hackathon period No use of AI-generated or pre-written code Submission deadlines are final Participants must adhere to a code of conduct throughout Finnovate Hackathon offers a platform where innovation is evaluated by how deeply it understands the Indian banking consumer — their languages, challenges, and goals. The jury assembled for this year's hackathon reflects that ethos. Each member brings clarity of purpose, decades of experience, and a strong commitment to building technologies that are secure, scalable, and socially relevant. For participants, this is a rare chance to have their ideas reviewed and possibly mentored by those actively shaping the future of finance. And for the industry at large, the Finnovate Hackathon is another step towards bridging the gap between technology and inclusion. Stay tuned as we enter the most exciting stage of the hackathon — where ideas turn into impact. Note to the Reader: This article has been produced on behalf of the brand by HT Brand Studio and does not have journalistic/editorial involvement of Hindustan Times.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Dragon Actress Kayadu Lohar Allegedly Paid Rs 35 Lakh By Tasmac Scam Accused, Reveals ED
Last Updated: Actress Kayadu Lohar is under the Enforcement Directorate's scanner for allegedly accepting ₹35 lakh from individuals involved in the ₹1000 crore Tasmac scam. Actress Kayadu Lohar, who recently shot to fame in the Tamil film industry with the success of her 2025 fantasy-action film Dragon, has found herself under intense scrutiny after being linked to the ongoing TASMAC scam. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is reportedly investigating her alleged financial association with individuals accused in the massive liquor scam that has rocked Tamil Nadu. According to reports, ED officials uncovered that Lohar was allegedly paid ₹35 lakh by key figures associated with the scam to attend high-profile night parties, which are now under investigation for being possible fronts for money laundering and influence brokering. Multiple ED raids across Tamil Nadu as part of their probe into corruption and embezzlement linked to TASMAC—the state-run liquor distribution network—revealed financial trails leading to celebrities. Lohar's name surfaced during the questioning of key suspects, and although she has not yet been officially summoned or charged, officials confirmed that her financial transactions are being scrutinised. Sources close to the investigation have claimed that the payments were made under the guise of party appearances, but may have had deeper implications. So far, the actress has not made any public statements regarding the allegations. Kayadu Lohar, originally from Tezpur, Assam, began her acting career in 2021 with the Kannada film Mugilpete. She later featured in Malayalam films such as Pathonpatham Noottandu and Oru Jaathi Jaathakam, the Telugu movie Alluri, and even appeared in the Marathi film I Prem U. Her breakthrough came with Dragon, where she played the character Pallavi opposite Pradeep, Anupama Parameswaran, and Mysskin. Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, the film received both commercial and critical acclaim and catapulted her to stardom. She is now gearing up for her next big release, STR49, alongside Silambarasan, a project already generating buzz in the industry. The TASMAC scam has become one of Tamil Nadu's largest political and financial scandals in recent history. It involves allegations of illegal liquor sales, inflated billing, and large-scale kickbacks within the state's official alcohol sales network. Investigators believe that over ₹1000 crore has been siphoned off, and several politicians, bureaucrats, and contractors have already been implicated. With Lohar's name now reportedly associated with those under ED scrutiny, the scandal has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, raising serious concerns about the growing intersection of celebrity culture and corruption. While there is no official word yet from Lohar's legal team or representatives, the development has sparked widespread discussion on social media and in film circles. Supporters of the actress hope she will address the matter soon, while critics have called for transparency and accountability. As the investigation deepens, it remains to be seen how these allegations will impact her rising career, which, until now, was seen as a beacon of promise in the South Indian film industry. The actress continues to remain silent amid the swirling speculation, and fans await either a clarification or legal update. For now, Kayadu Lohar is the first celebrity to be associated with the high-profile TASMAC scam, and whether her involvement is proven or not, her name being linked to such a controversy is bound to cast a shadow over her future projects. In the coming weeks, more details are expected to emerge as the ED proceeds with the next phase of its investigation. First Published: May 22, 2025, 15:05 IST
