Hoax bomb threat triggers checks at Kerala CM''s residence, pvt bank
Thiruvananthapuram (PTI): Checks were carried out at Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's official residence and at a private bank in Palayam here on Monday after an email claimed that bombs were placed at both locations, police said.
Police said the search was launched the CM's residence Cliff House, after his private secretary received the e-mail making the threat.
A dog squad and bomb detection team were pressed into service.
Later, it was confirmed to be a hoax.
Police officials said similar emails claiming explosives at the CM's residence have been received multiple times in the past.
In all these emails, the sender mentioned political developments in Tamil Nadu and cases registered there, they said.
A case has been registered, and an investigation is underway.
An official said the emails were sent using dark web applications, making it difficult to trace the accused.
However, as a precautionary measure, checks are conducted whenever such emails are received, the official added.
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VHP warns of statewide stir in Karnataka against move to ease cattle transport law
Udupi (Karnataka) (PTI): The VHP on Saturday demanded the immediate withdrawal of a proposed amendment to the Karnataka Prevention of Slaughter and Preservation of Cattle Act, 2020, accusing the state government of weakening a law that has deterred illegal cattle transport.
The organisation's Go Raksha Wing, Karnataka South, has also announced district-level protests on December 8.
According to officials, the existing law mandates a bank guarantee for securing the release of vehicles seized for alleged illegal cattle transportation.
On December 4, the state Cabinet proposed an amendment enabling the release of such vehicles on an indemnity bond instead.
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Addressing reporters in Udupi, VHP leader and Prantha Goraksha Pramukh Sunil K R, said the government's move amounted to "sympathy for cattle lifters" and claimed that it was part of broader actions "targeting Hindus".
He argued that the law in its current form is stringent and has played a crucial role in reducing incidents of illegal cattle transport and theft.
Under the Act, vehicles involved in offences can be surrendered and, upon conviction, permanently seized by authorities. "Diluting these provisions will embolden offenders," Sunil said.
The VHP leader warned that easing the process of vehicle release would not only encourage violators but also result in rising cruelty against cattle.
Sunil further claimed that the strict enforcement of the 2020 law had brought down cases of cattle-related offences significantly. Rolling back these provisions, he said, could reverse those gains and would lead to an increase in illegal transport.
He reiterated that the government must reconsider its decision and preserve the integrity of the existing law.
