Fake currency with Rs 7.5 lakh face value seized, 1 held
New Delhi, Aug 11: The Delhi Police on Saturday said they have seized fake currency with a face value of Rs 7.5 lakh, routed from Bangladesh into India from a person who had been smuggling and circulating counterfeit Indian currency for the last 12 years.
The accused, Deepak Mandal, 30, hailing from West Bengal, was arrested from Delhi's Khanpur area on Thursday night when he was about to deliver 375 fake notes of Rs 2,000 to one of his contacts here, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Special Cell, P.K. Kushwah said, adding a case under relevant sections of the law has been registered.
"He used to regularly receive consignments from a person from West Bengal's Malda district, and had been supplying fake notes to several people in Delhi and the National Capital Region, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra among other states.
"He has already supplied fake notes of Rs 2 crore in Delhi and the adjoining states during the last one year," the officer said.
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NRI Kannadiga community should achieve greater accomplishments: Dr. Arathi Krishna
Bahrain: Dr. Arathi Krishna, Vice President of the Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Forum, Government of Karnataka, participated as the Guest of Honour at the prestigious Global Women’s Economic Forum and Exhibition held on January 13, 2025 in Bahrain.
The international event, known for its pivotal role in empowering women entrepreneurs and professionals, provided a unique platform for showcasing business innovations and fostering leadership among women.
During the event, Dr. Krishna emphasized the significance of women’s contributions to entrepreneurship and technological advancements. She noted that the forum's dynamic workshops, panel discussions, and expert speeches offered specialized insights into innovative practices, financial management, and the adoption of new technologies. These knowledge-sharing opportunities are designed to support emerging women entrepreneurs, enabling them to thrive in a competitive global marketplace.
Highlighting the transformative power of such initiatives, Dr. Krishna remarked on the growing achievements of women entrepreneurs in traditionally male-dominated sectors. She acknowledged that the event not only celebrated success stories from across the globe but also inspired young women to pursue entrepreneurship and leadership roles. The participation of women-led businesses from diverse nations underscored the universal nature of entrepreneurial spirit and innovation.
Dr. Krishna also engaged in thoughtful discussions with successful women leaders and interacted with representatives of various Kannada associations in Bahrain. She reiterated her appeal to the global NRI Kannada community to strive for excellence and greater accomplishments in their respective fields.
