Case registered over website impersonating Mangaluru police for online gambling
Mangaluru (Karnataka) (PTI): A case was registered after a website impersonating the city police was used to cheat people through online gambling, officials said on Friday.
The case came to light when personnel from the Cyber, Economic, and Narcotics (CEN) police station noticed a suspicious website during routine monitoring, they added.
On verification, it was found that unidentified individuals had created a portal using the name and identity of the city police, raising concerns over potential misuse for fraudulent purposes, they further said.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the fake platform was being used to lure individuals, particularly those unfamiliar with cyber risks, into online betting and gaming schemes, a senior police officer said.
Victims were reportedly persuaded to deposit money with promises of attractive returns, after which the funds were siphoned off, he said.
Police suspect the accused used the department’s name to make the website appear legitimate and win users’ trust.
"The misuse of official identity appears to have played a key role in convincing victims to engage with the platform," officials said.
A case has been registered against unknown persons, and efforts are underway to trace those responsible for creating and operating the fraudulent website.
Technical analysis of the domain and transaction trails is also being conducted as part of the investigation, police said.
Authorities have cautioned the public to remain vigilant while accessing websites and to rely only on verified official platforms.
Citizens are also advised to avoid links or schemes promising quick financial gains, as such offers are often used as bait in cyber fraud cases.
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B’luru: Prof Muralidhar Deshpande calls Muslim student ‘terrorist’ 13 times during class;Video viral
Bengaluru: A minute-long video is being widely shared on social media showing a classroom incident purportedly from PES University, Bengaluru, where a professor is allegedly seen calling a Muslim student a “terrorist” multiple times. According to claims circulating online, the professor identified as Dr. Muralidhar Deshpande repeated his remark caling the Muslim student a terrorist 13 times during the class on Friday, March 27.
Following the circulation of the video, fresh developments have emerged. PES University has suspended the professor pending a detailed enquiry. This was confirmed through an official document accessed by Vartha Bharati.
The document dated March 27 states, “A case of student complaint has been received. Pending a detailed enquiry into the matter, you are kept under suspension with immediate effect.” The order has been signed by the Vice Chancellor of the university. However, the document does not mention the nature of the incident or provide any further details.
Mohammed Haiyan, PR Secretary of Students Islamic Organisation of India (SIO), speaking to Vartha Bharati over a phone call, condemned the incident. He said the incident took place at the Electronic City campus of the university.
He added that they are demanding that an FIR be registered against the professor. He also said that the NSUI has already registered an NCR with the local police. However, an FIR has not been registered so far in connection with the case.
A report by The Observer Post has made several additional claims regarding the incident. It stated:
“In PES University, Bengaluru, a professor allegedly verbally abused a Muslim student named Affan in class. Dr. Muralidhar Deshpande reportedly called him a "terrorist" 13 times and said, "Iran war happened because of people like you," "Trump will take you away," and "You are idiots, you will go to hell." These remarks were made in front of around 60 students, creating a humiliating environment. CCTV footage that could have been evidence was allegedly deleted, raising concerns about accountability. Some students who supported Affan were reportedly suspended for "talking during class." The professor later apologized to the college but not directly to Affan, while the department head allegedly pressured him further.”
However, Vartha Bharati could not independently verify all of these claims mentioned in the report.
Vartha Bharati has sent an email to the university and Dr. Muralidhar Deshpande seeking clarification on the incident and the action taken. A response is awaited. The story will be updated once an official reply is received.
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A viral video is being reported from PES University, where a Muslim student was allegedly called a “terrorist” repeatedly not by a troll, but by a professor.
Imagine being labeled this way in front of 60 students by someone entrusted with… pic.twitter.com/aNObuWnH9e
