SIT raids 18 locations in Hassan in connection with Prajwal Revanna sex scandal
Hassan: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) conducted raids at 18 locations in Hassan city from May 14 to May 15 early morning, as part of their investigation into the sex scandal involving MP Prajwal Revanna.
The raids, which lasted until 3:30 am on Wednesday, targeted various individuals allegedly linked to the case. Among the places searched were the residence of Quality Bar owner Sharath, along with properties associated with individuals such as Puneeth, HP Kiran who are reportedly related to Hasan's ex-MLA Preethangowda, Congress workers Puttaraju and Naveen Gowda, as well as several others, including Prajwal Revanna’s former driver Karthik, Shashi and Chetangowda.
During the operation, the SIT seized the Iphone of Quality Bar’s Sharath. However, the investigation report stated that no significant documents or electronic items relevant to the case were found during the search.
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Sexual harassment allegations rock Italian cricket
New Delhi (PTI): Days after making a historic debut at the T20 World Cup, Italy cricket has been rocked by sexual harassment allegations by a women's team player against women's cricket co-ordinator Prabath Ekneligoda, who has been suspended by the nation's cricket board, the Federazione Cricket Italiana (FCRI) informed.
According to a statement released by FCRI, the allegations are the subject of an investigation by the federal prosecutor.
"The Federation confirms that, during 2025, the President of the federation acting within her institutional responsibilities and with the full safeguarding of the athletes and other parties involved in mind, ordered the immediate precautionary suspension of the individual concerned from all federal duties and activities," ESPN Cricinfo quoted the the board as saying in a statement.
"This measure was adopted pending a thorough and definitive assessment of the circumstances. The decision was taken as a prudent and responsible step, aimed at preventing any undue speculation, preserving the integrity of the sporting environment, and ensuring that any fact-finding takes place in the appropriate forums, with full respect for personal dignity, due process and the presumption of innocence."
According to reports, Ekneligoda's lawyer has denied the allegations, claiming "ulterior motives" were behind them.
FCRI media manager Rakbir Hasan confirmed to the website that Ekneligoda had travelled with the board president Maria Lorena Haz Paz at the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka but didn't have any official duties.
"It is further noted that proceedings are currently under way before the Federal Prosecutor's Office, which is responsible for carrying out the assessments and investigations provided under sporting regulations," the FCRI said.
