Mangaluru: The Konaje police have arrested six persons in connection with illegally transporting sand and seized six trucks and sand.

 The operation was carried out at 3:30 am on November 25 and 26. The Konaje police have seized six lorries carrying sand illegally at Talapadi Tolgate in Ullal police station limits.

 The total value of the seized assets has been estimated to be worth Rs 1.25 crore.

 AC Rama Rao of Mangalore South sub-division, Konaje police inspector Ravi Naik, constables Ashok Kumar, and driver Jnyanaprakash participated in the operation.

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Dubai/Abu Dhabi: Residents and visitors across the United Arab Emirates received a fresh emergency alert on their mobile phones stating that the situation in the country is currently safe.

The message, issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI), thanked people for their cooperation and reassured them that conditions were stable.

“Thank you for your cooperation. We reassure you that the situation is currently safe. You may resume your normal activities while continuing to remain cautious and take the necessary precautions, and to follow official instructions. (MOI),” the alert read.

The notification was sent in both Arabic and English through the country’s emergency alert system.

The advisory comes after earlier alerts warning of potential missile threats amid rising regional tensions. Authorities have urged the public to stay cautious and follow official guidance.