Arrest warrant issued against former cricketer Robin Uthappa over EPF fraud
Bengaluru: An arrest warrant has been issued against former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa in connection with alleged Employee Provident Fund (EPF) fraud.
The warrant, issued by Shadakshara Gopal Reddy, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-II and Recovery Officer of KR Puram in Bengaluru, pertains to a pending recovery of ₹23.36 lakh. Uthappa is reportedly a director of Centaurus Lifestyle Brands Pvt. Ltd., which has been identified as the defaulter.
In his order, Reddy highlighted that the non-remittance of dues had hindered the settlement of Provident Fund accounts for workers. The Pulakeshinagar police have been instructed to execute the warrant and return it by December 27.
The order further states that the warrant will be nullified if Uthappa clears the outstanding dues.
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US–Iran first round direct talks conclude in Islamabad: Report
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The first round of direct talks between the United States and Iran, held in Islamabad, has concluded, Al Jazeera reported citing sources close to the development.
According to the report, following the discussions, delegations from both sides agreed to exchange written documents, a move aimed at ensuring clarity and consensus on the understandings reached during the meeting.
Both the Iranian and US delegations arrived in Islamabad on Saturday, April 11, amid high security for the peace talks.
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