Bengaluru: SIT seizes revolvers, gold and diamonds worth 11 crores in raids at IMA Jewels showrooms
Bengaluru: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the alleged fraud and cheating case of IMA Group of Companies involving thousands of crores rupees on Tuesday raided several branches of IMA Jewels in the city.
The police said that it seized 41 kg of jewellery worth Rs 11.34 crore, precious gems and diamonds, cash Rs. over five lakh, 32 revolvers, 58 bullets and documents pertaining to several properties during the raid at the IMA branches in Shivajinagar of Bengaluru.
The police on Monday had also assured owner of the company Mansoor Khan to protect his life if he surrenders to the investigating team. The assurance from the department came a day after Khan in a video released on YouTube offered to return to India and surrender if his life was protected by those plotting to kill him.
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Eid celebrated with fervour across Karnataka
Bengaluru (PTI): Eid-ul-Fitr was celebrated with religious fervour and gaiety across Karnataka on Saturday, with thousands of people offering special prayers at mosques and Eidgahs, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
In Bengaluru and other major cities, people gathered in large numbers early in the morning to offer namaz, exchanged greetings of "Eid Mubarak", and visited relatives and friends. Markets wore a festive look, with brisk business reported in garments, sweets, and accessories in the run-up to the festival.
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, in his message, said, "May this Eid ul-Fitr bring joy, peace, and prosperity to all our citizens celebrating around the nation. As Ramadan month concludes, let us continue to cherish the values of compassion, generosity, and unity. Eid Mubarak to everyone!"
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who participated in a mass prayer programme, extended greetings to the Muslim community and underscored the importance of harmony and compassion.
"Praying for the welfare of humanity is essential," he said.
"Praying for the well-being of humankind is essential, and people should live with mutual love and trust, guided by humanity. India is a country of diverse religions and cultures, and in a nation marked by unity in diversity, everyone must live together harmoniously. No religion preaches hatred; all religions advocate love," the chief minister added.
Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, in a message posted on 'X', said, "May this Eid bring happiness and prosperity. Eid Mubarak!" Festive meals, including traditional delicacies such as Seviyan (vermicelli) and Biryani, were prepared in households, while charitable acts and distribution of food and alms marked the spirit of the festival across the state.
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