Hoax bomb threat triggers security checks at Bengaluru Airport
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Bengaluru (PTI): The Kempegowda International Airport was subjected to heightened security protocols after a hoax bomb threat was received by the airport security force, police sources said on Thursday.
According to sources, the email, sent on Wednesday night in the name of a terrorist, warned of two bombs being planted--one as part of "Plan A" and a backup under "Plan B" in case the first one failed.
It also claimed that an explosive device had been placed inside a pipeline in the airport toilet.
Security agencies conducted a comprehensive inspection of the premises. After detailed checks, officials confirmed that no explosives were found and termed the threat a hoax.
A case has been registered against the sender of the email IDs used to send the threat, and a formal investigation is underway.
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Man killed in flat ceiling plaster crash, wife and son hurt
Thane (PTI): A 45-year-old man was killed, and his wife and son were injured when a portion of plaster from the ceiling collapsed in their flat in a seven-storey building in Thane on Saturday, officials said.
Chief of the Regional Disaster Management Cell, Yasin Tadvi, said the 16-year-old building is not listed in the "dangerous" category.
"The incident occurred in Karumdev Society at about 3 am. The plaster of the hall in a flat on the terrace floor suddenly fell while the occupants were asleep", he said.
Of the four people who were inside the room, two suffered minor injuries and were discharged after primary treatment, Tadvi stated.
The injured persons were identified as Arpita More (42), who suffered minor head injuries, and her son Arush More (16), who sustained injuries to both legs.
Manoj More (45), who sustained chest injuries, died during treatment at a private hospital.
