The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence detained Sandalwood actor Ranya Rao at the Kempegowda International Airport for gold smuggling, seizing nearly 15kg of gold. Additional searches uncovered gold ornaments and cash at her residence. Ranya’s connection to a smuggling syndicate is under investigation. Her father, DGP Rao, claims ignorance of her activities. Bail decision pending.

Rana has appealed his extradition to India, claiming that he will be tortured based on his Pakistan origin. Trump had earlier confirmed his extradition during PM Modi’s visit.

The ED claims it has evidence to show that SDPI was receiving funds through hawala channels using sources of PFI—an unlawful organisation