The Sri Lanka Navy and the Coast Guard have apprehended 02 suspects attempting to smuggle 6.865 kilos of gold into the country. 

The suspects were arrested in a coordinated operation conducted in the territorial waters off Kankesanthurai, Jaffna, on Monday (09), based on a tip-off.

The arrested suspects have been identified as residents of Madagal, Jaffna, aged 41 and 49. 

The 02 suspects, the seized gold and the dinghy have been handed over to the Customs Sub-Preventive Office, Kankasanthurei, Jaffna, for legal action. (Newswire)

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In a recent development, Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested for her involvement in a gold smuggling operation after she was caught red-handed attempting to smuggle 14 kilograms of gold. During police interrogation, Ranya made several crucial revelations, including details about an international syndicate of women involved in gold smuggling.

Ranya confessed that she was a part of this smuggling network, which operates across borders and involves multiple women. This group is believed to be operating on an international scale, with some public servants also allegedly linked to the syndicate. The police are now on the lookout for other members involved in this illicit activity.

CBI joins investigation

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) had previously acted on a tip-off, leading to Ranya’s arrest as she was returning from Dubai. During a subsequent search at her residence, law enforcement officials seized millions of rupees worth of jewelry. Following Ranya’s statements, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has now taken charge of the case. They are closely investigating the syndicate’s operations and are working to uncover other members involved in the international gold smuggling network.

Background of Ranya Rao

Ranya Rao, a former Kannada film actress, has starred in several movies. Recently, her name has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Interestingly, Ranya’s father is an IPS officer, though not her biological father, but a step-parent. This connection has only added to the complexity of the case, as Ranya now faces severe legal scrutiny.

Currently under police custody, Ranya is being interrogated to uncover further details about the smuggling ring. The CBI is intensifying its efforts to expose the full extent of this international women-led gold smuggling syndicate. Updates on the investigation are expected soon, as authorities continue to make headway in this high-profile case. (India TV)

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The parliamentary services of All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) MP Ali Sabri Raheem has been suspended for a period of 01 month from today.

Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapakshe informed the Parliament today that MP Ali Sabri Raheem has been suspended from Parliament following the recommendations of the Committee on Ethics and Privileges.

A resolution proposing the suspension of the Puttalam District MP from parliamentary proceedings was approved by the MPs during today’s proceedings.

The move comes after MP Raheem was detained by Sri Lanka Customs officials with undeclared gold and electronic equipment upon his arrival at the Katunayake Airport from Dubai in May last year.

MP Ali Sabri Raheem was found to be in possession of undeclared gold, weighing over 3 kilograms, which was valued at Rs. 74 million and 91 smartphones, which were in his luggage, valued at more than Rs. 4.2 million.

The MP was fined Rs. 7.5 million and released on payment of same while the undeclared gold and mobile phones were confiscated. (NewsWire)

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