Special court rejects bail plea of Telugu actor Tarun Raju, A2 in Ranya Rao case
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Special court rejects bail plea of Telugu actor Tarun Raju, A2 in Ranya Rao case

Hindustan Times  

BENGALURU: A special Bengaluru court on Wednesday rejected a bail application filed by Telugu actor Tarun Konduru Raju who was arrested on March 10 in connection with the gold smuggling case against his friend and co-accused, Kannada actor Ranya Rao. Actor Tarun Raju was arrested on March 10, a week after Ranya Rao’s arrest on March 3 Judge Vishwanath C Gowdar, who dismissed Raju’s bail plea, noted that Raju was alleged to have helped Rao smuggle large quantities of gold from Dubai to India in breach of the Customs Act. The DRI, which had opposed Tarun Raju’s bail application, had argued that Raju could flee the country if he was released on bail and that he did try to leave the country when Ranya Rao was caught. In its order on Wednesday, the special court noted that Raju was accused of making 25 or 26 day trips to Dubai, and that it was likely that the trips were made to smuggle gold.

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Court rejects Telugu actor Raju’s bail plea in gold smuggling case
1 day, 22 hours ago

Court rejects Telugu actor Raju’s bail plea in gold smuggling case

Hindustan Times  

A special Bengaluru court on Wednesday rejected the bail application filed by Telugu actor Tarun Konduru Raju who was arrested on March 10 in connection with the gold smuggling case against his friend and co-accused, Kannada actor Ranya Rao. On March 14, judge refused bail to Ranya Rao after noting that the investigation in the case was ongoing and the …

Ranya Rao case: Special court rejects Tarun Raju’s bail plea
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2 days, 10 hours ago

Ranya Rao case: Special court rejects Tarun Raju’s bail plea

The Hindu  

The Special Court of Economic Offences on Wednesday rejected the bail application of Tarun Raju, arrested by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence in the gold smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao. Judge Vishwanath Channabasappa Gowdar rejected the bail application filed by Tarun, 30, named accused two in the case after considering the objection of DRI that granting him bail …

Ranya Rao helped co-accused Tarun Raj purchase Hyderabad flight tickets to smuggle gold: DRI
2 days, 19 hours ago

Ranya Rao helped co-accused Tarun Raj purchase Hyderabad flight tickets to smuggle gold: DRI

Hindustan Times  

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence told a session court that Kannada actor Ranya Rao helped Tarun Raju, the co-accused in the alleged gold smuggling case, by transferring money to help him purchase flight tickers to smuggle gold, News18 reported. Kannada film actor Ranya Rao was arrested in one of the largest gold seizures at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport. According to …

Ranya, actor friend visited Dubai to smuggle gold: DRI
3 days ago

Ranya, actor friend visited Dubai to smuggle gold: DRI

Hindustan Times  

There was a clear nexus between Kannada actress Ranya Rao and her Telugu actor friend Tarun Konduru Raju, both arrested in a gold smuggling case, the directorate of revenue and intelligence informed a special court in Bengaluru on Tuesday, adding that the duo travelled together on several occasions over the last two years. Ranya Rao Rao, stepdaughter of IPS officer …

Police case against BJP MLA for vulgar remarks on actor Ranya Rao
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3 days, 1 hour ago

Police case against BJP MLA for vulgar remarks on actor Ranya Rao

Hindustan Times  

BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal was booked on Tuesday for making derogatory remarks about Kannada actress Ranya Rao, who was recently arrested in a gold smuggling case, news agency PTI reported. Cops suspects Ranya Rao was part of a larger gold smuggling network. Yatnal has landed in trouble for his vulgar remark on Ranya Rao, alleging that she "hid gold …

Ranya Rao took 52 trips to Dubai, 26 with actor friend Tarun Raju: Report
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3 days, 13 hours ago

Ranya Rao took 52 trips to Dubai, 26 with actor friend Tarun Raju: Report

Hindustan Times  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who has been arrested in connection with a gold scam case, took at least 26 round trips to Dubai with actor friend Tarun Raju during which they smuggled gold, Directorate of Revenue Intelligence officials told the court on Tuesday. Both Ranya Rao and Tarun Raju have been charged under the Customs Act and the Prevention of …

45 single-day Dubai trips, multiple businesses: Probe into Ranya Rao case deepens
4 days, 2 hours ago

45 single-day Dubai trips, multiple businesses: Probe into Ranya Rao case deepens

India Today  

It has been 15 days since Kannada actor Ranya Rao was arrested with over 14 kg of gold at Bengaluru airport. FREQUENT DUBAI TRIPS RAISE ALARM Authorities found that Ranya Rao travelled to Dubai 52 times between 2023 and 2025, with 45 of them being a single-day round trip. During the hearing, Raju’s legal team claimed that apart from allegations …

Case against Karnataka BJP MLA over vulgar remark against actor Ranya Rao
4 days, 2 hours ago

Case against Karnataka BJP MLA over vulgar remark against actor Ranya Rao

India Today  

An FIR was registered against BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal over his remarks against Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who was arrested in a high-profile gold smuggling case in Bengaluru earlier this month. On March 3, Ranya Rao, the stepdaughter of Karnataka DGP Ramchandra Rao, was arrested at Bengaluru airport with 14.2 kg of gold worth Rs 12.56 crore while returning …

26 Dubai round-trips with actor friend Tarun: New probe details in Ranya Rao case
4 days, 2 hours ago

26 Dubai round-trips with actor friend Tarun: New probe details in Ranya Rao case

India Today  

India’s top anti-smuggling agency has revealed fresh details about its investigation into the alleged gold smuggling case involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, during a court proceeding on Tuesday, claimed to have evidence that Rao and her friend Tarun Raju made 26 trips to Dubai during which they smuggled gold. Raju was arrested soon after Ranya …

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Step- father DGP Ramachandra Rao questioned by police
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4 days, 9 hours ago

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Step- father DGP Ramachandra Rao questioned by police

Live Mint  

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Kannada actress Ranya Rao's step father, DGP Ramachandra Rao, was questioned on Monday in the gold smuggling case. Ranya Rao is the stepdaughter of K Ramachandra Rao, a DGP-ranked police officer who, until recently, served as Chairman and Managing Director of the Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. Bail plea of Ranya …

She hid gold wherever…: BJP MLA's vulgar remark against Ranya Rao
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5 days, 2 hours ago

She hid gold wherever…: BJP MLA's vulgar remark against Ranya Rao

India Today  

Karnataka BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal has made a crude remark against Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who was arrested in a high-profile gold smuggling case, alleging that she had concealed the gold "wherever she had holes". Seeking strong action in the gold smuggling case, while speaking to the media, the Bijapur City MLA said, "She had gold all over her …

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: DGP Ramachandra Rao sent on compulsory leave
6 days, 10 hours ago

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: DGP Ramachandra Rao sent on compulsory leave

The Hindu  

K. Ramachandra Rao, Director-General of Police, Karnataka State Police Housing Corporation and stepfather of actor Ranya Rao, was sent on compulsory leave from Saturday. Ranya Rao was arrested by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence after she was caught smuggling 14.2 kg of gold at Kempegowda International Airport on March 3. The inquiry committee, headed by Additional Chief Secretary Gaurav Gupta …

Ranya Rao’s Stepfather, Karnataka DGP K Ramachandra Rao, Sent On Compulsory Leave Amid Gold Smuggling Probe
6 days, 11 hours ago

Ranya Rao’s Stepfather, Karnataka DGP K Ramachandra Rao, Sent On Compulsory Leave Amid Gold Smuggling Probe

ABP News  

Karnataka Director General of Police K Ramachandra Rao has been sent on compulsory leave, weeks after his stepdaughter, Kannada actor Harshavardhini Ranya, also known as Ranya Rao, was arrested in a gold smuggling case. According to news agency ANI, an official order stated that Additional Director General of Police KV Sharath Chandra, who currently handles recruitment, has been given concurrent …

Ranya Rao's DGP stepfather sent on ‘compulsory leave’ with immediate effect
6 days, 11 hours ago

Ranya Rao's DGP stepfather sent on ‘compulsory leave’ with immediate effect

Hindustan Times  

Ramachandra Rao, the DGP step-father of actor Ranya Rao, who was recently arrested in connection with a gold smuggling case, has been sent on “compulsory leave” with immediate effect, the Karnataka government announced in a circular. KV Sharath Chandra, the Additional Director General of Police, has been appointed to concurrently serve as the Chairman & Managing Director of the Karnataka …

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Actor alleges torture in custody; was 'slapped 10-15 times'
6 days, 12 hours ago

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Actor alleges torture in custody; was 'slapped 10-15 times'

Hindustan Times  

In a fresh development from the gold smuggling case at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport, Kannada actor Ranya Rao has now alleged that she was subjected to torture during policy custody, saying she was slapped multiple times and denied food. ‘Physically assaulted, slapped 10-15 times’ As per Ranya Rao's allegations, she was also reportedly forced to sign blank papers by officials …

‘Slapped, Denied Food, Forced To Sign Papers’: Ranya Rao Alleges Custodial Assault In Gold Smuggling Case
6 days, 14 hours ago

‘Slapped, Denied Food, Forced To Sign Papers’: Ranya Rao Alleges Custodial Assault In Gold Smuggling Case

ABP News  

Kannada actress Ranya Rao, who is currently facing charges in a gold smuggling case, has alleged that the investigators from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence subjected her to physical assault, denied her food and forced her to sign blank documents during interrogation. In her complaint to the DRI, Rao described her interrogation experience as inhumane, alleging she was slapped multiple …

Ranya Rao's fresh bail plea in gold smuggling case after lower court setback
1 week ago

Ranya Rao's fresh bail plea in gold smuggling case after lower court setback

India Today  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao on Saturday filed a bail petition in the Sessions Court, a day after her request for bail was rejected by a lower court in the gold smuggling case. Ranya was arrested on March 3 at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport for allegedly attempting to smuggle 14.8 kilograms of gold, valued at Rs 12 crore, while returning from …

Bengaluru Court Denies Bail To Ranya Rao In Gold Smuggling Case
1 week ago

Bengaluru Court Denies Bail To Ranya Rao In Gold Smuggling Case

Live Law  

A court in Bengaluru on Friday refused to grant bail to Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who has been arrested in connection with the gold smuggling case. DRI had opposed the please contending that the gold smuggling case has international and hawala links, making it a matter of national security. Recently, a court in Bengaluru has passed an ex-parte temporary injunction …

How actor Ranya Rao avoided security checks before her arrest in gold smuggling case and who enabled it
1 week ago

How actor Ranya Rao avoided security checks before her arrest in gold smuggling case and who enabled it

Hindustan Times  

In a fresh turn of events, a police officer at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport has revealed that actor Ranya Rao was granted VIP protocol on multiple occasions at the behest of her stepfather, senior IPS officer DGP K Ramachandra Rao, reported Deccan Herald. Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested over alleged gold smuggling on Monday night while returning from Dubai …

Ranya Rao case: ED raids multiple locations in Bengaluru
1 week, 1 day ago

Ranya Rao case: ED raids multiple locations in Bengaluru

The Hindu  

The Directorate of Enforcement has joined the probe into the gold smuggling case involving Kannada film actor Ranya Rao, the stepdaughter of Director General of Police K. Ramachandra Rao. Ranya Rao was caught red-handed trying to smuggle 14.2 kg of gold at Kempegowda International Airport on March 3 by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence. Now, ED has joined the probe, …

How was Ranya Rao handed gold to smuggle to India? Actor reveals details
1 week, 1 day ago

How was Ranya Rao handed gold to smuggle to India? Actor reveals details

Hindustan Times  

Actor Ranya Rao, who was arrested for smuggling 14.2 kg of gold worth ₹12.56 crore, revealed how she was handed the contraband at Dubai International Airport before attempting to transport it to Bengaluru, reported NDTV. Kannada film actor Ranya Rao revealed she was directed by foreign callers to smuggle gold from Dubai to Bengaluru While being interrogated by the Directorate …

Ranya Rao Confesses to Gold Smuggling, DRI Memo Reveals Evidence
1 week, 1 day ago

Ranya Rao Confesses to Gold Smuggling, DRI Memo Reveals Evidence

Deccan Chronicle  

Actor Ranya Rao, who is in the custody of the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, revealed during interrogation that it was the first time she smuggled gold from Dubai. Rao, stepdaughter of Karnataka DGP K Ramachandra Rao, was arrested at Bengaluru airport while attempting to smuggle 14.2 kg of gold worth Rs 12.56 crore in the form of biscuits strapped to …

Ranya Rao case: Actor could be part of ‘coordinated gold smuggling syndicate’ operating from Dubai, says DRI
1 week, 1 day ago

Ranya Rao case: Actor could be part of ‘coordinated gold smuggling syndicate’ operating from Dubai, says DRI

Live Mint  

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence has informed a Karnataka court that actor Ranya Rao, arrested in a gold smuggling case, was part of a smuggling syndicate and had illegally brought gold into the country on multiple occasions. Gold bars worth ₹12.56 crore were seized from Harshvardhini Ranya, alias Ranya Rao, at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. “Contrary to her voluntary …

Kannada actress Ranya Rao violated protocol meant for senior officers: SPP
1 week, 2 days ago

Kannada actress Ranya Rao violated protocol meant for senior officers: SPP

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The Special Court for Economic Offences on Wednesday reserved the bail plea of Ranya Rao, stepdaughter of Ramchandra Rao, DGP Karnataka Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation, till Friday. During the hearing, Special Public Prosecutor Madhu Rao, representing the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, told the court that the protocol officer of the state police was summoned to disclose the …

Karnataka cop who helped Ranya Rao, got orders from seniors, DRI tells court: Report
1 week, 2 days ago

Karnataka cop who helped Ranya Rao, got orders from seniors, DRI tells court: Report

Hindustan Times  

A protocol officer who allegedly helped Kannada actor Ranya Rao dodge security checks at the Bengaluru airport, received instruction from the seniors, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence told a Bengaluru special court on Wednesday. DRI's counsel, special public prosecutor Madhu Rao told the court that the police officer admitted before DRI investigators that they provided the protocol based on the …

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Karnataka government withdraws CID inquiry
1 week, 2 days ago

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Karnataka government withdraws CID inquiry

The Hindu  

Hours after issuing an order entrusting the Criminal Investigation Department to probe the Ranya Rao gold smuggling case, the State government withdrew its order on Tuesday. The Karnataka government had appointed senior IAS officer Gaurav Gupta to investigate the protocol violations by actor Ranya Rao at Kempegowda International Airport as well as the possible role of her stepfather K. Ramachandra …

Ranya Rao gold smuggling: Actor misused VIP airport facilities to evade Bengaluru security—Did DGP stepfather help?
1 week, 3 days ago

Ranya Rao gold smuggling: Actor misused VIP airport facilities to evade Bengaluru security—Did DGP stepfather help?

Live Mint  

Gold smuggling case: After Kannada actress Ranya Rao was caught smuggling around 15 kg of gold at the Bengaluru airport last week, the Karnataka government on Monday ordered an inquiry into the alleged misuse of protocol services and the role of her stepfather, Dr K Ramachandra Rao, a DGP-rank officer in the state, to evade airport security checks. The state …

Ranya Rao case: Karnataka government orders probe into DGP Ramachandra Rao’s role, misuse of protocol by actress at Bengaluru airport
1 week, 3 days ago

Ranya Rao case: Karnataka government orders probe into DGP Ramachandra Rao’s role, misuse of protocol by actress at Bengaluru airport

The Hindu  

The Karnataka government has appointed senior IAS officer Gaurav Gupta to investigate the protocol violations by actor Ranya Rao at Kempegowda International Airport and also the possible role of her stepfather K. Ramachandra Rao, Director-General of Police, Karnataka State Police Housing Corporation, in the gold smuggling case. “It has been reported by the media that Ranya Rao was apprehended by …

‘Verbally Tortured, Traumatised’: Actor Ranya Rao Breaks Down In Court, Denies Physical Assault In Custody
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1 week, 4 days ago

‘Verbally Tortured, Traumatised’: Actor Ranya Rao Breaks Down In Court, Denies Physical Assault In Custody

ABP News  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who was arrested for allegedly smuggling gold worth ₹14.56 crore, broke down in court on Monday, claiming she was "traumatised and emotionally broken" due to "verbal torture and threats" in the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence ’s custody. As Ranya continued to cry in court, the judge advised, "Control yourself," and reprimanded her lawyer for interrupting. Ranya …

Ranya Rao sent to judicial custody till March 24 in gold smuggling case, breaks down in court
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1 week, 5 days ago

Ranya Rao sent to judicial custody till March 24 in gold smuggling case, breaks down in court

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The Economic Offences Court in Bengaluru on Monday sent Kannada actress Ranya Rao to judicial custody till March 24 in connection with a gold smuggling case. Ramya Rao was produced before the bench of Vishwanath C Gowdar at the special court for economic offences in Bengaluru after three days of Directorate of Revenue Intelligence custody. Ranya, the stepdaughter of …

Kannada actor Ranya Rao sent to judicial custody till March 24 in gold smuggling case
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1 week, 5 days ago

Kannada actor Ranya Rao sent to judicial custody till March 24 in gold smuggling case

India TV News  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao sent to judicial custody till March 24 in gold smuggling case Ranya Rao was arrested by the DRI for her alleged involvement in gold smuggling from Dubai. Kannada actress Harshavardhini Ranya, popularly known as Ranya Rao, has been remanded to 14-day judicial custody by a special court for economic offences in connection with a gold smuggling …

Visually-impaired man caught at Bengaluru airport with ₹3.44 crore gold, days after Ranya Rao
1 week, 5 days ago

Visually-impaired man caught at Bengaluru airport with ₹3.44 crore gold, days after Ranya Rao

Hindustan Times  

A visually impaired man was held at Kempegowda International Airport for allegedly smuggling gold worth ₹3.44 crore from Dubai, customs officials told news agency PTI on Saturday. A visually impaired man smuggled gold from Dubai to Bengaluru The arrest of the unidentified individual was made on March 4, a day after the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence held Kannada actress Ranya …

Visually Impaired Man Caught Smuggling Gold Worth Rs 3.4 Crore At Bengaluru Airport
1 week, 6 days ago

Visually Impaired Man Caught Smuggling Gold Worth Rs 3.4 Crore At Bengaluru Airport

ABP News  

In Kempegowda International Airport, a visually impaired man was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly smuggling gold worth Rs 3.44 crore from Dubai, said to the customs officials on Friday. The arrest, made by customs officials on March 4, came just a day after Kannada film actress Ranya Rao was apprehended for a similar offense involving gold smuggling. Taking to X, …

After Ranya Rao's arrest, CBI to probe international gold smuggling ring
1 week, 6 days ago

After Ranya Rao's arrest, CBI to probe international gold smuggling ring

Hindustan Times  

The Central Bureau of Investigation has registered a case against smugglers bringing gold into India from abroad through various airports Ranya Rao was caught at the Bengaluru airport with undeclared gold. This comes after the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence intercepted and arrested Kannada actor Ranya Rao in an alleged gold smuggling case at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Monday night. …

Kannada actress Ranya Rao remanded to three days in DRI custody in gold smuggling case
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Kannada actress Ranya Rao remanded to three days in DRI custody in gold smuggling case

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: A special court for economic offences on Friday granted the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence three days' custody of actress Ranya Rao, who was arrested at Kempegowda International Airport earlier this week for allegedly smuggling 14.2 kg of gold from Dubai. Investigators revealed that Rao, identified in her passport as Harshavardini Ranya, had travelled to Dubai 27 times in the …

Kannada actress Ranya Rao’s bail plea to be heard today amid gold smuggling allegations
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Kannada actress Ranya Rao’s bail plea to be heard today amid gold smuggling allegations

Hindustan Times  

Kannada actress Ranya Rao, who was apprehended by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Monday, has filed a bail plea at the Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate’s court. Ranya Rao allegedly smuggled gold to India from Dubai. The actress’s arrest came after officials received a tip-off regarding her alleged involvement in gold smuggling. Her stepfather, Ramachandra …

Ranya Rao’s father DGP Ramachandra Rao on daughter’s arrest for alleged gold smuggling: “Shocked and devastated”
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Ranya Rao’s father DGP Ramachandra Rao on daughter’s arrest for alleged gold smuggling: “Shocked and devastated”

The Hindu  

Reacting to his daughter's arrest for alleged gold smuggling, Director General of Police of Karnataka State Police Housing Corporation Ramachandra Rao, said that he was shocked and devastated when the incident came to his notice through the media. Ms. Ranya, the stepdaughter of DGP Rao, was arrested at Kempegowda International Airport upon arrival from Dubai on an Emirates flight on …

5 key revelations by police after arresting actor Ranya Rao for alleged gold smuggling
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

5 key revelations by police after arresting actor Ranya Rao for alleged gold smuggling

Hindustan Times  

Kannada actress Ranya Rao, the stepdaughter of Karnataka State Police Housing Corporation’s Director General of Police Ramachandra Rao, was arrested at Kempegowda International Airport on Monday night, March 3, upon her arrival from Dubai on an Emirates flight. Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested from the Kempagowda International Airport. 5 key revelations about the Kannada actress by police Officials said …

Mint Quick Edit | Ranya Rao arrest: Let gold enter India duty-free
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Mint Quick Edit | Ranya Rao arrest: Let gold enter India duty-free

Live Mint  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao hit the news after being arrested for alleged gold smuggling at Bengaluru airport on Monday. With gold prices having skyrocketed amid global uncertainty, its glitter has caught the fancy of investors globally. Only two weeks ago, the Border Security Force foiled attempts to smuggle 25 gold biscuits into India. In this season of tariff rejig plans, …

Kannada actor Ranya Rao seeks bail as DRI pushes for custody in smuggling case
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Kannada actor Ranya Rao seeks bail as DRI pushes for custody in smuggling case

India Today  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly smuggling gold from Dubai, filed a bail application in the special court for economic offences, with the case being heard today. During the hearing, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence sought three-day custody of Ranya Rao in connection with an ongoing investigation linked to national security concerns. The DRI’s request …

Ranya Rao's 30 UAE visits, Rs 12 lakh per trip for smuggling gold: 5 findings
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranya Rao's 30 UAE visits, Rs 12 lakh per trip for smuggling gold: 5 findings

India Today  

The investigation into the massive gold smuggling operation involving Kannada actor Ranya Rao, the stepdaughter of a senior police officer, has revealed startling details about her modus operandi. Ranya Rao, who was arrested with gold bars worth Rs 12.56 crore strapped to her body in a hidden waist belt from the Bengaluru airport, has travelled to Dubai 30 times over …

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Total ₹17.29 cr seizure in Kannada actor case, biggest so far at Bengaluru airport, says DRI
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranya Rao gold smuggling case: Total ₹17.29 cr seizure in Kannada actor case, biggest so far at Bengaluru airport, says DRI

The Hindu  

The total seizure in the Kannada film actor Ranya Rao case stands at ₹17.29 crore, said an official release from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, which also added that the haul of 14.2 kg is one of the biggest seizures of gold at Kempegowda International Airport in recent times. Ranya Rao, 33, who was allegedly caught red-handed while trying to …

Ranya Rao arrest: Actor reportedly visited Dubai 30 times; her fee per kg of gold was...
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Ranya Rao arrest: Actor reportedly visited Dubai 30 times; her fee per kg of gold was...

Hindustan Times  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao was on Wednesday arrested at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport for allegedly smuggling gold bars worth ₹12.56 crore and weighing 14.2 kilograms. Ranya Rao, the stepdaughter of senior IPS officer Ramachandra Rao, reportedly visited Dubai several times in a year for allegedly smuggling the precious metal into India. Ranya Rao visited Dubai 30 times in a year …

4 visits to Dubai in 15 days wearing same outfit: How actor Ranya Rao was busted for smuggling 14 kg gold
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

4 visits to Dubai in 15 days wearing same outfit: How actor Ranya Rao was busted for smuggling 14 kg gold

Live Mint  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao was arrested on Monday, March 5, at Bengaluru airport with 14.2 kg of gold worth ₹12.56 crore. The value of the gold bars seized from Kannada actress Ranya Rao at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru was ₹12.56 crore. The gold haul led to the arrest of Ranya Rao on the charges of gold smuggling and a …

14 kg gold haul, 4 Dubai trips: How actor Ranya Rao was caught
2 weeks, 2 days ago

14 kg gold haul, 4 Dubai trips: How actor Ranya Rao was caught

Hindustan Times  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao was arrested at the Kempegowda International Airport of Bengaluru on Monday night on charges of smuggling gold after she was allegedly caught carrying 14.8 kilograms of gold from Dubai to India. Ranya Rao, who is the stepdaughter of Director General of Police Ramachandra Rao, was arrested by Directorate of Revenue Intelligence officials, said an news agency …

More gold found at actor Ranya Rao’s Bengaluru home after dramatic airport arrest - Bangalore News
2 weeks, 3 days ago

More gold found at actor Ranya Rao’s Bengaluru home after dramatic airport arrest - Bangalore News

India Today  

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence raided the residence of Kannada actor Ranya Rao in Bengaluru after arresting her for smuggling 14.2 kg of gold worth Rs 12.56 crore through Kempegowda International Airport. The search at her Lavelle Road home led to the recovery of gold jewellery worth Rs 2.06 crore and Rs 2.67 crore in cash. Three large boxes were …

Kannada actor Ranya Rao's gold smuggling MO: Same jacket and belt, cop as escort
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Kannada actor Ranya Rao's gold smuggling MO: Same jacket and belt, cop as escort

India Today  

Kannada actor Ranya Rao, who was arrested in Bengaluru for allegedly smuggling gold from Dubai, travelled to the Saudi city 30 times over the past year, allegedly bringing back kilos of gold on each trip, sources told India Today. Ranya, stepdaughter of Director General of Police Ramachandra Rao, evaded security by taping the gold to her body, including her thighs …

4 UAE trips in 15 days, officials smelled a rat: How actor Ranya Rao was arrested
2 weeks, 3 days ago

4 UAE trips in 15 days, officials smelled a rat: How actor Ranya Rao was arrested

India Today  

Ranya Rao, a popular Kannada actor, was caught by officials with “foreign-origin gold bars” worth Rs 12.56 crore at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport late on Monday. DRI officials said that the actor travelled to Dubai four times in 15 days, raising revenue intelligence’s suspicions. A statement released by the DRI also said that, following her arrest, they also raided her …

Top Karnataka cop's actor-daughter arrested in Bengaluru for smuggling gold
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Top Karnataka cop's actor-daughter arrested in Bengaluru for smuggling gold

India Today  

Kannada film actor Ranya Rao was arrested at Bengaluru International Airport for allegedly attempting to smuggle 14.2 kg of gold worth over Rs 12.56 crore from Dubai, officials confirmed on Tuesday. Ranya Rao is the stepdaughter of IPS officer Ramachandra Rao, who currently serves as the Director General of Police at the Karnataka State Police Housing Corporation. Officials are investigating …

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