Gold smuggling case: verdict on Ranya Rao’s bail plea likely tomorrow; DRI cites potential national security threats
Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport Court for allegedly smuggling 14.8 kg of gold.
During the court proceedings, the DRI requested three-day custody of Ranya Rao, citing potential national security threats linked to gold smuggling. The Economic Offences Court in Bengaluru has reserved its verdict on the bail plea of Kannada actress Ranya Rao, who was arrested at Kempegowda International Airport for allegedly smuggling gold. The court is expected to announce its decision on Friday after considering arguments from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), which has sought her custody for further investigation.
During the court proceedings, the DRI requested three-day custody of Rao, citing potential national security threats linked to gold smuggling. The agency believes her questioning could expose a larger smuggling syndicate, necessitating an in-depth investigation.
Ranya Rao’s counsel opposed the request, arguing that extended custody was unwarranted. However, the prosecution maintained that sensitive cases like this required thorough interrogation.
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