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Mobile phones seized from Kannur Central Jail again

Mobile phones seized from Kannur Central Jail again

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A mobile phone with a SIM card was seized from a prisoner at the Central jail at Pallikkunnu, marking the second such recovery from the prison within days. The phone was recovered from Utham Patra, a native of Odisha serving a sentence in a narcotic case. The jail authorities found the handset concealed in the fourth block of the prison during an inspection. Based on a complaint lodged by the jail superintendent, the Kannur Town police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident. The latest seizure comes just days after another mobile phone was recovered from the jail. Published – June 28, 2026 01:29 am IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Two mobile technicians held for unlocking stolen phones for resale

Two mobile technicians held for unlocking stolen phones for resale

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New Delhi, Two mobile software technicians have been arrested for allegedly receiving stolen mobile phones and unlocking them using sophisticated software tools for resale, officials said on Saturday. Two mobile technicians held for unlocking stolen phones for resale The accused, identified as Mohd Jalal , a resident of Loni in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghaziabad district, and Imran , a resident of Rajpur Khurd Extension in Delhi, were allegedly operating a mobile repair and software servicing shop in Gaffar Market, Karol Bagh. According to the police, the duo ran “KGN Software & Mobile Repairing Institute” and were involved in unlocking stolen smartphones for resale in the grey market. Acting on specific inputs, police conducted a raid at the shop and recovered 45 intact Android smartphones, 22 mobile phone bodies, a laptop and a Chinese-made AMP Tool allegedly used to bypass Factory Reset Protection and other security features of mobile devices. “The accused failed to produce satisfactory ownership documents for the recovered devices. They were apprehended on Friday, and the electronic equipment was seized,” a police officer said. …

Shopping for a Flagship? These Phones Deserve Your Attention (HT Tech)

Shopping for a Flagship? These Phones Deserve Your Attention (HT Tech)

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In the recent chaotic timeline, a mere smartphone purchase decision has become nothing more than a David vs Goliath situation. With phone prices shooting up every other week, often driven by rising memory costs, it takes little time for a wishlist to be stripped of options within the preferred budget. Those shopping in the mid-range segment are hit the hardest. But people scoping the best flagships may be in the clear, as brands are reportedly absorbing the surge in memory chip prices in their pricier SKUs rather than passing it on to customers. If you identify yourself as someone who prefers investing in the very best, here’s our curated list of premium smartphones worth your attention: These four Android flagships span ₹70,000 to ₹2 lakh, offering compelling reasons to spend beyond the mainstream. The OnePlus 15 is among the most complete Android flagships money can buy. It delivers gaming-phone-level performance in a clean, understated design that never feels overly flashy. Despite no longer carrying Hasselblad branding, its cameras remain consistently reliable across a wide range …

Phones across Delhi-NCR buzz with ‘extremely severe alert’ for thunderstorm, lightning, hailstorm

Phones across Delhi-NCR buzz with ‘extremely severe alert’ for thunderstorm, lightning, hailstorm

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Phones across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) buzzed with alerts on Saturday evening. The text on screen for some people in Noida was titled ‘Extremely severe alert’. Delhi put on IMD’s red alert for severe thunder storm and dust storm warning on Saturday (May 30) (Arvind Yadav/HT) It said: “Thunderstorm accompanied by lightning and fast winds (speed 60-80 km/h, to increase to 90 km/h) and moderate to heavy rain and hailstorm are likely at some places in your district during next 3 hours.” Some got it in Hindi while others got a translated English version with it. This came just as Delhi-NCR residents on Saturday received some relief from the scorching heat in the form of light rain, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed parts of the city and its adjoining areas under a red alert for thunderstorm as well as dust storms. According to the IMD forecast seen at 4:30 pm on Saturday, north, northwest, west and southwest Delhi districts were on red alert, while the rest of the city was …

Delhi Police says 67% lost & stolen phones recovered, but top cop flags data ‘incorrect’ | India News

Delhi Police says 67% lost & stolen phones recovered, but top cop flags data ‘incorrect’ | India News

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3 min readMay 23, 2026 06:35 PM IST In the first 138 days of the year, the Delhi Police claimed it to have traced over 21,751 stolen and lost mobile phones, unlocked 14,613 devices, and returned 7,560 devices to the respective owners — a recovery rate of about 67 per cent — data that the police chief later flagged to be incorrect. The Delhi Police recovered the devices with the help of Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR). But after conducting a district-wise review of the CEIR data, Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golchha has found disparities in the data, asking the force to reverify it. He has also directed the JCPs and DCPs to improve district-wise performance and ensure accuracy, accountability and effective utilisation of the CEIR portal. In an official communication, sent to senior police officers by the Delhi Police headquarters on May 19, it was stated that CP Golchha scanned the data furnished by all the 15 districts along with the records available on CEIR portal from January 1 to May 18 this year. …

‘No reels, no phones, no drones’ in Kedarnath temple; List of banned items and activities as yatra begins today| India News

‘No reels, no phones, no drones’ in Kedarnath temple; List of banned items and activities as yatra begins today| India News

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The portals (kapat) of Kedarnath Dham opened on Wednesday, marking the start of the pilgrimage season as thousands of devotees reached the shrine despite fresh snowfall covering the township. The Char Dham Yatra had officially commenced on April 19 (Akshaya Tritiya), and pilgrims have been steadily arriving at base camps since then. The temple town remained under a thick layer of snow, with temperatures near freezing. (X/@pushkardhami) The temple town remained under a thick layer of snow, with temperatures near freezing. Also read | Portals of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath Dham open as Char Dham Yatra commences Authorities have advised visitors to carry heavy woollens and remain cautious while travelling in the region, news agency ANI reported. Here’s list of items, activities banned in temple premises: Ban on phones, videography and drones As part of the arrangements this year, officials have imposed strict restrictions within the temple premises to maintain order and sanctity. The use of mobile phones, cameras, and drones has been prohibited inside the temple perimeter. Rudraprayag Superintendent of Police Niharika Tomar told ANI, …

Is the use of satellite phones banned in India? Restrictions explained| India News

Is the use of satellite phones banned in India? Restrictions explained| India News

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A US national was arrested at Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar airport on Sunday, due to having a satellite phone in his possession. This is not the first time that a foreign national has been arrested for possession of a satellite phone in India. (Representative image) Another person, who was accompanying the US national, was also detained at the airport but was apparently let go after interrogation. This is not the first time that a foreign national has been arrested for possession of a satellite phone in India. But this begs a question: Is the use of such devices banned in the country? And if so, why? Are satellite phones banned in India? While satellite phones are not “banned” in India in the sense of being entirely illegal, their use is heavily restricted. According to the Telecommunications Act 2023, a satellite phone cannot be legally operated in the country without a prior license or a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Department of Telecommunications (DoT). Even after that, only satellite services provided by BSNL (Inmarsat) are …

Six mobile phones, SIM card seized in surprise jail inspection; action likely against service providers

Six mobile phones, SIM card seized in surprise jail inspection; action likely against service providers

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Parappana Agarahara Central Prison | Photo Credit: File Photo Despite heightened security, mobile phones continue to operate in the Parappana Agarahara Central Prison. Six mobile phones and a SIM card were seized during a surprise inspection conducted by prison officials on April 10. This is only the latest in multiple raids that always yield mobile phones without fail. Upset with this, officials are now probing possible lapses in the functioning of the jammers and the role of service providers. Further probe is under way. “A service provider was found to have been increasing the signal strength on and off to provide better connectivity in the region, which seems to have been helping inmates in the prison access network. We have issued a notice to the service provider seeking an explanation and have warned of taking legal action,” he said. Published – April 14, 2026 06:47 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view …

Karnataka mulls ban on mobile phones for students below 16| India News

Karnataka mulls ban on mobile phones for students below 16| India News

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The Karnataka government is considering prohibiting students under 16 from using mobile phones, with chief minister Siddaramaiah initiating consultations with vice chancellors of universities as part of an effort to address concerns about social media addiction and its effects on children. Karnataka mulls ban on mobile phones for students below 16 At the meeting convened by the Karnataka State Higher Education Council, Siddaramaiah said the proposal was still in the discussion stage and sought the vice chancellors’ views on whether restrictions should be imposed on minors. “Today we are discussing this, and as you are all the vice chancellors here, I seek your opinion. Children are falling prey to drugs. Also, in line with various other countries, like Australia, there is a thought to ban mobile phones among students. I want your opinion on this. We are looking at this,” he said. The chief minister indicated that the proposed measure would apply only to minors and would not affect adult students on campuses. He also instructed vice chancellors to take steps to ensure that educational …

Karnataka Govt Considers Ban On Mobile Phones For Students Under 16 Over Addiction Fears | India News

Karnataka Govt Considers Ban On Mobile Phones For Students Under 16 Over Addiction Fears | India News

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Last Updated:February 22, 2026, 16:39 IST If approved, Karnataka would join countries like Australia that have introduced measures to curb digital addiction among school students. AI-generated image used for representation The Karnataka government is considering a significant move that could change how young students interact with technology. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has initiated discussions on restricting mobile phone use for children below the age of 16, citing growing concerns over social media addiction and its impact on young minds. The issue was raised during a meeting with vice chancellors of government universities. Seeking their views, the Chief Minister questioned whether such a restriction would be practical and beneficial. “Today we are discussing this, and as you are all Vice Chancellors here, I seek your opinion. Children are falling prey to drugs. Also, in line with Australia and some European countries, there is a thought to ban mobile phones among students. I want your opinion on this. We are looking at this for children below 16, not adults. Many of them are falling prey to social media …