I-T dept seizes Rs 6-cr from bank lockers of Deve Gowda’s kin

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April 7, 2019

Bengaluru, Apr 7: A search by Income Tax Department officials of two bank lockers belonging to a person connected to former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (S) supremo H.D. Deve Gowda’s family has yielded over ₹6 crore, according to I-T sources.

D.T. Paramesh, a distant relative of Mr. Gowda, owns automobile showrooms in Shivamogga and is suspected to have hoarded the money meant to be used during election. He was among those whose properties were searched by I-T officials on March 28 and 29, which triggered a political controversy with coalition partners the Janata Dal (S) and the Congress accusing the Centre of making targeted attacks ahead of the Lok Sabha poll.

In all, the searches on various contractors, engineers, and intermediaries yielded close to ₹10 crore, including value of jewellery, said the I-T sources.

They said Mr. Paramesh told the Income Tax team, when the search was on, that the keys of two lockers in Canara Bank and Karnataka Bank had been misplaced.

But when the officials decided to break open the lockers, Mr. Paramesh claimed to have found the keys and produced them. These lockers were opened on Thursday.

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Warning! Cancer-causing chemicals found in bakery products, especially cakes in Karnataka

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October 3,2024

Bengaluru: The Karnataka Food Safety and Quality Department has issued an urgent warning following the discovery of potentially cancer-causing chemicals in cakes sold by certain bakeries across the state.

Recent tests conducted by the department revealed that some cake samples, particularly those with vibrant colors, contain harmful synthetic coloring agents such as Allura Red, a substance known to pose health risks. The findings have raised concerns about the use of artificial colors in bakery products, especially given their potential link to cancer and other serious health conditions.

"We routinely test various food products, and this time, our officials noticed unusually dark-colored cakes on the market," said Srinivas K, Commissioner of Food Safety for Karnataka. "Upon testing, we found that a few cakes contained Allura Red, a synthetic dye associated with health risks."

The use of artificial colors, especially in popular cakes like red velvet and pineapple varieties, is widespread as it attracts customers, particularly children. However, many bakers prefer using natural, safer alternatives, while some opt for synthetic dyes to enhance the cake's visual appeal.

"Most bakeries use permissible, natural colors that are safe for consumption. Unfortunately, a few are resorting to synthetic dyes just to make their cakes more attractive," said a bakery owner from Electronic City, speaking anonymously.

Medical experts are warning that consuming synthetic colors can lead to numerous health issues, including asthma and allergic reactions.

"Some of these artificial dyes are carcinogenic, and prolonged exposure could have serious consequences, especially for children and young adults," cautioned Dr. Vandana G, a private medical practitioner.

While the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) confirms that only a limited number of samples tested positive for harmful colors, legal action is being taken against the violators.

"There is no need for widespread panic or halting production. We are closely monitoring the situation, and only a few bakeries were found to be non-compliant. Rest assured, appropriate legal measures are underway," assured an FSSAI official.

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