Mangalore International Airport, railway station, Infosys, Udupi Krishna temple among 27 buildings facing 'terror threat'

January 29, 2014
Mangalore, Jan 29: Home Minister K?J George has stated that as many as 27 buildings, including government and private structures, have been facing terror threat in the State.

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In a written statement to a question by V?Sunil Kumar (BJP) in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, the minister gave the names of certain buildings facing threat from various terror groups. However, he indicated that more buildings could be facing the threat.

In Bangalore—Vidhana Soudha, Kempegowda International Airport, Infosys, Wipro, Forum Mall, Indian Institute of Science, Vikasa Soudha, High Court, Garuda Mall, Central Mall, Bangalore and Yeshwantpur railway stations and bus stands, Taj Group of Hotels, Kalasipalya bus stand, multinational companies of the US, among others.

Mysore - Infosys, Wipro, Mysore Palace and other places

Mandya - Brindavan Gardens (KRS), Srirangapatna (Tipu Palace), etc

Mangalore - Infosys, Wipro, Mangalore airport, Mangalore railway station, etc

Udupi - Sri Krishna temple

Bijapur - Alamatti dam

Karwar - Kaiga nuclear plant

Bellary - Tungabhadra power plant

To a question by Sunil Kumar whether the Centre had cautioned the State about the threat, the minister replied in the positive.

George, while mentioning various measures taken to face the threat, said Internal?Security Division (ISD), Counter-Intelligence Division in ISD to gather information regarding terrorists, Centre for Counter Terrorism (CCT), all form part of the preparedness. Besides, police security has been provided at sensitive places.

Recruitments are on to the Karnataka State Industrial Security Force, which was set up in 2011.

Replying to another question by Sunil Kumar, who wanted to know whether VIPs were facing threat from various organisations, the home minister said the governor, the chief minister, ministers, judges of the High Court, some elected representatives and others have been facing threat perception from various terrorist/ fundamental/ underworld elements/ anti-social elements.

However, he did not reveal the names.

Security has been provided to persons facing threats, as decided by the police and the direction of the court. In 2013, category security has been provided for 80 persons, and for 167 persons body guards have been provided as recommended by the authorities concerned.

The minister has detailed how security measures have been categorised based on the intelligence report. A committee headed by the chief secretary also reviews the measures taken, he said.

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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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