Vittal: Robbery attempt in cooperative bank

September 3, 2013

Vittal, Sep 3: An unidentified gang attempted to rob a cooperative bank at Kudthamogeru near Vittal here sometime over the weekend.

But the robbery attempt was futile as they could not retrieve the gold and money stored in it.

Shockingly, for a bank that has more than Rs. 2 crore in goods inside, there were no security arrangements for the weekend.

The Kurthamogeru branch of the Vittal Patnur Vyavasaya Seva Sahakari Bank Limited-which hands out farmer loans and gold loans- was locked by the employees around 1.45 p.m. on Saturday. However, when they returned to work on Monday morning, they found a window open. Vittal police said the thieves cut phone wires and computer cables at the bank, and attempted to remove the locker in the strong room. However, file marks on the lockers are testimony to the failed attempts, the police said.

The bank had no CCTV cameras or security guards posted.

Branch Manager Shrinivas Moulya, who filed the complaint, said Rs. 2 crore in gold and Rs. 2 lakh in cash were stored at the bank. “While we don't have CCTV cameras, the sole security guard employed by us had taken two weeks off to go back to his hometown in Nepal,” he said.

Following the theft attempt, the bank will install cameras as well as sirens in the branch, he added.

Comments

Add new comment

Coastaldigest.com reserves the right to delete or block any comments.
Coastaldigset.com is not responsible for its readers’ comments.
Comments that are abusive, incendiary or irrelevant are strictly prohibited.
Please use a genuine email ID and provide your name to avoid reject.

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

News Network

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.

Comments