What did ED ask D K Suresh in 7-hour-long in inquiry?

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October 4, 2019

Bengaluru, Oct 4: Congress leader and Bengaluru Rural MP MP D K Suresh was questioned for around seven hours yesterday by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the investigations into allegations of money laundering against his brother D K Shivakumar.

Sources said the investigators asked him about the properties he had bought in Karnataka.

Suresh told reporters that he has answered the queries of the ED officials, but did not want to speak more on that as the investigations are still on. Earlier in the day, he said he has not committed any crime.

The ED had earlier told a court during the hearing on Shivakumar’s bail application that Suresh owned 27 properties and the matter needed to be probed.

Suresh reached the ED office at around 11 am and left at around 6.30 pm. He has been asked to appear before the investigators on Friday also.

Shivakumar’s daughter Aisshwarya and his close aide and Congress MLA Laxmi Hebbalkar were also questioned by the ED earlier.

The former minister, who was arrested on September 3, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), is presently in judicial custody, which will end on October 15. The court had rejected his bail plea.

While extending his judicial custody till October 15, the special court had also allowed the ED to question Shivakumar in judicial custody on October 4 and 5 at Tihar jail, where he is currently lodged.

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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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