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In one of the biggest operations against cyber-enabled financial fraud in recent times, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has uncovered over 8.5 lakh mule bank accounts spread across more than 700 branches nationwide. These accounts, according to officials cited by PTI, were being exploited by cybercriminals to launder money acquired through online scams, including digital theft, impersonation, fake investment schemes and UPI-based fraud.The discovery comes after a coordinated search operation carried out at 42 locations across Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh. Nine people, including alleged middlemen, banking agents, account holders, and aggregators, were taken into custody for their suspected involvement in the racket.Mule accounts are typically opened in the names of individuals who may or may not be aware that their credentials are being used to launder illicit funds. These accounts, the agency says, were created using forged identity documents and served as temporary conduits through which money was routed and then quickly moved to other accounts.“We have observed that mule accounts are being used only once in most cases. Once the money comes into the account, it is distributed to other accounts, and the mother account is closed, making it difficult to catch the criminal,” a senior CBI official told PTI.According to the CBI’s preliminary findings, some bank officials, e-Mitra agents, and third-party facilitators may have played an active role in enabling these fraudulent accounts. In several instances, bank staff reportedly failed to carry out even basic KYC checks, due diligence, or act on suspicious transaction alerts.“Enquiry revealed that more than 700 branches of various banks across India have opened around 8.5 lakh mule accounts. These accounts were opened either without proper KYC norms, customer due diligence, or initial risk assessment. The branch managers of the banks have also failed to conduct enhanced due diligence in respect of certain suspicious transaction alerts generated by the systems,” the CBI spokesperson said in a statement.The agency also pointed to systemic lapses, with some banks not even sending basic address confirmation letters to new customers, a standard step to verify legitimacy.Violations of guidelines under the Reserve Bank of India’s master circulars, as well as internal policies of the banks themselves, were also uncovered during the enquiry.The CBI has now registered an FIR under charges of criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, using forged documents as genuine, and criminal misconduct by public servants under the Prevention of Corruption Act.During the operation, officials seized digital evidence, mobile phones, bank account records, KYC documents, and transaction details. The agency is now in the process of identifying more individuals involved in the creation and operation of these mule accounts.The investigation is ongoing.

Fans Pour in Love for Lauren Kyle McDavid’s new launch (Credit: Instagram/@trovelivingca)

Connor McDavid of the Edmonton Oilers kisses his wife Lauren Kyle (Credit: Getty Images)

Fans Pour in Love for Lauren Kyle McDavid’s new launch (Credit: Instagram/@trovelivingca)

Connor McDavid of the Edmonton Oilers kisses his wife Lauren Kyle (Credit: Getty Images)

Fans Pour in Love for Lauren Kyle McDavid’s new launch (Credit: Instagram/@trovelivingca)

Lauren Kyle McDavid, known to many as the wife of Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid, is making her mark far beyond the rink. Just days after her husband’s heartbreaking Stanley Cup Final loss to the Florida Panthers, she opened Trove Living, a polished 9,000 square foot furniture showroom and lifestyle hub in Edmonton.

The wife of Connor McDavid, Lauren Kyle McDavid’s interview with Forbes(Credit: Instagram/@laurenkyle1)

Why the wife of Connor McDavid, Lauren Kyle McDavid, wanted more than just a studio

For years, Lauren Kyle McDavid worked behind the scenes on stylish design projects for private clients. But after growing her business portfolio and gaining national attention, she felt the need for something tangible, something people could experience without needing an appointment.She’s candid about how essential it is to have a partner who understands what it means to pursue ambitious goals. With Connor entrenched in playoff mode, Lauren was fully locked into launching her business. Yet, their ability to show up for each other has made both pursuits possible.It’s a bold move, but one that suits Lauren’s personality and professional ambition. She designed the space to feel elegant but approachable, a place where style meets lifestyle, and where every detail reflects her ethos.

The wife of Connor McDavid, Lauren Kyle McDavid’s interview with Forbes (Credit: Instagram/@laurenkyle1)

How does the wife of Connor McDavid, Lauren Kyle McDavid, balance pressure and passion

While Connor McDavid pushed toward a Stanley Cup, Lauren Kyle McDavid was pushing through final construction and launch prep. The Forbes feature highlights how both share a grind mentality, supporting each other even when their professional paths are at their peak simultaneously. Bar Trove, tucked inside the new showroom, is already building buzz on social media. It’s more than a trendy spot; it’s a symbol of how Lauren Kyle McDavid has taken her style and turned it into a fully formed brand.

Fans Pour in Love for Lauren Kyle McDavid’s Bold New Move

Fans are raving over Lauren Kyle McDavid’s chic new venture, calling it “so chic” and “exciting.” From fellow designers to loyal followers, the support has been pouring in with love and celebration.

Fans Pour in Love for Lauren Kyle McDavid’s new launch (Credit: Instagram/@trovelivingca)

She continues to expand her influence in the design and lifestyle world, one thing is clear: she’s building a legacy of her own, one room and one glass of wine at a time.Also Read: NHL trade rumor: Mitch Marner and his wife Stephanie Marner reportedly spotted house-hunting in Las Vegas, sparking the latest buzz

The New York Young Republican Club calls for Zohran Mamdani’s deportation.

Republicans raised a call to revoke Zohran Mamdani’s citizenship and deport him before he becomes New York mayor citing the fact that Mamdani became a US citizen only seven years ago. The 33-year-old Democrat Socialist is the Democratic nominee for New York’s mayoral election in November — after former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo conceded the primary election. The New York Young Republican Club called for deporting Mamdani as it said: “The radical Zohran Mamdani cannot be allowed to destroy our beloved city of New York.”The club called on White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller, known for his hawkish stand on immigration, to invoke the Red Scare-era Communist Control Act to strip Mamdani’s citizenship. Stephen Miller already expressed his disgust at Mamdani’s win and said it was the “clearest warning of what happens to a society when it fails to control migration”. “The entire Democrat party is lining up behind the diehard socialist who wants to end all immigration enforcement and abolish the prison system entirely,” he added.

What is the Communist Control Act? Could Mamdani be deported?

The Communist Control Act was signed into law by President Dwight Eisenhower in 1954 during the Cold War. The legislation outlawed, in theory, the Communist Party in the United States and prohibited communists from attaining certain positions. But it was rarely enforced. Zohran Mamdani was born in Uganda in 1991 and moved to New York along with his parents at the age of seven in 1988. His father Mahmood Mamdani is an Ugandan-American with his ancestry in India, his mother Mira Nair is an Indian-American. Zohran Mamdani became a naturalized US citizen in 2018. President Donald Trump called Mamdani 100 per cent communist lunatic. Trump also commented on his looks and voice and called everything terrible. “It’s finally happened, the Democrats have crossed the line. Zohran Mamdani, a 100% Communist Lunatic, has just won the Dem Primary, and is on his way to becoming Mayor. We’ve had Radical Lefties before, but this is getting a little ridiculous. He looks TERRIBLE, his voice is grating, he’s not very smart, he’s got AOC+3, Dummies ALL, backing him, and even our Great Palestinian Senator, Cryin’ Chuck Schumer, is groveling over him. Yes, this is a big moment in the History of our Country!” Trump said on Truth Social.

Ravindra Jadeja of India (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)

Former India fast bowler Varun Aaron has taken a sharp dig at Ravindra Jadeja’s performance on the final day of the first Test against England at Headingley. Jadeja, India’s senior left-arm spinner, came under scrutiny for his lack of precision, as England chased down a tricky target to win the match by five wickets and go 1-0 up in the series.Speaking on Star Sports’ Follow the Blues, Aaron said Jadeja failed to make the most of the rough patches on the fifth-day surface. “More than the reverse sweeps, if we go back and view that footage when Jadeja was bowling over the wicket, I would say he missed the rough a lot. He bowled either too short or he was bowling too fast, too full. They were all pitching in the middle of the wicket, not on the rough,” Aaron pointed out, referring to Jadeja’s inability to find consistent areas to trouble the batters.

Jadeja’s final figures of 1 for 104 in 24 overs reflected the lack of control and effectiveness that India needed during England’s run chase. Ben Duckett, in particular, found it easy to reverse sweep and disrupt Jadeja’s rhythm, as England executed their aggressive approach with confidence.Aaron further criticised Jadeja’s failure to rise to the occasion, especially given his vast experience. “Somebody who is really experienced, who bowls into the rough really well, especially in Indian conditions where there is a lot of rough, and he and (Ravichandran) Ashwin have stitched together so many match-winning performances, you would back him to bowl into the rough on the fifth day and secure India a very historic victory,” he added.

The criticism comes as a wake-up call for India’s bowling unit, which struggled to adapt to England’s counter-attacking style. While Jadeja has often delivered in clutch situations, his underwhelming outing at Leeds has sparked debate about India’s bowling strategies, especially in overseas conditions.

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