Gold smuggling case: Ranya Rao faces 1yr in jail

Kannada actress Ranya Rao faces potential year-long jail time without bail under the COFEPOSA Act for alleged gold smuggling. Authorities invoked the Act due to her non-cooperation and to prevent further illegal activities. Rao, along with two others, is accused of smuggling 14.2 kg of gold and making numerous trips to Dubai, prompting investigations into possible government official involvement.

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