Bengaluru, March 11 -- Her stepfather's controversial past resurfaces, including his alleged involvement in 2014 Mysuru hawala case

The State Government has launched an inquiry into the alleged misuse of VIP airport protocol privileges by actress Ranya Rao, who was recently arrested for smuggling 14.2 kg of gold worth Rs. 12 crore from Dubai. The case has ignited a political slugfest between the ruling Congress and the Opposition BJP, with both sides trading accusations of favouritism and cover-ups.

Ranya Rao, whose full name is Harshavardhini Ranya, was arrested by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) a week ago. Authorities allege that she exploited VIP airport privileges and protocols meant for senior officials to bypass sec...