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Two arrested in Karnataka veterinary recruitment scam remanded to judicial custody

A court has remanded two individuals accused of involvement in a recruitment scam at the Karnataka Public Service Commission to 14 days of judicial custody. Investigators indicated they do not currently require the suspects' custody but reserved the right to seek it again during the investigation.

LSN India · 9 September 2026

Two arrested in Karnataka veterinary recruitment scam remanded to judicial custody

A magistrate's court has ordered 14 days of judicial custody for two accused in connection with an alleged recruitment scam involving veterinary officer positions at the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC). The investigating agency informed the court that it did not require the custody of the accused at the present stage of the probe. However, the agency indicated it would seek custody again if necessary as the investigation progresses. The case pertains to irregularities in the recruitment process for veterinary officers under the KPSC. The court's decision came after investigators presented their case before the magistrate, detailing the nature of allegations and the evidence gathered so far. The specific details regarding the charges and the scope of the alleged scam remain under investigation. The arrested individuals will remain in custody at a designated facility pending further developments in the case. Authorities have indicated that the investigation is ongoing and additional details may emerge as the probe advances.