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Mumbai civic body removes Dia Mirza's firecracker appeal video after BJP objection

The Mumbai civic body took down a 'do not burst crackers' appeal video featuring actor Dia Mirza from its social media accounts. The removal followed objections raised by Ameet Satam, the Mumbai chief of the BJP. The article reports that the mayor was asked about the row and has framed the civic body's stance in response. The matter has drawn attention to the political reaction surrounding a public awareness message.

Mumbai Civic Body Scrutinises Dia Mirza's June Event Attendance

A Mumbai civic body event attended by actor Dia Mirza in June is now under the mayor's scrutiny. The source article provides limited detail on the specifics of the review. Mayor Ritu Tawde has indicated that the action could be linked to Mirza allegedly pandering to selective propaganda. The reported claim is an allegation and has not been independently established in the available text. Further details on the scrutiny's scope and outcome were not included in the source material.

California accountant sentenced to 63 months for $8.2M investor fraud

A California accountant has been sentenced to 63 months in prison for defrauding investors of more than $8.2 million. Ethan Joseph Sanchez had assured investors their money would fund the construction of backyard homes. Instead, he lost the funds through high-risk day trading. A federal judge also ordered him to forfeit more than $8.2 million and pay restitution to the victims.

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