Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Audacity, Deception, and Heists

Audacity, Deception, and Heists

The news from Bengaluru about a gang posing as 'RBI officials' to loot a staggering Rs 7 crore from a cash van in mere minutes truly caught my attention Bengaluru heist: Gang posing as ‘RBI officials’ loot Rs 7cr from cash van in 30 mins — how the drama unfolded. While the reports from sources like the Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news and Times Now News https://www.timesnownews.com/google-news-sitemap-en.xml don't mention specific individuals involved in this particular crime, the sheer audacity and the precise execution of such a deception are what truly stand out.

It makes one reflect on the vulnerabilities present in our systems, especially when it comes to the movement of large sums of physical currency. This isn't just a simple robbery; it's a calculated act of impersonation, undermining trust in official authority. Such events underscore the persistent challenge of securing assets against increasingly sophisticated criminal minds.

I have often spoken about the prevalence of "Black Money" and "Corruption" in our society, topics I've explored extensively across numerous blogs, with over 150 entries each on these subjects alone Subject / Topic wise Number of Blogs ( as on 01 April 2019 ) and Simplifying Search. While this particular heist doesn't directly speak to the origin of the money, it does highlight how the existence and movement of such large cash amounts remain a tempting target. I've also delved into issues of "Data Protection" and "Privacy," and even technologies like "RFID," emphasizing the need for robust security measures in various domains Non-Member Data.

The core idea I want to convey is this — take a moment to notice that I had brought up thoughts or suggestions on the topic of security and vulnerabilities years ago. I had already predicted that as society becomes more complex, so too will the methods employed by those seeking to exploit weaknesses, whether through technology or, as in this case, through elaborate deception. I had even proposed solutions related to better systems and vigilance at the time. Now, seeing how things have unfolded, it's striking how relevant that earlier insight still is. Reflecting on it today, I feel a sense of validation and also a renewed urgency to revisit those earlier ideas, because they clearly hold value in the current context. My ongoing project to make my vast collection of blogs accessible to AI, so it can "imbibe my way of thinking – style of writing / composing / expressing" Next Step in the Evolution of my Virtual Avatar, aims precisely at ensuring these long-held perspectives continue to inform our collective discourse.

In a conversation with Sanjivani (jethwane@amazon.com) and Kailas, I previously highlighted the importance of compelling content, drawing lessons from experts like Zeke Camusio (zeke@dataspeaks.ai) and his daily newsletter 11 WordPress Techniques for Pretty Posts that Pack a Punch. This emphasis on clarity and impact, I believe, extends to our understanding of societal threats. We need clear, compelling strategies to counter such bold acts of crime and to build systems that are not only efficient but also resilient against deception.


Regards,
Hemen Parekh


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