Belthangady, Aug. 25 -- Police seek surrender of phone, laptop used for AI-generated Dharmasthala video

YouTuber M.D. Sameer appeared before the Belthangady Police yesterday in connection with allegations of defaming the family of Dharmasthala's religious authorities - a revered institution for Hindus. He is also accused of provoking people to rise in opposition against Dharmasthala.

The case was initiated after Dharmasthala PSI Samarth R. Ganigera filed a complaint on July 12, following the release of a video on Sameer's YouTube channel 'Dhootha'. The video allegedly revealed sensitive details related to the case.

Sameer reported to the station in the morning and underwent continuous questioning for five hours. His voice sample was co...