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Story summary
- Kerala Police invoked the UAPA against Ebin Paul (suspect) for the Oct 12, 2026 arson near Kochi’s synagogue.
- Police charged him under Sections 15 and 18 of the anti-terror law for terrorist act and conspiracy.
- Investigators allege Paul received cryptocurrency payments after recording the fire and sending videos to handlers outside Kerala.
- A magistrate remanded Paul to judicial custody on Oct 19, 2026 after five days in police custody.
