ED RAIDS KOLKATA POLICE
'I-PAC a means to earn money by promoting corruption': BJP's Dilip Ghosh slams TMC ahead of Bengal polls
West Bengal BJP candidate from the Kharagpur Sadar Assembly constituency, Dilip Ghosh, on Monday called the India Political Action Committee (I-PAC) a "means to promote corruption" in the state following the arrest of Director Vinesh Chandel in a money laundering case.
ED searches premises linked to Karnataka Congress MLA’s sons in crypto probe
Enforcement Directorate conducted raids across Bengaluru on Monday. The searches targeted the premises of Mohammed Haris Nalapad and Omar Farook Nalapad, sons of Congress MLA N A Haris. The investigation is linked to a cryptocurrency money laundering case. This case stems from a 2017 hacking incident involving the alleged theft of bitcoins.
National Herald case: Delhi HC to hear ED plea against Sonia, Rahul Gandhi today
The Delhi High Court will hear a plea from the Enforcement Directorate. The ED challenges a trial court's decision. The trial court refused to accept a chargesheet against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and others. This is in connection with the National Herald money laundering case. The ED argues the trial court's order is legally flawed.
'Won’t let employees lose jobs': Mamata Banerjee defends I-PAC, accuses BJP of intimidation
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized the BJP. She accused the party of intimidating her political consultancy firm, I-PAC. Banerjee also targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding women's reservation and delimitation. She asserted that the government's actions were aimed at dividing the country. Banerjee vowed to protect I-PAC employees.
ED crackdown in Bengal: Kolkata businessman arrested, cop’s premises searched in laundering probe
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested a Kolkata businessman in a money laundering investigation. The probe targets a criminal syndicate operating in the poll-bound state. Searches were conducted at the businessman's residence and that of a Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner. The case is linked to alleged organized criminal activities and illegal fund generation.
ED summons I-PAC's Rishi Raj Singh on Monday in PMLA case
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Rishi Raj Singh, a director at political consultancy firm I-PAC. This action is part of an ongoing investigation into alleged hawala transactions and money laundering. The agency previously arrested another I-PAC director, Vinesh Chandel, in connection with the case.
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I-T Dept finds 'discrepancies' in declaration of assets by TMC MLA: Sources
The Income Tax Department has uncovered discrepancies in assets declared by TMC MLA Debashis Kumar. Seizures from his residence during recent raids revealed jewellery and bullion not matching his election affidavit. The department has reported these findings to the Election Commission. Investigations are ongoing into unaccounted money and asset increases.
ED raids Kolkata police officer, others in money laundering probe linked to criminal syndicate
The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Shantanu Sinha Biswas and Joy Kamdar. This action is part of a money laundering investigation. The probe targets alleged criminal Biswajit Podder and his syndicate. The ED previously seized cash and valuables in this case. Podder is wanted for various criminal charges and is currently on the run.
In Trump era, fearful left-leaning Americans turn to guns
Left-leaning Americans are increasingly purchasing firearms due to fears of government overreach under the Trump administration. This trend is upending traditional gun ownership demographics, with individuals citing concerns about federal agents and societal polarization as motivations for seeking self-protection and preparedness.
West Bengal elections: Income Tax Dept raids premises linked to TMC Candidate, Banerjee's proposer
West Bengal Assembly Elections: Income-Tax Department officials raided the residence of Miraj Shah, who proposed Mamata Banerjee's name for nominations. Raids also targeted Trinamool Congress MLA Debasish Kumar, his relative's house, and party offices. These actions are linked to an alleged illegal land grabbing case. Simultaneously, the Enforcement Directorate is conducting searches related to the Merlin Group.
IT Dept conducts raid at TMC MLA Debasish Kumar’s residence & offices; ED searches premises of 3 officials
The Income Tax Department conducted extensive raids at the residence, election office, and relative's house of Trinamool Congress MLA Debasish Kumar in connection with an illegal land grabbing case. Simultaneously, the Enforcement Directorate is searching premises of three businessmen in Kolkata and North 24 Parganas districts as part of its Merlin Group investigation.
I-T searches at TMC MLA Debasish Kumar's properties in Kolkata ahead of polls
The Income Tax Department searched two locations linked to TMC MLA Debasish Kumar. The searches occurred at his residence and election office. Kumar is contesting the Rashbehari seat. The Enforcement Directorate had previously summoned him regarding a land fraud case. Polling for Rashbehari is on April 29. Central forces were deployed at his residence.
US immigration agency interim head Todd Lyons to step down
The acting head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Todd Lyons, will leave his post at the agency charged with enforcing US President Donald Trump's anti-immigrant crackdown in May, the Homeland Security Secretary announced Thursday. At a Department of Homeland Security oversight hearing in February, Lyons defended the law enforcement agency's work.
Inside ‘Lala Pad’: How ₹20 notes and WhatsApp kept Bengal’s coal mafia running
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached assets worth ₹159.51 crore in a West Bengal illegal coal mining and pilferage racket, bringing the total to ₹482.22 crore. The syndicate, allegedly led by Anup Majee, operated with fake transport documents, a WhatsApp clearance system, and a hawala network to move illicit funds and conceal proceeds from cash purchases by select companies.
BJP's 'preparation' for Punjab polls has begun: Kejriwal on ED raids against AAP MP Mittal
The Enforcement Directorate raided AAP Rajya Sabha MP Ashok Kumar Mittal's business and residential premises in Punjab and Haryana as part of a FEMA investigation. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal alleged the BJP is using central agencies for its Punjab election preparations, a sentiment echoed by other AAP leaders.
ED raids at business entities linked to AAP MP Ashok Mittal in Punjab
The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids on businesses linked to Ashok Mittal in Punjab as part of a FEMA investigation, targeting multiple locations in Jalandhar and Phagwara.
ED summons I-PAC Bengal chief's relatives to appear before it
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned relatives of I-PAC's Bengal chief for questioning. This follows the arrest of Vinesh Chandel, a director and co-founder of the political consultancy firm. The ED is investigating alleged financial irregularities and money laundering amounting to approximately Rs 50 crore. Chandel has been remanded to ED custody.
Marathi to be mandatory for rickshaw, taxi drivers in Maharashtra from May 1
Starting from May 1, the Maharashtra government mandates that rickshaw and taxi drivers be fluent in Marathi. The Motor Transport Department will actively monitor compliance through inspections. Drivers unable to demonstrate literacy in Marathi will face license cancellations as part of an initiative aimed at improving passenger interactions. There will also be accountability measures for officials who issue licenses improperly.
ED summons wife, brother of I-PAC director Pratik Jain in money laundering probe
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned Barbie Jain and Pulkit Jain, wife and brother of I-PAC co-founder and director Pratik Jain, for questioning in a money laundering case linked to alleged hawala transactions. The duo has been asked to appear before the agency in New Delhi on Wednesday and will be questioned under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), officials said.
Kanpur kidney racket case: How a fake doctor with Class 12 education ran 30 surgeries
A fake doctor, who passed out just class 12, has been arrested in Kanpur. As per initial investigation he even managed to perform30 kidney transplant surgeries, putting life of patients in grave danger. The case first came to spotlight when police raided Ahuja Hospital in Maswanpur following a tip-off.
TMC demands immediate release of I-PAC co-founder Vinesh Chandel
The Trinamool Congress has demanded the immediate release of Vinesh Chandel, a co-founder of I-PAC. Chandel was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money-laundering case. The party described the arrest, just days before the West Bengal elections, as electoral sabotage.
I-PAC director Vinesh Chandel sent to 10 days in ED custody
A special court in Delhi has remanded Vinesh Chandel, co-founder of I-PAC, to 10 days of ED custody after his arrest in a money laundering case linked to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal, just ahead of the state assembly polls. The Enforcement Directorate’s action follows earlier raids at multiple locations connected to the case, while the probe stems from a 2020 FIR by the Central Bureau of Investigation alleging a multi-crore coal pilferage racket involving Eastern Coalfields Limited. The arrest has sparked political reactions, with Abhishek Banerjee of the Trinamool Congress questioning its timing, as the ED claims funds were routed through hawala channels to I-PAC’s company and investigations continue.
ED arrests I-PAC co-founder Vinesh Chandel in West Bengal coal scam case
The Enforcement Directorate has arrested Vinesh Chandel, a director of political consultancy firm I-PAC. This arrest is linked to a money-laundering case connected to an alleged coal scam in West Bengal. The agency conducted raids on premises belonging to I-PAC directors and former AAP communications in-charge. The case originates from a CBI FIR concerning a multi-crore coal-pilferage scam.
Maharashtra: ED raids in money laundering case against self-styled godman Ashok Kharat
The Enforcement Directorate has escalated its investigation with simultaneous searches across Maharashtra, focusing on the self-proclaimed godman Ashok Kharat and his network. Active operations are taking place in key locations like Nashik, Pune and Shirdi.
EC transfers 12 police officials in poll-bound West Bengal
The Election Commission of India has ordered a major reshuffle of police leadership in poll-bound West Bengal, transferring 12 senior officers across Kolkata Police and the state police. Key changes include new appointments to Joint Commissioner roles in crime, headquarters and intelligence, along with the replacement of Deputy Commissioners in multiple city divisions.
West Bengal: ED raid at residence of former Education minister Partha Chatterjee
Enforcement Directorate teams raided the South Kolkata residence of former Education Minister Partha Chatterjee on Saturday morning. The raids are linked to the ongoing School Service Commission teachers' recruitment scam. Chatterjee and his aide Arpita Mukherjee were arrested in 2022 over corruption allegations. Both have since got bail.
ED raids premises of ex-WB minister Partha Chatterjee, middleman
The Enforcement Directorate has conducted fresh searches in West Bengal. The investigation targets a teachers recruitment scam. Former minister Partha Chatterjee and others are under scrutiny. Premises in Kolkata were searched. Chatterjee failed to appear for questioning multiple times. The agency is probing several recruitment-related cases against him.
ED raids I-PAC executives, others in West Bengal coal 'scam' case
The Enforcement Directorate is conducting fresh searches at locations linked to I-PAC executives in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Delhi. These raids are connected to an alleged coal smuggling and pilferage scam in West Bengal. Premises of I-PAC co-founder Rishi Raj Singh are among those being searched. This follows earlier raids at the I-PAC office and a director's residence in Kolkata.
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