Economic Offences Wing
34 Congress MLAs Temporarily Suspended in Chhattisgarh Assembly Over Allegations of Investigative Agency Misuse
Dec 17, 2025 10:19 pm CST
The Chhattisgarh Assembly witnessed turmoil as 34 Congress MLAs were suspended after protesting alleged misuse of probe agencies by the government. Former CM Bhupesh Baghel claimed investigative bodies were being weaponized to target opposition, citing his son's ED arrest and manipulation of witness statements. The suspension was later revoked after Congress members, who had entered wearing "Satyamev Jayate" posters, walked out following failed attempts to discuss their adjournment motion.
Bollywood Star Shilpa Shetty and Husband Raj Kundra Face Cheating Charges in Rs 60 Crore Fraud Investigation
Dec 17, 2025 01:11 pm CST
Actress Shilpa Shetty and businessman Raj Kundra have been charged with cheating in a Rs 60 crore fraud case by Mumbai Police's Economic Offences Wing. The case stems from allegations by businessman Deepak Kothari who claims the couple misused his investment in their now-defunct Best Deal TV company between 2015-2023. Enforcement Directorate involvement may be sought as the investigation expands.
Delhi Court Rejects ED's Money Laundering Case Against Gandhis in National Herald Matter
Dec 16, 2025 03:12 pm CST
A Delhi court has refused to recognize the Enforcement Directorate's money laundering case against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and five others related to the National Herald newspaper. The Rouse Avenue Court ruled the case inadmissible as it stemmed from a private complaint by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy rather than an official FIR, while allowing the ED to continue its investigation.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Shocked by EOW Notice in National Herald Case Investigation
Dec 06, 2025 05:19 pm CST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar expresses shock over Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing notice in the National Herald case, claiming harassment despite previously providing all details to the Enforcement Directorate. He plans to challenge the notice in court, alleging it's an attempt to target Congress leadership.
Delhi Police Issues Notice to D K Shivakumar in National Herald Investigation: Financial Details Sought
Dec 06, 2025 02:44 am CST
The Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing has issued a notice to Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar seeking financial details related to the National Herald case involving Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. The notice requests information about bank transfers to Young Indian, with a December 19 deadline for compliance. Sources claim Shivakumar is being politically targeted for his Congress loyalty.
Woman Arrested in Maharashtra Land Scam Connected to Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's Son's Company
Dec 03, 2025 11:29 pm CST
Pune Police have arrested Shital Tejwani in connection with an alleged Rs 300 crore government land scam in Mundhwa area linked to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's son Parth Pawar's company. The controversial deal involved selling government land leased to the Botanical Survey of India. This marks the first arrest in this high-profile case being investigated by the Economic Offences Wing.
Sonia and Rahul Gandhi Face Criminal Conspiracy Charges in National Herald Case: BJP and Congress Exchange Accusations
Dec 01, 2025 03:06 pm CST
A fresh FIR has been filed against Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and other Congress leaders in the long-running National Herald case, with criminal conspiracy charges related to alleged money laundering. As Parliament's winter session begins, both BJP and Congress trade accusations, with the opposition calling it "political vendetta" while the ruling party claims it's addressing corruption involving assets worth thousands of crores originally belonging to a freedom fighter-founded newspaper.
Rahul and Sonia Gandhi Charged with Criminal Conspiracy in National Herald Money Laundering Case
Nov 30, 2025 12:12 pm CST
Senior Congress leaders Rahul and Sonia Gandhi face criminal conspiracy charges in the National Herald money laundering case, as a new FIR filed by Delhi Police alleges fraudulent takeover of Associated Journals Limited worth Rs 2,000 crore. The ED claims proceeds of crime exceed Rs 5,000 crore, with investigation uncovering fake donations, fabricated rent payments, and non-genuine advertisements connected to Young Indian company.
Enforcement Directorate Raids Al-Falah University: Investigation Deepens After Delhi Blast Connections
Nov 18, 2025 01:01 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate has conducted raids at 25 locations linked to Al-Falah University amid investigations into its funding, after three doctors employed by the institution were identified as suspects in the Delhi blast case. The university faces scrutiny from multiple agencies including the Economic Offences Wing, while also dealing with accreditation issues and suspension from the Association of Indian Universities.
Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra Seek to Quash Rs 60-Crore Cheating Case in Bombay High Court
Nov 10, 2025 06:39 pm CST
Actor Shilpa Shetty and businessman Raj Kundra have petitioned the Bombay High Court to dismiss a Rs 60-crore cheating case filed against them by Mumbai police's economic offences wing. The couple claims the dispute is civil in nature, resulting from business failures after demonetisation, while complainant Deepak Kothari alleges they misused his investment funds for personal benefit.