liquor scam
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.
Supreme Court Questions ED's Jurisdiction in Tamil Nadu Liquor Scam Investigation: Federal Structure at Stake
Oct 14, 2025 07:15 pm CST
The Supreme Court has raised significant questions about federalism while examining the Enforcement Directorate's investigation into alleged irregularities at Tamil Nadu's state-run liquor corporation (TASMAC). Chief Justice BR Gavai questioned whether the central agency was infringing on state investigation rights, as the DMK government argues it had already filed 47 FIRs. The case highlights tensions between central agencies and state governments, with allegations of political vendetta emerging ahead of upcoming Assembly elections.
Bhupesh Baghel's Son Handled Rs 1000-Crore Of 'Liquor Scam' Proceeds: Probe Agency
Sep 16, 2025 08:19 pm CST
Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, was at the helm of the syndicate behind the "liquor scam" in Chhattisgarh and personally handled nearly Rs 1,000 crore generated from it, the ED has alleged