Enforcement Directorate
Delhi High Court Affirms PMLA as Comprehensive Framework for Combating Money Laundering
Nov 04, 2025 12:46 am CST
The Delhi High Court has issued a significant ruling on the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), affirming it as a comprehensive legal framework that provides fair procedures while empowering the Enforcement Directorate to combat financial crimes. The judgment clarifies the broad definition of "proceeds of crime," establishes money laundering as a continuing offense, and outlines proper legal remedies against property attachment orders.
Enforcement Directorate Attaches Rs 3,084 Crore Assets of Anil Ambani's Reliance Group in Money Laundering Probe
Nov 03, 2025 12:56 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached assets worth Rs 3,084 crore belonging to Anil Ambani's Reliance Group across nine Indian cities. The investigation focuses on alleged diversion and laundering of public funds raised through Reliance Home Finance Limited and Reliance Commercial Finance Limited between 2017-2019, with Yes Bank investments of over Rs 5,000 crore that later became non-performing assets.
Calcutta High Court Seeks CAG for Forensic Audit After SEBI Withdraws from Rose Valley Scam Investigation
Nov 01, 2025 01:11 am CST
The Calcutta High Court is pursuing the Comptroller and Auditor General to conduct a forensic audit in the Rose Valley chit fund scam after SEBI's withdrawal. With Rs 17,000 crore still unrecovered from the total Rs 17,500 crore owed to investors, the court insists on a thorough investigation before proceeding with further arguments. The court has also rejected proposals to use depositors' funds for engaging external agencies.
Chennai ED Office Bomb Threat Confirmed as Hoax After Thorough Security Sweep
Oct 31, 2025 07:29 pm CST
A bomb threat targeting the Enforcement Directorate's Southern Regional Office in Chennai prompted an immediate security response Thursday morning. Police, bomb squad, and canine units conducted a comprehensive search of the Shastri Bhavan premises after an anonymous email claimed an explosive device was planted in the building. After a thorough inspection, authorities confirmed the threat was a hoax and are now investigating the source of the false alarm.
PMLA Tribunal Upholds ED's Attachment of Karti Chidambaram's Assets, Rejects Covid Delay Argument
Oct 31, 2025 04:45 pm CST
The Appellate Tribunal under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act has dismissed Karti P. Chidambaram's appeal against the Enforcement Directorate's attachment of his assets, ruling that the delayed prosecution complaint was protected by Supreme Court's Covid-19 limitation extensions. The attachment of his ₹16.05 crore Jor Bagh property share and multiple bank accounts will continue, though possession can only be taken under exceptional circumstances.
Former Chhattisgarh CM's Son Denied Bail in Multi-Crore Liquor Scam Investigation
Oct 29, 2025 03:42 pm CST
A special court in Raipur has rejected bail for Chaitanya Baghel, son of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, in connection with an alleged Rs 2,000 crore liquor scam. The Enforcement Directorate has accused him of laundering money through shell companies while the investigation reaches a crucial stage.
Enforcement Directorate Uncovers Alleged Cash for Jobs Scam in Tamil Nadu Government Ahead of Election
Oct 29, 2025 03:27 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate has uncovered an alleged cash for jobs scam in Tamil Nadu's Municipal Administration and Water Supply department, potentially involving bribes of Rs 25-35 lakh per position for over 2,500 government jobs. This development emerges months before Assembly elections as opposition parties continue to target the ruling DMK government over corruption allegations.
Tamil Actors K Srikanth and Krishna Kumar Summoned by ED in Cocaine-Related Money Laundering Investigation
Oct 24, 2025 02:55 pm CST
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Tamil actors K Srikanth and Krishna Kumar for questioning in a money laundering case connected to alleged cocaine trafficking. The investigation stems from a Chennai Police FIR filed in June, with both actors previously arrested and later granted conditional bail by the Madras High Court in July. Former AIADMK functionary T Prasad was also arrested for allegedly supplying cocaine to Srikanth and others.
Belgium Court Approves Mehul Choksi Extradition: Inside the Prison Cell Awaiting PNB Fraud Accused
Oct 22, 2025 08:24 pm CST
A Belgium court has cleared the way for fugitive diamond merchant Mehul Choksi's extradition to India, rejecting his claims about poor Indian jail conditions. The court was presented with detailed images of Arthur Road Jail showing a secure, well-ventilated cell with proper amenities where the PNB fraud accused would be housed if extradited. Choksi, who fled India in 2018, has 15 days to appeal the decision to the Belgian Supreme Court.
Belgium Court Approves Mehul Choksi's Extradition to India in PNB Fraud Case: Legal Analysis and Next Steps
Oct 22, 2025 01:41 pm CST
A Belgian court has approved the extradition of fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi to India, finding no legal barriers to his transfer. The court dismissed Choksi's claims of potential persecution, ruling that charges related to the Rs 13,850 crore Punjab National Bank fraud are serious enough to justify extradition. While Choksi can appeal within 15 days, the ruling represents a significant step toward bringing the 65-year-old businessman to justice in India.