Delhi High Court Rules Illegal Betting Profits as 'Proceeds of Crime' Under PMLA

Nov 26, 2025 03:19 pm CST

The Delhi High Court has ruled that profits from illegal betting constitute "proceeds of crime" under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act when funded by tainted money, regardless if betting itself isn't a scheduled offence. This landmark judgment strengthens the Enforcement Directorate's ability to pursue cases where illegal funds are diverted into various activities, potentially expanding PMLA's reach.