ED – News Analysis India https://newsanalysisindia.com The news you need to know, explained Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 ED Raids Anil Ambani’s Reliance Infra in Mumbai and Indore https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/ed-raids-anil-ambanis-reliance-infra-in-mumbai-and-indore/ Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/ed-raids-anil-ambanis-reliance-infra-in-mumbai-and-indore/ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is conducting searches at six premises in Indore and Mumbai linked to Anil Ambani’s Reliance Infra. The raids are part of an investigation under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) concerning the alleged illegal transfer of funds abroad. Updates on this developing story will be provided as they become available. Please refresh the page for the latest information.

]]> Enforcement Directorate Seizes ₹2.2 Crore in Money-Laundering Probe Against Goa Casino https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/enforcement-directorate-seizes-%e2%82%b92-2-crore-in-money-laundering-probe-against-goa-casino/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/enforcement-directorate-seizes-%e2%82%b92-2-crore-in-money-laundering-probe-against-goa-casino/ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at 15 locations associated with casinos, restaurants, hotels, and other establishments in Goa, Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Rajkot. The two-day operation, carried out on Sunday and Monday, resulted in the seizure of ₹2.25 crore in cash and $14,000, equivalent to ₹8.5 lakh. The investigation targeted premises linked to Big Daddy Casino, M/s. Golden Globe Hotels Pvt. Ltd., and M/s. Worldwide Resorts and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. Golden Globe Hotels Pvt. Ltd. operates two casinos in Goa: the offshore casino Big Daddy and Casino Strike. The ED’s investigation revealed that poker chips were provided to customers in exchange for foreign currency, and winnings were disbursed in foreign currency based on customer requirements. Cryptocurrency wallets belonging to poker players were also utilized for financial transactions. Multiple online casino platforms, including rolex777.co, iCasino247.com, play247s.com, Win Daddy, and Poker Daddy, were actively promoted by casino staff. Furthermore, the agency uncovered the use of angadia services through crypto wallets to facilitate USDT transfers both to Dubai and various global locations. Several mule accounts were identified as being used for the deposit and withdrawal of gambling winnings, which were then transferred abroad. Cryptocurrencies, including USDT valued at over ₹90 lakh, were found and frozen during the operation. Incriminating documents and digital evidence, which establish violations of FEMA provisions and linkages with cross-border hawala/crypto transactions, were seized.

]]> ED Raids Uncover Illegal Forex Trading in Goa, Cracks Down on Network https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/ed-raids-uncover-illegal-forex-trading-in-goa-cracks-down-on-network/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/ed-raids-uncover-illegal-forex-trading-in-goa-cracks-down-on-network/ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a major operation in Goa, exposing an illegal foreign exchange trading operation at the Mapusa Municipal Market. On September 26, 2025, the ED raided a shop called Loja Shamu under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, seizing a significant amount of foreign and Indian currency, documents, and digital evidence. The action began following the seizure of approximately $35,000 USD (around 29 lakh rupees) in foreign currency by Goa Airport Customs. Investigation revealed that the money was linked to an illegal forex network operating in the Mapusa Market, prompting the ED to form a team and take action. During the search, approximately 3 lakh in foreign currency, 13 lakh in Indian cash, chat records related to illegal forex transactions, and two mobile phones were recovered.

]]> Breaking: ED Raids in Chhattisgarh Targeting Businesses in Raipur and Bilaspur https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/breaking-ed-raids-in-chhattisgarh-targeting-businesses-in-raipur-and-bilaspur/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/breaking-ed-raids-in-chhattisgarh-targeting-businesses-in-raipur-and-bilaspur/ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated action in Chhattisgarh, conducting raids on the premises of prominent business entities in Raipur and Bilaspur. Investigations are currently underway. Sources indicate the raids are connected to inquiries into potential irregularities and funding related to real estate and business transactions.

Information received suggests that ED teams have targeted the residences and offices of Sanjay Raheja, a director of the Raheja Group, located in Raipur’s Jawahar Market. The ED team has been conducting investigations since morning.

Simultaneously, in Bilaspur, ED teams have raided the locations of Meenakshi Sales and the Sultania Group. Early this morning, ED teams arrived in two vehicles at Kranti Nagar to conduct the raids. The ED is currently investigating both locations.

]]> Breaking: ED Raids Raheja Group in Chhattisgarh https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/breaking-ed-raids-raheja-group-in-chhattisgarh/ Fri, 26 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/breaking-ed-raids-raheja-group-in-chhattisgarh/ A significant development is unfolding in Chhattisgarh as the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched an investigation. The focus of the investigation is the Raheja Group, a prominent real estate company in the state. Reports indicate that ED teams arrived at the company’s premises this morning with a large contingent and have begun scrutinizing documents.

]]> ED Seizes Assets Worth ₹94 Crore in Assam Land Scam https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/ed-seizes-assets-worth-%e2%82%b994-crore-in-assam-land-scam/ Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/ed-seizes-assets-worth-%e2%82%b994-crore-in-assam-land-scam/ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has seized assets worth ₹94.22 crore in connection with a land scam linked to the All India Services Officers Cooperative Group Housing Society in Assam. The Guwahati Zonal Office provisionally attached eight properties belonging to Rajendra Nath on September 18, 2025. This case involves a society comprising IAS, IPS, and IFS officers.

The ED initiated the action based on an FIR filed at the Basistha police station in Guwahati. The FIR accused S সৌতিক Goswami, Rajendra Nath, and others of criminal conspiracy, fraud, and breach of trust.

]]> Former IAS Officer Alok Shukla Arrested, Granted 28-Day ED Remand https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/former-ias-officer-alok-shukla-arrested-granted-28-day-ed-remand/ Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/former-ias-officer-alok-shukla-arrested-granted-28-day-ed-remand/ In connection with the controversial Chhattisgarh Civil Supplies Corporation scam, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested two former IAS officers, Alok Shukla and Anil Tuteja. A special court has authorized a 28-day ED remand for both individuals. Alok Shukla, the former Chief Secretary, surrendered at the special ED court in Raipur on Monday morning. Upon acceptance of his application by the court, the ED team took him into custody. Anil Tuteja was already in judicial custody, and the ED secured his presence through a production warrant to complete the legal arrest procedures. The ED argued in court that Alok Shukla was the chairman of the corporation and Anil Tuteja was the secretary when the scam came to light. According to the investigating agency, allegations of financial irregularities and alleged bribery amounting to crores of rupees were made during their tenure. The ED maintains that thorough questioning based on documentary evidence is necessary, which is not possible within a short period of custody. Previously, both officers had received anticipatory bail from the High Court. However, a two-member bench of the Supreme Court dismissed it, clarifying that a two-week ED custody followed by a two-week judicial custody was mandatory. The court also noted that these officers had attempted to influence the investigation that began in 2015.

]]> ED Summons BJP Worker Over Rahul Gandhi’s Citizenship Claims https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/ed-summons-bjp-worker-over-rahul-gandhis-citizenship-claims/ Sun, 07 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/ed-summons-bjp-worker-over-rahul-gandhis-citizenship-claims/ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned a BJP worker from Karnataka who filed a petition in the Allahabad High Court alleging that Rahul Gandhi is a British citizen. The individual, identified as S. Vignesh Shishir, has been asked to appear before the central investigation agency on September 9th. ED sources revealed that Shishir is required to present himself with all evidence and documents related to the case under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).

The investigation is focused on these allegations. Under FEMA, the ED investigates complaints related to violations of foreign exchange laws by individuals and companies. When the Congress party was asked for a reaction on this matter, it declined to comment.

]]> ED Raids Terror Funding Network, Seizes Assets of Raju Khan https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/ed-raids-terror-funding-network-seizes-assets-of-raju-khan/ Sat, 06 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/ed-raids-terror-funding-network-seizes-assets-of-raju-khan/ In a significant victory against terrorism, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has cracked down on a major terror funding racket linked to the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and the Indian Mujahideen (IM), both proscribed terrorist organizations. As part of the operation, the ED provisionally seized the immovable assets of Raju Khan, a key member of the network, worth crores of rupees. This action was taken under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, demonstrating the Indian investigative agencies’ commitment to dismantling the roots of terror financing. The case is not limited to the seizure of one individual’s assets; it reveals a complex and meticulously planned terror funding network that has been operating in the country for years. According to investigators, Raju Khan was a crucial part of this network. Forensic examination of his bank accounts revealed that he received a total of Rs 48.82 lakh. Of this amount, Rs 42.47 lakh was allegedly sent to members of the proscribed organizations. These transactions were carried out under the instructions of Khalid, based in Pakistan, and his associate Dheeraj Sao in India. The funds, which amounted to lakhs of rupees, were channeled to sleeper cells and operatives across various parts of the country to facilitate their terrorist activities.

]]> ED Attaches Assets Worth ₹6.34 Lakhs of Raju Khan in SIMI-IM Funding Case https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/ed-attaches-assets-worth-%e2%82%b96-34-lakhs-of-raju-khan-in-simi-im-funding-case/ Sat, 06 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/ed-attaches-assets-worth-%e2%82%b96-34-lakhs-of-raju-khan-in-simi-im-funding-case/ The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets worth approximately ₹6.34 lakhs belonging to Raju Khan in connection with a terror funding case. This action was taken under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The case is linked to banned organizations like the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and the Indian Mujahideen (IM).

The investigation originated from an FIR registered at the Khamtarai police station in Raipur. The FIR alleged that certain bank accounts in India were being used to channel funds to terrorists at the behest of Khalid, a person based in Pakistan. The investigation revealed that a person named Dheeraj Sao, also known as Dheeraj Kumar, was utilizing several bank accounts at Khalid’s direction.

It is alleged that cash deposits were made by various individuals, and these funds were then transferred to individuals like Zubair Hussain, Ayesha Bano, and Raju Khan. In this entire network, Raju Khan was a key link. A total of ₹48.82 lakhs in cash was deposited into his bank account. Out of this, he forwarded ₹42.47 lakhs to individuals associated with SIMI and IM and retained approximately 13%, i.e., ₹6.34 lakhs, as commission.

According to the information available, the NIA had obtained evidence indicating that these funds were reaching terrorists associated with SIMI and the Indian Mujahideen. Dheeraj was arrested in Raipur in 2013. His cousin, Shrawan, was also apprehended at that time. Based on the inputs received from them, Zubair and Ayesha, residents of Mangalore, were also arrested, although Raju Khan was absconding at the time. Currently, all the accused in this case are in Raipur Central Jail.

So far, the ED has attached movable and immovable assets totaling ₹9.15 lakhs in this case. Further investigation is ongoing. The ED is trying to ascertain the involvement of other individuals in this matter.

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