The investigation started after the Special Vigilance Unit filed an FIR in 2017. The agency found that the officer had taken money through corrupt practices during his postings in Sasaram, Benipur, Gopalganj, Siwan, and Patna. He also deposited part of the illegal money into the bank accounts of family members. Some funds were hidden with the help of relatives and shown as gifts.

These illegal earnings were later invested in property, deposits, KVPs, NSCs, and mutual funds. The total value of all assets is estimated at more than ₹1.52 crore. The investigation is still going on.

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According to the ED, financial scrutiny revealed a sophisticated supply chain linking Mizoram-based operatives to Gujarat firms, including Krishiv Enterprises, which allegedly supplied pseudoephedrine tablets and caffeine anhydrous valued at ₹4.54 crore in 2024–25. These chemicals—key precursors for methamphetamine—were allegedly routed to entities linked to Henry Lalbiakzinga, Laltluangzela, and Benjamin Lalawmpuai.

Investigators found that habitual offenders, including Abu Saleh Saif Uddin from Assam and Mizoram residents Zodinthara and Lalrampari, facilitated smuggling operations and hawala transactions. The ED also detected ties between Mizoram firms and Kolkata-based shell companies such as Mahasin Tradecom, managed by a suspect named Mohd. Zafar.

The probe uncovered a deeper cross-border nexus, where Myanmar nationals reportedly misused Indian GST identities to purchase chemical precursors. These substances were transported to Myanmar through the porous border and converted into methamphetamine tablets before being smuggled back into India, mainly through Mizoram.

ED officials reported suspicious financial activity, including ₹11 crore in credits in accounts linked to Abu Saleh and ₹52.8 crore in accounts connected to hawala operator Lalrampari. During the raids, officials seized ₹46.7 lakh in cash, along with digital records and documents. Twenty-one bank accounts suspected of holding proceeds of crime have been frozen under Section 17(1A) of PMLA.

The investigation is ongoing and is expected to uncover more links in the interstate and cross-border narcotics network.

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According to the ED, the operation included searches at 19 locations across Delhi, covering the premises of Al-Falah University and the residences of key personnel associated with the group. These searches were part of an ongoing probe into allegations that the Faridabad-based Al-Falah University obtained fraudulent accreditation through improper means.

Officials confirmed that incriminating documents, digital records, and financial trails were recovered during the searches, leading to Siddiqui’s arrest. The agency alleges that funds routed through the Al Falah Charitable Trust were manipulated and misused, violating money laundering norms.

The case stems from earlier complaints about suspicious financial transactions and questionable accreditation practices involving the university. The ED said Siddiqui will be produced before a special PMLA court, where further custody may be sought for interrogation.

The investigation continues as the ED examines the financial structure, records, and beneficiaries linked to the Al Falah Group.

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The fraudsters contacted the businessman between August 19 and October 8, forcing him to join a fake video inquiry and transferring Rs 58 crore from his accounts. Officials said the gang routed the stolen money abroad through multiple cryptocurrency wallets and commission-based bank accounts.

The Rs 58 crore digital arrest scam is part of a wider cybercrime trend targeting Indians through fear and fake law enforcement identities. Investigators believe such scams may have generated more than Rs 2,000 crore across India.

Cyber experts warn that “digital arrest” crimes are rising fast. Scammers use video calls to trap victims, claim to be police or agency officers, and pressure them to pay. Maharashtra Cyber has intensified efforts to trace the international syndicate and strengthen online safety measures.

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The ED has already questioned several high-profile figures, including cricketers Suresh Raina, Shikhar Dhawan, Robin Uthappa, and Yuvraj Singh. Former Trinamool Congress MP and actor Mimi Chakraborty, Bengali actor Ankush Hazra, and several female social media influencers have also appeared before the agency. Officials said more sportspersons, actors, and influencers may face questioning soon.

The agency is investigating how these personalities promoted the betting app, whether they knew online betting is banned in India, and the details of payments they received. They have sought copies of contracts, emails, and other relevant documents. Investigators also want to know whether payments were routed through hawala or banking channels and whether they came from India or abroad.

The ED’s probe forms part of a wider crackdown after the government banned real money online gaming. Officials allege the app duped crores of rupees from users and evaded taxes. They may attach assets of individuals found using alleged proceeds of crime.

The 1xBet platform, registered in Curacao, allows bets in 70 languages on thousands of sporting events. Market experts estimate the Indian online betting market was worth over $100 billion before the ban.

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