In a major setback to Indian probe agencies, the Interpol removed fugitive Mehul Choksi, accused of committing a Rs 11,356.84 crore loan fraud case with the Punjab National Bank (PNB), fron its 'red' notice list.
Choksi was added to red notice list in December 2018. As per sources, authorities concerned of the Indian government objected to the move of Interpol but it didn't budge on the decision
This is a setback to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and Enforcement Directorate (ED) which were waiting for his deportation.
However, officials probing the matter said that it will not much affect Choksi's extradition from Antigua.
Choksi is currently in the Caribbean island nation and Indian authorities have asked Antiguan authorities to extradite him so that he could be prosecuted.
Nine held with narcotics worth Rs 30 Lakh at Agartala Railway Station
In a joint operation, the Government Railway Police (GRP) and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) apprehended nine individuals and seized narcotics worth Rs 30 lakh from a parcel van of a train at Agartala Railway Station late Monday night.
PACs to be computerized, multi-purpose PACs at Panchayat level Soon: CM
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today said that initiatives have been taken to strengthen PACs by computerizing them and to establish multi-purpose PACs at the Panchayat level.
CBI arrests one Assam man from Maharashtra in Tripura Chit Fund Scam case
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Delhi Police, EC indulge in hooliganism against AAP, ignore BJP's misconduct: Kejriwal
Former Delhi Chief Minister and AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal sharply criticised the Delhi Police and the Election Commission on Tuesday for what he described as their biased and unprofessional behaviour in handling election-related issues claiming that they were indulging in "hooliganism" against the AAP and were covering the BJP's misconduct.
Delhi CM Atishi booked for violating MCC; her supporters for attacking police
The Delhi Police on Tuesday registered two cases - first against Chief Minister Atishi for violation of the Model Code of Conduct and another against her supporters for obstructing government work and attacking police.
UNGA President to visit India from today to deepen multilateral ties on global issues
United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Philemon Yang is set to embark on an official visit to India from February 4 to February 8 at the invitation of the Government of India.
Light rainfall graces Delhi-NCR, brings down temperature, improves AQI
Delhi-NCR woke up to light rainfall on Tuesday morning, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting that showers will continue throughout the day.
Delhi Police on high alert ahead of Assembly elections, leads late-night patrolling
The South District Police conducted a late-night patrol, which was led by DCP Ankit Chauhan. The patrol was part of the ongoing efforts to ensure safety and prevent any untoward incidents during the election period.