Investigation

SEBI observed a significant gap between Angel One’s internal audits and regulatory findings. While the broker’s own audit of the three APs had not reported any irregularities, SEBI’s inspection uncovered several violations,

Motilal Oswal Financials settles Sebi probe in suspected front-running case for Rs 34.85 Lakh

Sebi following the probe, the regulator issued a show cause notice to the firm on February 20, 2025, alleging that the broker failed to exercise due skill and care by not keeping evidence of client order instructions.

Sebi bars API maker Par Drugs from slump sale, orders independent valuation and fairness opinion

The Sebi investigation follows a complaint alleging that PDCL’s slump sale is being executed at an artificially low valuation to benefit promoter-related entities at the expense of public shareholders.

Jane Street’s SAT appeal says Sebi sat on escrow, algo firm’s no-trade conduct out of good faith

Global algo firm Jane Street has alleged that key evidence was withheld, and restrictions were lifted with a delay, while it has pointed to its own restraint as proof of bona fide conduct, in an appeal before the Securities Appellate Tribunal.

SEBI directs Katalyst Software to refund NCD investors with 15% interest

Sebi order comes in the wake of a complaint by former promoter Rahul Dilip Shah, who had alleged irregularities in the pledge of his shares and collusion between Karvy and the majority shareholder group.

Bogus trusts suspected of laundering CSR funds uncovered in I-T raids, search set to widen

A suspected CSR-linked laundering network is under probe after I-T Department uncovered bogus trusts in recent raids. A multi-city crackdown is now on cards to identify the corporates involved with such trusts.

Sebi cracked down on 89 market manipulators in FY25 through surveillance and analytics

Sebi said it has added multiple new data sources and new analytics tools that have significantly streamlined analysis, reduced time and manual effort, thus improving accuracy in identifying violators.

Sebi buying the cool tool for faster investigations

Sebi uses various tech-based solutions to analyse the trading patterns and data. Based on such inputs, it builds a case against manipulators.

SFIO wraps probe into 33 Chinese loan apps; Prosecution likely

Reports on digital lending firms like Omlette and Jump Monkey submitted to MCA; crackdown on predatory fintech apps intensifies

Axis MF's former Risk Head settles case with Sebi for tipping off relatives

Sebi had conducted a detailed inspection covering governance-related aspects of Axis Mutual Fund through a forensic audit for the period from April 1, 2020, to September 30, 2022.

Budget 2025: Finance Bill likely to upgrade income tax application with AI for efficient audits, flagging of frauds and enhanced capacity

ITBA is the core platform used by income tax officers for audits, investigations, penalties, appeals and compliance management, and its enhanced version will also mean real-time tracking of returns, refunds and assessments for taxpayers.

Secret Service Director and Rep. Fallon Exchange Heated Hearing Over 9/11 Ceremony | N18G

On December 5, 2024, Acting U.S. Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe engaged in a heated exchange with Texas Representative Pat Fallon during a House hearing investigating two failed assassination attempts on former President Trump. The exchange escalated when Fallon questioned Rowe about his attendance at a September 11, 2021, anniversary ceremony, asking whether he was there to provide protection for high-level officials. Rowe strongly objected, telling Fallon not to invoke 9/11 for political purposes and defended his presence at the ceremony, stating he was there to represent the Secret Service. Rowe also addressed ongoing issues within the agency, stating that he was working to eliminate the "do-more-with-less" mindset, which had degraded the Secret Service. He highlighted efforts to address staffing shortages, announcing plans to hire 650 special agents and 350 uniformed officers in the coming months. Despite the tense exchange, Rowe received praise from many Republicans for his cooperation with the investigation.

CBDT’S reform push: Mulls separation of investigation, assessment roles for fairer income-tax process

The CBDT had sent 1 lakh tax notices last year. With the proposed move, it hopes to bring in more efficiency in handling tax evasion and mitigate potential bias.

MCA probing Snapdeal, part of a wider investigation into past Chinese investments in 700 companies

The company says it has responded to the ministry's queries and has no Chinese investor now

MCA’s Byju’s investigation likely to focus on use of SPV funds: Official

The ROC, which operates under the ministry of corporate affairs, has completed an initial probe into Byju’s and has recommended a further investigation.

Bengaluru Blast Case: NIA detains two key suspects from Bengal in major breakthrough

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has apprehended Mussavir Hussain Shazib, the primary suspect responsible for the explosion at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru on March 1, along with his accomplice Abdul Matheen Taahaa. Both Shazib and Taahaa, residents of Thirthahalli in Karnataka's Shivamogga district, were found hiding in East Midnapore’s Digha.

Exclusive: MCA to complete probe into Hero MotoCorp, MG Motor by June

The government ordered an investigation on Hero MotoCorp in June 2023 to probe an alleged violation of corporate governance norms and fund diversion.

Navy begins investigation into attack on merchant vessel off India's west coast

Indian Navy initiates investigation into a suspected drone strike on a cargo vessel en route to Mangalore in the Arabian Sea, currently heading towards Mumbai.

Independent probe found no South African arms supplied to Russia, says President Ramaphosa

The allegations were first made in May by US Ambassador to South Africa Reuben Brigety during a media briefing at the US Embassy in Pretoria.

CBI takes over investigation into Balasore train accident, files FIR

The central probe agency was roped in after a preliminary inquiry flagged tampering with the electronic interlocking system, which detects the presence of trains, and officials suspected "sabotage" behind the Friday accident.

Ukraine investigating dam blast as war crime, prosecutors say

The prosecutors said in comments sent to Reuters that they had started "urgent investigations" into the destruction of the Nova Kakhovka hydroelectric dam.

Chintels Paradiso case: Residents unhappy with pace of CBI investigation, demand speedy resolution

Residents have sought time till July 31 to vacate the flats, and also demanded that the builder continue to pay rent. They also said that the builder should not ask for Rs 1,000 psf from those opting for reconstruction of flats

Mannapuram Finance MD secures stay on ED probe into money laundering charges

The court has asked Nandakumar to seek approval from the investigating agency before dealing in his moveable assets that were reportedly frozen by the ED

Three top brokers face probe for Money laundering, fraudulent trading charges

The three brokers have also been found to have been connected to PEPs (politically exposed persons) and the role of a key family member of a senior political leader in a key industrial state is also being investigated.

Adani-Hindenurg probe: SEBI seeks six more months from SC to investigate

The markets regulator sought more time as the investigation/examination relating to 12 suspicious transactions alleged in the Hindenburg report are complex and would require time to complete a proper investigation.