A Delhi Court issued notice to the Special Director of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) after the agency's counsel gave an "offensive" and "derogatory" response to a query. The court was hearing an application in a money laundering case filed by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who was recently cleared by the Supreme Court. The judge also mentioned a previous case where the ED's counsel made a false submission and cited the high court mandate on not granting unnecessary adjournments. In a separate incident, two members of the 'Thak-Thak gang' were recently arrested by the Delhi Police.
Enforcement Directorate, Money Laundering, and Legal Proceedings in India
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is a specialized financial investigation agency responsible for combating money laundering and other financial crimes in India. In recent times, the ED has been involved in several high-profile cases related to money laundering, including the investigation against Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar.
Delhi Court Notice to ED Special Director
In a recent development, a Delhi Court issued a notice to the Special Director of the Enforcement Directorate after the agency's counsel gave an "offensive" and "derogatory" response to a query. The court was hearing an application in a money laundering case filed by D K Shivakumar, who had been cleared by the Supreme Court earlier.
The court expressed its displeasure with the ED's counsel's behavior, noting that it was "inappropriate" and "unbecoming" of an officer of the court. The judge also mentioned a previous case where the ED's counsel had made a false submission, highlighting the importance of maintaining accuracy and professionalism in legal proceedings.
Arrest of 'Thak-Thak' Gang Members
In a separate incident, two members of the 'Thak-Thak' gang were recently arrested by the Delhi Police. The 'Thak-Thak' gang is known for targeting elderly people and tricking them into withdrawing money from their bank accounts.
The police arrested the accused based on a complaint filed by a retired government employee who was allegedly duped of Rs. 8 lakh. The accused were identified as Kuldeep and Mahesh, and they were reportedly linked to several other similar cases.
FAQs
1. What is money laundering?
Money laundering is the process of concealing the origins of illegally obtained money by transferring it through legitimate businesses or financial transactions.
2. What is the role of the Enforcement Directorate in India?
The Enforcement Directorate is responsible for investigating money laundering and other financial crimes under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
3. What happened in the case against D K Shivakumar?
D K Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, was cleared by the Supreme Court of charges related to money laundering. However, the Enforcement Directorate has continued to pursue the case, which is currently being heard in a Delhi Court.
4. What is the 'Thak-Thak' gang?
The 'Thak-Thak' gang is a group of criminals who target elderly people and trick them into withdrawing money from their bank accounts.
5. What is the significance of the Delhi Court's notice to the ED Special Director?
The Delhi Court's notice highlights the importance of maintaining professionalism and accuracy in legal proceedings. It also serves as a reminder of the need for accountability and transparency in the investigation and prosecution of financial crimes.
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