Thiruvananthapuram, June 19 (IANS) Kerala’s Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday responded sharply to media queries on the Enforcement Directorate (ED) opening and examining the bank locker of his daughter Veena Vijayan in connection with the CMRL–Exalogic financial transaction case, saying there was nothing to hide.”Yes, they did come home also recently. So you can go with your camera and see what’s there in it. Please go and check,” Vijayan told the media when asked about the ED…
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Kochi, June 18 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday intensified its investigation into the alleged international organ trafficking network operating through Kerala, carrying out simultaneous searches at five locations, including private hospitals in Kochi and the residences of suspected intermediaries.The searches are part of the money laundering investigation into an alleged racket that facilitated illegal organ transactions by bringing together donors and recipients through a ne…
Kochi, June 13 (IANS) Travancore Devaswom Board’s former Administrative Officer and Sabarimala gold scam second accused Murari Babu died at a private hospital, where he was undergoing treatment for cancer, here on Saturday.Murari Babu was under investigation in connection with the alleged theft of gold-plated panels from the Sabarimala temple’s door frames and ‘Dwarapalaka’ (guardian deity) sculptures.A native of Perunna in Changanassery, ge died at Amrita Hospital after being diagnosed with c…
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The Indian Navy successfully completed a complex operation involving the recovery of an unexploded missile warhead from the crude oil tanker MT Olympic Life which was on its way from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Kochi, an official said on Thursday. The Marshall Islands-flagged tanker, which did not have any Indian nationals onboard, was on passage from UAE’s Fujairah to Kochi reported an explosion in its hull, while off the coast of Oman on May 26, the official sai…
Kochi, June 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday intensified its investigation in the Exalogic-CMRL case, marking a significant escalation in proceedings with the issuance of summons to Veena Vijayan, daughter of former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.She has been directed to appear before the agency on Friday for questioning. Alongside her, summonses have also been served on eight officials of CMRL, as part of a broader probe into alleged financial irregularities.According to of…
Kochi, June 8 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has received a major boost in the ‘Masappadi’ case, with a special PMLA Court in Kochi ordering the transfer of crucial documents related to the financial transactions between Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter Veena Thaikandi and mineral company CMRL.The court directed that certified copies of 134 key documents seized by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) be handed over to the ED, which is probing alleged financial i…
Kochi, June 8 (IANS) In a major crackdown on an alleged illegal immigration network operating in Kerala, central agencies have arrested a suspected syndicate member along with nine Bangladeshi nationals during a joint operation in Kottarakkara in Kollam district.The operation was carried out by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and Military Intelligence as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal infiltration and the use of forged identity documents by foreign nationals residing in the state.T…
Kochi, June 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condoled the demise of veteran Malayalam actor Salim Kumar, describing him as a versatile performer whose memorable roles left a lasting impression on Indian cinema. In a condolence message posted on X, the Prime Minister said he was deeply saddened by the actor’s passing.“Deeply saddened by the passing of veteran actor Shri Salim Kumar Ji. Over the course of a distinguished career, he made a mark with his versatility and memorable …
Kochi, June 7 (IANS) Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan on Sunday paid an emotional tribute to veteran actor Salim Kumar, describing his death as not merely the loss of a gifted artist to Malayalam cinema, but a deeply personal loss of “a brother”.The beloved actor, who passed away late Saturday night at a private hospital in Kochi following health complications, will be laid to rest at his residence in North Paravur on Sunday evening. He was 56.In a heartfelt condolence message, CM Sathee…
Kochi, June 6 (IANS) Popular Malayalam actor and National Award winner Salim Kumar has been admitted to Amrita Hospital in Kochi following health related concerns.The 56-year-old actor, who had been undergoing treatment for various health issues over the past few days, has been placed on ventilator support after doctors assessed his condition to be serious.A team of specialist doctors of the hospital is closely monitoring Salim Kumar’s health and continuing treatment.However, hospital authoritie…