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ED raids 16 locations, seizes Rs 40 lakh and gold
Times of India··17 Jul
The Enforcement Directorate on July 16 conducted raids at 16 locations in West Bengal as part of a terror funding and infiltration probe under PMLA. Officials seized Rs 40 lakh in cash and 180 grams of gold coins from a seminary during the searches. The action targets alleged financial channels used to fund cross-border infiltration activities in the state.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Terror funding probes may lead to tighter financial scrutiny of institutions.
- West Bengal border infiltration concerns remain a national security priority.
- PMLA investigations can freeze assets and trigger prolonged legal proceedings.
What's Happening
- ED conducted raids at 16 West Bengal locations on July 16.
- Rs 40 lakh cash and 180 grams of gold coins were seized from a seminary.
- The probe targets alleged terror funding and infiltration channels under PMLA.
ED Probe Context
- The action is part of a broader infiltration and terror financing investigation.
- Searches covered multiple premises across Kolkata and surrounding areas.
- Officials are examining financial records linked to cross-border activities.
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