Neeraj Chauhan, senior associate editor with the National Political Bureau of Hindustan Times, writes on security, terrorism, corruption, laundering, black money, narcotics, and related policy matters while covering MHA, ED, CBI, NIA, IB, CVC, NHRC, CAG, Income Tax department, etc.
Articles by Neeraj Chauhan
Mahadev betting app case: CBI raids former CM Bhupesh Baghel, others
The federal agency is raiding several other individuals in the state as it is probing a larger conspiracy in the ₹6,000 crore betting scam.
Published on Mar 26, 2025 09:21 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
CBI to conclude probe into $210 million Embraer deal by November 2025
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) will conclude its probe in the $210 million Embraer deal, going on since 2016, by November this year, people familiar with the development said.
Published on Mar 25, 2025 07:32 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan, New Delhi
ED writes to EC for details on SDPI funding
The SDPI was founded in 2009, and is registered with ECI as a political party, but ED has alleged that it is funded by PFI.
Published on Mar 23, 2025 06:54 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan, New Delhi
No foul play in Sushant death: CBI
Rajput’s death sparked a national conversation about mental health stigma while exposing deep divisions, marked also by rapidly spreading conspiracy theories across social platforms
Published on Mar 23, 2025 06:48 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
CBI closes actor Sushant Singh Rajput death case; says no foul play
The closure report effectively gives a clean chit to actress Rhea Chakraborty and her family members.
Updated on Mar 23, 2025 04:51 AM IST
US chief justice to hear Tahawwur Rana’s plea against extradition on April 4
The US Supreme Court on January 21 rejected Rana’s plea against extradition to India and his surrender to NIA was approved by the Donald Trump administration.
Published on Mar 20, 2025 10:20 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
NIA probing trafficking gangs after quizzing US deportees: Govt in RS
Since January this year, 388 Indian nationals deemed as illegal immigrant in the US have been deported to India.
Published on Mar 20, 2025 08:00 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
2 convictions in 193 ED cases against politicians
The data also showed that there have been no acquittals, suggesting that the investigations are progressing. In some cases, it is likely that charge sheets have also not been filed.
Published on Mar 20, 2025 07:46 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
ED raids places linked to Soros-backed body
The agency found a money trail of ₹25 crore from Soros’ companies to several NGOs in India, officials said.
Published on Mar 19, 2025 07:14 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
ED quizzes Rabri Devi, Tej Pratap in land-for-jobs case; summons Lalu
ED officials said a fresh round of questioning was planned as there were certain additional facts in the case that had to be verified
Published on Mar 19, 2025 07:12 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
ED searches beneficiaries of George Soros' OSF in a FEMA probe
Officials said premises of individuals who had previously received funds from OSF for its activities in India were being searched
Updated on Mar 18, 2025 01:26 PM IST
ED issues summons to Lalu Prasad Yadav in money laundering probe
Lalu Yadav’s other family members including son Tej Pratap Yadav and wife Rabri Devi have also been asked to appear before the investigators on Tuesday, officials said
Published on Mar 18, 2025 09:25 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Delhi: President Murmu gives nod to probe against Satyendar Jain and Sisodia
President Murmu has approved an ACB probe into AAP leaders Sisodia and Jain over alleged ₹2,000 crore irregularities in school construction.
Published on Mar 14, 2025 04:00 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
New immigration & foreigners bill introduced in Parliament
The new bill puts the onus on educational & medical institutions, including hospitals and universities, as well as owners of private residences to inform authorities about foreigners staying in their facility
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 01:08 PM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Parl panel urges govt to complete census ‘at earliest’
The parliamentary committee on home affairs asked the Centre to complete the Census “at the earliest”
Updated on Mar 11, 2025 06:04 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan, New Delhi
Vanuatu PM orders Lalit Modi passport cancellation on India’s request
The move will potentially make Lalit Modi an illegal alien in the UK
Published on Mar 10, 2025 12:01 PM IST
ED raids premises linked to ex-Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel’s son
The alleged irregularities date back to 2019 and 2022 when officials of the state-run liquor retailer, the Chhattisgarh State Marketing Corporation Ltd, allegedly took bribes from distillers
Updated on Mar 10, 2025 09:56 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Shah lauds Goa’s new policing tool to analyse ‘radical content’
Union home minister Amit Shah was impressed with the tool and asked Intelligence Bureau chief to explore its possible use elsewhere as well
Published on Mar 09, 2025 07:08 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
CBI to probe nationwide gold smuggling networks
CBI has stepped in for a wider probe based on the inputs of the DRI which has alerted that smuggling networks supported by public servants are likely active at major airports
Published on Mar 09, 2025 06:54 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
CBI to probe gold smuggling networks, Ranya Rao case
CBI will look into the role of public servants including customs, police and other officers at airports apart from national networks of smugglers who organise transport of gold from foreign countries
Published on Mar 08, 2025 01:48 PM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Rana approaches US top court against extradition
With Rana finally being extradited to India, NIA officials hope to get information about exact role of conspirators based in Pakistan
Published on Mar 07, 2025 06:20 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
ED arrests SDPI chief, says party funded by banned PFI
The Centre alleged the outfit, whose members are largely based in Kerala, was fuelling radicalisation and involved in terror-funding
Published on Mar 05, 2025 07:34 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Agustawestland case: 11 years on, choppers probe remains stuck
CBI and ED's 11-year probe into the ₹3,727 crore VVIP chopper deal reveals Christian Michel's high-level lobbying, but no politicians named yet.
Published on Mar 05, 2025 06:54 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan, New Delhi
ED arrests national president of SDPI in money laundering probe
Faizy, officials said, was arrested at Delhi airport on Monday night under prevention of money laundering act (PMLA)
Updated on Mar 04, 2025 10:43 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
ED launches new probe against Karti in money laundering case
The latest probe under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) is based on a first information report (FIR), registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on January 1
Published on Mar 03, 2025 06:40 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan, New Delhi
Eliminate interstate gangs, fix Delhi traffic jams: Amit Shah’s to-do list for cops
Amit Shah said it should be the priority of Delhi Police to eliminate interstate gangs in Delhi with a ruthless approach
Updated on Feb 28, 2025 08:28 PM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Amit Shah to chair meeting reviewing law and order in Delhi
Officials said issues including status of implementation of new criminal laws, women safety, organised criminal gangs, cyber crimes and inter-state criminals are likely to be discussed
Published on Feb 28, 2025 11:08 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan
Lok Sabha delimitation: Shah allays fears, says no southern state to lose seats
On Tuesday, Stalin said that Tamil Nadu’s successful implementation of family planning policies had placed it at a disadvantage.
Updated on Feb 26, 2025 09:48 PM IST
₹3,339-cr assets restored to Ponzi scheme victims
The Agri Gold ponzi cases involved 3.2 million victims, with the current market value of the restituted properties estimated at over ₹6,000 crore, the agency said.
Published on Feb 25, 2025 08:06 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan, New Delhi
ED raids Canada gold heist accused’s residences in Mohali, Chandigarh
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday raided the residences of Simran Preet Panesar, key suspect in Canada’s biggest-ever gold heist, at Sector 79 in Mohali and Sector 38 in Chandigarh, two days after the federal agency registered a money laundering case in the crime that took place on foreign soil
Published on Feb 22, 2025 08:44 AM IST
Neeraj Chauhan