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Arrest of Chandrababu Naidu: Unraveling the Multi-Crore Skill Development Scam

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Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu had previously expressed concerns about the possibility of his arrest.

N Chandrababu Naidu, the president of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, was arrested in connection with a multi-crore scam involving the Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC). Several TDP leaders were also placed under house arrest following Naidu’s arrest.

A substantial police force, led by Nandyal range DIG Raghurami Reddy and the Crime Investigation Department (CID), arrived at RK Function Hall while Naidu was in his caravan. TDP supporters gathered in large numbers and resisted the police, with SPG forces initially preventing access to Naidu.

Ultimately, at around 6 am, the police succeeded in arresting the TDP leader, and he is currently being transported to Vijayawada. Naidu was arrested on non-bailable charges under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.

This arrest comes shortly after Naidu predicted his potential arrest during a public interaction in Anantapur district, where he alleged that he could even face physical attacks.

In March, the Crime Investigation Department of the Andhra Pradesh police initiated an investigation into an alleged scam worth ₹3,300 crore in the APSSDC during the previous Telugu Desam Party regime. The investigation followed notices issued to Arja Srikanth, a former Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer who served as the CEO of APSSDC in 2016, based on statements from an accused turned approver and depositions by three IAS officers.

The APSSDC was established during the TDP government’s tenure in 2016 to provide skill training to unemployed youth. The investigation revealed various irregularities, including the lack of a standard tendering process, bypassing cabinet approval, misappropriation of funds, and the diversion of government-allocated funds to shell companies through hawala transactions. Siemens Industry Software India, which was part of the project, also faced internal inquiries into its involvement.

Naidu’s arrest is a significant development in this ongoing investigation into the alleged scam involving the APSSDC.

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Cashe company recovery team calling into my office landline number using abusive language given galis. Fake calls like speaking blue dart then use galis see screenshot Loan number 999990011925308

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Array of Charges Against Robert Vadra: Not the First Probe He Faces

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In a notable development, Robert Vadra has been named in a chargesheet related to a money laundering case involving arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari, according to the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The agency alleges Vadra’s connection to a London property, considering it “proceeds of crime.” This marks the first time Vadra has been implicated in a chargesheet related to a money laundering case. The ED chargesheet discloses Sanjay Bhandari’s undisclosed foreign income and assets, including London properties, with CC Thampi and Sumit Chadha implicated in concealing and using these “proceeds of crime.” Thampi, identified as a “close associate” of Vadra, played a role in renovating and occupying the London property mentioned. The ED has initiated money laundering cases against Vadra regarding the purchase of London properties, allegedly linked to kickbacks from a 2009 petroleum deal under the UPA regime. Vadra also faces accusations in a 2010 FIR related to land transactions in Gurgaon and a 2015 money laundering case involving Skylight Hospitality’s transactions concerning land in Bikaner. The BJP raised the Vadra-DLF land deal as a major issue in the 2014 Haryana assembly elections, prompting an inquiry. This overview details the legal cases and controversies surrounding Sonia Gandhi’s son-in-law Robert Vadra over the years.

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From Laborers to Engineers – Complete Profiles of Accused Nailers in Parliament

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Four individuals who were arrested for attempting to breach the security of the Parliament building have now had their complete profiles revealed. Some of them have previously participated in protests, while others have backgrounds as laborers and e-rickshaw drivers.

The incident involving the immediate arrest of four individuals occurred when, during the proceedings of the Lok Sabha, two people, Sagar Sharma and Manoranjan D, jumped inside, releasing colored smoke using ‘ken’ and chanting slogans. Some MPs managed to apprehend them. Simultaneously, two other individuals, Amol Shinde and Neelam Devi, outside the Parliament premises, released colorful smoke using ‘ken’ and began chanting slogans. The police reported that the planning for this incident involved a group of six people, and these four individuals were part of that group. Now, let’s delve into the detailed profiles of these four detainees.

Neelam – MPhil and NET qualified: Neelam, the individual who entered the Parliament premises and released colored smoke, has an impressive academic background. She has pursued multiple degrees, including B.A, M.A, B.Ed, M.Ed, SET, MPhil, and NET. Hailing from Ghaso Khurd, a village in Jind, Haryana, Neelam has actively participated in various movements, including the farmers’ agitation. Additionally, she is a co-founder of a progressive youth organization. Neelam’s family background includes her father, who is a carpenter, and her younger brother, who has shared that she was preparing for the Civil Services examinations in Haryana.

Manoranjan – Engineer in Entertainment, Good Relations with MP Pratap: Manoranjan, the person who leaped inside the Parliament during the Lok Sabha proceedings, is a 35-year-old unmarried engineer. His father, a farmer, mentioned that Manoranjan had been studying in college and actively involved in student politics, but his ideological inclinations were not known. Manoranjan’s father, Devaraj, highlighted that his son reads books, especially those of Swami Vivekananda. Interestingly, he also mentioned that Manoranjan shares good relations with Member of Parliament Pratap Simha.

Sagar – E-rickshaw Driver with Background in Lucknow: Sagar Sharma, the individual who operates an e-rickshaw and jumped inside the Lok Sabha gallery, is originally from Ramnagar, Alam Bagh, Lucknow. Sagar’s family background includes his father working as a carpenter. While Sagar has only completed his 12th grade, there is uncertainty regarding his activities in Bengaluru, as his family claims to be unaware of them.

Amol – Laborer Preparing for the Army: Amol Shinde, the person involved in releasing colored smoke outside Parliament, is a 25-year-old resident of Jari, Latur, Maharashtra. He comes from a family of laborers, and Amol was preparing for the army. His family members mentioned that he left home a few days ago, stating that he was going to Delhi for a job interview.

It’s worth noting that these individuals were part of a larger group of six individuals involved in planning the breach of Parliament security. While four are in police custody, the details about the remaining two are not available at the moment.

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