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NDTV
9 hours ago
- NDTV
Andhra Liquor Scam: Ex-Intelligence Chief Named in Supplementary Chargesheet
Hyderabad: The Special Investigating Team probing the alleged Rs 3500-crore liquor scam in Andhra Pradesh has named former Andhra intelligence chief, IPS officer PSR Anjaneyulu and consulting firm KPMG in a supplementary chargesheet. The 134-page supplementary chargesheet filed in the ACB court, gives new details of the alleged conspiracy that reportedly sheds light on the money trail and the proceeds of the illicit funds. Using call data records, the chargesheet claims that PSR Anjaneyulu had made 65 calls to a key accused within a two-hour window on a single day, indicating a potential connection to the scam. The supplementary chargesheet also highlights the role of Dr. Rajat Bhargava, an IAS officer and former Special Chief Secretary of Revenue, as a key whistleblower. The document says that Dr Bhargava made several attempts to alert the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) about malpractices in the excise department. However, according to the SIT, a specific directive came from the CMO, with Dhananjay Reddy allegedly instructing Dr Bhargava not to take any action. The SIT claims that consulting firm KPMG was hired to lend credibility to a deliberately flawed excise policy. The chargesheet alleges that KPMG officials met with the alleged key conspirators multiple times to draft a favourable policy. The most crucial element of this conspiracy, the manual indenting process, which allegedly favoured certain vendors, was a suggestion given by KPMG, it declares. The supplementary chargesheet details how the ill-gotten funds from the scam were routed and invested in assets. Raj Kasireddy, named accused no 1, allegedly used scam money to acquire 11 parcels of land, totalling over 30 acres in the Ranga Reddy district and Hyderabad. The SIT identifies Balaji Govindappa as a key conduit in the scam, detailing his role in the entire money trail. The chargesheet specifies that Govindappa used liquor scam money to purchase immovable assets in Bansuwada and three other locations, often in the names of his family members. The chargesheet alleges that Dhanunjaya Reddy and Krishna Mohan Reddy, who were in the CMO at that time, had allegedly purchased substantial assets, and it specifies the dates of purchase and the source of the transferred funds. The SIT claims that the houses of key accused like Chanakya were used as 'safe houses' for money logistics related to the scam. The chargesheet provides details of the first few meetings to set up the scheme, which took place on October 13, 2019, in which Vijay Sai Reddy, Raj Kasireddy and Vasudeva Reddy allegedly participated. These details were reportedly established using call data records.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Time of India
Andhra Pradesh: Multi crore liquor scam in YSRCP regime, SIT observes whistle blower Rajat Bhargava alerts ignored, told not to act
VISAKHAPATNAM: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the multi-crore liquor scam in Andhra Pradesh during the YSRCP regime has filed a supplementary charge sheet, unveiling new aspects of the alleged conspiracy. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The charge sheet includes whistleblower alerts, the involvement of consultancy firm KPMG, and a detailed money trail. According to SIT personnel, senior IAS officer Dr Rajat Bhargava, Special Chief Secretary (Revenue), emerged as a key whistleblower. He made several attempts to alert the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) about malpractices in the excise department. The charge sheet alleges that CMO official Dhananjay Reddy instructed Rajat Bhargava not to take any action. The SIT highlighted the role of the KPMG firm, claiming that it was hired to lend credibility to a flawed excise policy. Officials of KPMG met with the key conspirators several times to prepare a favourable excise policy. The main aspect of the conspiracy—the manual indenting process, as opposed to automated indenting, which favoured certain vendors—was suggested by KPMG. Call data records (CDR) cited in the charge sheet reveal that senior IPS officer PSR Anjaneyalu, former intelligence chief, had 65 calls with a key accused within two hours. The initial meetings to establish the alleged scheme were reportedly held on October 13-2019 in the presence of YSRCP leaders V Vijay Sai Reddy and Raj Kasireddy Vasudeva Reddy. The SIT's supplementary charge sheet mentions that financial irregularities and proceeds of ill-gotten funds were traced to Raj Kasireddy Vasudeva Reddy. The investigation uncovered 11 parcels of land totaling 30 acres and 25 guntas around Hyderabad in his name. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Additionally, the house of the accused Chanakya was allegedly used as a safe house for money logistics. Financial irregularities linked to Krishna Mohan Reddy, former Officer on Special Duty (OSD) to former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, have also been cited, along with details of Balaji Govindappa's role as a key conduit in the scam. The supplementary charge sheet reportedly outlines the entire money trail. The SIT had a preliminary charge sheet on July 19. It had charges against nine companies and seven individuals. A total of 10 individuals and nine companies have so far been named as accused. The SIT has so far arrested 12 accused including YSRCP MP Peddireddy Midhun Reddy. The SIT had stated in the first charge sheet that the accused formed a syndicate to collect commissions or kickbacks from the distillery companies. They allegedly collected about Rs 3,500 crore from 2019 to 2024. The SIT mentioned that considering the huge magnitude and complexity of the offence having involved large amounts of money coupled with the non-availability of the absconding accused and deliberate action of transferring the ill-gotten money to several other countries and illegally concealing it in covert financial operations, further investigation is necessary. Due to the deliberate design adopted by the accused to conceal the evidence and abscond from investigation, the investigation into the present crime needs to be carried on in the interests of justice. As such, further investigation in order to elicit the remaining accused who are at large, unearth and attach ill-gotten crime proceeds, examine several key witnesses, seize and analyse documents, discover the role played by the identified as well as unidentified accused individuals that have aided in manipulation of the excise policy and were the ultimate beneficiary of crime proceeds, is necessary and required.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Time of India
Jon Gruden crushes NFL's arbitration shield, ignites fierce legal battle to expose league's secrets
Jon Gruden crushes NFL arbitration shield (Image credits: IG/X) Jon Gruden has won a critical legal battle allowing his lawsuit against the NFL to move forward publicly, marking a seismic shift in how league disputes are handled. The Nevada Supreme Court ruled the NFL cannot force arbitration in his case, rejecting its attempt to bury the claims behind closed doors. This decision paves the way for Gruden to challenge the league openly over the 2021 email leaks that rocked his career. It's a landmark moment that could reshape the NFL's internal accountability. Nevada supreme court overturns NFL arbitration clause , empowering Jon Gruden The Nevada Supreme Court delivered a decisive 5-2 ruling that invalidated the NFL's arbitration clause in this context. The court deemed the clause "unconscionable" and unfairly imposed on Gruden, a former employee. This rejects the league's bid to force arbitration, which would have shielded the NFL from public scrutiny. The ruling asserts that the NFL cannot unilaterally change its constitution to evade accountability. Gruden's lawsuit challenges NFL's handling of email leak scandal Gruden's lawsuit alleges the NFL orchestrated a 'malicious' campaign by leaking his private emails to damage his reputation. The suit claims this was a deliberate effort to undermine his career. The emails surfaced in 2021, triggering Gruden's resignation and massive media fallout. Now, with arbitration blocked, Gruden can push forward for justice in an open courtroom. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 Most Gorgeous Women, Ranked BigGlobalTravel Undo Legal experts see broader implications for NFL governance and transparency This ruling exposes flaws in the NFL's governance, highlighting the problematic role of Commissioner Roger Goodell, who was named in the lawsuit. The court criticized Goodell's power to arbitrate disputes involving his own conduct. Gruden's attorney Adam Hosmer-Henner hailed the ruling, saying it 'vindicates Coach Gruden's reputation' and 'holds the NFL accountable.' The decision could inspire more challenges to league authority and demand greater transparency. The verdict not only propels Gruden's case but sends a warning to the NFL about unchecked power. Fans and insiders will closely watch how this lawsuit unfolds, potentially altering league politics forever. Gruden's fight symbolizes a rare pushback against the NFL's opaque control mechanisms, resonating globally beyond just American football. For now, the NFL faces renewed pressure to reform how it handles internal disputes and public controversies. Also read: NFL trailblazer Justine Lindsay returns, igniting waves as Carolina Panthers' transgender cheerleader Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
