News for 'bank accounts freeze'

Adarsh soc moves HC over de-freezing of accounts

Adarsh soc moves HC over de-freezing of accounts

Rediff.com1 Mar 2011

The controversial Adarsh Society in South Mumbai on Tuesday moved the Bombay high court seeking de-freezing of its two bank accounts.

Will Gold's Bull Run Continue in 2026?

Will Gold's Bull Run Continue in 2026?

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

'We expect modest returns in 2026 versus the steep gains seen over the past few years.'

'Trapped in Payday-Loan Debt! Help'

'Trapped in Payday-Loan Debt! Help'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.

3 HDFC Bank staffers arrested for trying to rob NRI account

3 HDFC Bank staffers arrested for trying to rob NRI account

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

The Delhi Police Cyber Cell has arrested 12 people, including three HDFC Bank employees, for allegedly trying to withdraw money from the account of an NRI, officials said on Tuesday.

Adani-Hindenburg row: Swiss authorities freeze $310 mn in fund

Adani-Hindenburg row: Swiss authorities freeze $310 mn in fund

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Swiss authorities have frozen more than $310 million in funds across multiple Swiss bank accounts as part of money laundering allegations into Adani Group, US-based short seller Hindenburg Research claimed citing media report - a charge that the conglomerate vehemently denied. In a post on X, Hindenburg cited "newly released Swiss criminal records reported by Swiss media outlet" to state that "Swiss authorities have frozen more than $310 million in funds across multiple Swiss bank accounts as part of a money laundering and securities forgery investigation into Adani, dating back as early as 2021."

Raju's sons move court to de-freeze bank a/cs

Raju's sons move court to de-freeze bank a/cs

Rediff.com26 May 2009

The family of B Ramalinga Raju, the main accused in the multi-crore fraud at Satyam Computer, has approached a local court seeking a direction to de-freeze bank accounts and return seized electronic items.

'Digital arrest' most dreaded threat to citizens: President Murmu

'Digital arrest' most dreaded threat to citizens: President Murmu

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

President Droupadi Murmu addressed Indian Police Service probationers, highlighting the growing threat of 'digital arrest' scams and emphasizing the importance of ethical policing and public service.

Pakistani court freezes Musharraf's accounts, confiscates his property

Pakistani court freezes Musharraf's accounts, confiscates his property

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

The judge said the attitude of the accused left no option for the court, but to freeze Musharraf's bank accounts and confiscate his property.

Banks urge RBI for boards' workload mgmt

Banks urge RBI for boards' workload mgmt

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

Private sector bank board members have urged the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) top brass to consider workload management of the boards as they feel there are too many issues that go to the boards for approval and the situation becomes unmanageable at times. The views were conveyed to the regulator on Monday in a conference of directors of private sector bank boards on the theme "Transformative Governance Through Sound Boards". RBI governor Shaktikanta Das, deputy governors Swaminathan J and M Rajeshwar Rao, and other senior officials of the central bank participated in the conference.

Improve Customer Service, Banks Told, Or Else!

Improve Customer Service, Banks Told, Or Else!

Rediff.com28 May 2025

In 2023-2024, 95 scheduled commercial banks received over 10 million complaints from their customers. The process of KYC at many banks has become 'HYC' -- harass your customer, points out Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

CBEC de-freezes Kingfisher, Air India bank a/cs

CBEC de-freezes Kingfisher, Air India bank a/cs

Rediff.com14 Dec 2011

The government has de-frozen the bank accounts of debt-ridden Kingfisher Airlines and Air India after the two air carriers made part-payment of their service tax dues.

US speaks again on Kejriwal, mentions frozen Cong accounts

US speaks again on Kejriwal, mentions frozen Cong accounts

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

Ministry of External Affairs officials summoned the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Gloria Berbena at its office in South Block in Delhi and lodged a strong protest against a US State Department official's remarks on Kejriwal's arrest.

'Don't Put Significant Portion Of Portfolio In Gold, Silver'

'Don't Put Significant Portion Of Portfolio In Gold, Silver'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

'For most investors, I recommend a low double-digit allocation (10 to 12 per cent) to gold and silver combined.'

Spot the Scam Before It Spots You!

Spot the Scam Before It Spots You!

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

Fraudsters lure individuals with false promises of recovering bonuses or maturity proceeds from lapsed policies.

Amnesty halts India operations, cites freezing of accounts on 'unfounded' allegations

Amnesty halts India operations, cites freezing of accounts on 'unfounded' allegations

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

The organisation said it had been compelled to let go of staff in India and pause all its ongoing campaign and research work.

Brokers body seeks three-month extension from Sebi for KYC validation

Brokers body seeks three-month extension from Sebi for KYC validation

Rediff.com17 May 2023

Brokers have requested for a three-month extension from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) for the validation of Know Your Client (KYC) records. In a letter to Sebi, industry body -- Association of National Exchanges Members of India (Anmi) -- has cited various issues and concerns raised by its members that have hampered the smooth completion of the validation process within the stipulated timeline. The Sebi circular had given KYC Registration Agencies (KRAs) a timeline of 180 days, ending on April 30, 2023, to validate client KYCs.

Vivo told to give Rs 950 cr bank guarantee to ED to operate frozen A/Cs

Vivo told to give Rs 950 cr bank guarantee to ED to operate frozen A/Cs

Rediff.com13 Jul 2022

The Delhi high court on Wednesday allowed Chinese smartphone maker Vivo to operate its various bank accounts frozen by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money-laundering probe subject to furnishing of a bank guarantee of Rs 950 crore within a week with the agency. Justice Yashwant Varma also directed the company to give details to ED about its remittances and issued notice to the investigating agency on Vivo's plea seeking quashing of the order freezing its various bank accounts. ED contended that presently the proceeds of crime have been quantified to Rs 1200 crore.

How To Make Banks Treat Customers Fairly

How To Make Banks Treat Customers Fairly

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Nobody is held accountable for lapses, no matter how badly it affects the person or business whose accounts are frozen. Nor is there compensation for losses. Most people get to know their accounts are blocked only when a cheque bounces, points out Debashis Basu.

Accept self-attested documents to open account: RBI to banks

Accept self-attested documents to open account: RBI to banks

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

RBI has asked banks to 'allow self-certification; accept a certified copy of the document by mail/post' for account opening.

Who will get to own your e-mail, net banking account after you die?

Who will get to own your e-mail, net banking account after you die?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

Include digital assets in a will, as e-mail and social networking websites don't provide account access to legal heirs.

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

It Starts With A Casual Bet And Then...

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

In 2025 alone, at least 50 suicides linked to online gambling losses have been reported across India. According to FIRs, the victims were addicted to betting, largely driven by cricket, rummy and poker.

Chopper deal: Aeromatrix moves court to de-freeze account

Chopper deal: Aeromatrix moves court to de-freeze account

Rediff.com17 Apr 2013

Aeromatrix Info Solutions private limited, an accused firm in the Rs 3,600 crore VVIP helicopter deal scam, has moved a Delhi court seeking defreezing of its bank account for paying salaries to its employees.

KYC frauds: RBI cautions public on sharing account details

KYC frauds: RBI cautions public on sharing account details

Rediff.com13 Sep 2021

The Reserve Bank on Monday cautioned people against frauds in the name of KYC updation and advised them not to share key information like account details or passwords with unidentified persons or agencies. In a release, the RBI said it has been receiving complaints/reports about customers falling prey to frauds being perpetrated in the name of KYC updation. "The usual modus operandi in such cases include receipt of unsolicited communication, such as, calls, SMSs, emails, etc., by customer urging him/her to share certain personal details, account / login details/ card information, PIN, OTP, etc. or install some unauthorised/ unverified application for KYC updation using a link provided in the communication," it said.

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Pak ex-PM Imran Khan likely to be released from jail on June 11

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The Islamabad high court is set to hear the petitions requesting the suspension of sentences to Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the 190 million Pound Al-Qadir Trust case on June 11.

Cyberfraud Thrives On Fear!

Cyberfraud Thrives On Fear!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The number of cyberfraud cases has skyrocketed from 2,677 in 1999-2000 to 29,082 in FY24 -- more than a 10-fold increase. The RBI pegs digital payment frauds at Rs 1,457 crore in FY24, up more than five times in a year. It's not just the number of frauds. What's alarming is the growing sophistication of the fraudsters, exposing the vulnerabilities within the financial system, observes Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Systematic efforts by Modi to cripple Congress financially: Sonia

Systematic efforts by Modi to cripple Congress financially: Sonia

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

The idea that India is the world's largest democracy is a complete lie, Rahul Gandhi alleged.

Ditch Quick-Money Lures This Diwali!

Ditch Quick-Money Lures This Diwali!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

: Build lasting wealth via disciplined, long-term mutual fund investing in India's compounding marathon, Shanaihi, Shanaihi, says Ramalingam Kalirajan

I-T dept freezes accounts of tainted MP IAS couple

I-T dept freezes accounts of tainted MP IAS couple

Rediff.com4 Feb 2011

77 bank accounts of suspended Madhya Pradesh IAS couple Arvind and Tinu Joshi have been frozen and their properties attached by the Income Tax authorities which claimed that cash and investments of over Rs 360 crore have been detected.

How Scammers Steal Your Money: 5 Red Flags To Watch Out For

How Scammers Steal Your Money: 5 Red Flags To Watch Out For

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Fraudsters read your mind, weave convincing stories, earn your trust and then vanish with people's savings. Ramalingam Kalirajan reveals five simple tricks that cons use to steal money from you.

CBI to probe activist Teesta Stelvad's firm, freezes account

CBI to probe activist Teesta Stelvad's firm, freezes account

Rediff.com26 Jun 2015

The government on Friday ordered a Central Bureau of Investigation into transfer of funds by United States-based Ford Foundation to Sabrang Communication and Publishing Pvt Limited, with which social activist Teesta Stelvad is associated, allegedly in violation of rules and froze a bank account of the firm.

A rare case, when I-T withdrew money from start-up accounts

A rare case, when I-T withdrew money from start-up accounts

Rediff.com12 Feb 2019

It's not unusual for the tax departments to freeze bank accounts and there have been instances of the authorities recovering the outstanding from the bank, though such course of action is not common.

SC questions source of money in Teesta's frozen account

SC questions source of money in Teesta's frozen account

Rediff.com21 Feb 2017

"Whose money is this? From where did the money in these bank accounts have come," a bench headed by Justice Dipak Misra asked the counsel for Setalvad.

Air India in trouble: Service tax dept freezes accounts again

Air India in trouble: Service tax dept freezes accounts again

Rediff.com13 Jan 2012

The Service Tax Department has once again frozen the bank accounts of the national carrier Air India for non-payment of dues running into a little over Rs 300 crore (Rs 3 billion).

Prime accused in Chh'garh journalist murder case arrested

Prime accused in Chh'garh journalist murder case arrested

Rediff.com6 Jan 2025

The accused, a contractor by profession, was absconding since the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar came to light on January 3, he said.

British Supreme Court upholds freeze

British Supreme Court upholds freeze

Rediff.com21 Jan 2004

The London high court had upheld the decision of the British government to freeze on India's request Quattrocchi two accounts having three million Euros and one million dollars respectively.

Nokia tax dispute: India freezes some assets

Nokia tax dispute: India freezes some assets

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Nokia said the freezing of the fixed assets would not have any impact on the day-to-day operations of the company.

ED freezes Rs 143-crore assets of Manappuram Finance MD & CEO in money laundering case

ED freezes Rs 143-crore assets of Manappuram Finance MD & CEO in money laundering case

Rediff.com4 May 2023

The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday said it has frozen assets worth Rs 143 crore of prominent Kerala-based NBFC Manappuram Finance Ltd's MD and CEO V P Nandakumar after it conducted raids as part of a money laundering investigation. A total of six premises in Thrissur, where the company is headquartered, were covered during the searches that were launched on Wednesday. The case pertains to allegations of money laundering through "illegal" collection of deposits from the public, the agency said in a statement.

CBI freezing Jagan's funds ups AP's political heat

CBI freezing Jagan's funds ups AP's political heat

Rediff.com9 May 2012

As CBI beefs up its efforts to corner Jagan Mohan Reddy and the Kadapa MP dubbing the movie as part of larger strategy of Congress-TDP, the political game in Andhra Pradesh has picked up pace now. Who checkmates who will be as interesting to watch as who follows the rules of the game and who breaks them, writes T S Sudhir

'Digital Arrest?' Don't Panic!

'Digital Arrest?' Don't Panic!

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Targets should avoid panicking and hang up. 'Disconnecting stops the scammers from building psychological pressure.'

Nitish govt headed for showdown with Guv over this issue

Nitish govt headed for showdown with Guv over this issue

Rediff.com19 Aug 2023

The Nitish Kumar government appeared to be heading for a showdown with Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar as the Raj Bhavan reversed an order of the state administration to freeze bank accounts of two officials of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University in Muzaffarpur.