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ED probes alleged use of coal smuggling funds in Goa elections, I-PAC link flagged

The ED has flagged an alleged connection between coal smuggling proceeds and election-related activities in Goa after conducting raids linked to I-PAC in Kolkata.

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has flagged an alleged connection between election-related activities in Goa and recent raids conducted at premises linked to the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) in Kolkata, according to officials familiar with the matter.

The searches are part of an ongoing probe into a suspected coal smuggling network and the alleged use of proceeds of crime during the 2021–22 Goa assembly elections. Investigators are examining whether funds generated through the illegal coal trade were diverted for political activities during the poll period.

Funds allegedly routed through hawala channels

Officials claim that money linked to the coal smuggling operation, allegedly headed by Anup Majee, was transferred using both domestic and international hawala routes. A Kolkata-based hawala operator, identified as R Kantilal, is alleged to have facilitated the movement of nearly ₹20 crore to Goa.

The alleged financial trail reportedly surfaced from WhatsApp chats recovered from an accountant connected to the coal syndicate. These messages are said to indicate the movement of funds towards election-related expenses.

Firms and individuals under scanner

According to the agency, money transfers were traced from Kolkata to an individual named Akshay Kumar, who told investigators that he was associated with firms identified as M/s Hertz and Pixelz. He reportedly claimed that these firms worked with I-PAC during the Goa elections.

The probe agency has also alleged that cash was routed through hawala channels to ASM Event and Tech Pvt Ltd, an event management company engaged during the election period. Investigators are examining the role of these entities in facilitating poll-related activities.

Alleged role of I-PAC personnel

Officials further claim that I-PAC director Pratik Jain was involved in overseeing operations in Goa and allegedly facilitated the transfer of funds connected to election work. The agency is continuing to scrutinise financial records, communication data, and statements as part of the investigation.

The probe remains ongoing, and officials said further action will depend on the outcome of the financial trail analysis and corroborative evidence.

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PM Narendra Modi travels with just one security vehicle in convoy

PM Narendra Modi was seen travelling with only two vehicles in Delhi as part of a wider austerity and fuel-saving initiative being implemented by the government.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was seen travelling with a significantly smaller convoy in Delhi, with visuals showing only two vehicles accompanying him instead of the larger motorcade usually associated with VVIP movement.

The video, which quickly went viral on social media, showed the Prime Minister travelling in a Range Rover and a Toyota Fortuner during movement in the national capital. Reports said the reduction is part of a broader austerity and fuel-conservation initiative being implemented by the government.

Normally, the Prime Minister’s convoy includes around 12 to 15 vehicles, such as armoured cars, escort vehicles, jammer units, decoy cars and an ambulance under Special Protection Group (SPG) security arrangements. Officials, however, clarified that mandatory security protocols remain intact despite the reduction in the convoy size.

SPG implementing revised convoy measures

According to reports, the SPG has already started implementing the revised convoy arrangements during the Prime Minister’s recent visits to Gujarat, Assam and Hyderabad. The move is being seen as part of efforts to encourage fuel conservation and sustainable practices amid rising global energy concerns.

The development comes days after PM Modi appealed to citizens to reduce fuel consumption, use public transport where possible and adopt austerity measures in view of global uncertainties impacting energy markets.

Reports also suggested that Union Home Minister Amit Shah and several other ministers have started reducing convoy sizes and reviewing fuel-saving measures in their respective departments.

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Pawan Khera appears before Assam Crime Branch in passport controversy case

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Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before the Assam Crime Branch in Guwahati on Wednesday in connection with the ongoing passport controversy case linked to Himanta Biswa Sarma’s wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma.

The investigation began after allegations were made by Congress leaders claiming that Riniki Bhuyan Sarma possessed multiple passports and had overseas business interests. Following the remarks, an FIR was filed and Assam Police initiated a probe into the matter.

Khera arrived in Guwahati after being directed to cooperate with the investigation. Earlier this month, the Supreme Court had granted him anticipatory bail while asking him to participate in the probe whenever summoned by the authorities.

The controversy has triggered sharp political exchanges between the Congress and the BJP in Assam over the past several weeks. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma had strongly denied the allegations made against his wife and warned of legal action.

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CBSE Class 12 result 2026 declared: 85.20% students pass, direct link and official websites to check scorecard

CBSE has declared the Class 12 result 2026 with an overall pass percentage of 85.20%. Students can check results online using official websites and apps.

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CBSE Result

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially declared the Class 12 board examination results for 2026. This year, the overall pass percentage stands at 85.20%, marking a key academic milestone for lakhs of students across India.

Students who appeared for the examination can now check and download their scorecards from the official CBSE result portals and other designated platforms.

Official websites to check CBSE Class 12 result 2026

Candidates can access their results through the following official websites:

  • cbseresults.nic.in
  • results.cbse.nic.in
  • cbse.gov.in
  • cbse.nic.in

Apart from these websites, students can also use DigiLocker and the UMANG app to download their digital marksheets.

How to download CBSE Class 12 scorecard

To view and download the result, students need to:

  1. Visit the official CBSE result website
  2. Click on the “Class 12 Result 2026” link
  3. Enter roll number, school number, and admit card ID
  4. Submit details to view scorecard
  5. Download and save the marksheet for future use

Digital marksheet availability

CBSE has also made digital marksheets available through DigiLocker, allowing students to securely access their academic documents online. These digital records can be used for admission and verification purposes.

Key highlight of CBSE result 2026

  • Overall pass percentage: 85.20%
  • Result released for Class 12 board exams 2026
  • Multiple online platforms activated for result access

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