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23 June 2026

ED investigation into CMRL pay-off case

The investigation into corporate bribery and money laundering serves as a relevant case study for discussing corruption, corporate governance, and the role of investigative agencies like the ED and SFIO in maintaining probity in governance.

1 min read Day 2 of 3 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is investigating an alleged pay-off case involving Cochin Minerals and Rutile Ltd. (CMRL).
  • The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, identified fictitious cash expenses totaling ₹182 crore over a 15-year period.
  • The investigation suggests these funds were generated by the company for the purpose of bribing various individuals.
  • The ED has initiated questioning of key corporate officials, including the Chief Financial Officer of CMRL, as part of the probe.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 3 in ED investigation into CMRL pay-off case, which has been running since 22 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role and mandate of the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) in addressing corporate financial irregularities and maintaining transparency in the Indian corporate sector. 150 words
    Attempt this — 150 words in 8 min
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Prelims

  1. The Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) functions under the administrative control of which of the following?

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