ED widens probe against Chidambaram
According to sources, the new line of investigation by ED as well as CBI will cover the FIPB approvals granted to Diageo Scotland Ltd, Katara Holdings, Essar Steel Ltd and Elforge Ltd. As in the case of Aircel Maxis and INX Media, money was allegedly put in a shell company operated by Chidambaram’s son, Karti, who was recently elected to Lok Sabha. Put together, Chidmabarams allegedly collected Rs 300 crore in bribes from companies including Aircel Maxis and INX Media.