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Crime
CBI Summons Journalist Ashutosh Negi in Ankita Bhandari Murder Probe
✍️ The Statesman
🗓 28 Oct 2026, 09:49 AM
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The CBI has issued a summons to journalist Ashutosh Negi for questioning in Delhi as the investigation into the 'unknown VIP' in the Ankita Bhandari murder case continues.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has summoned journalist Ashutosh Negi to Delhi for questioning in connection with the ongoing investigation into the murder of Ankita Bhandari. The summons has been issued as part of the agency's continued efforts to uncover the role of an 'unknown VIP' allegedly linked to the case.
This development marks a significant step in the probe, which has been scrutinized for its handling of high-profile individuals. The CBI is focusing on gathering evidence and testimonies to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident and the identities of those involved.
The investigation remains active, with the agency working to establish the timeline of events and the specific involvement of the unnamed VIP. Legal proceedings and further inquiries are expected to follow as the CBI completes its primary phase of investigation.
The case has drawn considerable attention due to the high-profile nature of the accused and the complex web of relationships under scrutiny. The CBI's move to summon Negi indicates that the probe is expanding to include media figures who may have relevant information or context regarding the events leading up to the murder.
This development marks a significant step in the probe, which has been scrutinized for its handling of high-profile individuals. The CBI is focusing on gathering evidence and testimonies to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident and the identities of those involved.
The investigation remains active, with the agency working to establish the timeline of events and the specific involvement of the unnamed VIP. Legal proceedings and further inquiries are expected to follow as the CBI completes its primary phase of investigation.
The case has drawn considerable attention due to the high-profile nature of the accused and the complex web of relationships under scrutiny. The CBI's move to summon Negi indicates that the probe is expanding to include media figures who may have relevant information or context regarding the events leading up to the murder.