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Crime
ED extends custody of Karnataka IAS officer in job fraud case
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 12:36 PM
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The Enforcement Directorate has extended the custodial period of a Karnataka IAS officer linked to a large‑scale job recruitment fraud, saying the probe points to a broader scam.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has extended the custodial period of a Karnataka IAS officer arrested in connection with a large‑scale job recruitment fraud. The officer, whose name has not been disclosed, was first taken into custody last month after allegations that he facilitated illegal appointments.
The agency says its investigation has uncovered evidence that the scheme involved multiple officials and a network that manipulated recruitment processes for monetary gain. The ED argued that the extended custody is necessary to complete further questioning and secure additional evidence.
State authorities have taken note of the case, with the Karnataka government pledging a thorough inquiry. Legal experts note that extending custody beyond the standard 15‑day limit requires court approval, which the ED has obtained.
The alleged fraud is reported to have affected thousands of job aspirants across various government departments, though exact figures have not been confirmed. The probe remains ongoing.
The agency says its investigation has uncovered evidence that the scheme involved multiple officials and a network that manipulated recruitment processes for monetary gain. The ED argued that the extended custody is necessary to complete further questioning and secure additional evidence.
State authorities have taken note of the case, with the Karnataka government pledging a thorough inquiry. Legal experts note that extending custody beyond the standard 15‑day limit requires court approval, which the ED has obtained.
The alleged fraud is reported to have affected thousands of job aspirants across various government departments, though exact figures have not been confirmed. The probe remains ongoing.