CBI Raids Activist Harsh Mander's Home and Office

Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has raided the offices and residential premises of Delhi-based think tank Centre for Equity Studies and the home of its director, activist Harsh Mander, as part of an investigation into alleged Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) violations. The raids form part of an investigation into alleged financial irregularities at two children's homes run by the centre. Last year, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at Mander's residence and those of his two NGOs in relation to a money laundering investigation. The ED investigation is based on a case registered by Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing.