Bank of India has declared Reliance Communications, its subsidiary Reliance Telecom, and Anil Ambani’s loan accounts fraudulent, totaling ₹725 crore. The bank alleges the funds, intended for spectrum purchase, were instead invested in mutual funds and fixed deposits. Anil Ambani denies the allegations, claiming the bank violated natural justice principles and RBI regulations.
Market Wrap: Sensex falls 142 points, Nifty holds 23,900; HDFC Bank shares tumble 3%
Indian stock market closed in the red, with benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty falling up to 0.2% as Iran-US tensions simmered and rupee declined. Broader