Enforcement Directorate investigation into Odisha SI recruitment test scam

Updates

1. Hearing10 Oct 2026

   SI recruitment scam: ED carries out searches in 10 places in Odisha, Bengal

   The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has expanded its investigation into the Odisha Sub-Inspector (SI) recruitment scam by conducting raids across 10 locations spread across Odisha and West Bengal.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Enforcement Directorate searched ten locations to look for evidence regarding an investigation into a job scam.

   Who:

   The Enforcement Directorate is the government agency conducting the investigation into the recruitment test scam.

   When:

   Reported on 10 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Odisha and West Bengal.

   Why:

   The agency is expanding its investigation into the recruitment scam for Sub-Inspector positions.

   What it means:

   The agency is gathering more information and evidence to further its ongoing investigation into the matter.

   The New Indian Express
2. News9 Oct 2026

   Odisha SI test scam: ED takes up probe, searches premises of key accused

   Enforcement Directorate joins probe into Odisha SI recruitment test scam, raiding Bhubaneswar and Berhampur sites to trace alleged money...

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Enforcement Directorate started an investigation and searched locations linked to the people accused of the test scam.

   Who:

   The Enforcement Directorate is the government agency investigating money laundering. The key accused are the people under investigation.

   When:

   Reported on 9 Oct 2026.

   Where:

   Bhubaneswar and Berhampur, Odisha.

   Why:

   The agency is searching these locations to trace money that was allegedly gained through the recruitment test scam.

   What it means:

   The Enforcement Directorate has now officially joined the ongoing investigation into the recruitment test scam.

   The Times of India