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Today, On 24th July, The Kerala High Court reserved its decision on petitions filed by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) and former State Finance Minister Dr. TM Thomas Isaac regarding the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) summons in the masala bonds case. The court questioned the delay caused by challenging the summons and highlighted the need for compliance. This ongoing legal battle raises questions about jurisdiction and investigation procedures under the Foreign Exchange Management Act of 1999.
The Kerala High Court urged former Finance Minister Thomas Isaac and the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board to consider cooperating with summons from the Enforcement Directorate in the Masala Bonds case. Emphasizing a preliminary inquiry and judicial oversight, the court’s proposal aims for a fair process. Legal and financial implications make this a crucial case for Kerala’s development agenda.
