#Vinod Kumar Goenka

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Vinod Kumar Goenka: A renowned personality in the India Real Estate Industry

The journey of Vinod Kumar Goenka from an athlete to a business tycoon

Early Life

Vinod Goenka is the Managing Director and Chairman of the company DB Realty and is a known figure in the Indian Real Estate business. He has had a remarkable career with more than three decades of experience in real estate, hospitality and industrial industries and has solidified himself as a multitasker and a talented entrepreneur and businessman.

Vinod Kumar Goenka has had a humble beginning. He was born in the late nineteen fifties in Kolkata (previously known as Calcutta) and relocated to Mumbai (previously Bombay) with his family at six years old. He started his education at Green Lawns High School and later continued his education at Jamnabai Narsee School and Campion School.

While he was focused on his education, he was also a good sportsperson. He competed in various sports at a national level. His most significant achievements were in the 100-metre sprint which he completed in 11.5 seconds, a 200-metre sprint which he completed in 23.5 seconds and an unbelievable long jump of 6.31 metres. His sporting achievements in addition to his flawless education achievements helped him portray himself as a young man who was incredibly dedicated, disciplined and a force to be reckoned with. 

Unfortunately, his dreams of making it to the Asian Games and representing his country were shattered when he suffered from a muscle injury forcing him to drop out of the sprint races and long jump. However, his dedication and discipline were nothing in comparison to his resilience. He took it in his stride and continued to discover other sports he could pursue.

Vinod Kumar Goenka started his professional career at the young of nineteen by joining his father in the family-run real estate business known as Conwood Constructions in the nineteen eighties. Presently, the family real estate business boasts over 20 million square feet of developments. The success of the company is proof of his excellent entrepreneurial skills.

The Rise of DB Realty

Over the years after starting his entrepreneurial journey with Conwood Constructions, Vinod Kumar Goenka joined hands with Shahid Balwa in 2007 which led to the start of DB Realty. This partnership resulted in a drastic change in his overall success and led the company to achieve new heights.

Under the joint leadership and vision of Shahid Balwa and Vinod Kumar Goenka, the company achieved success which was considered challenging for any business. They managed to get DB Realty listed in both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in 2010. This remarkable victory further strengthened the vision of Vinod Kumar Goenka and also sent a strong message to the stakeholders of the company's future successes and its commitment towards trust and integrity.

Following the listing, the company DB Realty has managed to achieve great success and has established itself as one of the largest real estate companies in India. They have completed many influential projects in commercial, residential and gated community projects in the past and show no signs of slowing down. Under the visionary leadership of Vinod Kumar Goenka, they are expected to grow by exponential profit margins in the next few years.

The rise of DB Hospitality

Vinod Kumar Goenka with Shahid Balwa initiated a diversification from residential and commercial projects to further grow into the hospitality sector. This gave birth to DB Hospitality. Shahid Balwa, with his years of experience, opened new venture opportunities for DB Hospitality. Their first successful project was Le Royal Meridien Hotel in Mumbai (now rebranded and known as The Hilton International Airport Hotel, Mumbai). Serving customers successfully for more than fifteen years, the landmark hotel was the start of their partnership venture and led to the formation of DB Realty Ltd.

The partnership and diversification into the hospitality sector continued to be successful by contributing to the existing portfolio of DB Realty Ltd. The construction and grand opening of Hotel Grand Hyatt in Goa in the exquisite area of Bambolim further proved the dedicated and loyal commitment shown by both Vinod Kumar Goenka and Shahid Balwa. They continue to identify and innovate on their future projects bringing the best in the world.

Overall, the successes and vision of Vinod Kumar Goenka are a beautiful testament to a man’s unfaltering dedication, commitment and resilience.

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Emami Limited ( ?????? : EMAMILTD) Q4 2023 Earnings Con Call dated May. 25, 2023 Corporate participants: Mohan Goenka — Promoter Director Rajesh Sharma — President, Finance and Investor Relations Vinod Rao — President, Sales Vivek Dhir — Chief Executive Officer, International Business Analysts: Dhirendra Kumar — IIFL Securities Limited — Analyst Shirish Pardeshi — Centrum Broking — Analyst Gul…

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No early hearing of CBI's appeal against 2G acquittals

The Delhi high court on Tuesday refused to grant early hearing on the Central Bureau of Investigation's appeal challenging the acquittal of former Union telecom minister A Raja and others in the 2G spectrum allocation scam case.

IMAGE: Former telecom minister A Raja speaks to the media after he was acquitted by a CBI special court in the 2G scam case on December 21, 2017. Photograph: Kamal Singh/PTI Photo

The court was hearing the CBI's plea seeking to prepone the date of hearing from October 24 in its appeal against the acquittal of all the accused.

Justice A K Chawla said the matter would be heard on the date already fixed and added that it would be expected of all the parties to join the hearing.

Additional Solicitor General Sanjay Jain, representing the CBI, submitted that early hearing was needed as the country was on the verge of facing a huge amount of arbitration under bilateral investment treaties.

The application was opposed by the counsel for the accused.

A special court had on December 21, 2017, acquitted Raja, DMK MP Kanimozhi and others in CBI and ED cases related to the scam.

It had also acquitted 17 others, including DMK supremo M Karunanidhi's wife Dayalu Ammal, Vinod Goenka, Asif Balwa, film producer Karim Morani, P Amirtham and Sharad Kumar, Director of Kalaignar TV in the ED case.

On the same day, the trial court had also acquitted former telecom secretary Siddharth Behura, Raja's erstwhile private secretary R K Chandolia, Unitech Ltd MD Sanjay Chandra and three top executives of Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (RADAG) -- Gautam Doshi, Surendra Pipara and Hari Nair, in the CBI's 2G case.

Swan Telecom promoters Shahid Usman Balwa and Vinod Goenka and directors of Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd Asif Balwa and Rajiv Agarwal were also acquitted in the CBI case.

On March 19 last year, the ED had approached the high court challenging the special court's order acquitting all the accused.

A day later, the CBI too had challenged in the high court the acquittal of the accused in the case.

The ED, in its charge sheet, had alleged that Rs 200 crore was paid by STPL promoters to DMK-run Kalaignar TV.

The CBI had alleged that there was a loss of Rs 30,984 crore to the exchequer in allocation of licences for the 2G spectrum which were scrapped by the top court on February 2, 2012.

Special Judge O P Saini, however, had held that the prosecution had "miserably failed" to prove the charges.

The special court, which was set up on March 14, 2011, for hearing 2G cases exclusively, had also acquitted Essar Group promoters Ravi Kant Ruia and Anshuman Ruia and six others in a separate case arising out of the 2G scam probe.

In the CBI case, Raja, Kanimozhi and 15 others were tried under provisions of the IPC and the Prevention of Corruption Act dealing with offences of criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, using as genuine fake documents, abusing official position, criminal misconduct by public servant and taking bribes. 

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Vinod Goenka Director of DB Realty Ltd.

Mr. Vinod Kumar Goenka is the Chairman & Managing Director of DB Realty, one of India’s largest real estate development companies based out of Mumbai. With over 35 years of expertise as a real estate developer, hotelier and industrialist and over 20 million sq feet of development to his credit, every venture that has been undertaken by him reflects his determination to always deliver the best.

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2G scam case: CBI appeal infructuous in view of new anti-graft law, A Raja tells HC

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2G scam case: CBI appeal infructuous in view of new anti-graft law, A Raja tells HC

Former Union telecom minister A Raja on Monday told the Delhi High Court that the CBI‘s appeal against his and others’ acquittal in the 2G spectrum scam case has become infructuous with the coming of the new anti-corruption law.

Senior advocate Abhishek M Singhvi, appearing for Raja, told the court that the graft charges levelled against him and others in the case have been omitted in the new Prevention of Corruption Act of 2018 and therefore, prosecution in the instant matter cannot go on.

Apart from Raja, his then private secretary R K Chandolia and former telecom secretary Siddharth Behura have also raised the issue in separate applications filed by them.

During the brief hearing before Justice Brijesh Sethi, the CBI contended that the applications were not sustainable as this specific issue had been raised in the replies filed in response to the agency’s appeal.

However, the CBI’s stand was opposed by Singhvi who said this specific issue, of what happens to older cases in light of the new law, has been referred to the high court by a trial court dealing with a corruption matter and is still pending here.

Besides that, the changes in the new PC Act have also been challenged in the Supreme Court where it is still pending, he said, adding that in the present circumstances, the high court may have to refer the issue to the apex court.

Justice Sethi, after hearing the brief arguments, listed the matter for further hearing on January 31.

The CBI and the Enforcement Directorate have challenged the acquittal of all the individuals and companies in the 2G scam corruption and money laundering cases by the trial court.

The CBI had also filed an appeal challenging the acquittal of Essar Group promoters Ravi Kant Ruia and Anshuman Ruia and six others in a separate case arising out of the 2G scam probe.

A special court on December 21, 2017 had acquitted Raja, DMK MP Kanimozhi and others in CBI and ED cases related to the scam. It had acquitted 17 others, including DMK supremo M Karunanidhi’s wife Dayalu Ammal, Vinod Goenka, Asif Balwa, film producer Karim Morani, P Amirtham and Sharad Kumar, director of Kalaignar TV in the ED case.

On the same day, the trial court had also acquitted Behura, Chandolia, Unitech Ltd MD Sanjay Chandra and three top executives of Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (RADAG) — Gautam Doshi, Surendra Pipara and Hari Nair — in the CBI’s 2G case.

Swan Telecom promoters Shahid Usman Balwa and Vinod Goenka and directors of Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd Asif Balwa and Rajiv Agarwal were also acquitted in the CBI case.

On March 19, 2018, the ED had approached the high court challenging the special court’s order acquitting all the accused.

A day later, the CBI too had challenged in the high court the acquittal of the accused in the case.

The ED, in its charge sheet, had alleged that Rs 200 crore was paid by STPL promoters to DMK-run Kalaignar TV.

The CBI had alleged that there was a loss of Rs 30,984 crore to the exchequer in allocation of licences for the 2G spectrum which were scrapped by the top court on February 2, 2012.

Special Judge O P Saini (now retired), however, held that the prosecution had “miserably failed” to prove the charges. The special court, which was set up on March 14, 2011 for hearing 2G cases exclusively, had also acquitted Ruias and others in a separate case arising out of the 2G scam probe.

In the CBI case, Raja, Kanimozhi and 15 others were tried under provisions of the IPC and the Prevention of Corruption Act, 2013 dealing with offences of criminal conspiracy, cheating, forgery, abusing official position, criminal misconduct by public servant and taking bribe.

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Arun Jaitley‘s “proximity” to the media, to put it mildly, was New Delhi’s worst-kept secret. Actually, South Delhi’s worst-kept secret, because beyond the southern borders of the BJP headquarters, nobody cared a flying fig for the man whose mass base, as Arun Shourie once put it, consisted of “six journalists” (here, here).

Jaitley’s “affable” nature, his “telegenic face”, his “articulation”, his “helpful nature”—adjectives poured into his funeral pyre—was shorthand for one of the most well-oiled PR machineries in Lutyens Delhi, which at one level enabled a pompous unelected, unelectable, politician to grandstand on the “tyranny of the unelected“.

At another level, of course, it was the cover for “environment-friendly journalism”: the source of motivated plants against political rivals, vicious gossip against party colleagues—and “papers” which the TV studio warriors picked up from the “Todarmal Lane School of Journalism” during the day and presented as “exclusives” at 9 pm.

As an Economic Times journalist tweeted at the height of the UPA-II “scams”, it was only fair that these media houses gave Arun Jaitley a byline for their “exposes”.

Guess you didn’t hear the words “Cash for Votes” over the weekend?

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Handing Arun Jaitley the Information and Broadcasting portfolio in 2014, on top of finance, was, therefore, a masterstroke by Narendra Modi in the manufacture of consent for majoritarian excesses. There was now a single window for controlling licenses and permissions, and for unleashing the taxman or keeping them at bay.

Fall in line, or else.

Phone calls ensured who would be Editor or not, which anchor which front which show and take what line, which corporate could start a channel. Greenhorn “political editors” were placed in organisations with the dexterity of a bonsai artist, a process which had begun in 2004 but gained greater currency with the dawn of civilisation in 2014.

Little wonder, Jaitley earned the sobriquet “Bureau Chief“, for the “extraordinary influence he wields at two large-selling national dailies where his favourite journalists run political bureaus” to start with, but a task so onerous and performed with such aplomb over time, that it now takes two possibly more.

Guess you didn’t hear the words “Electoral Bonds“, possibly the most corrupt scheme unleashed by the Modi government to lubricate Indian politics, over the weekend?

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Little wonder, therefore, that Arun Jaitley’s death resulted in a welter of personal grief from reporters, editors, anchors, and owners almost all of them serving in the National Capital Region, and most of whom dropped any sense of distance or detachment from their friend, source, mentor, benefactor, headhunter—and walking mate.

Since this is the age of “Om Shanti”, very few journalists could say “Rest in Peace” like Sankarshan Thakur of The Telegraph, and the freelance writer Swati Chaturvedi.

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Since this is the age of preening, few could even admit that they didn’t know Jaitley, the journalist turned comic Akash Banerjee being one.

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It’s one thing for someone like Rajat Sharma of India TV who knew Jaitley for nearly 50 years from college, or Jaitley’s adversary from his students’ union days, Vinod Sharma of Hindustan Times, to express a genuine sense of loss.

But for a Bhupendra Chaubey of CNN News18 to bring up his school? Seriously.

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For the likes of former journalists Kanchan Gupta and Swapan Dasgupta, it was the loss of a “mentor” figure, whatever that means.

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For the now legendary Navika Kumar of Times Now and former NDTV presenter Barkha Dutt it was an inexplicably a lot more, although by day’s end, Dutt couldn’t understand what the hoo-ha was all about.

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Supriya Shrinate, the ET Now presenter who quit to contest the 2019 general elections wrote an elaborate panegyric on Facebook.

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For Sudhir Chaudhary of Zee News, it was an occasion to demonstrate the “proximity” with a recent selfie.

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More than one journalist suggested having had a meal with the great foodie.

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For the younger breed of 1990s journalists, it was time to remember the hand-holding on the beat or at the durbar.

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Surprisingly, or maybe not, the more restrained and therefore the more revealing, tributes came from Prabhu Chawla of The New Indian Express, and Rahul Kanwal of Aaj Tak.

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Initially, Archis Mohan of Business Standard took the high moral ground of not speaking ill of the dead but soon had to point out the obvious: Jaitley’s role in “plotting the rise of our current rulers”.

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A surprising voice of sanity in the pappi-jhappi fest was Abhijit Majumdar, the former Mail Today editor who now runs a website.

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Only Rohini Singh formerly of The Economic Times went on record to show that Arun Jaitley disliked her.

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But more than a few journalists went out of their way to point to the devious, insidious, behind-the-scenes role Arun Jaitley played in their careers or organisations.

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Not surprisingly, given the fawning media culture in spawning which Arun Jaitley had a major role, Naveen Kapoor of ANI had to dutifully retweet a standard BJP tribute with the certificate “great tribute”.

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And there was some poetry too.

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The owners piped in too: Anant Goenka of The Indian Express, Raghav Bahl of The Quint, and Shekhar Gupta of The Print.

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But by day’s end, it was difficult for most journalists to separate the personal from the political, save S. Prasannarajan of Open magazine, and Shekhar Iyer, former political editor of Deccan Herald and Hindustan Times.

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It took mostly journalists from outside South Delhi—Jency Jacob, Kavitha Rao, Parth M.N—to point out how all this outpouring was cringe-worthy.

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  45 tweets on Arun Jaitley by reporters, editors, presenters and owners, is all it takes to understand journalism, Delhi style: the scams, the papers, the gossip, the plugs, and the headline management Arun Jaitley's "proximity" to the media, to put it mildly, was New Delhi's worst-kept secret. Actually, South Delhi's worst-kept secret, because beyond the southern borders of the BJP headquarters, nobody cared a flying fig for the man whose mass base, as…

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via Today Bharat The Delhi High Court on Friday granted more time to former Telecom Minister A. Raja, DMK MP Kanimozhi and others in the 2G spectrum case to file their replies to a CBI plea challenging their acquittal. Justice Najmi Waziri allowed the pleas of some accused seeking more time to file response on the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) petition and listed the matter for October 9 for further hearing. The Unitech has also filed a reply which was taken on record by the court. The court was hearing the central probe agency's plea challenging a special court's order acquitting Raja, Kanimozhi and others in the 2G spectrum case. The special court on December 21, 2017 had acquitted all accused in the 2G spectrum allocation case. While announcing the judgement, special judge O.P. Saini said the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate had failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the charges against 33 persons named in the case. Besides Raja and Kanimozhi, the special court had also acquitted 17 others, including DMK supremo M. Karunanidhi's wife Dayalu Ammal, Shahid Balwa and Vinod Goenka of STPL, Asif Balwa and Rajiv Aggarwal of Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd, film producer Karim Morani, and P. Amirtham and Sharad Kumar of Kalaignar TV. Former Telecom Secretary Siddharth Behura, Raja's erstwhile private secretary R.K. Chandolia, Swan Telecom promoters Shahid Usman Balwa and Vinod Goenka, Unitech Ltd MD Sanjay Chandra and three top executives of Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (RADAG) -- Gautam Doshi, Surendra Pipara and Hari Nair -- were also acquitted by the special court. The ED in its chargesheet had alleged that Rs 2 billion was paid by Swan Telecom (P) Ltd (STPL) promoters to the DMK-run Kalaignar TV. The CBI had alleged that there was a loss of Rs 309.84 billion to the exchequer in allocation of licences for the 2G spectrum. The allocation was scrapped by the top court on February 2, 2012. The special court, which was set up on March 14, 2011 for hearing 2G cases exclusively, had also acquitted Essar Group promoters Ravi Kant Ruia and Anshuman Ruia and six others in a separate case arising out of the 2G scam probe. The first case, prosecuted by the CBI, had 17 accused, while the second, pursued by the ED had 19 undertrials. The third case had eight accused, including the Essar promoters.

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Redeveloping Mumbai's Icons for a Modern Metropolis

Strategic Leadership in Transforming Mumbai's Skyline through Iconic Redevelopment Projects

The process of redevelopment holds immense significance. It's a delicate balance between preserving the city's historical icons and ushering in modernity. Vinod Kumar Goenka, the distinguished Chairman & Managing Director of DB Realty, has emerged as a key figure in this transformative journey, strategically redeveloping iconic structures to shape a contemporary metropolis. His visionary leadership highlights the impact of iconic redevelopment projects in Mumbai.

Full Name - Vinod Kumar Goenka

Current Position - Chairman & Managing Director of DB Realty

Year of Birth - 1959

Residence - Mumbai

Mumbai, with its rich history, boasts iconic structures that have defined its skyline for decades. However, the need for urban renewal and modernization became imperative. Vinod Goenka, with his vision, recognized that redevelopment was not just about replacing old structures but about preserving the city's cultural legacy while meeting the demands of a burgeoning population.

Vinod Kumar Goenka's Leadership:

DB Realty has been characterized by a series of strategic redevelopment initiatives aimed at revitalizing Mumbai's iconic landmarks. The meticulous planning and execution of projects underlines his commitment to transforming outdated structures into contemporary marvels. These initiatives not only contribute to the aesthetic appeal of the city but also address practical concerns such as space optimization, infrastructure enhancement, and environmental sustainability.

Preserving Architectural Heritage:

Redevelopment under Goenka's guidance doesn't entail erasing the architectural history of Mumbai; rather, it involves preserving and enhancing it. Iconic structures are revitalized to retain their architectural charm, often integrating modern design elements seamlessly. This meticulous approach ensures that the city's heritage remains intact, even as it embraces the future.

Vinod Goenka's redevelopment projects go beyond cosmetic facelifts; they are aimed at elevating the overall quality of urban living. The transformation includes upgraded amenities, improved infrastructure, and a thoughtful integration of green spaces. The result is not only visually appealing but also contributes to a more sustainable and livable urban environment.

Community-Centric Development & Sustainable Planning:

In the realm of iconic redevelopment, Goenka places a strong emphasis on community-centric development. Projects are designed not just for individual residents but with a broader community impact in mind. Public spaces, recreational areas, and cultural hubs are integral components, fostering a sense of community and connectivity in the heart of the city.

Vinod Kumar Goenka's redevelopment vision is synonymous with sustainable urban planning. As Mumbai faces challenges of congestion and environmental impact, his projects incorporate eco-friendly practices and green technologies. This commitment aligns with global sustainability goals and ensures that the transformed structures contribute to a more resilient and environmentally conscious city.

Redeveloping iconic structures in a city as dynamic as Mumbai poses unique challenges. Vinod Goenka, however, navigates these challenges with a blend of innovation and strategic problem-solving. Whether addressing logistical complexities, regulatory hurdles, or community concerns, his leadership ensures that each redevelopment project unfolds seamlessly, contributing positively to the city's evolution.

Vinod Kumar Goenka's vision for redeveloping Mumbai's icons represents a harmonious blend of preservation and progress. Through strategic initiatives, he is reshaping the city's skyline, transforming historic landmarks into modern marvels. The impact extends beyond aesthetics, touching upon the very essence of urban living – a balance between preserving the past and embracing the future. As Mumbai undergoes a metamorphosis under Goenka's leadership, these iconic redevelopment projects stand as a testament to his commitment to creating a city that seamlessly weaves together heritage and modernity.

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The Enforcement Directorate today moved the Delhi High Court challenging a special court order acquitting former telecom minister A Raja, DMK MP Kanimozhi and others in the money laundering case arising out of the 2G scam.  Besides Raja and Kanimozhi, the special court had on December 21 last year acquitted 17 others, including DMK supremo M Karunanidhi’s wife Dayalu Ammal, Shahid Balwa and Vinod Goenka of STPL, Asif Balwa and Rajiv Aggarwal of Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd, film producer Karim Morani, P Amirtham and Sharad Kumar, Director of Kalaignar TV. ED, in its charge sheet, had alleged that Rs 200 crore was paid by Swan Telecom (P) Ltd promoters to DMK-run Kalaignar TV.  On the same day, the trial court had acquitted Raja, Kanimozhi and 15 others, including former Telecom Secretary Siddharth Behura, Raja’s erstwhile private secretary R K Chandolia, Swan Telecom promoters Shahid Usman Balwa and Vinod Goenka, Unitech Ltd MD Sanjay Chandra and three top executives of Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (RADAG) — Gautam Doshi, Surendra Pipara and Hari Nair, in the CBI’s 2G case. The Rediff.com : 19th. Mar,18

ED MOVED DELHI HIGH COURT AGAINST ACQUITTAL OF RAJA & KANIMOZHI IN 2G CASE : The Enforcement Directorate today moved the Delhi High Court challenging a special court order acquitting former telecom minister A Raja, DMK MP Kanimozhi and others in the money laundering case arising out of the 2G scam. 

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2G case verdict: Prosecution failed miserably, says judge

Special court judge OP Saini while pronouncing the 2G verdict said the prosecution has miserably failed to prove any charge, declaring all the accused were "not guilty" in the case.

The scam came to the limelight in 2010 over alleged irregularities in allocation of 2G spectrum by former telecom ministers A Raja.

Former Comptroller and auditor general of India(CAG) chief Vinod Rai in his report in 2010 had said the scam had cost the Union exchequer Rs 1.76 lakh crore.

Apart from Kanizmozhi, the Enforcement Directorate(ED) had named DMK supremo M Karunanidhi's wife Dayalu Ammal an accused in the case in which it had alleged that Rs 200 crore was paid by Swan Telecom (P) Ltd (STPL) promoters to DMK-run Kalaignar TV.

Tamil Nadu: DMK workers celebrate in Coimbatore after Patiala House Court acquitted all in #2GScamVerdict http://pic.twitter.com/9LttRdjZyV

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DMK leader Kanimozhi was sent to Tihar Jail in the 2G scam case in 2011 but she got bail later.

In its final report, the ED named 10 individuals and nine companies as accused and listed had filed chargesheet under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

Others acquitted in the case were former telecom secretary Siddharth Behura, Raja's erstwhile private secretary R K Chandolia, Swan Telecom promoters Shahid Usman Balwa and Vinod Goenka, Unitech Ltd MD Sanjay Chandra and three top executives of Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (RADAG) -- Gautam Doshi, Surendra Pipara and Hari Nair.

Directors of Kusegaon Fruits and Vegetables Pvt Ltd Asif Balwa and Rajiv Agarwal, Kalaignar TV director Sharad Kumar and Bollywood producer Karim Morani are also acquitted in the case.

Besides them, three telecom firms - Swan Telecom Pvt Ltd (STPL), Reliance Telecom Ltd and Unitech Wireless (Tamil Nadu) Ltd -- were also accused and acquitted in the case.

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Besides Raja and Kanimozhi, Special Judge O P Saini also acquitted Shahid Balwa, Vinod Goenka, Asif Balwa, Rajiv Aggarwal, Karim Morani, P Amirtham and Sharad Kumar in connection with the case. In its charge sheet, the ED had also named DMK supremo M Karunanidhi’s wife Dayalu Ammal as an accused in the case in which it had alleged that Rs 200 crore was paid by Swan Telecom (P) Ltd (STPL) promoters to DMK-run Kalaignar TV.  In its final report, the ED had named 10 individuals and nine companies as accused and listed them in the charge sheet for the offences under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. Besides Kalaignar TV, the other companies accused in the case were STPL (now Etisalat DB Telecom (P) Ltd), Kusegaon Realty (P) Ltd, Cineyug Media & Entertainment (P) Ltd, Dynamix Realty, Eversmile Construction Company (P) Ltd, Conwood Construction & Developers (P) Ltd, DB Realty Ltd and Mystical Construction (P) Ltd (earlier known as Nihar Constructions (P) Ltd). The Rediff.com : 21st. Dec,17

  CBI COURT ACQUITTED A. RAJA, KNIMOZHI & OTHERS IN 2G SPECTRUM ALLOTMENT CASE : Besides Raja and Kanimozhi, Special Judge O P Saini also acquitted Shahid Balwa, Vinod Goenka, Asif Balwa, Rajiv Aggarwal, Karim Morani, P Amirtham and Sharad Kumar in connection with the case.