The fake stamp paper scam was among India’s largest financial frauds, involving massive losses to the exchequer. The Delhi High Court was hearing the plea of brothers Ramneek and Dheeraj Kanwar in connection with it.
The scam, which was uncovered in 2001, was originally investigated by Gandhinagar Zone of CID Crime of Gujarat Police, before it was transferred to the CBI.
Scam 2003 review: Gagan Dev Riar as Telgi is terrific, his body language determinedly ordinary—a face like millions in the crowd, bush-shirt bulging over a protruding stomach-- which hides a razor-sharp mind always working on how to get ahead.
In 2005, when the Tax Department first raised a demand of Rs 120 crore against Telgi, it was one of the highest tax demands against an individual. Two years later, he was convicted of the scam and awarded 30 years of imprisonment and a fine of Rs 202 crore.
As Hansal Mehta and SonyLiv announce that the follow-up to 1992 Scam: The Harshad Mehta Story will be Scam 2003: The Curious Case of Abdul Karim Telgi, here's a primer who was the kingpin of the fake stamp paper scam.
Abdul Karim Telgi, was arrested in 2001 by the Bengaluru police for running a nationwide fake stamp paper racket from the early 1990s to divert crores worth of revenue of the state exchequer from sales of stamp paper.
Subsequent investigation in the case revealed that Abdul Karim Telgi, who was later shifted to Yeravada jail in Pune for some time, was the kingpin of a multi-crore fake stamp paper scam spread over several states.
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Guwahati and Navi Mumbai airports have been recognized as two of the world's most beautiful airports in 2026 by Prix Versailles. These airports showcase the region's culture and natural beauty, incorporating elements like bamboo and lotus-inspired designs. This prestigious award not only recognizes the airports' unique architecture but also brings attention to Northeast's rich cultural heritage.
