Al Falah University's Founder Lands in Judicial Custody

Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, founder of Al Falah University, was sent to 14-day judicial custody over a terror-linked money laundering case, after earlier spending 13 days in Enforcement Directorate custody. The ED has accused the university of financial discrepancies and misrepresented accreditation, leading to Siddiqui's arrest.

Al Falah University's founder, Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, faces a 14-day judicial custody as ordered by a Delhi court, linked to alleged money laundering involving terror finances.

Siddiqui was previously under Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody for 13 days. On appearing in court before Additional Sessions Judge Sheetal Chaudhary Pradhan, it was highlighted that Monday technically marked the 12th day of his custody, although ED argued the prosecution's timing was premature.

The ED accuses the university of inflating UGC recognition, fabricating NAAC accreditation, and mismanaging funds purportedly collected for personal enrichment. The initial arrest uncovered Rs 48 lakh in cash during searches, prompting extended investigations.

(With inputs from agencies.)