ED summons IAS officer Ranjan in money laundering case

The Enforcement Directorate summoned Jharkhand-cadre IAS officer Manish Ranjan for questioning on May 28 in connection with the state rural development department's tender scam and money laundering case. \r

Ranjan, previously a secretary in the rural development department and currently serving as the secretary of the land, road, and building department, faces inquiry alongside Congress leader and state minister Alamgir Alam. Alam, arrested earlier, had funds amounting to over Rs 32 crore seized. The probe revolves around alleged irregularities and bribery involving officials and contractors. \r

Alam's remand was extended for five more days, with the ED citing his possession of crucial information despite health objections raised by his advocate.