IT Raid on Hero Agency Owner: 150 Personnel, 36 Vehicles, 30-Hour Operation in Raxaul

• A major joint operation by the Income Tax Department and ED is underway in Raxaul, Motihari district, Bihar, targeting businessman Mohammad Kalim.
• The raid involved 150 paramilitary personnel, 36 vehicles, and has been ongoing for 20 days, with a specific 30-hour operation at Kalim's Hero agency.
• Investigators seized a 'red diary' containing names and financial records of prominent individuals, including Kalim's associate Bhola Gupta, leading to further raids.
• Approximately 50 lakh rupees in cash, including Indian and Nepali currency, and old 2000 rupee notes, were seized during the searches.
• Paramilitary forces (SSB) are providing tight security, cordoning off Kalim's Hero agency, Tanishq showroom, and other key locations.

Why It Matters: A massive IT and ED raid on Mohammad Kalim in Raxaul has uncovered cash, a 'red diary', and a Nepali currency connection.