Income Tax officials have conducted 'surveys' at the BBC's offices in Delhi and Mumbai, seizing phones and laptops. The action, which began on February 14th, 2023, is reportedly related to alleged profit diversion and transfer pricing irregularities, with officials examining accounts since 2012. The BBC is cooperating with the authorities. The move has drawn criticism from opposition parties and press bodies, who view it as intimidation following the broadcaster's controversial documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Income Tax officials yesterday, i.e. 14th February 2023 searched the BBCs Delhi and Mumbai offices and seized phones and laptops, weeks after the UK national broadcasters documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the deadly communal riots in Gujarat in 2002 sparked huge controversy.
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FAQ :
Income Tax officials conducted 'surveys' at the BBC's Delhi and Mumbai offices, seizing phones and laptops and sealing the premises.
The surveys began on February 14th, 2023.
Tax authorities stated the surveys are related to alleged diversion of profits and irregularities in transfer pricing, with officials examining account details since 2012.
The BBC stated they are cooperating fully and expressed hope for a swift resolution.
Opposition parties and the Editors Guild of India have accused the government of targeting the BBC due to its critical documentary, calling it a form of intimidation and harassment.
Yes, the Supreme Court recently rejected a request for a complete ban on the BBC in India over the documentary.