https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=80233 Seizure of Indian Rupees under PMLA, 2002 due to alleged involvement in Hawala transaction. Appellant argued not being accused in FIR or ECIR, thus seizure u/s 17 not valid. However, evidence indicated Hawala transaction of Rs.15 Crore and appellant's failure to explain the source of funds. Statement u/s 50 implicated appellant in facilitating transaction. Second argument on bank withdrawals not clarifying legitimate use of funds for foreign exchange. Appellant's involvement in large transactions not substantiated. Appeal dismissed by Appellate Tribunal. en-us Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:06:07 +0530 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:06:07 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=80233 Seizure of Indian Rupees under PMLA, 2002 due to alleged involvement in Hawala transaction. Appellant argued not being accused in FIR or ECIR, thus seizure u/s 17 not valid. However, evidence indicated Hawala transaction of Rs.15 Crore and appellant's failure to explain the source of funds. Statement u/s 50 implicated appellant in facilitating transaction. Second argument on bank withdrawals not clarifying legitimate use of funds for foreign exchange. Appellant's involvement in large transactions not substantiated. Appeal dismissed by Appellate Tribunal. Highlights Money Laundering Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:06:07 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/highlights?id=80233