The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has intensified its probe into a bank scam in Haryana, India, involving IDFC First Bank and AU Small Finance Bank. On May 14, 2023, the CBI conducted searches across seven locations in Chandigarh and Panchkula, targeting residential properties, business establishments, and showrooms of jewellers linked to the investigation. The agency reported seizing various incriminating documents and digital evidence that are believed to be connected to the fraudulent activities. According to officials, the scam allegedly involved collusion between certain bank officials and public servants from various departments of the Haryana government, leading to the misappropriation of government funds. The case was transferred to the CBI by the Haryana government, which has prompted the agency to expedite the investigation. So far, 16 individuals have been arrested as part of this ongoing inquiry, and the CBI is actively pursuing several leads to uncover further details about the fraud.