Ex-CFO Seeks to Assist CBI in Rs 116 Crore Chandigarh Smart City Scam Probe
Nalini Malik, former CFO of Chandigarh Smart City Limited, arrested in a Rs 116 crore fund scam involving IDFC First Bank deposits, has applied to assist the CBI in identifying allegedly forged documents. The CBI opposed her plea, stating the investigation is ongoing and that Malik, already named in the chargesheet filed on June 12, 2026, is an accused. The agency emphasized that investigation control rests with it but remains open to reviewing any relevant material Malik provides.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (48/100). Lens Score 62/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–48/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 6 Aug, 03:04 pm. Other outlets followed.