The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against a middleman for allegedly demanding a bribe of ₹4 lakh from a fine art collector and businessman. The case was filed on May 7, 2026, based on a complaint from the victim.
According to the CBI, the accused, identified as a private individual acting as a middleman, approached the businessman and demanded the bribe to facilitate some official work. The exact nature of the official work or the government department involved has not been disclosed in initial reports.
The CBI has not made any arrests yet, and investigations are ongoing. The agency is expected to conduct searches at the premises of the accused to gather evidence. Further details are awaited as the probe progresses.
