UK govt 'monitoring' BBC 'survey operations' in India; Modi Govt says 'no one is above law'

Published on Feb 15, 2023 12:13 am IST

The Income Tax Department carried out 'Survey Operations' at BBC's offices in Mumbai and Delhi. As per reports, the UK govt has taken note of the tax 'surveys' at BBC's offices in India. Sources say, the UK govt is closely monitoring the situation.. I-T department officials told PTI that the 'surveys' were related to allegations of tax evasion and transfer price irregularities. The department is looking at documents related to business operations of the company's India arm. The I-T Dept 'Surveys' come just weeks after the BBC aired a two-part documentary on the 2002 Gujarat riots and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Hindustan Times Videos bring you news, views and explainers about current issues in India and across the globe. We’re always excited to report the news as quickly as possible, use new technological tools to reach you better and tell stories with a 360 degree view to give you a better understanding of the world around you.

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