IDFC First Bank Chandigarh branch news is making headlines after the bank reported a fraud case of around ₹590 crore at its Chandigarh branch. The bank has already taken action and suspended four employees linked to the case.
Shares of IDFC First Bank are likely to remain in focus on Monday after this big update.
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How the Fraud Was Found
The issue came to light when a Haryana Government department asked the bank to close its account and transfer funds to another bank. During this process, the bank noticed a mismatch between the account balance and the amount mentioned by the department.
After checking more accounts, the bank found differences in several accounts at the Chandigarh branch. The total amount under review is about ₹590 crore.
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Action Taken by the Bank
In this latest IDFC First Bank Chandigarh branch news, the bank has:
- Suspended four suspected officials
- Filed a complaint with the police
- Started the process of appointing an independent agency for a forensic audit
- Asked other banks to freeze suspicious accounts linked to the case
The bank said strict disciplinary, civil, and criminal action will be taken against all those involved.
What Happens Next?
The real loss will be known after the investigation and recovery process are finished. The bank has also informed its special fraud monitoring committee about the matter.
On Friday, IDFC First Bank shares closed 0.72% higher at ₹83.56. However, the stock may see movement in the next trading session after this news.
This IDFC First Bank Chandigarh branch news shows how important strong monitoring systems are in the banking sector. More updates are expected after the investigation is completed.
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