New Delhi, February 17, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Actor and philanthropist Tina Ambani, wife of Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani, did not appear before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday despite being summoned for questioning in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigation linked to Reliance Communications (RCom). This marks the second time in two weeks that she has skipped the central agency’s summons.
The ED had earlier directed Tina Ambani to appear on February 10, but she did not attend. A fresh summons was subsequently issued for Tuesday, which she again did not comply with. Officials said her questioning is considered important in connection with the alleged financial transactions under scrutiny.
Probe Linked to ₹40,000 Crore Loan Default
Reliance Communications is currently under investigation for alleged financial irregularities and loan defaults exceeding ₹40,000 crore. The Enforcement Directorate is examining the alleged diversion and laundering of funds related to the company’s financial dealings.
Reliance Group chairman Anil Ambani was previously questioned by the agency in August and has reportedly been summoned again for further examination as part of the ongoing probe.
Manhattan Property Deal Under Investigation
Investigators are examining financial transactions connected to the purchase and sale of a luxury residential property in Manhattan, New York. The ED suspects that proceeds from the sale of the property, valued at approximately USD 8.3 million (around ₹69.55 crore), may be linked to irregular financial arrangements.
According to the agency, the property was allegedly sold in 2023 during the corporate insolvency resolution process of Reliance Communications. The ED has claimed that the transaction involved questionable investment structures, including overseas financial transfers routed through foreign entities without proper authorisation.
Arrest and Asset Attachment in Case
As part of the investigation, the Enforcement Directorate has arrested former Reliance Communications president Punit Garg. The agency has also attached assets worth approximately ₹12,000 crore and filed multiple prosecution complaints against Reliance Group entities.
Additionally, the ED has constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine alleged bank fraud, money laundering, and related financial irregularities involving companies associated with the Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group, following directions from the Supreme Court.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are continuing to examine financial records and transaction trails linked to the case.
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