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High-profile ‘fixer’ directs ₹8-cr GST fraud from Mumbai prison
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· September 6, 2026
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Key points The case involves Hiten Bhagat and an alleged GST fraud. A complaint filed by Amit Tipnis, who worked as a country manager, led to the registration of a case.
A complaint filed by Amit Tipnis, who worked as a country manager, led to the registration of a case. Tipnis is a resident of Dadar. The case involves Hiten Bhagat and an alleged GST fraud.
The amount involved in the fraud is ₹7.99 crore. Further details about the case and the allegations against Hiten Bhagat are available from the source.
The complaint by Amit Tipnis initiated the investigation into the alleged fraud. For more information on the case, including the current status and any additional details, one can refer to the source publication.
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Published: September 6, 2026 ·
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