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Banks cannot freeze entire account when probe agencies seek freezing of only specified amount: Karnataka High Court
The Karnataka High Court ruled that banks cannot freeze entire accounts when investigative agencies request the freezing of only a specified amount. The decision emphasizes targeted actions based on specific agency demands.
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