Kochi13 September 2020 22:11 ISTMinister was questioned by ED in connection with distribution of religious books provided by UAE consulateThe distribution of Korans provided by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) consulate in the State needs to be viewed as a cultural and religious transaction and there is nothing more to it, says Minister K.T. Jaleel, who was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) here last week in connection with the controversy surrounding the diplomatic baggage imports. The Opposition parties had mounted pressure for the resignation of Dr. Jaleel after the interrogation. Dr. Jaleel said he went to the ED office in friend’s car as he did not own one. No one can ever allege that I have done anything in return for money or other favours,” Dr. Jaleel asserted.

Source: The Hindu September 13, 2020 16:41 UTC