In India, CBI matters typically refer to cases handled by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the premier investigative agency responsible for tackling corruption, high-profile crimes, and other significant matters that often involve public officials, government institutions, or large-scale criminal activities. The CBI operates under the jurisdiction of the Government of India and often takes up cases that require specialized and unbiased investigation.

Functions of the CBI:

  1. Anti-Corruption: Investigating allegations of corruption and misconduct against public officials and government employees.
  2. Special Crimes: Handling cases such as serious fraud, murder, organized crime, financial crimes, and human trafficking.
  3. Economic Offenses: Investigating large-scale financial frauds, money laundering, and bank-related crimes.
  4. High-Profile and Sensitive Cases: Taking over investigations in sensitive cases or when directed by the Supreme Court or High Courts of India.
  5. Cyber Crimes: Investigating cyber-related crimes, such as hacking, data theft, and other digital offenses.

Types of Cases Handled by the CBI:

1. Corruption Cases:

  • Investigations against public servants for accepting bribes, misusing official positions, or engaging in other corrupt activities.
  • Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 is often invoked in such cases.

2. Financial and Economic Offenses:

  • Bank Frauds: Investigating fraudulent activities involving large sums of money or manipulation of banking operations.
  • Corporate Frauds: Enquiries into companies involved in deceptive business practices, cheating investors, or violating laws.
  • Money Laundering: Probing into the illegal transfer and conversion of money gained from criminal activities.

3. Special Crimes:

  • High-Profile Murders: Investigating politically or socially sensitive murder cases.
  • Kidnapping for Ransom: Investigations into cases where organized crime or high-profile individuals are involved.
  • Terrorism-Related Investigations: Assisting in terror-related cases, especially when there is an international connection.
  • Human Trafficking and Organized Crime: Tracking large-scale trafficking operations or other syndicated crimes.