George Soros-linked Bengaluru firm under ED lens for getting USAID funding of Rs 8 cr

The Enforcement Directorate is examining funding from USAID in an investigation involving hedge fund operator George Soros and three Bengaluru-based companies. The scrutiny includes ASAR Social Impact Advisors, which received Rs 8 crore from USAID. ED aims to understand the motives behind the payments amid concerns over compliance and undesirable activities flagged by the home ministry.