CBI raids residences of former Union Minister P Chidambaram and son Karthi

CBI raids P Chidambaram's residence at Nungambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. (EPS|Romani Agarwal)

The CBI team began the raids at his house early in the morning under the supervision from the Delhi headquarters. (EPS|Romani Agarwal)

According to reports, the raids are part of the Aircel-Maxis case. (EPS|Romani Agarwal)

Dhanapal, Senior Advocate at P Chidambaram's residence at Nungambakkam where the CBI has raided. (EPS|Romani Agarwal)

It is also being said that the raids are linked to clearances given to INX media, which was once owned by Peter Mukerjea. (EPS|Romani Agarwal)

Former Union Minister P Chidambaram's son, Karti Chidambaram (EPS|Romani Agarwal)

Karti P Chidambaram spoke to the media before leaving for his office where the CBI officials were waiting. (EPS|Romani Agarwal)