Today (22nd March)A PIL was filed in the Delhi High Court to remove Arvind Kejriwal as Chief Minister after his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case linked to an excise policy. The petition demands explanations from relevant authorities and calls for Kejriwal’s dismissal. The court will schedule a hearing after addressing certain flaws in the petition.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal arrested Today by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with the defunct Delhi liquor policy scandal, following the denial of protection from arrest by the Delhi High Court. The agency alleges a conspiracy to manipulate the excise policy and financial transactions benefiting AAP. This escalates an ongoing investigation.
Today(21st March),The Delhi High Court denies interim relief to Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case, leaving him vulnerable to potential coercive action by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The ED conducted a search at his residence as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of manipulation of the Delhi Excise policy. Kejriwal’s plea for relief has been postponed to April 22.
19th March (Tuesday): AAP leader Sanjay Singh told the Supreme Court that he was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case without prior summons. The court scheduled further hearings for April 2. His legal representative argued that his arrest followed a statement by an ED witness in July 2023 without prior intimation. Singh was earlier detained by the ED on October 4 in connection with the case.
Former NCB zonal director, Sameer Wankhede, faces a money laundering case over an alleged Rs 25 crore bribe demand in the Aryan Khan drug case. The Bombay High Court has granted him protection from arrest until March 1. Wankhede has also challenged the case, alleging malice and vendetta due to his prior complaint against NCB officials.
The Delhi High Court has issued notice to the Delhi Police following a plea by Prabir Purkayastha challenging the UAPA FIR against him. The case involves allegations of illicit foreign funds, press freedom, and the use of UAPA against journalists. This legal challenge holds significant implications for media freedom and the application of anti-terrorism laws in India.
Manish Sisodia, a leader of the Aam Aadmi Party, has faced legal battles over alleged involvement in the Delhi excise policy scam. Despite being in custody, he secured custody parole to visit his ailing wife, evidencing the court’s compassion amidst legal proceedings. The upcoming bail hearing and support from his party add political significance to this complex case.
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India has reaffirmed its stance on the procedural requirements for arrests made by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED), dismissing a review petition that challenged the need for providing reasons for arrest in writing at the time of arrest. This ruling solidifies the court’s previous judgment, emphasizing the […]
Hemant Soren resigned as Chief Minister of Jharkhand after his arrest in a money laundering investigation. He has taken his legal battle with the Enforcement Directorate to the Supreme Court, a pivotal moment with political and legal implications. The case raises questions about the balance of power and the independence of judicial processes in India.
The Madras High Court has raised concerns about V Senthil Balaji’s tenure as a DMK minister despite his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate on money laundering charges, sparking a debate on political accountability and the treatment of public officials in legal matters. This case underscores the delicate balance between individual rights and the standards of conduct for government office holders.