Today (10th May): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) filed a new charge sheet against BRS leader K Kavitha in the Delhi excise policy case. The court will hear the arguments regarding the seventh charge sheet on May 13. Kavitha’s plea for bail is scheduled for May 24 after being rejected on May 6, extending her judicial custody. ED’s investigation revealed alleged corruption and bribery.
On 2nd May: K Kavitha, a BRS leader, is seeking bail in the Delhi Excise Scam case. She argues that her arrest was unnecessary and politically motivated, aimed at hindering her election campaign. Kavitha claims the investigating agencies have no substance to support her alleged involvement in the scam and accuses them of tarnishing her reputation for political gain. The court is set to announce its decision on May 6.
New Delhi: Today( 22nd April): The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi is yet to decide on the bail plea of K Kavitha, a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi (BRS), linked to a CBI case involving the Excise Policy. Allegations state that the ruling party aims to tarnish her and her father’s reputation for political gain in the upcoming 2024 general elections. Kavitha was arrested in connection with an alleged liquor policy scam and is facing allegations of irregularities in the modification of the excise policy. The investigating agencies aim to establish a broader conspiracy related to the formulation and execution of the Excise Policy, and they claim that the alleged actions resulted in a loss of Rs 144.36 crore to the exchequer.
Today (22nd April): The Supreme Court has asked the Gujarat Government to respond to the bail plea of retired IAS officer Pradeep Sharma, accused of illegally converting government land during his tenure as collector of Kutch district. After the Gujarat High Court rejected his bail plea, Sharma appealed to the Supreme Court, citing previous misconduct allegations.
Today(on 15th April), Delhi court postpones Manish Sisodia’s bail hearing for the fourth time. Advocate argues for his prolonged incarceration. Central Bureau of Investigation accuses Sisodia of being the mastermind behind the alleged Delhi Excise scam. Enforcement Directorate claims Sisodia participated in the destruction of evidence. Sisodia seeks interim bail to campaign for Aam Aadmi Party during the Lok Sabha polls.
The Allahabad High Court directed that private photos cannot be filed without prior court approval, emphasizing the infringement on privacy rights and potential emotional distress. The court explicitly instructed its registry not to accept private or indecent photographs without prior approval. The directive stemmed from a bail plea in a rape case involving specific private photographs. The accused was granted bail after clarification from their legal counsel.
On Tuesday (9th April): The Delhi Police opposed Umar Khalid’s bail plea, alleging he spread false information on social media and incited violence during the 2020 Delhi riots. They presented evidence of his communication with various individuals to manipulate the narrative. Khalid’s request for bail hinged on lack of evidence against him, with the court set to decide on the matter.
Today(on 8th April), The Supreme Court has granted former Mumbai Police officer Pradeep Sharma temporary relief from surrendering to serve a life sentence in a 2006 fake encounter case. The court has requested a response from the Maharashtra government regarding his bail plea. Sharma’s appeal challenges the Bombay High Court’s verdict. The case involves a reversal of acquittal.
The Supreme Court has directed States and Union Territories to retain their panel lawyers for at least six weeks after a change in government to prevent unnecessary adjournments in court proceedings. The directive aims to ensure the smooth functioning of courts and avoid inconvenience to litigants. This order followed a hearing of a bail plea by an individual accused of cheating in an examination conducted by the Uttarakhand government.
Today(on 1st April),The Supreme Court requested a response from Tamil Nadu DVAC on Ankit Tiwari’s default bail plea, connect it to his existing regular bail plea. Justices Surya Kant and KV Viswanathan will review the plea within four weeks. Tiwari, an ED officer, was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe. The Madras HC dismissed his statutory bail plea.
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