Today, On 15th July, The Rouse Avenue Court in New Delhi deferred the CBI’s arguments in the Delhi Excise policy case, extending Manish Sisodia’s judicial custody until July 22. Accused individuals appeared via video conferencing. K Kavitha’s plea for default bail postponed. The court previously denied bail for Sisodia in corruption and money laundering cases.
Today, On 9th July, Satyendar Jain’s final bail plea denied by a Delhi court in a money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate arrested Jain in May 2022 following a CBI FIR from 2017. The former Delhi Cabinet minister’s requests for interim bail rejected, and there are allegations of bribery related to the installation of CCTVs in the city.
Yesterday, On 8th July, The Supreme Court dismissed West Bengal government’s plea to suspend CBI probe into ration scam cases. The High Court directed CBI to investigate ration scam cases, sexual assault, and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali, despite the state’s objections. The CBI was instructed to conduct a comprehensive probe, given the alleged association between key individuals involved in the cases.
Yesterday, On 6th July, The Delhi court denied Arvind Kejriwal’s request for his wife to be present during his medical check-up, citing that it contradicts prison regulations and could set a precedent against the rules. Despite this, the court approved his petition for access to medical records and allowed his wife to contact the medical board or doctors directly.
The Uttar Pradesh Government has formed a three-member judicial commission, led by former Allahabad High Court Judge Brijesh Kumar Srivastav, to investigate the Hathras stampede that claimed over 120 lives. The commission will examine aspects such as crowd control measures and recommend preventive actions. Various legal pleas have been initiated in response to the tragic incident.
Today, On 3rd July, The Delhi High Court denied bail to Zeeshan Haider and Daud Nasir, implicated in a money laundering case involving Delhi Waqf Board irregularities and AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma cited ample evidence under anti-money laundering law, linking them to property purchases with illicit funds. The case stemmed from CBI and Delhi Police complaints.
Today, On 26th June, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been placed in CBI custody for three days by a Delhi court in connection with the excise policy case. Kejriwal maintains his and other AAP leaders’ innocence and refutes allegations against them. The court concurred with Kejriwal, agreeing that he did not make the remarks attributed to him by the CBI.
Today, On 25th June, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal arrested by the CBI at Tihar Jail in connection with a corruption case linked to the Delhi Excise Policy. This arrest occurred just before his Supreme Court bail hearing for a related money laundering case. The timing of the arrest heightens political and legal tensions surrounding the case.
Today, On 18th June, A Bengaluru court extended the judicial custody of former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna by 14 days, in response to a request from the Special Investigation Team handling a sexual assault case against him. Revanna faces multiple charges of rape and sexual abuse, adding to the complex political landscape in Karnataka.
Today, On 12th June, A local court ordered the remand of Prajwal Revanna to Special Investigation Team custody until June 18. Facing charges of sexual abuse and rape, Revanna, a prominent political figure and grandson of a former Prime Minister, was arrested upon his return from Germany. The case has drawn public scrutiny.
