A Delhi court has approved Arvind Kejriwal’s passport renewal for 10 years despite his involvement in the Delhi excise policy scam case. However, he still requires court permission to travel abroad. This ruling acknowledges his right to renew his passport while adhering to ongoing legal proceedings related to the allegations against him.
The CBI informed the court about a fraudulent scheme involving a non-existent school used to produce fake certificates in exchange for land sold to Lalu Yadav and his family. Unqualified candidates were hired for railway jobs inappropriately. The investigation revealed significant irregularities and pressure in the hiring process, emphasizing the urgency and lack of verification.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that licensed stamp vendors qualify as “public servants” under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988. The court acquitted Aman Bhatia, a convicted stamp vendor, due to lack of evidence for bribe demand, emphasizing that public servant status is based on duty, not remuneration type.
Today, On 18th February, The Supreme Court granted bail to Christian Michel James, an alleged middleman in the AgustaWestland case. The case involves a suspected scam linked to the purchase of 12 VVIP helicopters. Michel was accused of facilitating deals between officials and the chopper manufacturer. His bail marks a significant development in the long-running investigation.
Dr. Mohankumar, accused of money laundering related to securing a medical seat for a public servant’s daughter, had his discharge application rejected by the Karnataka High Court. The court emphasized that evidence collected warranted proceeding with the trial, finding unexplained cash deposits raised significant suspicions. The case will continue.
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Karnataka: On Thursday(14th Nov): Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s appeal against Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot’s sanction to prosecute him in the MUDA scam case will be heard by a Division Bench on November 23. Siddaramaiah contests allegations of corruption involving land granted to his wife, previously upheld by a single-judge bench that dismissed his plea in September.
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Today, On 24th October, the Supreme Court will hear Madhu Koda’s plea for a stay on his 2017 conviction concerning the coal scam. Koda, convicted for corruption in coal block allocations, aims to contest upcoming Jharkhand Assembly elections. The Delhi High Court previously denied similar requests, citing disqualification from public office for convicted individuals.
A petition has been filed in the Karnataka High Court for a CBI probe against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over alleged illegal land allotments involving his wife. Activist Snehamayi Krishna claims that only a central investigation can ensure fairness, as the Lokayukta operates under state jurisdiction.
