Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi Today criticized the actions of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the case of K Kavitha, accusing them of unfairness and harassment. The advocate argued for bail, stating that Kavitha’s arrest was unnecessary and that the ED reneged on their undertaking to the Supreme Court. The case is scheduled for further hearing on April 4. Kavitha, a leader of Bharat Rashtra Samithi, is accused in the Delhi excise scam case and is currently in judicial custody until April 9, with a plea for interim bail filed.
The Tihar Jail administrator on Sunday informed the court that K Kavitha, a leader of Bharat Rashtra Samithi, cannot have home-cooked meals in prison as directed by the court. Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana CM, alleged non-compliance with the court’s directive. The court emphasized its order to comply with jail regulations and urged the lawyer to gather accurate instructions.
The Delhi High Court issued notice to the Delhi government in response to a petition seeking a ban on disclosing the names and details of individuals accused in rape cases without court authorization. The petition, filed by a doctor accused in a 2023 rape case, emphasizes the need for anonymity until the conclusion of the trial and demands strict prohibitions on media disclosure.
The ASI initiated a comprehensive survey of the Bhojshala/Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Madhya Pradesh, employing carbon-dating technology. Mandated by the High Court, the survey aims to resolve the historical dispute between Hindus and Muslims. Despite security measures, religious activities continue, while legal disputes and dissatisfaction from the Muslim community persist.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal granted conditional bail Today in a case related to Delhi’s excise policy. The Enforcement Directorate had filed complaints against him for neglecting legal summonses. BJP and AAP shared contrasting views on the matter, with accusations of political vendetta and misuse of central agencies. Kejriwal previously disregarded multiple summonses, labeling them as politically motivated.
The Delhi court today rejected AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal’s plea to postpone his summons related to the Delhi excise policy case filed by the Enforcement Directorate. Despite Kejriwal’s request, the court ruled that he must appear before the magistrate court. The ED’s investigation stems from alleged irregularities in the policy during Kejriwal’s tenure as Chief Minister.
Mukhtar Ansari | Delhi Police challenged a NHRC order criticizing their failure to protect Shahnawaz Ansari, linked to gangster Mukhtar Ansari, killed in a Bijnor court. The court temporarily suspended the NHRC directive for compensation and appointed an amicus curiae to assist in the matter. The hearing was postponed until July 18, with the Uttar Pradesh Police included as a respondent.
“You want to protect your policemen.”: The Bombay High Court criticized the Special Investigation Team for incomplete probe into a 2018 alleged fake encounter. The court questioned the lax investigation against police officers involved and expressed dissatisfaction with the progress. It also requested specific steps taken by the police in murder cases and hinted at potential transfer of the investigation.
A Mumbai court convicted Kanhaiya, a transgender person, for the kidnapping and murder of a three-month-old infant in 2021. The crime stemmed from a dispute over traditional gifts. The accomplice, Sonu Kale, was acquitted due to lack of evidence. The case underscores the need to protect vulnerable members of society and ensure justice for the innocent victim.
Adarsh Scam | Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Ashok Chavan’s departure from Congress to join BJP, amidst the Adarsh Housing Society scandal, sparks speculation. The scandal involved the illegal allocation of apartments to politicians and officials. Chavan, accused in the case, denies any link between his resignation and past controversies. The Supreme Court’s upcoming hearing intensifies interest in the unfolding political and legal developments.