Today, On 30th July, The Rouse Avenue Court scheduled August 12 for hearing the CBI’s chargesheet against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and five others in the excise policy case. The case involves alleged irregularities in the policy’s implementation, with the court’s decision holding significance for Kejriwal’s legal standing. The High Court reserved its decision on Kejriwal’s bail plea and plea for interim bail.
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Today, On 25th July, The Delhi High Court approved Arvind Kejriwal’s request for two additional jail meetings with his lawyers, despite objections from the Enforcement Directorate and Tihar Jail. Kejriwal, facing multiple cases, argued for fair legal representation. The court granted his plea, emphasizing the right to effective legal help. Kejriwal remains in Tihar Jail for alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy.
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Today, On 10th July, The Delhi High Court postponed its decision on Bibhav Kumar’s bail application until July 12. Kumar, a former aide to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, faces charges related to an alleged assault on Swati Maliwal. The judge and police opposed the bail plea, citing an ongoing investigation, with the case carrying significant political implications for the Aam Aadmi Party.
Today, 2nd July, Lawyers in New Delhi oppose a directive to postpone final orders during judicial vacations, sparking controversy. The advisory allegedly prohibits vacation judges from issuing final orders, leading to concerns over delays and a potential impact on judicial independence. This move has prompted objections from legal circles and highlighted the balance between administrative efficiency and timely justice.
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Today, On 1st July, The Delhi High Court issued a notice to Delhi Police in response to a plea by Bibhav Kumar challenging his potential arrest in the Swati Maliwal assault case. Kumar, an associate of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, denied bail due to the serious nature of the allegations. The case carries political implications for the Aam Aadmi Party.
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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.
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Today, On 26th June, The Enforcement Directorate (ED) criticized the trial court’s hasty granting of bail to Arvind Kejriwal, emphasizing that it undermined the judicial process’s integrity. The Supreme Court allowed Kejriwal to file a substantial appeal, as the ED highlighted procedural lapses and failure to comply with mandatory conditions. Additionally, the CBI was granted permission to formally arrest Kejriwal.
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Today, On 2n June, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered at Tihar Jail, ending his interim bail granted by the Supreme Court. He criticized exit polls as fake and expressed gratitude to the court. The Aam Aadmi Party leader was released earlier for election campaigning. Kejriwal visited religious sites before returning to jail and expressed commitment to serving the nation.
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Today, On 13th May, The Delhi court is set to hear the Enforcement Directorate’s charge sheet against K. Kavitha in the Excise Case on May 14. Kavitha, a leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) party, along with four others, is accused in the money laundering case related to the Delhi excise policy. The case involves alleged corruption and money laundering in the development and implementation of the policy, with a total of 18 individuals, including Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, having been arrested so far. The outcome of the hearing could have implications for the future proceedings.
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Today, 26th April, The Delhi Court extended the judicial custody of AAP leader Manish Sisodia and others in connection to the Excise Policy Case until May 8. The case involves allegations of irregularities in the Delhi government’s liquor policy. The court also issued directives to the Enforcement Directorate to estimate the time required for digitizing the documents, aiming for more efficient handling of the case.