Today, On 6th December, the Delhi court directed the CBI to submit a list of un-relied upon documents in the ongoing Excise Policy case. The next hearing is set for December 13. The case involves allegations of corruption related to Delhi’s liquor policy, impacting political figures including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia.
Today, On 27th August, The Supreme Court criticized the selective investigations by the CBI and ED in the Delhi Excise Policy case, stressing that accused individuals should not be chosen at convenience. The court granted bail to K Kavitha, overturning the Delhi High Court’s denial. The agencies’ conduct was questioned, and emphasis was placed on fairness in prosecutions and bail hearings.
The Delhi High Court denied bail to Manish Sisodia, citing serious charges and the risk of evidence tampering related to alleged irregularities in Delhi’s liquor policy. The Court emphasized the strong case of money laundering and Sisodia’s influential position, rejecting his plea for bail in the CBI and ED cases. Sisodia’s previous bail applications had also been denied.
Today, On 25th April, The Delhi High Court issued a notice to the CBI in response to a plea challenging the trial court’s decision on the Excise Policy case. The case involves incomplete investigations and potential implications for excise policies. The court sought a response from the CBI and fixed the matter for May 3, 2024, indicating a critical phase in the legal process.
