Today (16th May): The Supreme Court scrutinized the Enforcement Directorate’s handling of a witness statement in Arvind Kejriwal’s case, highlighting the need for corroboration and questioning the veracity of other statements. The court emphasized the importance of noting disbelief in witness statements and discussed the legality of arrest under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The proceedings will continue.
Today,19th April, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal given more time by the court to respond to the Enforcement Directorate’s claims. The court granted the extension after Kejriwal’s legal team explained their inability to proceed due to his arrest by the ED. This development will impact the ongoing investigation. The next hearing scheduled for May 4.
Today(on 15th April), Delhi court postpones Manish Sisodia’s bail hearing for the fourth time. Advocate argues for his prolonged incarceration. Central Bureau of Investigation accuses Sisodia of being the mastermind behind the alleged Delhi Excise scam. Enforcement Directorate claims Sisodia participated in the destruction of evidence. Sisodia seeks interim bail to campaign for Aam Aadmi Party during the Lok Sabha polls.
Today(on 11th April), BRS leader K Kavitha was arrested by the CBI in Tihar Jail over alleged involvement in a Delhi liquor policy money-laundering scheme. The arrest comes after her previous remand, which began on March 15th. Kavitha faces accusations of being a key player in a scheme that allegedly provided kickbacks to the ruling Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi. Her custody has been extended until April 23rd, and her bail pleas have been rejected.