The Delhi High Court issued a stay against a ruling that required the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to return seized property if an investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act exceeds 365 days without resulting in a prosecution complaint. The Division Bench granted the stay while the appeal is pending until the next hearing on March 11.
Senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari faced police obstruction while attempting to visit troubled Sandeshkhali, North 24 Parganas district. Despite Calcutta High Court’s permission, the police stopped his entry, prompting Adhikari to express intent to take legal action. The area has seen protests over alleged sexual atrocities and land grab, with the government challenging the court’s decision.