The Excise Department said they acted because the Eating House License had expired, while the Delhi Police claimed the delay was “procedural”. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has recently allowed the popular restaurant and bar, Hauz Khas Social, operated by Epiphany Hospitality Pvt. Ltd., to resume serving liquor after the Excise Department had suddenly […]
Today, On 24th July, The Delhi High Court scheduled a hearing for July 31 to consider BRS leader K Kavitha’s plea challenging her arrest by the CBI in connection with a Delhi excise policy case. Kavitha argues that her arrest violates legal principles and fundamental rights, asserting that there is no evidence to support the accusations against her. The CBI’s chargesheet accuses her of manipulating the Delhi excise policy and participating in the transfer of illicit funds to Goa through hawala channels. Kavitha is currently in judicial custody related to both CBI and ED cases, with the Delhi High Court rejecting her bail petitions. The ED and CBI accused her of involvement in irregularities while amending the excise policy, alleging the diversion of illicit gains and manipulation of books of accounts.
The Delhi Court ,Today, 24th April mandated the CBI to disclose accused statements and evidence in the Excise Scam Case, emphasizing transparency and fair trial. Further hearings and bail plea decisions are expected, with the accused provided an opportunity to prepare a defense. This development portrays the delicate balance between prosecutorial power and the rights of the accused.
