Today(on 8th May), A Delhi court extends AAP leader Manish Sisodia’s judicial custody until May 21 in a money laundering case linked to the excise scam, ruling after his video conference appearance.
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The Supreme Court of India is set to decide whether to grant interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money laundering case linked to the Delhi excise policy. The decision will be announced on May 10. The Court expressed concerns about the timing of Kejriwal’s arrest ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections but emphasized that if bail is granted, he would be barred from performing official duties.
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Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi’s Chief Minister, remains in judicial custody until May 20 for alleged involvement in the Excise Scam. The court also extended the custody of co-accused Chanpreet Singh. The Supreme Court is considering interim bail due to the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, while questioning the Enforcement Directorate’s prolonged investigation delay. Additionally, the case revolves around corruption and money laundering in the excise policy formulation and execution.
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Today (15th March): The Delhi Sessions Court upheld its decision on Arvind Kejriwal’s appeal against the Enforcement Directorate’s summons. Kejriwal had challenged the summons related to an alleged excise scam. The court’s decision followed multiple summonses after his non-compliance. Kejriwal’s representative argued for a stay on the initial order during the recent hearing.
The Delhi court is set to hear AAP leader Manish Sisodia’s bail plea on March 2 concerning the alleged excise scam and money laundering case. Sisodia’s arrest, linked to corruption allegations in the Delhi Excise Policy, highlights the intertwining of politics and law. The complex legal proceedings and the broader political implications add to the significance of the case.