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.
On Thursday(14th March), The CBI informed the Jharkhand High Court that the scrutiny of WhatsApp chats belonging to two convicted individuals in Judge Uttam Anand’s murder revealed no substantial findings. The investigation aimed to uncover potential connections to others involved, but the chats did not yield significant leads. This case highlights the challenges of using digital communications as evidence in criminal investigations.
Today (13th March): A transformer explosion at Patna Civil Court led to two fatalities and multiple injuries. Devendra Prasad, a disabled lawyer, was among the casualties. The injured were taken to Patna Medical College and Hospital. Lawyers protested the retrieval of a victim’s body, citing negligence. The police assured legal action and compensation for the bereaved family.
On 11th March,The Calcutta High Court rebuked the ED and CBI for their lack of decisive action against those involved in the ‘School Jobs for Cash Scam,’ emphasizing the need for rigorous investigation and use of relevant legal provisions. The court urged prompt trials and encouraged potential approvers, setting a deadline for progress in the investigations.
A rape survivor in Tripura alleged being sexually assaulted by a magistrate in his court chamber. A panel led by Dhalai District and Sessions Judge Gautam Sarkar is investigating the matter. The survivor stated that the incident occurred during her statement recording. The High Court Registrar General mentioned not receiving an official complaint yet. Helplines for violence against women were provided.
The Supreme Court criticized SEBI for taking a decade to issue a show-cause notice to a finance company accused of misappropriating funds, emphasizing the need for regulatory efficiency. The court questioned SEBI’s delayed investigation, signaling a call for accountability and improvement within the regulatory body. This critique highlights the challenges in regulatory oversight and the necessity for timely and effective regulation.