Today, On 3rd April, The Delhi High Court has scheduled the hearing for senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram’s plea in the INX Media money laundering case for May 13. The plea challenges the trial court’s decision to accept the Enforcement Directorate’s chargesheet in the case. Initially set for August, the hearing was expedited due to the urgency of the matter. Both parties have agreed not to press for arguments on charges before the trial court until the High Court hearing.
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The Delhi High Court, on Monday (2nd Dec) led by Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri, will hear former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia’s plea against the ED’s charges on December 20. Sisodia argues that the charges lack prior sanction under CrPC due to his public servant status, echoing the Supreme Court’s ruling that requires such approval for prosecution.
Singhvi is emerging as a go-to lawyer for opposition leaders facing legal challenges. He secured interim relief for Kejriwal in a money laundering case and has successfully represented other high-profile politicians, highlighting inconsistencies and lack of evidence. His growing reputation makes him a key figure for opposition parties in legal battles against investigative agencies.