Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren Today (April 24th) moved the Supreme Court, saying the high court is not pronouncing verdict on his plea challenging arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case.
The Enforcement Directorate filed a complaint against Hemant Soren and others in a money laundering case related to a land scam. Soren’s custody was extended until April 4 by a PMLA court. This follows previous extensions from February 15. The complaint comprises hundreds of pages and Soren has been in judicial custody since January 31.
On January 22, the court had dismissed Shibu Soren’s petition against the Lokpal’s actions, deeming it premature for judicial intervention. The Delhi High Court bench, comprising Justice Rekha Palli and Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain, decided to list the appeal for a hearing after acknowledging the absence of the petitioner’s senior counsel On Monday (19/02/24) Delhi […]
The Supreme Court of India declined Hemant Soren’s plea for protection from arrest by the Enforcement Directorate regarding land fraud allegations, directing him to seek help from the Jharkhand High Court. Soren, a prominent political figure, is facing legal and political ramifications, with his defense challenging the jurisdiction and legality of the proceedings. The case poses significant implications for governance in Jharkhand.
