![[Excise Policy Case] "We Are Not Granting Any Interim Bail": Court Extended Arvind Kejriwal's Judicial Custody Until August 27](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-2024-08-20T155344.598.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 20th July, Arvind Kejriwal’s custody extended until August 27 in a corruption case related to an alleged excise scam. Delhi High Court upholds arrest as “legal,” stating evidence and witness influence concerns. Supreme Court issues notice to CBI in bail petition, denying interim bail request on health grounds. Kejriwal’s arrest by CBI labeled as “insurance arrest.”
![[Delhi Excise Policy Scam] Supreme Court Extends Interim Bail for Businessman Abhishek Boinpally](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/shared-image-5.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 13th July, The Supreme Court extended interim bail for businessman Abhishek Boinpally, involved in a money laundering case related to the Delhi excise policy scam. The court postponed further discussions to October 14 due to the unavailability of the Additional Solicitor General. Boinpally has been in custody since October 2022, with his bail being repeatedly extended.
Today, On 7th August, The Supreme Court urged the Enforcement Directorate to improve the quality of its prosecutions due to low conviction rates in money laundering cases. It emphasized the need for stronger legal strategies and scientific investigations. This comes after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs reported only 40 convictions out of 5,297 cases filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
![[Reconsideration of 2022 PMLA Verdict] "Came Up Suddenly, Need Time to Prepare": SC Postpones Hearing to Aug 28](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/image-24-2.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 7th August, The Supreme Court postponed the hearing to August 28 for petitions seeking a reconsideration of the 2022 Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) verdict, acknowledging the complexity and importance of the matters being reviewed. This delay aims to provide all parties adequate time to prepare and addresses critical questions about the scope and limits of the ED’s powers.
Today, On 31st July, Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee challenges Enforcement Directorate’s summons in money laundering case before Supreme Court. His counsel argues lack of prescribed procedure under PMLA. The outcome could have significant implications for money laundering enforcement in India and political dynamics in West Bengal. Court extends hearing to the following day.
![[Moin Qureshi Bribery Case] Delhi HC Dismisses Money Laundering Proceedings Against Businessman Sathish Sana & Pradeep Koneru](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-2024-07-19T193559.466.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 19th July, The Delhi High Court rejected petitions by Sathish Sana and Pradeep Koneru to dismiss the money laundering case involving them and Moin Qureshi. The court found prima facie evidence of money laundering and upheld the constitutional validity of Section 50(2) of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The case involves alleged bribery and power struggles within the CBI.
On Tuesday(16th July),The Delhi High Court upheld the ED’s decision to auction 26 luxury cars owned by Leela Paulose, wife of conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar, acquired through illicit funds. The court dismissed Paulose’s plea, emphasizing vehicle depreciation and instructed the proceeds be deposited into an interest-bearing fixed deposit.
Today, On 12th July, The Supreme Court discussed the sequence of trials for predicate offenses and money laundering charges, questioning whether it is in the Enforcement Directorate’s interest to resolve the former first. The case involves Santiago Martin, accused in a lottery scam, seeking to postpone his Prevention of Money Laundering Act trial until after the conclusion of a related CBI case.
Today, On 12th July, AAP celebrates the Supreme Court’s interim bail for Delhi CM Kejriwal, expressing relief and support. Meanwhile, BJP criticizes the decision, stating interim bail does not imply innocence. The case regarding Kejriwal’s ED arrest is referred to a larger bench by the Supreme Court, with the verdict reserved for May 17. Kejriwal’s arrest is linked to a corruption case concerning the Delhi liquor policy scam.
![[BREAKING] Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC Sets Arvind Kejriwal's Plea Against ED Summons on September 9](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MicrosoftTeams-image-6-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Delhi High Court today granted Arvind Kejriwal four additional weeks to file a rejoinder to the Enforcement Directorate’s response, scheduling his hearing for September 9. This relates to his challenge to summonses in a money laundering case linked to an excise policy. Kejriwal’s plea argues against certain provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and its alleged biased use.
