Today, 30th April, The Supreme Court ruled that the twin tests under the PMLA can affect bail, emphasizing the authority of a criminal court. The debate centers on whether bail conditions still apply after a special court acknowledges the offence and the ED’s authority to arrest post-complaint acknowledgment. Legal discourse stems from a previous refusal of pre-arrest bail in a money laundering case.
Today (27th April): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal responded to the ED’s affidavit in the Supreme Court, stating that no evidence connects the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to funds from the South group during the Goa election campaign. He accused the ED of misusing its power of arrest, claiming it was politically motivated. Kejriwal’s arrest by the ED is related to a money laundering investigation concerning alleged irregularities in the now-canceled Delhi excise policy for 2021–22.
On Wednesday (24th April): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) criticized the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for not taking action against environmental offenders, stating that it encourages violations of environmental laws. The NGT emphasized that revenue from environmental crimes qualifies as ‘proceeds of crime’ under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), directing the compensation to be used for environmental restoration in affected areas.
Today, On 25th April, The Delhi High Court issued a notice to the CBI in response to a plea challenging the trial court’s decision on the Excise Policy case. The case involves incomplete investigations and potential implications for excise policies. The court sought a response from the CBI and fixed the matter for May 3, 2024, indicating a critical phase in the legal process.
Today, 15th April, The Delhi High Court asked the Enforcement Directorate to provide evidence supporting Tahir Hussain’s plea to dismiss the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) case related to the 2020 riots. The court reviewing the maintainability of the plea and scheduled the hearing for September. Hussain’s lawyer will also be allowed to file a response.
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BRS leader K Kavitha Today (April 15th) moved a Delhi court seeking bail in a corruption case lodged by the CBI in connection with the alleged excise scam. The application is likely to be taken up for hearing later in the day by special judge for the CBI and ED, Kaveri Baweja, who earlier in the day sent Kavitha to judicial custody till April 23.
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Today (13th April): The Supreme Court is set to hear Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against potential arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on April 15. This follows his arrest in connection with alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy. The case involves AAP leaders and private individuals/entities and has sparked a legal battle centering on alleged misuse of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
