Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has requested a high-level judicial investigation into central and state agencies, alleging conspiracies to falsely implicate him in scams linked to the “coal levy” and the Mahadev betting app. He argues that these actions aim to damage his reputation for political reasons.
The Supreme Court today granted relief to Power TV, criticizing the High Court’s decision as political vendetta and emphasizing the protection of freedom of speech and expression. The case involves the sex abuse allegations against former JDS MP Prajwal Revanna. The Supreme Court issued notices to the Union government and others, scheduling further hearings.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on monday (8th july) challenges the bail granted to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, citing the High Court’s decision as “illegal”. Soren, accused in a money laundering case related to a land scam, was released on bail. The ED alleges his involvement in acquiring properties illegally, but Soren denies the charges, calling them politically motivated.
The Calcutta High Court ordered an interim stay on the investigation into 47 FIRs against BJP workers in West Bengal. The court directed the state government to address claims of malafide intentions behind the FIRs, stating that the preliminary investigation should have concluded by now, making further police probe unnecessary at this stage. The petitioners allege political motivation and seek the quashing or transfer of the investigation. The state refutes the allegations and assures a fair investigation.
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Today (29th May): The Supreme Court of India has denied Arvind Kejriwal’s request for a 7-day extension of interim bail in a corruption case related to the Delhi liquor policy. The court deemed the plea “not maintainable,” citing the option to seek regular bail. Kejriwal’s counsel emphasized health complications and the need for medical examination. Despite plea, the court instructed surrender by June 2.
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 (10th April): The Punjab government informed the Supreme Court that it will temporarily suspend the trial of Congress MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira in a 2015 drug case. Khaira filed a plea challenging his arrest, which was initially deemed lawful. The court adjourned the matter for four weeks, with the government assuring that the trial will not proceed until the next hearing.