Today, On 1st May, In the Chhattisgarh coal levy scam case, the Supreme Court questioned why all ED matters are burdened on ASG Raju. “Real issue is that all ED cases are being placed on ASG,” said the bench.
Today, On 1st April, During a hearing on the Tamil Nadu government’s plea against the ED’s searches at TASMAC headquarters, the Madras High Court questioned the timing of the raids. Justice S.M. Subramaniam noted that even state agencies conduct searches, but Advocate General P.S. Raman clarified that the state does not conduct late-night raids like the ED. The court raised concerns over officials being prevented from leaving the premises during the searches. The matter continues to be reviewed by the bench.
MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court, on Tuesday, criticized the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for initiating a money laundering investigation against a real estate developer without proper grounds. The court imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh each on the ED and the complainant, asserting that central agencies cannot misuse their authority to harass citizens.
NEW DELHI: On Tuesday, January 21, the Supreme Court dismissed petitions filed by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) seeking to cancel the bail granted to Chhagan Bhujbal, former Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and current NCP MLA, and his nephew Sameer Bhujbal. The case is linked to allegations of money laundering in the Maharashtra Sadan scam.
The Supreme Court emphasized the need for a clear legal framework to prevent courts from recalling orders without hearing the parties involved. It stated that such actions must adhere to the principles of natural justice. Courts are also obligated to provide valid reasons when deciding to withdraw an order. The ruling aims to enhance transparency and accountability in judicial processes.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reported in the Lok Sabha that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recovered Rs 22,280 crore in illicit assets, aiding public sector banks and defrauded investors. Key recoveries include Rs 14,132 crore from Vijay Mallya and Rs 1,053 crore from Nirav Modi. The government remains committed to combating economic offenses.
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The Supreme Court today (28th Nov) extended the interim bail of Saumya Chaurasia, former deputy secretary to Chhattisgarh’s ex-CM, linked to a coal-levy scam. She had been in custody for over a year without charges. The trial has not started, and the next hearing is set for late January. The ED opposes her bail.
AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan appeared in court on Monday in a money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate sought a 10-day custody, citing the need to confront him with other accused individuals and evidence. Khan’s defense contested the arrest’s legality, and ongoing arguments are underway. The case is based on alleged irregularities in the Wakf Board and claims of disproportionate assets.
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The Supreme Court is hearing the Enforcement Directorate’s challenge today to the Jharkhand High Court’s decision to grant bail to Dilip Ghosh in a land scam case. The ED accuses Ghosh of undervaluing land and involvement in money laundering. Arguments regarding the legality of the arrest and the clarity of evidence were exchanged in court.
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The Supreme Court today granted bail to Prem Prakash, an alleged associate of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, in a money laundering case. The court emphasized that bail is the rule and jail is the exception, even in cases under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act. It also ruled on the inadmissibility of confessions made by an accused under PMLA to an investigating officer. The bench expressed concerns over the Enforcement Directorate’s ongoing investigation and criticized the filing of multiple chargesheets without completing the trial.