Between 2019 and October 2024, the Enforcement Directorate filed 911 chargesheets under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, achieving only 42 convictions, indicating a low conviction rate of approximately 4.6%. With 28% of cases still pending trial, concerns of political bias and misuse of the Act have been raised.
Today, On 11th December, The Delhi High Court is set to hear a plea on January 17, 2025, challenging the bail granted to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case linked to alleged money laundering. The Enforcement Directorate is contesting the bail granted by the trial court due to alleged irregularities in the policy’s implementation.
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The Enforcement Directorate informed the Delhi High Court that it has secured the necessary sanction to prosecute former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money laundering case linked to the 2021 Delhi Excise Policy. Kejriwal’s counsel challenged the trial court’s cognizance due to alleged lack of sanction, prompting further hearings.
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P. Chidambaram challenged the trial court’s cognizance of an ED complaint in the Aircel-Maxis money laundering case. The Delhi High Court stayed proceedings against him, citing the need for prior prosecution sanction. Allegations involve kickbacks for clearing a Rs 3,500 crore deal during Chidambaram’s tenure as Finance Minister.
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Today, On 11th November, the Bombay High Court granted permanent medical bail to Naresh Goyal, founder of Jet Airways, in a money laundering case. Earlier, he received interim bail for cancer treatment. The court acknowledged Goyal’s critical health condition, prioritizing his right to medical care while legal proceedings against him continue.
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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has appealed to the Supreme Court against a Madras High Court ruling that dismissed its money laundering proceedings related to a sand mining scam. The High Court annulled provisional attachments and stated that illegal sand mining doesn’t qualify as a scheduled offence under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
An accused in a money laundering case cannot be incarcerated forever by using the stringent conditions for bail under Section 45 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) as a shackle against him, the Delhi High Court stressed Yesterday (Oct 29). Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri made the comment in relation to money laundering cases involving protracted trial.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna is set to become the 51st Chief Justice of India on November 11, succeeding CJI D.Y. Chandrachud. Known for pivotal rulings on Article 370 and electoral bonds, Khanna’s appointment marks a significant transition in the Supreme Court’s leadership, reinforcing accountability and transparency in India’s judicial system.
Today, On 23rd October, the Delhi High Court scheduled a January 22 hearing for Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s plea against Enforcement Directorate summons related to the excise policy case. Kejriwal seeks legal relief amid investigations into alleged irregularities and money laundering, arguing the process is politically motivated and unconstitutional.
Today, On 22nd October, the Supreme Court of India permitted the government-appointed board of Unitech Ltd to seek police assistance for managing disturbances from third parties on the company’s properties. The board was also authorized to address grievances with government authorities, ensuring they can oversee the company’s affairs and complete pending housing projects for distressed homebuyers.