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.”
Today, On 20th August, The Supreme Court is expected to deliver a decision on Senthil Balaji’s bail plea today. Balaji, a former minister facing charges under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, has been seeking bail. The court heard arguments on the delay in providing documents and the possibility of appointing a government lawyer from outside Tamil Nadu. The ruling is anticipated to consider precedent cases, including that of former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia.
Today, On 14th August, The Delhi High Court postponed the hearing on Jacqueline Fernandez’s petition to dismiss the Enforcement Directorate’s charges in a Rs. 200 crore money laundering case involving conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar. Final arguments will be heard on September 18. Fernandez contends the accusations are unfounded and asserts she is an innocent victim.
Today(on 7th August),The Delhi High Court questioned the Enforcement Directorate about the potential re-arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. This inquiry came during the ED’s challenge to a trial court’s bail decision, as Kejriwal remains in jail following his arrest by the CBI over an alleged liquor policy scam.
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.
Today, On 25th July, The Delhi High Court issued a notice to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in response to a petition filed by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain, challenging a trial court’s summons in a money laundering case. Despite ED’s opposition, the High Court proceeded to issue a formal notice. Jain remains incarcerated in connection with the case.
Today, On 23rd, July, The Karnataka High Court stayed the FIR against two Enforcement Directorate (ED) officers investigating the Valmiki Corporation case after a complaint from a government official alleged coercion to implicate political figures. The court expressed concerns about the implications for all investigating officers and scheduled the next hearing for August 21.
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