The Supreme Court has agreed to examine a petition filed by Christian Michel James, the alleged middleman in the Rs.3,600-crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam. He has approached the Court seeking release from jail, claiming prolonged detention.
The Delhi High Court refused to release Christian Michel, accused in the AgustaWestland VVIP chopper case, dismissing his petition and stressing that the legal process must continue. The court said custody will remain until proceedings conclude as required.
Today, On 13th March, The Supreme Court of India told the Lokpal of India it need not follow the Delhi High Court direction for a fresh sanction exercise in the cash-for-query case involving Mahua Moitra. The bench said the interpretation needs closer examination.
Today, On 16th January, In the IRCTC Scam, Delhi High Court Seeks CBI Reply on Rabri Devi’s Plea Against Charges. The trial court has accused Rabri Devi of criminal conspiracy and cheating, prompting her to challenge the charges before the High Court.
Delhi court sought response from Judge Vishal Gogne on Rabri Devi’s plea seeking transfer of criminal cases from his court. The Principal District and Sessions Judge is hearing her request to shift four cases involving her family presently.
Today, On 13th December, The CBI opposed Rabri Devi’s plea seeking transfer of criminal cases involving her family from Judge Vishal Gogne. It told the court, “You can’t bulldoze a court, go forum shopping, or demean a judge,” strongly resisting the move.
Today, On 11th December, In the Delhi Riots Case, Considering Sister’s Marriage,’ Court Grants Bail to Umar Khalid. He will receive interim relief and be on bail from December 16 to December 29, subject to furnishing a personal bond and sureties.
Today, On 10th December, The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment on the bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others in the Delhi riots case. Delhi Police says “Sharjeel Imam’s case will be treated as evidence against other accused.”
Today, On 9th December, Sharjeel Imam told the Supreme Court that he has spent six years in jail even though he is not named in any of the 750 FIRs linked to the riots and that courts have already held he made no call to pick up weapons.
Today, On 9th December, Umar Khalid has approached the Karkardooma Court seeking interim bail, saying he wants to attend his sister’s upcoming wedding while his trial in the Delhi riots conspiracy case is still continuing before the court.
