Today (April 3rd) during his plea for interim relief, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal informed the Delhi High Court that his apprehension in a money laundering case associated with the defunct Delhi liquor policy was intended to “destroy his party” ahead of the Lok Sabha elections
Legal experts assert that although there is no explicit prohibition in the Constitution or the law against a jailed individual like Arvind Kejriwal continuing as Delhi Chief Minister, the practical challenges of governing from prison are insurmountable. Senior advocates emphasize logistical hurdles and the need for continuous permissions, making governance from jail virtually impossible.
On Monday (1st April): The Allahabad High Court scheduled a hearing on April 4 to consider the maintainability of a legal plea demanding the removal of the Shahi Idgah Mosque, allegedly encroaching on the land of the sacred Krishna Janmabhoomi site in Mathura. The mosque’s trust argued that the lawsuits seeking its removal are not legally valid, citing laws protecting the mosque. The court’s next hearing is set for April 4.
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The Delhi High Court Today (April 1st) instructed the ED to file a status report before the trial court regarding Arvind Kejriwal’s actions as Delhi Chief Minister while under the agency’s custody. Allegedly, Kejriwal has given directives concerning water scarcity and inadequate medical facilities in hospitals and community clinics during his time in ED custody.
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“What the PM is doing is not good for the country.”: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal Today in Rouse Avenue Court. Kejriwal has been remanded to judicial custody until April 15 in connection with the liquor policy case. Kejriwal was arrested on March 21 in connection with Delhi excise policy case as ED alleged that he was the kingpin of scam.
The Rouse Avenue Court extended Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s custody until April 1, based on the Enforcement Directorate’s argument for extended interrogation to confront him with evidence. Despite Kejriwal’s cooperation, the court acknowledged the need for further questioning. The legal complexity of the case underscores the balance between investigation and the rights of the accused.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal today labeled his excise policy money laundering case as a “political conspiracy” as he arrived at Rouse Avenue Court. With his custody remand ending, intense anticipation loomed over his court appearance, with his wife hinting at a potential revelation. The Delhi Police deployed personnel to maintain order amid the likelihood of protests.
Arvind Kejriwal will appear in Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court Today as his ED custody ends and security is heightened due to potential AAP protests. His wife hinted at a revelation about irregularities in the liquor policy case. The Delhi High Court will also hear a PIL seeking his removal, reflecting growing concerns over governance and accountability.
Delhi High Court will hear a PIL seeking the removal of Arvind Kejriwal from the post of Chief Minister of Delhi after he was arrested by ED in Liquor policy case, Tomorrow (March 28th). The PIL raises concerns over potential breaches of Kejriwal’s oath of secrecy and asserts that the lack of action by concerned authorities constitutes an abuse of power, warranting court intervention.