Today (1st April): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been ordered to judicial custody in Tihar Jail until April 15 for his alleged involvement in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Kejriwal will be under 24-hour CCTV surveillance in Jail Number 2. The controversial policy aimed to reform liquor sales in the capital but faced opposition and was later scrapped.
A local court in Delhi today ordered the preservation of CCTV footage at the request of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. He sought the removal of a Delhi Police officer, alleging misconduct during a court appearance. Despite the allegations, the court ruled to place Kejriwal under the custody of the Enforcement Directorate until March 28 in relation to the Delhi excise policy scandal. Kejriwal’s lawyer questioned the timing of his arrest and the ED’s motives. The ED accused Kejriwal of being involved in bribery through the liquor policy and managing proceeds of crime in the Goa election campaign. Kejriwal’s defense emphasized the lack of direct evidence against him and questioned the ED’s actions. They highlighted the significance of this case as the first instance of a sitting Chief Minister being arrested in India, expressing concerns about its impact on democracy.
Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court granted Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal privileges during his six-day Enforcement Directorate custody, allowing family visits, medical treatment, and a special diet. Kejriwal is linked to the liquor policy case, facing allegations of kickbacks and manipulation. The legal battle holds broader implications for the Indian political and judicial landscape.
Arvind Kejriwal, Chief Minister of Delhi, withdrew his plea from the Supreme Court Today due to his recent detention by the Enforcement Directorate. Abhishek Manu Singhvi, his representative, stated the intention to argue about Kejriwal’s remand directly before the Magistrate. The case revolves around alleged malpractices in the Delhi Excise Policy, involving prominent AAP members. Kejriwal’s plea aims to challenge the ED’s actions and has sparked significant legal and political attention.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was directed Today by the CJI to approach Justice Sanjiv Khanna’s bench after his arrest by the ED in the Delhi liquor policy scam case. The case has sparked intense scrutiny due to its political implications. The Supreme Court panel has accepted Kejriwal’s plea for a hearing, with potential far-reaching consequences.
Delhi’s Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal finds himself at the heart of a legal storm surrounding the contentious Delhi excise policy case. As the chief of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Kejriwal has initiated an appeal to the Supreme Court following an adverse decision from the Delhi High Court, which denied him protection from the Enforcement […]
Today (21st March): The Delhi High Court declined interim bail for CM Arvind Kejriwal in the ED summons case related to the Delhi excise policy. The court set the next hearing for April 22. Kejriwal’s summons coincided with election announcements, leading to arguments about political interference. The ED stressed Kejriwal’s personal capacity. The case stems from allegations of irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy.
19th March (Tuesday): AAP leader Sanjay Singh told the Supreme Court that he was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case without prior summons. The court scheduled further hearings for April 2. His legal representative argued that his arrest followed a statement by an ED witness in July 2023 without prior intimation. Singh was earlier detained by the ED on October 4 in connection with the case.
Today (18th March): A Delhi court has ordered Tihar authorities to escort Sanjay Singh to his Rajya Sabha oath-taking ceremony on March 19, despite ongoing legal proceedings. The court emphasized security measures and restricted his communication and public appearances. Singh is in judicial custody facing allegations related to the Delhi Liquor Scam. The ED and the CBI have alleged irregularities leading to substantial financial losses. A similar case involving K Kavitha is also being investigated.
