The Supreme Court Today (Aug 27) adjourned hearing on the bail plea of former Aam Aadmi Party communication in-charge Vijay Nair in a money laundering case related to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam. A bench of justices Hrishikesh Roy and SVN Bhatti deferred the matter after the counsel for the ED sought a weeks’ time for filing a counter affidavit.
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Today, On 23rd, August, The CBI obtained sanction to prosecute Arvind Kejriwal and AAP MLA Durgesh Pathak in an alleged corruption case. The case’s progression is expected to impact the Aam Aadmi Party’s perception and its leadership’s political fortunes. The upcoming August 27 hearing will shape the narrative around this high-stakes case, with further legal battles predicted.
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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.”
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Today, On 13th July, A Delhi court extended Arvind Kejriwal and K Kavitha’s custody until September 2 in the excise ‘scam’ case. Despite an earlier Supreme Court decision for interim bail, Kejriwal remains in Tihar Jail due to unfulfilled bail bond requirements. The case, involving alleged corruption and conspiracy by AAP leaders, continues to draw attention and legal scrutiny.
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A Delhi court today granted the CBI an additional 15 days to secure approval to prosecute Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and AAP MLA Durgesh Pathak in a corruption case related to the scrapped Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22. The policy aimed to reform the liquor retail industry but faced opposition and was ultimately canceled.
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Today, On 31st July, a Delhi court extended the judicial custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and K. Kavitha in separate cases. Kejriwal’s custody was extended till July 31 (money laundering) and August 8 (corruption), while Sisodia and Kavitha faced custody extensions until August 13 and August 9 respectively. Legal proceedings continue.
Today, On 30th July, The Rouse Avenue Court scheduled August 12 for hearing the CBI’s chargesheet against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and five others in the excise policy case. The case involves alleged irregularities in the policy’s implementation, with the court’s decision holding significance for Kejriwal’s legal standing. The High Court reserved its decision on Kejriwal’s bail plea and plea for interim bail.
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Today, On 24th July, The Delhi High Court scheduled a hearing for July 31 to consider BRS leader K Kavitha’s plea challenging her arrest by the CBI in connection with a Delhi excise policy case. Kavitha argues that her arrest violates legal principles and fundamental rights, asserting that there is no evidence to support the accusations against her. The CBI’s chargesheet accuses her of manipulating the Delhi excise policy and participating in the transfer of illicit funds to Goa through hawala channels. Kavitha is currently in judicial custody related to both CBI and ED cases, with the Delhi High Court rejecting her bail petitions. The ED and CBI accused her of involvement in irregularities while amending the excise policy, alleging the diversion of illicit gains and manipulation of books of accounts.
The Delhi High Court today has reserved its verdict on jailed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s plea for additional meetings with his legal team. Kejriwal cited the numerous legal cases he faces as justification. Tihar Jail authorities oppose the request, arguing against special treatment. The court sought responses from the jail and the Enforcement Directorate.
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Today, On 15th July, The Rouse Avenue Court in New Delhi deferred the CBI’s arguments in the Delhi Excise policy case, extending Manish Sisodia’s judicial custody until July 22. Accused individuals appeared via video conferencing. K Kavitha’s plea for default bail postponed. The court previously denied bail for Sisodia in corruption and money laundering cases.