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The Delhi High Court has directed the formation of a medical board to assess Amit Katyal’s health, a close associate of Lalu Prasad, who is seeking interim bail on medical grounds in a money laundering case. Katyal underwent bariatric surgery, and the court emphasized the right to health as a component of the right to life under Article 21.
The victories of imprisoned candidates Amritpal Singh and Sheikh Abdul Rashid have raised questions about their eligibility as Members of Parliament in India. Despite their wins in the Khadoor Sahib and Baramulla constituencies, their ability to serve in the Lok Sabha hinges on the legal framework and the implications of their criminal charges. If convicted and sentenced to imprisonment for two years, they will automatically lose their seats. Past cases indicate that incarcerated individuals have been granted permission to temporarily fulfill their elected duties, but the final decision will ultimately rest with the House. Singh, detained under the National Security Act (NSA), has been vocal about his initiatives against drug abuse in Punjab, while Rashid faces charges under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) and ran for election on an Awami Ittehad Party ticket.
A Delhi court postponed the review of the Enforcement Directorate’s chargesheet against Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party in the Excise PMLA case to July 9. The ED sought an extension of Kejriwal’s judicial custody, with the court reserving its decision on the matter. The court also dismissed Kejriwal’s plea for release.
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Today, On 3rd June, The Enforcement Directorate (ED) alleged that K Kavitha, a Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader, paid Rs 292 crore in bribes to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders regarding the Delhi liquor policy. Kavitha is accused of destroying evidence and is in custody. The case underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in Indian politics.
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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday, was sent to judicial custody until June 5 in connection with a money laundering probe linked to the liquor policy case. This decision came after his surrender following the expiration of his interim bail. Kejriwal’s plea for bail extension was declined by the Supreme Court, and the Enforcement Directorate opposed his plea for interim bail, citing pending investigation and lack of recovery or evidence.
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Today, On 2n June, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal surrendered at Tihar Jail, ending his interim bail granted by the Supreme Court. He criticized exit polls as fake and expressed gratitude to the court. The Aam Aadmi Party leader was released earlier for election campaigning. Kejriwal visited religious sites before returning to jail and expressed commitment to serving the nation.
Today, On 28th May, The Delhi High Court rejected the plea of former PFI chairman E. Abubacker for release under the UAPA on medical grounds. He was arrested in 2022 as part of a crackdown on PFI. The Court upheld his detention, citing the alleged criminal conspiracy by PFI and its affiliates in terrorist activities across India.
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Today (27th May): The Delhi High Court has dropped a Rs 1 lakh fine imposed on a lawyer who filed a PIL aimed at restraining media channels from airing sensational headlines regarding Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation. The court directed the lawyer to perform community service and attach the court’s order to any future petition. The PIL sought to restrict media coverage and was considered beyond the court’s purview.
Today, on 16th May, the Enforcement Directorate filed a chargesheet against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Arvind Kejriwal over alleged irregularities in the Delhi excise policy. The case involves money laundering and marks the eighth prosecution complaint in the ongoing investigation. Kejriwal and Kavitha were granted interim bail, with the investigation also focusing on AAP’s campaign funding.