EXCISE AUTHORITIES
Finmin in historic decision allows senior woman IRS officer to change name, gender
As per an office order dated July 9, 2024, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has said the authority considered her request and "henceforth the officer will be recognised as Mr Anukathir Surya in all official records." The order was issued with approval of competent authority, it said.
Delhi HC seeks Tihar reply to Arvind Kejriwal's plea for additional meetings with lawyers
The Delhi High Court has requested Tihar Jail authorities to respond to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea for additional virtual meetings with his lawyers. Kejriwal, arrested in Delhi excise scam cases, has challenged a trial court's order rejecting his request for two additional meetings per week with his lawyers via video conference. The jail authorities have been allowed two meetings per week.
Excise Policy case: Court extends judicial custody of AAP's Manish Sisodia till July 15
Delhi Court extended ex-deputy CM Manish Sisodia’s custody till July 15 in the CBI Excise Policy case. The CBI and ED allege irregularities and money laundering, with false entries made to evade detection. Sisodia, arrested on February 26, 2023, resigned two days later. CM Kejriwal is also under investigation, following Lt. Governor’s recommendation for a CBI probe.
Delhi HC to rule on BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea in Excise Case on July 1
BRS leader K Kavitha was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on March 15, 2024 and by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on April 11, 2024. The bench of Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma, after hearing submissions from all sides, decided to reserve the order in the matter on May 28, 2024.
Goa to have liquor sales near educational institutions and regional places
Although the relaxation does not give the excise agency complete authority to grant licenses in these previously restricted locations, the move has startled many. Apart from the applicant needing to pay twice the licence price, the excise commissioner must obtain government clearance before granting such an application.
After ED, now CBI to grill Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal; Here's all about the Excise Policy case
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the CBI in connection with the Delhi excise policy case, following permission granted by the Rouse Avenue Court. He was brought before Special Judge Amitabh Rawat for formal procedures. The arrest comes after earlier questioning at Tihar Jail and precedes the CBI's move to seek custody from a Delhi court. The Delhi High Court, on a vacation bench led by Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain, criticized a trial court's bail order as hasty, halting its implementation pending further review under Section 439(2) of the CrPC.
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Arvind Kejriwal bail: Trial court's order shall not be given effect till it hears ED's plea, says Delhi HC
The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has moved Delhi High Court against a trial court's order to grant bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the alleged excise policy case. The court granted Kejriwal bail on a ₹1 lakh bond, and the Enforcement Directorate's plea to stay his bail order for 48 hours was declined. Kejriwal was out on bail for 21 days and surrendered to Tihar Jail authorities on June 2.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal set to walk out of Tihar today after Rouse Avenue Court grants bail on ₹1 lakh bond
Arvind Kejriwal Bail News: Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court granted bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on a Rs 1 lakh bond, allowing him to leave Tihar Jail on Friday. The court also rejected the Enforcement Directorate's request to delay the bail order for 48 hours. Kejriwal has been in jail since March due to money laundering allegations related to the Delhi excise policy scam.
Excise policy case: Delhi court extends CM Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody till July 3
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's judicial custody in the Delhi excise policy case was extended until July 3 by the Rouse Avenue Court. He appeared via video conference and refused to speak, letting his lawyers represent him. The court had previously denied his bail on June 7 after the Enforcement Directorate (ED) responded. The court also extended Vinod Chauhan's custody.
Excise scam case: Court seeks Tihar's response on Kejriwal's application, adjourns bail plea hearing
Kejriwal is lodged in Tihar jail after being arrested in a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi excise policy scam.
Kejriwal' s bail plea to be heard on June 19
A Delhi court has set June 19 for the bail hearing of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise scam money laundering case, after the ED requested more time to respond. The court also scheduled a hearing for Kejriwal's request for his wife's virtual participation in a medical board's review of his health.
Excise policy 'scam': HC asks jail officials to file report on medical condition of bizman Arun Ramchandra Pillai
The Delhi High Court has asked for a report on the medical condition of Arun Ramchandra Pillai, a Hyderabad businessman in judicial custody for a money laundering case linked to the Delhi Excise scam. Pillai seeks interim bail due to health issues, and the court scheduled a hearing for June 14. The Enforcement Directorate's response is pending.
Central Excise Bill may be introduced in budget session
The Centre is set to introduce the Central Excise Bill, 2024 to replace the outdated Central Excise Act, 1944 and align excise law with GST and customs. The bill aims to reduce compliance burden, enhance transparency, and address excise duty exemptions for SEZs. It also empowers authorities to demand duty and introduces the concept of 'related persons' from customs and GST laws.
Extensive campaigns indicate Arvind Kejriwal not suffering from life-threatening ailment: Delhi court
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's application for interim bail on medical grounds in the money laundering case linked to the alleged excise policy scam was dismissed by a Delhi court. The court ruled that Kejriwal's extensive campaigning tours and related events do not indicate he is suffering from any serious or life-threatening ailment. The judge extended Kejriwal's judicial custody until June 19, and the court is scheduled to take up his application for default bail on June 7.
Kejriwal's 'medical' bail plea rejected, Delhi court extends judicial custody till June 19
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi denied Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's bail plea, extending his judicial custody until June 19. Kejriwal, held in Tihar jail over money laundering charges related to the Delhi Excise Policy case, sought interim bail for medical reasons. The Court ordered necessary medical tests.
Delhi excise policy: ED attaches Rs 115-cr worth assets of its 2 approvers
Enforcement Directorate attached assets worth over Rs 115 crore of two approvers in Delhi excise policy money laundering case.
Modi arrested me so that he could get me to resign and end AAP govt in Delhi: Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of using central agencies to force his resignation, aiming for fresh elections. Kejriwal, arrested by the ED in a money laundering case, claimed he won't resign to safeguard democracy. He highlighted constant surveillance during his Tihar jail stay and AAP's resilience amid adversity.
Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC rejects Manish Sisodia's bail pleas in ED, CBI cases
The Delhi High Court rejected the bail pleas of former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia in cases related to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) concerning the excise policy. Earlier today, the judicial custody of Sisodia was extended by Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court until May 31.
Delhi excise policy case: Arvind Kejriwal gets liberty to apply for regular bail in lower court
The Supreme Court reserved its verdict on a plea filed by Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the Delhi excise case. The bench granted Kejriwal the liberty to apply for regular bail before a lower court. During the hearing, ED claimed to have discovered chats between Kejriwal and hawala operators related to alleged proceeds of crime, retrieved from the operators' devices. Kejriwal's counsel objected, alleging ED's suppression of this information.
Delhi HC reserves order on Manish Sisodia's bail plea in excise policy case
Delhi High Court reserved order on bail plea by AAP leader Manish Sisodia in excise policy case, granting more time for CBI and ED to respond. A lower court had extended judicial custody till May 21. Sisodia has been in custody since February 26, 2023, facing allegations of irregularities in excise policy modifications leading to alleged loss of Rs 144.36 crore to the exchequer.
2024 Lok Sabha polls more tech-driven than 2019 elections: Delhi poll panel chief
Delhi's 2024 Lok Sabha polls emphasize technology, with mobile app reliance noted by CEO P Krishnamurthy. Election Commission app ensures transparent data flow, aiding in seizure notifications. Online voter registration reduces physical visits while CVigil app manages complaints and ESMS handles election expenditure.
HC asks govt not to renew licence of liquor shop near Kanpur school after LKG student moves court
Allahabad High Court stops renewal of liquor shop license near Kanpur school following Atharva Dixit's PIL. Possible closure of Azad Nagar shop after March 31, 2025, due to 'anti-social elements' and legal regulations.
Excise policy case: Delhi HC grants more time to ED, CBI to file reply on Manish Sisodia's bail petitions
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday granted more time to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to file their replies to the bail pleas filed by Deputy Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia, challenging the trial court order refusing him bail in the excise policy case.
Arvind Kejriwal might get out on bail but not out of the woods
Arvind Kejriwal, under judicial custody in Tihar jail, faced no relief from the Supreme Court today during a hearing on interim bail related to alleged corruption and money laundering in Delhi's excise policy. The Delhi Chief Minister's judicial custody was extended till May 20, with the Supreme Court considering a decision on May 9. The ED raised concerns about setting a precedent for granting bail to individuals facing criminal charges, emphasizing the impact on the legal system. The court acknowledged the upcoming elections as an extraordinary circumstance for Kejriwal, but highlighted the need to establish a money trail in the case.
Excise policy case: Delhi court extends judicial custody of AAP leader Manish Sisodia till May 15
The Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi has extended the judicial custody of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, Manish Sisodia, until May 15 in connection with a CBI case related to the Delhi Excise Policy. Further arguments regarding the framing of charges are scheduled for May 15. Sisodia had moved the Delhi High Court seeking bail in the same case, which was dismissed by the trial court on April 30.
Noida, Ghaziabad may extend bar hours in catch-up with Delhi, Gurugram
UP government committee is reviewing extending Noida, Ghaziabad bar hours to boost revenue. Noida owners propose bars open until 4 am. Currently, bars in Delhi can be open until 3 am while those in Gurgaon operate 24/7.
Excise policy case: Manish Sisodia moves Delhi court seeking interim bail for election campaigning
AAP leader Manish Sisodia, arrested by CBI and ED in Delhi excise policy scam case, seeks interim bail for poll campaigning. Alleged irregularities include waiving licence fees, extending licences without approval, and diverting gains to officials. Sisodia was arrested on February 26, 2023, and resigned from the Delhi cabinet on February 28, 2023.
Delhi court extends BRS MLC K Kavitha's judicial custody till April 23 in excise policy case
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court extends BRS MLC K Kavitha's custody till April 23 in a Delhi excise money laundering case. She allegedly collaborated with AAP leaders and influenced witnesses, tampered with evidence, and received benefits.
Delhi court directs Tihar jail authorities to provide electric kettle, table, chair to Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal receives an electric kettle and furniture in Tihar during his judicial custody. The court approves the requests based on his medical condition and the need for a chair and table for reading.
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