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Apprehension of witnesses being influenced, no grounds for releasing Bibhav Kumar on bail: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court rejected the regular bail plea of Bibhav Kumar, aide to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, in the Swati Maliwal assault case, citing the seriousness of the allegations and concerns that witnesses could be influenced if he were released. Justice Anoop Kumar Mendiratta emphasized that despite Kumar's official designation as a PS, he wields significant influence, potentially affecting the case's integrity. T
Excise policy case: Delhi HC lists Arvind Kejriwal's plea against ED summons on September 9
The Delhi High Court set a hearing for September 9 on Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging summonses from the Enforcement Directorate in a money laundering case. The court granted the CM four more weeks to respond. Kejriwal's counsel requested additional time citing changes in circumstances and lack of a proper legal interview. The petition questions the constitutional validity of certain provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, alleging bias in the electoral process.
Court rejects AAP leader Satyendar Jain's interim bail plea
The court rejected Satyendar Jain’s plea for four weeks’ interim bail to care for his injured wife, Poonam, and ailing younger daughter. Poonam, needing constant care, cannot manage other affairs. Ex-cabinet minister Jain, in Arvind Kejriwal’s government, was arrested for money laundering.
Sandeshkhali allegations: SC rejects Bengal government's plea against Calcutta HC order directing CBI probe
The Supreme Court has rejected West Bengal government's plea challenging the Calcutta High Court's order for a CBI investigation into allegations of assault, crime against women, and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali. The state government's concerns about demoralization of the police force following the HC's directive have been overruled. The court has emphasized the importance of a thorough inquiry into the matter, dismissing the need for state intervention in protecting individuals. The decision to uphold the CBI probe reflects a commitment to uncovering the truth behind the reported incidents in Sandeshkhali.
ED moves SC challenging Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's bail in money laundering case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has approached the Supreme Court of India, challenging the Jharkhand High Court's decision to grant bail to Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) leader and Chief Minister Hemant Soren in a money laundering case. The Jharkhand High Court had granted bail to Soren on June 28, and he took oath as Chief Minister on July 4.
Swati Maliwal 'assault' case: Delhi HC reserves order on Bibhav Kumar's plea challenging his arrest
The Delhi High Court has reserved the order on a plea by Bibhav Kumar, a close aide of Arvind Kejriwal, who sought to have his arrest by the Delhi Police declared illegal. The decision came after Justice Neena Bansal Krishna heard arguments from both sides.
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SC rejects Bengal govt's plea against HC order directing CBI probe into allegations in Sandeshkhali
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea by the West Bengal government challenging the Calcutta High Court's order to investigate allegations of crimes against women and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali. The court questioned why the state should protect private individuals, and the state government argued the order demoralized state machinery.
Swati Maliwal assault case: Delhi HC seeks police's stand on Bibhav Kumar's plea against arrest
The Delhi High Court deemed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar's plea challenging his arrest in the alleged assault on AAP MP Swati Maliwal as admissible, seeking the city police's response. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma issued a notice in the matter, with a detailed order pending. Kumar, in custody, faces charges including criminal intimidation and assault on Maliwal at Kejriwal's residence.
Swati Maliwal 'assault' case: Delhi HC to pass order tomorrow on 'maintainability' of Bibhav Kumar's plea challenging his arrest
The Delhi High Court is scheduled to pass an order on July 1, 2024, on the maintainability ground of a plea moved by Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar seeking direction to declare his arrest by Delhi Police as illegal.
The Saipan surprise: How delicate talks led to the unlikely end of Julian Assange's 12-year saga
About a year and a half ago, a lawyer for Julian Assange presented federal prosecutors in Virginia with a request to dismiss the case against him. This move was notable given Assange's publication of hundreds of thousands of secret documents and his status as perhaps the highest-profile detainee facing a U.S. extradition request. The Justice Department was involved in a battle in British courts to extradite him to the United States for trial.
Kejriwal withdraws from SC plea against HC's interim stay on bail order
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal withdrew his Supreme Court plea challenging a Delhi High Court order that stayed his bail in the excise scam-related money laundering case. Kejriwal's counsel, Abhishek Singhvi, indicated plans to file a new appeal following his recent arrest by the CBI.
Swati Maliwal assault case: HC reserves order on maintainability of Bibhav Kumar's plea against arrest
The Delhi High Court reserved its order on the maintainability of a plea by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide, Bibhav Kumar, challenging his arrest in connection with the alleged assault on AAP MP Swati Maliwal. The court heard arguments from both sides, with Kumar's counsel arguing that his arrest violated fundamental rights and legal provisions. The police's lawyer argued that the plea was not maintainable since the objection regarding compliance with Section 41A had been rejected by the trial court.
SC refuses urgent hearing of Arvind Kejriwal's bail extension plea
The top court had on May 17 reserved its verdict on Kejriwal's plea against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). Kejriwal was granted interim bail by the apex court on May 10 till June 1 to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections and was asked to surrender on June.
Jharkhand HC seeks ED's reply in bail plea filed by Ex-CM Hemant Soren
The Jharkhand High Court directed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to respond to former Chief Minister Hemant Soren's bail application in a money-laundering case linked to an alleged land scam. Soren, arrested on January 31, claims no involvement with the disputed land and alleges political conspiracy. The ED has until June 10 to file a response. Soren's previous attempts for interim bail were dismissed by the Supreme Court, which criticized him for not fully disclosing pertinent information. Soren is currently held in Birsa Munda Jail, Ranchi.
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Hemant Soren drops plea against arrest after SC questions 'conduct'
The Supreme Court criticized Hemant Soren for not disclosing complete facts in a plea challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate, highlighting his 'blameworthy conduct'. Soren's counsel withdrew the plea after the court's observations.
Hemant Soren withdraws bail plea after SC pulls him up for 'suppressing facts'
Hemant Soren bail plea: The Supreme Court of India has declined to grant interim bail to former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren in a money laundering case filed by the Enforcement Directorate. The court refused to entertain the petition, citing Soren's lack of disclosure about the trial court's cognizance of the chargesheet. Soren's lawyer, Kapil Sibal, agreed to withdraw the application. The court will dismiss Soren's plea against arrest without going into merits, stating it would be damaging if the court went into details.
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.
Supreme Court questions Hemant Soren's bail plea after special court takes cognisance of chargesheet
The Supreme Court questioned former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's lawyer about challenging his arrest in a money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate opposed his plea for interim bail. court rescheduled next hearing for May 22. Soren's lawyer defended his client's arrest as illegal, citing lack of evidence. Jharkhand High Court previously rejected Soren's plea challenging his arrest.
ED opposes JMM leader Hemant Soren's interim bail plea in SC
The Enforcement Directorate opposes Hemant Soren's plea for interim bail in a money-laundering case linked to a land scam for Lok Sabha polls, citing his illegal property acquisition and possession. Soren faces allegations of misusing state machinery to project proceeds of crime as clean.
DHFL bank loan case: Dheeraj Wadhawan moves court for bail after his arrest
Former DHFL director Dheeraj Wadhawan seeks bail on medical grounds after arrest by CBI in bank loan fraud case. Bail plea listed on May 18 at Rouse Avenue Court. Directed for physiotherapy and medical care in jail. Previously granted protection by Bombay High Court.
Excise scam: HC lists for July 11 Arvind Kejriwal's plea against ED summons
The Delhi High Court listed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging the summonses issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the money laundering case linked to the excise policy for a hearing on July 11.
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.
DHFL case: Delhi HC issues notice to CBI on Dheeraj Wadhawan's bail plea
Dheeraj Wadhawan approached the High Court after Rouse Avenue court's Special judge A K Sarpal on Friday dismissed his bail application on the ground of maintainability. The court had also directed the CBI to arrest him after May 11 and to produce him before the CBI court as per the direction of the Supreme Court passed on January 24.
SC to hear Arvind Kejriwal's plea against arrest in money laundering case on April 29
Delhi CM Kejriwal challenges his arrest in a money laundering case before the Supreme Court, alleging misuse of powers by the Enforcement Directorate just before elections. The case involves the alleged excise policy scam.
Delhi HC to hear on Monday CM Kejriwal's plea against ED summons in excise case
Kejriwal, arrested by the agency on March 21 after the high court refused to grant him interim protection from coercive action, has also challenged the constitutional validity of certain provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act with respect to arrest, questioning and grant of bail.
SC to hear Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's plea against ED arrest on April 15
The Supreme Court of India will hear Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate in a money-laundering case related to the excise policy on April 15. Kejriwal was arrested on March 21 after the high court declined to shield him from coercive action by the agency.
Arvind Kejriwal's plea against arrest in Excise Policy case dismissed by Delhi HC
Arvind Kejriwal case: The Delhi High Court has dismissed Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the Excise Policy scam case, stating that the ED has provided sufficient evidence that justified his arrest. Despite Kejriwal's claim of the arrest being illegal, the court upheld the ED's actions, emphasizing that investigating agencies cannot be dictated by the convenience of the accused.
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