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The founders of Gameskraft have been remanded to 14 days of judicial custody following a money laundering investigation by the ED. This order highlights ongoing scrutiny within the online gaming industry.
The Delhi High Court sentenced YouTuber Gulshan Pahuja to six months in prison for criminal contempt due to derogatory remarks about the judiciary. The court highlighted the need to uphold respect for judicial authority.
The Patna High Court invalidated the Bihar government's decision to downgrade security for MP Pappu Yadav, deeming it arbitrary. The ruling emphasized adherence to due process in security matters for public figures.
The Tripura High Court granted leave to appeal a trial court decision that ordered the release of seized gold, contradicting confirmed confiscation by appellate authorities.
The Delhi Judicial Service Association has condemned the unauthorized recording and circulation of courtroom proceedings, terming it a threat to judicial independence. District Judge Rakesh Kumar-V was recorded without consent, raising significant concerns over institutional dignity.
The Tripura High Court has granted leave to challenge a trial court's order that directed the release of seized gold, noting the prior upholding of confiscation orders by appellate authorities. This ruling highlights the inconsistencies with finalized confiscation proceedings.
Robert Vadra has been granted bail by the Delhi Rouse Avenue district court in a money laundering case concerning the Shikohpur land deal. The bail was granted upon a surety of ₹50,000 after the ED filed a charge sheet without arresting Vadra.
AAP Minister Sanjeev Arora challenged the legality of his arrest by the ED, questioning procedural adherence in court.
The Karnataka High Court directed the ED to provide justification for the arrests of Gameskraft founders. The Court is reviewing the legality of their May 8 detention.
The Supreme Court has directed an SIT investigation into the illegal sale of land owned by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's foundation. This follows multiple FIRs alleging unauthorized transactions.
The Court granted bail in a case concerning spurious cancer drugs under the PMLA, citing insufficient evidence linking the proceeds of crime to a predicate offence.
The Delhi High Court has granted bail to female accused under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), holding that prolonged incarceration before trial is unacceptable. This landmark decision underscores legal provisions allowing for relaxation for women accused.
The Calcutta High Court has directed a 76-year-old noticee to appear before the Enforcement Directorate, permitting representation through an authorized individual unless satisfactory answers are not provided.