Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the CBI on Wednesday in connection with the Delhi Excise Policy case. The arrest came after the Delhi High Court stayed Kejriwal’s bail order in the money laundering case related to the same policy. Following his arrest, Kejriwal’s sugar levels dropped, leading to a brief pause in proceedings as he was taken to a separate room for tea and biscuits.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday in connection with an ongoing money laundering investigation related to the city’s excise policy. The arrest followed a court order and Kejriwal’s appearance in court after being produced from Tihar Central Jail.
Two teachers in Maharashtra have been detained in connection with the leak of NEET UG 2024 question papers. This comes after the arrest of four people in Bihar for similar charges. The CBI is investigating alleged irregularities in the exam, which saw nearly 24 lakh students take the test. Controversy arose after allegations of paper leak and grace marks given to students, prompting protests across India. The government has taken steps to address the concerns, including removing the DG of the National Testing Agency and forming a high-level panel.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered an FIR into alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG 2024 examination, following reports of cheating and impersonation during the test. This comes after the Union Education Ministry referred the matter for investigation, prompting a re-examination for lakhs of aspiring medical students today.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has cancelled the UGC-National Eligibility Test (NET) after concerns were raised about the integrity of the examination. The Ministry of Education has ordered a CBI investigation and announced a fresh examination will be conducted. Over 1 million candidates had registered for the June 2024 exam, which determines eligibility for assistant professor and junior research fellowship positions.
The Delhi High Court is scheduled to announce its decision on the bail applications filed by former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, who is facing charges in connection with the excise policy case. The case involves alleged irregularities in the implementation of the excise policy, leading to Sisodia’s arrest by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in February 2023. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has also been investigating the matter, and Sisodia was subsequently arrested by the ED as well.
The Rouse Avenue Court has extended the judicial custody of former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia until May 30 in connection with the Delhi Liquor Excise policy 2021-22 case. Sisodia was initially arrested by the CBI on February 26 and later by the ED on March 9. The court also adjourned the hearing on framing charges against Sisodia in light of directions from the Delhi High Court. The ED has informed the High Court that the Aam Aadmi Party will be made an accused in the next chargesheet in the money laundering case linked to the excise policy scam.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has apprehended former DHFL director Dheeraj Wadhawan in relation to a colossal bank fraud case involving 34,000 crores. The arrest comes after Wadhawan’s previous detention in the Yes Bank corruption case. Notably, the DHFL case marks the largest banking loan fraud in the country, with a consortium of 17 banks allegedly defrauded. Regulatory authorities have also taken action against the Wadhawan brothers, attaching their assets to recover outstanding dues. The Delhi High Court is currently considering a bail plea from Dheeraj Wadhawan, who has cited medical grounds for his release.
Former Union Minister P. Chidambaram has supported Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s demand for an investigation into Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s allegation that two industrialists delivered cash to the Congress. Chidambaram stated that Modi’s claim should be taken seriously and that an inquiry by either the CBI or ED is justified. He criticized the BJP and the Finance Minister for their silence on the matter, questioning why they had not responded to Gandhi’s request.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address a public rally in Ayodhya ahead of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett has expressed optimism about ‘unexplored opportunities’ in India. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar criticized the Canadian government over its handling of the Hardeep Singh Nijjar killing. Belstar Microfinance has filed a DRHP to raise 1,300 crore through an IPO. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has denied reports of higher pesticide residue levels in herbs and spices. The CBI has issued a Blue corner notice against Prajwal Revanna in a sexual harassment case.
