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The Supreme Court is scheduled to announce its judgment on July 12 regarding Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's challenge against his arrest and subsequent remand by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case related to the Delhi excise policy.
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A day after the Munak canal barrage broke down, the situation on Friday improved in JJ colony of Bawana in Northwest Delhi that led to severe waterlogging in the area.
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Delhi, July 12: The Supreme Court is scheduled to announce its judgment on July 12 regarding Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's challenge against his arrest and subsequent remand by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case related to the Delhi excise policy. The bench, led by Justice Sanjiv Khanna, had reserved its decision on May 17 after hearing arguments from both sides.
During the hearings, Additional Solicitor General SV Raju informed the court about alleged evidence suggesting funds were funneled to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) through hawala channels. Raju also claimed that the ED had uncovered conversations between Kejriwal and hawala operators discussing purported proceeds of crime in the case. Union Budget 2024: PM Narendra Modi Meets Economists To Elicit Their Views and Suggestions Ahead of Budget for 2024-25 (Watch Video).
Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing Kejriwal, countered that the materials now cited by the ED were not available at the time of Kejriwal's arrest. Despite being granted interim bail until June 1, Kejriwal was instructed by the court not to visit the Chief Minister's office or the Delhi Secretariat. He complied by surrendering on June 2 as directed. PM Narendra Modi Lauds India-Austria Friendship, Shares Video Showcasing His Recent Vienna Visit.
The Supreme Court's forthcoming judgment will address Kejriwal's appeal against the Delhi High Court's ruling, which upheld his arrest and remand by the ED in connection with the excise policy case. This case has garnered considerable attention due to its implications for governance and political accountability.
Separately, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently addressed trainee IAS officers, urging them to prioritize effective governance and enhance citizens' quality of life. Modi emphasised the need for proactive rather than passive governance, encouraging officers to act as catalysts for positive change. He highlighted his government's efforts to ensure equitable distribution of welfare benefits, promoting social justice and combating discrimination.
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