Heavy police contingent outside Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence. Earlier today, the Delhi High Court refused to pass orders granting interim protection from coercive action Arvind Kejriwal at this stage. The probe agency wants to question him in the money laundering case related to the alleged liquor policy case. The ED has issued nine summonses to Kejriwal since October last year.

Arvind Kejriwal ED update: ED team reaches Arvind Kejriwal's residence

Heavy police contingent outside Delhi Chief Minister's residence. Earlier today, the Delhi High Court refused to pass orders granting interim protection from coercive action at this stage to the Delhi CM. The probe agency wants to question him in the money laundering case related to the alleged liquor policy case. The ED has issued nine summonses to Kejriwal since October last year.

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal suffered a major setback from the Delhi High Court. The court has refused to protect from arrest by the Enforcement Directorate to the Delhi Chief Minister. Kejriwal had filed a plea seeking protection from coercive action in Delhi's excise policy linked alleged money laundering case.

India elections 2024: No relief for Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal from Delhi HC

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Thursday (Mar 21) moved a fresh plea in the Delhi High Court and sought protection for any coercive measures against him in connection with the excise policy case.

<h2>Kejriwal's plea rejected</h2>

In his recent plea,&nbsp;the AAP leader said that he is ready to cooperate with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) amid the investigation but the federal agency should be prevented from arresting him.&nbsp;

However, the court rejected his plea saying that it was&nbsp;"not inclined to grant an interim relief."&nbsp;

<h2>‘Why don’t you appear on summonses?’</h2>

The plea comes a day after Delhi HC reprimanded him for skipping the ED’s summons on several occasions.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;ED: K Kavitha conspired with AAP leaders in Delhi Excise policy case

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“Why don’t you appear on receiving the summonses? What is preventing you from attending the call?” asked the bench led by Justice Suresh Kumar Kait.

The ED had issued nine summons to the Delhi CM related to the liquor policy scam case asking him to join the investigation. However, Kejriwal did not appear prompting the ED to file two complaints on February 3 and March 6 against the Delhi CM.&nbsp;

However, the AAP leader’s lawyer, senior advocate AM Singhvi, on Wednesday (Mar 20), said that the Delhi CM will not appear before the ED since there is a “clear intent” to arrest him ahead of the upcoming elections.&nbsp;

Kejriwal said that he is ready to appear before the ED if he is given protection.&nbsp;

Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ed-issues-fresh-summons-to-delhi-cm-kejriwal-in-excise-policy-case-701990">Arvind Kejriwal approaches Delhi High Court against enforcement directorate summons</a>

The court said that he would be told if he is being summoned as a witness or a suspect pursuant and that the federal agency would not arrest him on the first day of appearance but only inquire.

In his plea, Kejriwal alleged that the summons&nbsp;sent on February 26, 2024, and March 16, 2024, were sent with an oblique motive to arrest him.&nbsp;

The Delhi HC has also sought ED’s stand on the petition filed by the CM challenging the summons issued to him.

On Sunday (Mar 17), the ED issued&nbsp;fresh summons to Kejriwal asking him to appear before March 21 for questioning.

<h2>Excise policy case and arrests</h2>

So far, two senior AAP leaders, Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh have been taken into judicial custody over the liquor policy case.

Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/excise-policy-case-delhi-court-summons-arvind-kejriwal-over-eight-ed-no-shows-697530">Excise policy case: Delhi Court summons Arvind Kejriwal over eight ED no-shows&nbsp;</a>

Sisodia, who was the deputy CM at the time, was arrested last year in February in the excise case over allegations of corruption in the formulation and implementation of the liquor policy for 2021-22.&nbsp;

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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Thursday (Mar 21) moved a fresh plea in the Delhi High Court and sought protection for any coercive measures against him in connection with the excise policy case.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, on Thursday (Mar 21) moved a fresh plea in the Delhi High Court and sought protection for any coercive measures against him in connection with the excise policy case. Kejriwal's plea rejected In his recent plea, the AAP leader said that he is ready to cooperate with the Enforcement Directorate (ED) amid the investigation but the federal agency should be prevented from arresting him. However, the court rejected his plea saying that it was "not inclined to grant an interim relief." ‘Why don’t you appear on summonses?’ The plea comes a day after Delhi HC reprimanded him for skipping the ED’s summons on several occasions. WATCH | ED: K Kavitha conspired with AAP leaders in Delhi Excise policy case “Why don’t you appear on receiving the summonses? What is preventing you from attending the call?” asked the bench led by Justice Suresh Kumar Kait. The ED had issued nine summons to the Delhi CM related to the liquor policy scam case asking him to join the investigation. However, Kejriwal did not appear prompting the ED to file two complaints on February 3 and March 6 against the Delhi CM. However, the AAP leader’s lawyer, senior advocate AM Singhvi, on Wednesday (Mar 20), said that the Delhi CM will not appear before the ED since there is a “clear intent” to arrest him ahead of the upcoming elections. Kejriwal said that he is ready to appear before the ED if he is given protection. Also Read | Arvind Kejriwal approaches Delhi High Court against enforcement directorate summons The court said that he would be told if he is being summoned as a witness or a suspect pursuant and that the federal agency would not arrest him on the first day of appearance but only inquire. In his plea, Kejriwal alleged that the summons sent on February 26, 2024, and March 16, 2024, were sent with an oblique motive to arrest him. The Delhi HC has also sought ED’s stand on the petition filed by the CM challenging the summons issued to him. On Sunday (Mar 17), the ED issued fresh summons to Kejriwal asking him to appear before March 21 for questioning. Excise policy case and arrests So far, two senior AAP leaders, Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh have been taken into judicial custody over the liquor policy case. Also Read | Excise policy case: Delhi Court summons Arvind Kejriwal over eight ED no-shows Sisodia, who was the deputy CM at the time, was arrested last year in February in the excise case over allegations of corruption in the formulation and implementation of the liquor policy for 2021-22. (With inputs from agencies)

Excise policy case: Delhi HC rejects CM Arvind Kejriwal's plea to protect him from getting arrested

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)&nbsp;leader Satyendar Jain returned to Tihar Jail on Monday evening (Mar 18) after his plea seeking an extension of bail was rejected by India's Supreme Court.

Leaders of Delhi's ruling party, including Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, voiced support for Jain, who&nbsp;was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) 
on May 30, 2022, for alleged money laundering.&nbsp;

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/excise-policy-case-delhi-court-summons-arvind-kejriwal-over-eight-ed-no-shows-697530">Excise policy case: Delhi Court summons Arvind Kejriwal over eight ED no-shows</a>

On May 26, 2023, the apex court had granted interim bail to the 59-year-old former minister on health grounds.

Since then, he has been out of prison after many extensions of the interim bail. After the last bail plea was rejected, he surrendered to authorities on Monday evening.&nbsp;

<h2>AAP national convenor Kejriwal calls Jain a "hero"&nbsp;</h2>

Reacting to Jain's return to prison, AAP national convenor and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called him a ‘hero for all Dilli wallas' (people of Delhi).

“He (Jain) made arrangements for providing 24x7 electricity, free electricity, good govt hospitals and mohalla (community) clinics. Feel extremely sad for him and his family. God bless him,” wrote the Delhi chief minister on X (formerly Twitter).

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Kalkaji legislator and Kejriwal-led government minister Atishi wrote 'Heartbreaking’ and also posted emojis of broken hearts and sad faces.

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Greater Kailash MLA and minister Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

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“Just see the (low) level of BJP's politics. The person who gave the fantastic mohalla clinics to Delhi, has been sent to jail. It is extremely saddening,” wrote Bharadwaj, on the social media platform.

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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain returned to Tihar Jail on Monday evening (Mar 18) after his plea seeking an extension of bail was rejected by India's Supreme Court.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain returned to Tihar Jail on Monday evening (Mar 18) after his plea seeking an extension of bail was rejected by India's Supreme Court. Leaders of Delhi's ruling party, including Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, voiced support for Jain, who was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on May 30, 2022, for alleged money laundering. Also Read: Excise policy case: Delhi Court summons Arvind Kejriwal over eight ED no-shows On May 26, 2023, the apex court had granted interim bail to the 59-year-old former minister on health grounds. Since then, he has been out of prison after many extensions of the interim bail. After the last bail plea was rejected, he surrendered to authorities on Monday evening. AAP national convenor Kejriwal calls Jain a "hero" Reacting to Jain's return to prison, AAP national convenor and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal called him a ‘hero for all Dilli wallas' (people of Delhi). “He (Jain) made arrangements for providing 24x7 electricity, free electricity, good govt hospitals and mohalla (community) clinics. Feel extremely sad for him and his family. God bless him,” wrote the Delhi chief minister on X (formerly Twitter). He is a hero for all Dilli wallas. He made arrangements for providing 24x7 electricity, free electricity, good govt hospitals and mohalla clinics. Feel extremely sad for him and his family. God bless him. https://t.co/X5H9htV9xm — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) March 18, 2024 × Kalkaji legislator and Kejriwal-led government minister Atishi wrote 'Heartbreaking’ and also posted emojis of broken hearts and sad faces. Heart breaking… 💔😔 https://t.co/NWEz1azuif — Atishi (@AtishiAAP) March 18, 2024 × Watch: India: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal granted bail in ED summons case Greater Kailash MLA and minister Saurabh Bharadwaj slammed the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). भाजपा ने आज राजनीति को कहाँ पहुँचा दिया है। दिल्ली को शानदार मुहोल्ला क्लिनिक देने वाले @SatyendarJain भाई साब को जेल भेजना बेहद दुखद है। https://t.co/7fn23KCc3q — Saurabh Bharadwaj (@Saurabh_MLAgk) March 18, 2024 × “Just see the (low) level of BJP's politics. The person who gave the fantastic mohalla clinics to Delhi, has been sent to jail. It is extremely saddening,” wrote Bharadwaj, on the social media platform. (With inputs from agencies)

India: AAP leader Satyendar Jain back in Tihar Jail after failing to extend bail in money laundering case

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday moved the Delhi High Court challenging the summons issued to him by the Enforcement Directorate in an excise policy-linked money laundering case.

The petition of the AAP national convenor, who has been asked to appear before the agency on March 21, is listed for hearing on Wednesday before a bench of Justices Suresh Kumar Kait and Manoj Jain.

He has moved the court against the latest summons, the ninth issued by the ED asking him to appearing before it for questioning under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Arvind Kejriwal has repeatedly refused to appear in response to these summonses, calling them illegal.

The case pertains to alleged corruption in formulating and executing the city government's excise policy for 2021-22, which was later scrapped.

Following a recommendation by Lt Governor VK Saxena, the CBI registered an FIR over alleged corruption which subsequently resulted in the money laundering probe.

The agencies have claimed that irregularities were committed while modifying the excise policy and undue favours were extended to licence holders.

AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh are in judicial custody in the case.

Arvind Kejriwal's name has been mentioned multiple times in the charge sheets filed by the ED in the excise policy case. The agency has alleged that the accused were in touch with Arvind Kejriwal for formulating the excise policy that resulted in undue benefits for them in return for which they paid kickbacks to the Aam Aadmi Party.

A Delhi court had on Saturday granted bail to Arvind Kejriwal on two complaints filed by the ED against him for skipping six of the previous eight summonses in the money laundering case.

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday moved the Delhi High Court challenging the summons issued to him by the Enforcement Directorate in an excise policy-linked money laundering case.

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday moved the Delhi High Court challenging the summons issued to him by the Enforcement Directorate in an excise policy-linked money laundering case. The petition of the AAP national convenor, who has been asked to appear before the agency on March 21, is listed for hearing on Wednesday before a bench of Justices Suresh Kumar Kait and Manoj Jain. He has moved the court against the latest summons, the ninth issued by the ED asking him to appearing before it for questioning under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Arvind Kejriwal has repeatedly refused to appear in response to these summonses, calling them illegal. The case pertains to alleged corruption in formulating and executing the city government's excise policy for 2021-22, which was later scrapped. Following a recommendation by Lt Governor VK Saxena, the CBI registered an FIR over alleged corruption which subsequently resulted in the money laundering probe. The agencies have claimed that irregularities were committed while modifying the excise policy and undue favours were extended to licence holders. AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh are in judicial custody in the case. Arvind Kejriwal's name has been mentioned multiple times in the charge sheets filed by the ED in the excise policy case. The agency has alleged that the accused were in touch with Arvind Kejriwal for formulating the excise policy that resulted in undue benefits for them in return for which they paid kickbacks to the Aam Aadmi Party. A Delhi court had on Saturday granted bail to Arvind Kejriwal on two complaints filed by the ED against him for skipping six of the previous eight summonses in the money laundering case.

Arvind Kejriwal approaches Delhi High Court against enforcement directorate summons

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Mar 18) skipped the summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s premier financial intelligence agency, in connection with alleged irregularities in Delhi Jal Board (DJB). Earlier, his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) said the summons were “illegal".&nbsp;The ED had asked Kejriwal to be present at its office on APJ Abdul Kalam Road on March 18 for interrogation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

AAP questioned the legality of the summons citing bail order. “When there is bail from the court, why is ED sending summons again and again? ED summons are illegal," it said in a statement.

Meanwhile, on allegations by ED that BRS leader K Kavitha conspired with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other AAP leaders in Delhi Excise policy case, AAP said the union government was 'planting falsehoods every day.'

"On earlier occasions too, ED has released such blatantly false and frivolous statements which show that instead of being a neutral investigative agency, it is working like a political wing of BJP," AAP said in a statement.

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Atishi, a minister in the Delhi government, said the union government was following a ‘backup plan’ to arrest Kejriwal anyhow. "Nobody knows what this Delhi Jal Board (DJB) case is about. This seems to be a backup plan to arrest Kejriwal anyhow and stop him from campaigning in the Lok Sabha polls," said Delhi minister Atishi at a press conference on Sunday (Mar 17).<o:p></o:p>

This comes as Kejriwal faces ED summons and court cases for alleged irregularities in Delhi excise policy. Kejriwal has so far skipped eight ED summons in the case, which the AAP says are ‘illegal and illegitimate’. The ED has now asked Kejriwal to appear in the case on March 21.<o:p></o:p>

<h2>What is the DJB case?<o:p></o:p></h2>

In the DJB case, the investigating agency alleges that funds acquired through corruption in a contract awarded by the Delhi government's department were channelled as election funds to the AAP.<o:p></o:p>

In February, the ED carried out raids at the residences of individuals, including Kejriwal's personal assistant, a Rajya Sabha MP from AAP, a former DJB member, a chartered accountant, and others, as part of this investigation.

<o:p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-court-grants-bail-to-cm-kejriwal-in-enforcement-directorate-summons-case-700656">Also read:&nbsp;Delhi court grants bail to CM Kejriwal in Enforcement Directorate summons case</a></o:p>

The ED's case is founded on an FIR by another central agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), alleging irregularities in the contract awarded to NKG Infrastructure Ltd. for a sum of Rs 38 crore ($4.6 million), despite the company not meeting the technical eligibility criteria.<o:p></o:p>

The ED has arrested some individuals associated with the contract. However, the AAP has refuted the agency's claims as "false".<o:p></o:p>

<h2>Satyendar Jain's bail rejected<o:p></o:p></h2>

Meanwhile, the Supreme Court on Monday (Mar 18) dismissed the regular bail of Satyendar Jain, an ex-minister in the Delhi government detained in a money laundering case.

<o:p>Watch:&nbsp;Delhi: AAP kicks off election campaign in Gujarat, Delhi CM appeals for two candidates</o:p>

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The bench of justices Bela M Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal asked Jain, who is out on interim bail, to surrender forthwith.

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The ED had arrested the AAP leader on May 30, 2022, on the charge of laundering money through four companies allegedly linked to him.

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Mar 18) skipped the summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s premier financial intelligence agency, in connection with alleged irregularities in Delhi Jal Board (DJB).

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Mar 18) skipped the summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s premier financial intelligence agency, in connection with alleged irregularities in Delhi Jal Board (DJB). Earlier, his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) said the summons were “illegal". The ED had asked Kejriwal to be present at its office on APJ Abdul Kalam Road on March 18 for interrogation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). AAP questioned the legality of the summons citing bail order. “When there is bail from the court, why is ED sending summons again and again? ED summons are illegal," it said in a statement. Meanwhile, on allegations by ED that BRS leader K Kavitha conspired with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other AAP leaders in Delhi Excise policy case, AAP said the union government was 'planting falsehoods every day.' "On earlier occasions too, ED has released such blatantly false and frivolous statements which show that instead of being a neutral investigative agency, it is working like a political wing of BJP," AAP said in a statement. Atishi, a minister in the Delhi government, said the union government was following a ‘backup plan’ to arrest Kejriwal anyhow. "Nobody knows what this Delhi Jal Board (DJB) case is about. This seems to be a backup plan to arrest Kejriwal anyhow and stop him from campaigning in the Lok Sabha polls," said Delhi minister Atishi at a press conference on Sunday (Mar 17). This comes as Kejriwal faces ED summons and court cases for alleged irregularities in Delhi excise policy. Kejriwal has so far skipped eight ED summons in the case, which the AAP says are ‘illegal and illegitimate’. The ED has now asked Kejriwal to appear in the case on March 21. What is the DJB case? In the DJB case, the investigating agency alleges that funds acquired through corruption in a contract awarded by the Delhi government's department were channelled as election funds to the AAP. In February, the ED carried out raids at the residences of individuals, including Kejriwal's personal assistant, a Rajya Sabha MP from AAP, a former DJB member, a chartered accountant, and others, as part of this investigation. Also read: Delhi court grants bail to CM Kejriwal in Enforcement Directorate summons case The ED's case is founded on an FIR by another central agency, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), alleging irregularities in the contract awarded to NKG Infrastructure Ltd. for a sum of Rs 38 crore ($4.6 million), despite the company not meeting the technical eligibility criteria. The ED has arrested some individuals associated with the contract. However, the AAP has refuted the agency's claims as "false". Satyendar Jain's bail rejected Meanwhile, the Supreme Court on Monday (Mar 18) dismissed the regular bail of Satyendar Jain, an ex-minister in the Delhi government detained in a money laundering case. Watch: Delhi: AAP kicks off election campaign in Gujarat, Delhi CM appeals for two candidates × The bench of justices Bela M Trivedi and Pankaj Mithal asked Jain, who is out on interim bail, to surrender forthwith. The ED had arrested the AAP leader on May 30, 2022, on the charge of laundering money through four companies allegedly linked to him. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Delhi CM Kejriwal skips ED summons in alleged Delhi Jal Board corruption case: AAP

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha allegedly conspired with the top leaders of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia to get favours in the Delhi Excise policy formulation and implementation, the Enforcement Directorate claimed on Monday.

ED: K Kavitha conspired with AAP leaders in Delhi Excise policy case

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (Mar 16) appeared in a court in relation to the Enforcement Directorate summon case. The ED had approached the court after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader failed to appear before the economic intelligence agency for interrogation in the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy case.

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Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court ACMM granted bail to Kejriwal on a&nbsp;bond of INR 15,000 ($180) and a surety of ₹1 lakh ($1,200).

This came after a sessions court on Friday had refused to stay the ED summons against Kejriwal.

The ED had filed complaint against the CM for not complying with its summons. The agency had issued eight summons against the AAP leader but Kejriwal declared them ‘illegal’ and maintained he was not a party to the Excise Policy case.

The ED had first approached the court on February 3, a day after Kejriwal snubbed its fifth summon.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-cm-kejriwal-agrees-to-cooperate-with-ed-after-skipping-eight-summons-in-a-row-696339">Also read:&nbsp;Delhi CM Kejriwal agrees to cooperate with ED after skipping eight summons in a row</a>

So far, Kejriwal has skipped summons issued by the ED on February 26, February 19, February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22.

<h2>Delhi excise policy case</h2>

The case is based on alleged irregularities in Delhi excise policy (2021-22) highlighted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), an agency controlled by the union government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

In a chargesheet filed in the same case by ED, it was claimed that the AAP received kickbacks worth ₹45 crore generated via the policy for part of its assembly election&nbsp;campaign in Goa in 2022.

Delhi government claimed the excise policy would revitalise the city's flagging liquor business and replace a sales-volume-based regime with a license fee for traders. It promised swankier stores and a better buying experience. The policy also offered discounts and offers on the purchase of liquor for the first time in Delhi.

Delhi’s two top ministers—Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh—are already facing judicial custody in the case.

(With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (Mar 16) appeared in a court in relation to the Enforcement Directorate summon case. The ED had approached the court after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader failed to appear before the economic intelligence agency for interrogation in the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy case.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (Mar 16) appeared in a court in relation to the Enforcement Directorate summon case. The ED had approached the court after the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader failed to appear before the economic intelligence agency for interrogation in the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy case. #WATCH | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal leaves from Rouse Avenue Court, after being granted bail on a bail bond of Rs 15,000 and a surety of Rs 1 lakh. The CM appeared before the court following summons issued to him by the court on the basis of two ED complaints in connection with… pic.twitter.com/dPBXR95R4u — ANI (@ANI) March 16, 2024 × Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court ACMM granted bail to Kejriwal on a bond of INR 15,000 ($180) and a surety of ₹1 lakh ($1,200). This came after a sessions court on Friday had refused to stay the ED summons against Kejriwal. The ED had filed complaint against the CM for not complying with its summons. The agency had issued eight summons against the AAP leader but Kejriwal declared them ‘illegal’ and maintained he was not a party to the Excise Policy case. The ED had first approached the court on February 3, a day after Kejriwal snubbed its fifth summon. Also read: Delhi CM Kejriwal agrees to cooperate with ED after skipping eight summons in a row So far, Kejriwal has skipped summons issued by the ED on February 26, February 19, February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22. Delhi excise policy case The case is based on alleged irregularities in Delhi excise policy (2021-22) highlighted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), an agency controlled by the union government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a chargesheet filed in the same case by ED, it was claimed that the AAP received kickbacks worth ₹45 crore generated via the policy for part of its assembly election campaign in Goa in 2022. Delhi government claimed the excise policy would revitalise the city's flagging liquor business and replace a sales-volume-based regime with a license fee for traders. It promised swankier stores and a better buying experience. The policy also offered discounts and offers on the purchase of liquor for the first time in Delhi. Delhi’s two top ministers—Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh—are already facing judicial custody in the case. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi court grants bail to CM Kejriwal in Enforcement Directorate summons case

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal granted bail in ED case after appearing in court for excise policy scam. Watch the video to know more.

India: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal granted bail in ED summons case

The Enforcement Directorate has filed a fresh complaint before a Delhi court seeking prosecution of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for skipping its summonses in a money laundering investigation. Watch in for more details!

India: ED files complaint against AAP Chief Arvind Kejriwal for disobeying summons

Aam Aadmi Party convenor and Delhi chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will embark on a Gujarat visit today to launch the Lok Sabha election campaign of his party.

Delhi: AAP kicks off election campaign in Gujarat, Delhi CM appeals for two candidates

Protests erupted outside Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party supremo&nbsp;Arvind Kejriwal's residence after he&nbsp;slammed the BJP-led federal government over the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Kejriwal claimed that the CAA's implementation would lead to&nbsp;an unprecedented influx of people from the neighbouring Muslim-majority nations into India.&nbsp;

Reacting to Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s reported comments against him over the CAA, Kejriwal said that the country is more important than an individual like himself.&nbsp;

"He (Shah) has called me corrupt, but I am not important, the country is important. He did not answer the questions raised by me. He only abused me," the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader said at a digital press conference.

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Kejriwal alleged that the implementation of the CAA ahead of the Lok Sabha polls was "dirty vote-bank politics" of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

The Delhi CM, whose Aam Aadmi Party is a notable political force in Punjab state as well, alleged that the BJP wants to bring in poor people from minority communities from Pakistan and settle them in India by giving them jobs and houses that belong to locals.

<h2>Kejriwal warns of 'a bigger migration than that of 1947'</h2>

Kejriwal asked the Centre how jobs, houses and resources will be created for the refugees coming to India from Pakistan and Bangladesh.&nbsp;

"A bigger migration than that in 1947 will happen due to the implementation of the CAA," Kejriwal claimed.&nbsp;

"An unimaginable number of people will come to India if the doors are thrown open for the minorities of neighbouring countries," he further said.

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"What I want to ask them is, did people stop entering India after 2014? Earlier, infiltrators were scared of getting caught and punished but the CAA will do away with that fear. Infiltrators are still entering the country," he added.

Speaking further the Delhi Chief&nbsp;Minister said, "Rohingyas came to India during your (BJP’s) regime. Will you give jobs and ration cards to Pakistani infiltrators? Spending taxpayers’ money on minorities from other countries is not acceptable."

"Implementing the CAA will make the country unsafe and create a law-and-order situation," the AAP leader claimed.

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Protests erupted outside Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal's residence after he slammed the BJP-led federal government over the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

Protests erupted outside Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal's residence after he slammed the BJP-led federal government over the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Kejriwal claimed that the CAA's implementation would lead to an unprecedented influx of people from the neighbouring Muslim-majority nations into India. Reacting to Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s reported comments against him over the CAA, Kejriwal said that the country is more important than an individual like himself. "He (Shah) has called me corrupt, but I am not important, the country is important. He did not answer the questions raised by me. He only abused me," the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader said at a digital press conference. Also read | Arvind Kejriwal warns of protest, says 'serious constitutional crisis' in national capital Kejriwal alleged that the implementation of the CAA ahead of the Lok Sabha polls was "dirty vote-bank politics" of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The Delhi CM, whose Aam Aadmi Party is a notable political force in Punjab state as well, alleged that the BJP wants to bring in poor people from minority communities from Pakistan and settle them in India by giving them jobs and houses that belong to locals. Kejriwal warns of 'a bigger migration than that of 1947' Kejriwal asked the Centre how jobs, houses and resources will be created for the refugees coming to India from Pakistan and Bangladesh. "A bigger migration than that in 1947 will happen due to the implementation of the CAA," Kejriwal claimed. "An unimaginable number of people will come to India if the doors are thrown open for the minorities of neighbouring countries," he further said. Also watch | CAA in India: Pak Hindu migrants protest outside Delhi CM Kejriwal's residence × "What I want to ask them is, did people stop entering India after 2014? Earlier, infiltrators were scared of getting caught and punished but the CAA will do away with that fear. Infiltrators are still entering the country," he added. Speaking further the Delhi Chief Minister said, "Rohingyas came to India during your (BJP’s) regime. Will you give jobs and ration cards to Pakistani infiltrators? Spending taxpayers’ money on minorities from other countries is not acceptable." "Implementing the CAA will make the country unsafe and create a law-and-order situation," the AAP leader claimed. (With inputs from agencies)

Protests erupt outside Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's residence after his remarks against CAA

India elections 2024: AAP set to launch Gujarat poll campaign today

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal along with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday (March 8) launched the party's Lok Sabha election&nbsp;campaign&nbsp;slogan “Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, toh Dilli hogi aur khush haal (Delhi will be more prosperous with Kejriwal in Parliament)”.

While launching the campaign at the AAP’s headquarters in New Delhi, Kejriwal slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party, the Indian government and the Delhi Lt Governor&nbsp;of stalling the works of his government.

He then appealed to the voters to ensure the victory of all seven candidates of the AAP-Congress combine in Delhi.

The AAP is a member of the INDIA bloc which has positioned itself to take on the BJP in the upcoming April–May Lok Sabha elections.

While AAP is contesting from four of Delhi’s seven Lok Sabha seats, the Congress will field candidates from three.

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“I have made all efforts to serve the people of Delhi who are my family, without considering myself as the chief minister,” Kejriwal, the AAP’s national convenor, said.

“Our slogan is ‘Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, toh Dilli hogi aur khush haal (Delhi will be more prosperous with Kejriwal in Parliament)’,” the Delhi CM added.

He further alleged that the BJP stalls every initiative launched by the AAP government.

“They hate you because you elected and brought an ordinary man to power in Delhi. They demolished Mohalla Clinics with bulldozers, they stopped door-to-door ration delivery, tests and medicines in hospitals,” he alleged.

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<h2>'Kejriwal's rule marked by loot and corruption, says BJP&nbsp;Delhi chief</h2>

After the launch of the campaign by Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal, BJP’s Delhi chief Virendra Sachdeva took a dig at the AAP chief stating that the party's apt slogan would be “nine-year rule of Kejriwal marked by loot and corruption, rendering Delhi miserable”.

“The people of Delhi, Punjab and Gujarat will reject Kejriwal in such a way that even the AAP’s national status will be snatched,” he said.

The AAP has entered into a seat-sharing&nbsp;deal for Delhi, Gujarat and Haryana with the Congress party. Whereas in Punjab, both parties have agreed to contest the elections independently.

(With inputs from agencies)

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal along with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday (March 8) launched the party's Lok Sabha election campaign slogan “Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, toh Dilli hogi aur khush haal (Delhi will be more prosperous with Kejriwal in Parliament)”.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal along with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday (March 8) launched the party's Lok Sabha election campaign slogan “Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, toh Dilli hogi aur khush haal (Delhi will be more prosperous with Kejriwal in Parliament)”. While launching the campaign at the AAP’s headquarters in New Delhi, Kejriwal slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party, the Indian government and the Delhi Lt Governor of stalling the works of his government. He then appealed to the voters to ensure the victory of all seven candidates of the AAP-Congress combine in Delhi. The AAP is a member of the INDIA bloc which has positioned itself to take on the BJP in the upcoming April–May Lok Sabha elections. While AAP is contesting from four of Delhi’s seven Lok Sabha seats, the Congress will field candidates from three. VIDEO | Here’s what Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) said at the launch of the party’s campaign ‘Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, toh Delhi hogi aur khush-haal’ for Lok Sabha Elections 2024. “AAP’s Delhi Lok Sabha campaign is being launched today. Our slogan is ‘Sansad mein… pic.twitter.com/X5YI04HX2J — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) March 8, 2024 × “I have made all efforts to serve the people of Delhi who are my family, without considering myself as the chief minister,” Kejriwal, the AAP’s national convenor, said. “Our slogan is ‘Sansad mein bhi Kejriwal, toh Dilli hogi aur khush haal (Delhi will be more prosperous with Kejriwal in Parliament)’,” the Delhi CM added. He further alleged that the BJP stalls every initiative launched by the AAP government. “They hate you because you elected and brought an ordinary man to power in Delhi. They demolished Mohalla Clinics with bulldozers, they stopped door-to-door ration delivery, tests and medicines in hospitals,” he alleged. Also read: Congress releases first list of 39 candidates for Lok Sabha elections 'Kejriwal's rule marked by loot and corruption, says BJP Delhi chief After the launch of the campaign by Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal, BJP’s Delhi chief Virendra Sachdeva took a dig at the AAP chief stating that the party's apt slogan would be “nine-year rule of Kejriwal marked by loot and corruption, rendering Delhi miserable”. “The people of Delhi, Punjab and Gujarat will reject Kejriwal in such a way that even the AAP’s national status will be snatched,” he said. The AAP has entered into a seat-sharing deal for Delhi, Gujarat and Haryana with the Congress party. Whereas in Punjab, both parties have agreed to contest the elections independently. (With inputs from agencies)

Lok Sabha Elections: Arvind Kejriwal launches AAP's poll campaign in Delhi

The Delhi Rouse Avenue Court issued a fresh summons to Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal asking him to appear physically on March 16, after the Enforcement Directorate filed a fresh complaint .

Court summons Delhi CM Kejriwal on March 16 after fresh complaint by ED

In the Enforcement Directorate (ED)-Arvind Kejriwal saga, there's a fresh development. The Delhi Chief Minister, who has skipped ED summons not once but eight times has been asked to appear before a Delhi court on March 16.

<h2>Court summons</h2>

As per media reports, the fresh summons comes after the ED told the court that the Delhi Chief Minister has skipped multiple summons&nbsp;issued to him under India's Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

The central government agency wants to question Kejriwal in connection with the Delhi excise policy case.

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Taking cognisance of the matter, additional chief metropolitan magistrate Divya Malhotra directed Kejriwal to physically appear in court.

Earlier, based on ED's first complaint, he was directed to appear before the court on February 7. Appearing virtually before the court on February 17,&nbsp;he contended that due to the ongoing budget session, he could not appear in court physically.

The Delhi court at the time had granted an exemption to Kejriwal from personal appearance.

<h2>Excise policy case and ED summons</h2>

ED issued its last summons in February and directed the Aam Aadmi Party leader to appear before it for questioning on Monday (Mar 4). However, Kejriwal skipped the summons, calling them "illegal". Instead, he offered to appear before the enforcement directorate via video-conferencing.

To this, the ED insisted that there was no provision for video-conferencing and insisted on his physical presence.

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It is alleged that the Delhi government’s excise policy for 2021-22 to grant licences to liquor traders allowed cartelisation and favoured certain dealers who had allegedly paid bribes for them, a charge repeatedly refuted by the AAP.

The policy was subsequently scrapped and Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena recommended a CBI probe, following which the ED registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Previously, the ED arrested AAP leaders, Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh, apart from communications in charge of the party Vijay Nair in the case.

(With inputs from agencies)

In the Enforcement Directorate (ED)-Arvind Kejriwal saga, there's a fresh development. The Delhi Chief Minister, who has skipped ED summons not once but eight times has been asked to appear before a Delhi court on March 16.

In the Enforcement Directorate (ED)-Arvind Kejriwal saga, there's a fresh development. The Delhi Chief Minister, who has skipped ED summons not once but eight times has been asked to appear before a Delhi court on March 16. Court summons As per media reports, the fresh summons comes after the ED told the court that the Delhi Chief Minister has skipped multiple summons issued to him under India's Prevention of Money Laundering Act. The central government agency wants to question Kejriwal in connection with the Delhi excise policy case. Also read | Indian PM Modi in Jammu & Kashmir to unveil multiple development projects Taking cognisance of the matter, additional chief metropolitan magistrate Divya Malhotra directed Kejriwal to physically appear in court. Earlier, based on ED's first complaint, he was directed to appear before the court on February 7. Appearing virtually before the court on February 17, he contended that due to the ongoing budget session, he could not appear in court physically. The Delhi court at the time had granted an exemption to Kejriwal from personal appearance. Excise policy case and ED summons ED issued its last summons in February and directed the Aam Aadmi Party leader to appear before it for questioning on Monday (Mar 4). However, Kejriwal skipped the summons, calling them "illegal". Instead, he offered to appear before the enforcement directorate via video-conferencing. To this, the ED insisted that there was no provision for video-conferencing and insisted on his physical presence. Also read | Bengaluru cafe blast: Accused visited eatery many times before planting explosive It is alleged that the Delhi government’s excise policy for 2021-22 to grant licences to liquor traders allowed cartelisation and favoured certain dealers who had allegedly paid bribes for them, a charge repeatedly refuted by the AAP. The policy was subsequently scrapped and Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena recommended a CBI probe, following which the ED registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Previously, the ED arrested AAP leaders, Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh, apart from communications in charge of the party Vijay Nair in the case. (With inputs from agencies)

Excise policy case: Delhi Court summons Arvind Kejriwal over eight ED no-shows

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party has been given a deadline by the Supreme Court to vacate its headquarters which stands on the plot of land allotted to the High Court.

The apex court has directed the party to vacate the place by June 15.

Taking into consideration the upcoming general election, a bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud also allowed AAP to apply to the Land and Development Office of the Government of India for allotment of alternate land in accordance with the law in the meantime.

"In view of the impending general elections, we grant time until June 15, 2024, to vacate the premises," the court said.

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<h2>Respect&nbsp;SC's order to vacate the Delhi office, says AAP</h2>

The party released a statement saying that it respected the court's order to vacate its offices in Delhi's Rouse Avenue further expressing hope that it would be allotted land in the same location soon.

Priyanka Kakkar, the AAP's chief national spokesperson, said, "We respect the Supreme Court. The apex court has also directed that the Centre's L&amp;DO (Land and Development Office) allot an alternative land for the AAP's office as soon as possible."&nbsp;

"We hope that the BJP will not do any regressive, discriminatory or dirty politics and, without further delay, allot land for the AAP's office premises at the same location where all the other national parties have been allotted land for office use in Delhi," Kakkar said.

At the time of the hearing in the court, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta submitted that the Aam Aadmi Party had encroached on the land since 2017.

The court also underscored that the AAP was not a lawful occupant of the land after 2017.

However, senior Abhishek Singhvi, appearing for the national capital's ruling party, submitted that the AAP was one of the six national parties and is entitled to land in the New Delhi municipal area, under its status.

"They are telling us as a national party we get nothing. I'm given (land in) Badarpur while everyone else is in better places. A particular government does not want me to be flourishing and working," Singhvi said.

(With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party has been given a deadline by the Supreme Court to vacate its headquarters which stands on the plot of land allotted to the High Court.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party has been given a deadline by the Supreme Court to vacate its headquarters which stands on the plot of land allotted to the High Court. The apex court has directed the party to vacate the place by June 15. Taking into consideration the upcoming general election, a bench led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud also allowed AAP to apply to the Land and Development Office of the Government of India for allotment of alternate land in accordance with the law in the meantime. "In view of the impending general elections, we grant time until June 15, 2024, to vacate the premises," the court said. Also read: Delhi CM Kejriwal agrees to cooperate with ED after skipping eight summons in a row Respect SC's order to vacate the Delhi office, says AAP The party released a statement saying that it respected the court's order to vacate its offices in Delhi's Rouse Avenue further expressing hope that it would be allotted land in the same location soon. Priyanka Kakkar, the AAP's chief national spokesperson, said, "We respect the Supreme Court. The apex court has also directed that the Centre's L&DO (Land and Development Office) allot an alternative land for the AAP's office as soon as possible." "We hope that the BJP will not do any regressive, discriminatory or dirty politics and, without further delay, allot land for the AAP's office premises at the same location where all the other national parties have been allotted land for office use in Delhi," Kakkar said. At the time of the hearing in the court, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta submitted that the Aam Aadmi Party had encroached on the land since 2017. The court also underscored that the AAP was not a lawful occupant of the land after 2017. However, senior Abhishek Singhvi, appearing for the national capital's ruling party, submitted that the AAP was one of the six national parties and is entitled to land in the New Delhi municipal area, under its status. "They are telling us as a national party we get nothing. I'm given (land in) Badarpur while everyone else is in better places. A particular government does not want me to be flourishing and working," Singhvi said. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Supreme Court orders Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party to vacate headquarters

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Mar 4) finally sent a reply to the summons of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s premier economic intelligence agency, in an alleged excise policy scam. Kejriwal added he was ready to answer all questions via video conferencing after March 12, reported news agency PTI. The response came after he skipped eight summons of the ED one after another, calling them illegal and politically motivated.

PTI quoted Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party sources as saying that the chief minister still thought of ED summons as illegal but he was willing to cooperate.

This comes ahead of his scheduled appearance in a Delhi court on March 16 in a case filed by the ED.

<h2>ED’s case against Kejriwal</h2>

The ED had approached a Delhi court against Kejriwal&nbsp;on February 3, following his snub to its fifth summon a day earlier.

ED said it wanted to record Arvind Kejriwal's statement in the case on issues such as the formulation of excise policy, meetings held before it was finalised, and allegations of bribery.

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On the other hand, AAP and Kejriwal maintain that the summons should be stopped as the matter was pending in court.

So far, Kejriwal has skipped summons issued by the ED on February 26, February 19, February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22.

<h2>Delhi excise policy case</h2>

The case is based on alleged irregularities in Delhi excise policy (2021-22) highlighted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), an agency controlled by the union government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

In a chargesheet filed in the same case by ED, it was claimed that the AAP received kickbacks worth ₹45 crore generated via the policy for part of its assembly elections campaign in Goa in 2022.

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Delhi government claimed the excise policy would revitalise the city's flagging liquor business and replace a sales-volume-based regime with a license fee for traders. It promised swankier stores and a better buying experience. The policy also offered discounts and offers on the purchase of liquor for the first time in Delhi.

Delhi’s two top ministers—Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh—are already facing judicial custody in the case.

(With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Mar 4) finally sent a reply to the summons of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s premier economic intelligence agency, in an alleged excise policy scam.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Mar 4) finally sent a reply to the summons of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s premier economic intelligence agency, in an alleged excise policy scam. Kejriwal added he was ready to answer all questions via video conferencing after March 12, reported news agency PTI. The response came after he skipped eight summons of the ED one after another, calling them illegal and politically motivated. PTI quoted Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party sources as saying that the chief minister still thought of ED summons as illegal but he was willing to cooperate. This comes ahead of his scheduled appearance in a Delhi court on March 16 in a case filed by the ED. ED’s case against Kejriwal The ED had approached a Delhi court against Kejriwal on February 3, following his snub to its fifth summon a day earlier. ED said it wanted to record Arvind Kejriwal's statement in the case on issues such as the formulation of excise policy, meetings held before it was finalised, and allegations of bribery. Also read: Lok Sabha elections 2024: PM Modi to cover India's length and breadth in 10-day pre-poll tour. Full schedule On the other hand, AAP and Kejriwal maintain that the summons should be stopped as the matter was pending in court. So far, Kejriwal has skipped summons issued by the ED on February 26, February 19, February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22. Delhi excise policy case The case is based on alleged irregularities in Delhi excise policy (2021-22) highlighted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), an agency controlled by the union government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a chargesheet filed in the same case by ED, it was claimed that the AAP received kickbacks worth ₹45 crore generated via the policy for part of its assembly elections campaign in Goa in 2022. Watch: India: EAM Jaishankar slams Pakistan, says 'SAARC' in trouble due to Pakistan's terrorism × Delhi government claimed the excise policy would revitalise the city's flagging liquor business and replace a sales-volume-based regime with a license fee for traders. It promised swankier stores and a better buying experience. The policy also offered discounts and offers on the purchase of liquor for the first time in Delhi. Delhi’s two top ministers—Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh—are already facing judicial custody in the case. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi CM Kejriwal agrees to cooperate with ED after skipping eight summons in a row

The Chief Minister of Delhi, Arvind Kejriwal is in a big tussle with India's anti-money laundering agency- the enforcement directorate. The ED is asking Kejriwal to appear before the agency for a probe linked to an alleged scam. But Kejriwal has skipped 7 ED summons so far, and an eighth summon has been issued by the ED.

India: ED issues 8th summmon to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in Liquor Scam

ED issues 8th summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Feb 26) met with the family of a two-year-old girl who was mauled to death by a pack of stray dogs. Local police said on Sunday that the incident took place in the Dhobhi Ghat area of New Delhi's Tughlaq Lane.&nbsp;

Kejriwal took to his official X handle and informed that New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) officials have been directed to solve the problem of stray dogs immediately.&nbsp;

In a post written by the CM in Hindi, which when loosely translated to English read, he said: "A two-year-old girl was killed in an attack by some stray dogs in Dhobi Ghat area of New Delhi Assembly constituency on Saturday."&nbsp;

"Today I met the family members of the deceased girl. Stray dogs roaming freely in residential areas is a very serious matter," he added.&nbsp;

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Local reports stated that the incident occurred around 6:00 pm (IST) on Saturday when the child was sitting outside her home.&nbsp;

She was attacked by four to five dogs and was dragged for several metres. She was reportedly mauled to death.&nbsp;

"A police team and forensic experts were sent to the spot after we received information about the incident. The girl was rushed to a hospital where she died during treatment. Further investigation has begun," said an official, according to news agency PTI.

Police handed over the body to the family after an autopsy and&nbsp;have launched a probe into the tragic incident.&nbsp;

The girl's family claim that some people feed&nbsp;stray dogs near the locality and demanded strict action against them.&nbsp;

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Ravi, the victim's uncle, said, "Around 6 pm, four to five stray dogs suddenly attacked our child, dragged her for 100-150 metres and mauled her."

Ravi also claimed that the same pack of stray dogs have earlier attacked children playing outside their homes.&nbsp;

The victim's uncle also said that locals have repeatedly complained to the authorities concerned, but were ignored.&nbsp;

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"We are poor people. When we tried to stop those who feed the dogs, they threatened us with a police complaint," he alleged.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, a senior NDMC official told&nbsp;news agency PTI that a team of veterinarians visited the spot and found that the dogs in the area were vaccinated and sterilised. The officials further added that a police inquiry is needed.

<h2>Dog&nbsp;attacks in Delhi&nbsp;</h2>

The alleged incident is not the first in Delhi. The Indian capital has seen several incidents related to dog attacks since January 2024.&nbsp; &nbsp;

On January 29, a seven-year-old girl sustained more than 15 injuries after allegedly being attacked by her neighbour's American Bully while playing outside with her pals in sector-25 of Rohini.

Another incident occurred on January 22, when a two-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted by a pet dog in Vishwas Nagar, northeast Delhi.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Feb 26) met with the family of a two-year-old girl who was mauled to death by a pack of stray dogs. Local police said on Sunday that the incident took place in the Dhobhi Ghat area of New Delhi's Tughlaq Lane.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Feb 26) met with the family of a two-year-old girl who was mauled to death by a pack of stray dogs. Local police said on Sunday that the incident took place in the Dhobhi Ghat area of New Delhi's Tughlaq Lane. Kejriwal took to his official X handle and informed that New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) officials have been directed to solve the problem of stray dogs immediately. In a post written by the CM in Hindi, which when loosely translated to English read, he said: "A two-year-old girl was killed in an attack by some stray dogs in Dhobi Ghat area of New Delhi Assembly constituency on Saturday." "Today I met the family members of the deceased girl. Stray dogs roaming freely in residential areas is a very serious matter," he added. Also read: First video of Haryana INLD chief Nafe Singh Rathee’s suspected killers surfaces Local reports stated that the incident occurred around 6:00 pm (IST) on Saturday when the child was sitting outside her home. She was attacked by four to five dogs and was dragged for several metres. She was reportedly mauled to death. "A police team and forensic experts were sent to the spot after we received information about the incident. The girl was rushed to a hospital where she died during treatment. Further investigation has begun," said an official, according to news agency PTI. Police handed over the body to the family after an autopsy and have launched a probe into the tragic incident. The girl's family claim that some people feed stray dogs near the locality and demanded strict action against them. Also read: Youth cannot suffer: Congress chief writes to Indian president on 'Agnipath' scheme Ravi, the victim's uncle, said, "Around 6 pm, four to five stray dogs suddenly attacked our child, dragged her for 100-150 metres and mauled her." Ravi also claimed that the same pack of stray dogs have earlier attacked children playing outside their homes. The victim's uncle also said that locals have repeatedly complained to the authorities concerned, but were ignored. VIDEO | Here's what Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi's said after meeting the family of the 18-month-old girl mauled to death by stray dogs in Tughlaq area. "It's an unfortunate incident. Stray animals in Delhi have become a problem. This area comes under NDMC. Whether it's MCD or… pic.twitter.com/xBfZBc2D0x — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 25, 2024 × "We are poor people. When we tried to stop those who feed the dogs, they threatened us with a police complaint," he alleged. Meanwhile, a senior NDMC official told news agency PTI that a team of veterinarians visited the spot and found that the dogs in the area were vaccinated and sterilised. The officials further added that a police inquiry is needed. Dog attacks in Delhi The alleged incident is not the first in Delhi. The Indian capital has seen several incidents related to dog attacks since January 2024. On January 29, a seven-year-old girl sustained more than 15 injuries after allegedly being attacked by her neighbour's American Bully while playing outside with her pals in sector-25 of Rohini. Another incident occurred on January 22, when a two-year-old girl was allegedly assaulted by a pet dog in Vishwas Nagar, northeast Delhi. (With inputs from agencies)

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Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal will not appear before India's Enforcement Directorate on Monday (Feb 26) after the agency issued the seventh summons to the Delhi chief minister, news agency ANI reported citing sources.

"The matter is in the court and the next hearing is on March 16. Instead of sending summons daily, the ED should wait for the court's decision. We will not leave the INDIA alliance. Modi government should not create pressure like this," a party source said.

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The probe agency issued the seventh summons to Kejriwal on Feb 22 in the case related to his government's excise policy.

He was asked to appear before the agency on Feb 26 for questioning related to the money laundering probe in connection with the alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22.

The agency had earlier issued a sixth summons to Kejriwal on Feb 14, asking him to join the probe on Feb 19, which he skipped, as he did on the previous occasions.

In a statement, the AAP reiterated that the summonses sent to Kejriwal were "illegal" and said the issue was "now in court".

"The Enforcement Directorate itself approached the court. Instead of sending summons again and again, the ED should wait for the court's decision," the party said.

"Whatever law is relevant, we are responding. Now, a case has been filed in the (ED) court. The Enforcement Directorate should wait for the result before issuing any fresh summons," Kejriwal told reporters outside the Delhi assembly.

The previous five summons were issued on February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22.

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<h2>Summons are 'illegal and invalid', says Kejriwal&nbsp;</h2>

Earlier, while skipping the fifth summons issued by the ED, Kejriwal had called it "illegal", claiming that the agency's intention was only to arrest him and stop him from campaigning for the elections.

"All five notices sent to me (by the ED) are illegal and invalid in the eyes of the law. Whenever such general, non-specific notices were sent by the ED in the past, they were quashed and declared invalid by courts. These notices are being sent as part of a political conspiracy," Kejriwal said after skipping the fifth notice.

ED had approached Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court and lodged a complaint against Kejriwal on Feb 3 for non-compliance after he skipped the fifth summons.

The Directorate of Enforcement wants to record the Delhi chief minister's statement in the case related to issues about the formation of policy, meetings held before it was finalised, and allegations of bribery.

The case is based on an FIR which alleges that there were multiple irregularities in the formation as well as implementation of the Delhi excise policy (2021-22) by the Central Bureau of Investigation.&nbsp;

The policy was withdrawn following corruption allegations.

(With inputs from agencies)

Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal will not appear before India's Enforcement Directorate on Monday (Feb 26) after the agency issued the seventh summons to the Delhi chief minister, news agency ANI reported citing sources.

Aam Aadmi Party supremo Arvind Kejriwal will not appear before India's Enforcement Directorate on Monday (Feb 26) after the agency issued the seventh summons to the Delhi chief minister, news agency ANI reported citing sources. "The matter is in the court and the next hearing is on March 16. Instead of sending summons daily, the ED should wait for the court's decision. We will not leave the INDIA alliance. Modi government should not create pressure like this," a party source said. "They want us to break the alliance (INDIA). When ED itself has approached the court, then why can't they wait for the court's decision? The matter is in court and they sending summons repeatedly. Informally, we have got messages to break the alliance. We will not leave the INDIA alliance," Kejriwal said. #WATCH | On skipping ED Summon, Delhi CM and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal says "They want us to break the alliance (INDIA). When ED itself has approached the court, then why can't they wait for the court's decision? The matter is in court and they sending summons… pic.twitter.com/FW4tJTBcpE — ANI (@ANI) February 26, 2024 × The probe agency issued the seventh summons to Kejriwal on Feb 22 in the case related to his government's excise policy. He was asked to appear before the agency on Feb 26 for questioning related to the money laundering probe in connection with the alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22. The agency had earlier issued a sixth summons to Kejriwal on Feb 14, asking him to join the probe on Feb 19, which he skipped, as he did on the previous occasions. In a statement, the AAP reiterated that the summonses sent to Kejriwal were "illegal" and said the issue was "now in court". "The Enforcement Directorate itself approached the court. Instead of sending summons again and again, the ED should wait for the court's decision," the party said. "Whatever law is relevant, we are responding. Now, a case has been filed in the (ED) court. The Enforcement Directorate should wait for the result before issuing any fresh summons," Kejriwal told reporters outside the Delhi assembly. The previous five summons were issued on February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22. Also read: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal summoned by ED for 7th time in excise policy case Summons are 'illegal and invalid', says Kejriwal Earlier, while skipping the fifth summons issued by the ED, Kejriwal had called it "illegal", claiming that the agency's intention was only to arrest him and stop him from campaigning for the elections. "All five notices sent to me (by the ED) are illegal and invalid in the eyes of the law. Whenever such general, non-specific notices were sent by the ED in the past, they were quashed and declared invalid by courts. These notices are being sent as part of a political conspiracy," Kejriwal said after skipping the fifth notice. ED had approached Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court and lodged a complaint against Kejriwal on Feb 3 for non-compliance after he skipped the fifth summons. The Directorate of Enforcement wants to record the Delhi chief minister's statement in the case related to issues about the formation of policy, meetings held before it was finalised, and allegations of bribery. The case is based on an FIR which alleges that there were multiple irregularities in the formation as well as implementation of the Delhi excise policy (2021-22) by the Central Bureau of Investigation. The policy was withdrawn following corruption allegations. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal skips 7th ED summons, AAP says will wait for court order

India's Enforcement Directorate issued a seventh summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday (Feb 22) in the case related to his government's excise policy.

He has been asked by the probe agency to appear before it on February 26 for questioning with regards&nbsp;to the excise-policy-linked money laundering case.

The investigation is linked to the money laundering probe in connection to the alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 case.

The agency had earlier issued a sixth summons to Kejriwal on Feb 14, asking him to join the probe on Feb 19, which he skipped, as he did in the previous occasions.

The previous five summons were issued February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22, dubbing them "illegal and politically motivated".

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<h2>Summons are 'illegal and invalid', says Kejriwal&nbsp;</h2>

Earlier, while skipping the fifth summons issued by the ED, Kejriwal had called it "illegal", claiming that the agency's intention was only to arrest him and stop him from campaigning for the elections.

"All five notices sent to me (by the ED) are illegal and invalid in the eyes of the law. Whenever such general, non-specific notices were sent by the ED in the past, they were quashed and declared invalid by courts. These notices are being sent as part of a political conspiracy," Kejriwal said after skipping the fifth notice.

ED had approached Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court and lodged a complaint against Kejriwal on Feb 3 for non-compliance after he skipped the fifth summons issued.

The Directorate of Enforcement wants to record the Delhi chief minister's statement in the case related to issues about the formation of policy, meetings held before it was finalised, and allegations of bribery.

The case is based on an FIR which alleges that there were multiple irregularities in the formation as well as implementation of the Delhi excise policy (2021-22) by the Central Bureau of Investigation.&nbsp;

The policy was withdrawn following corruption allegations.

(With inputs from agencies)

India's Enforcement Directorate issued a seventh summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday (Feb 22) in the case related to his government's excise policy.

India's Enforcement Directorate issued a seventh summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday (Feb 22) in the case related to his government's excise policy. He has been asked by the probe agency to appear before it on February 26 for questioning with regards to the excise-policy-linked money laundering case. The investigation is linked to the money laundering probe in connection to the alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 case. The agency had earlier issued a sixth summons to Kejriwal on Feb 14, asking him to join the probe on Feb 19, which he skipped, as he did in the previous occasions. The previous five summons were issued February 2, January 18, January 3, November 2 and December 22, dubbing them "illegal and politically motivated". Also read: Protesting farmers in India suspend ‘Delhi Chalo’ march for two days Summons are 'illegal and invalid', says Kejriwal Earlier, while skipping the fifth summons issued by the ED, Kejriwal had called it "illegal", claiming that the agency's intention was only to arrest him and stop him from campaigning for the elections. "All five notices sent to me (by the ED) are illegal and invalid in the eyes of the law. Whenever such general, non-specific notices were sent by the ED in the past, they were quashed and declared invalid by courts. These notices are being sent as part of a political conspiracy," Kejriwal said after skipping the fifth notice. ED had approached Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court and lodged a complaint against Kejriwal on Feb 3 for non-compliance after he skipped the fifth summons issued. The Directorate of Enforcement wants to record the Delhi chief minister's statement in the case related to issues about the formation of policy, meetings held before it was finalised, and allegations of bribery. The case is based on an FIR which alleges that there were multiple irregularities in the formation as well as implementation of the Delhi excise policy (2021-22) by the Central Bureau of Investigation. The policy was withdrawn following corruption allegations. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal summoned by ED for 7th time in excise policy case

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Feb 19) said that the officers of the national capital are not willing to work due to the pressure from the BJP which has led to a "serious constitutional crisis".&nbsp;

The chief minister claimed that the proposed 'one-time settlement' scheme for redressing inflated water bills was stopped by the officers. He added that Aam Aadmi Party will start a massive protest in the national capital if the BJP does not allow the implementation of the scheme.

Speaking in the Delhi Assembly, CM Kejriwal appealed to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena to give directions for the implementation of the scheme to the officers or take action against them if they are not willing to do it.&nbsp;

Hinting at another showdown with the BJP-led Centre, Kejriwal said the Delhi government will make sure that the Delhi Jal Board's (DJB) ‘one-time settlement scheme' is implemented at all costs.

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Kejriwal accused the BJP of obstructing schemes like the 'Farishtey' scheme, DTC pensions, Mohalla Clinics, CCTVs and medicines for hospitals.&nbsp;

“Although Delhi is half a state, we feel it's not even 5 per cent a state. If Delhi were a full state, no officer would have dared to ignore orders from the chief minister or ministers. They would have been immediately suspended," Kejriwal said.

He added that a "serious constitutional crisis" has arisen in the national capital after officers&nbsp;refused to work.&nbsp;

“If they do not work, then how will the government run, can the government run even for two days? Does this suit the Central government, does it suit the BJP?" the chief minister quipped.

<h2>Kejriwal accuses BJP of 'destroying Delhi'&nbsp;</h2>

"The BJP feels happy if the people of Delhi are sad or ill. BJP people want to destroy Delhi,” he said.

The chief minister further asked Leader of Opposition Ramvir Singh Bidhuri to leave politics aside and ensure that the scheme is passed with the help of the LG.

"You will get all the credit. I will shout from the top of the Red Fort that BJP people have done this, vote for BJP people. You are doing it for votes. (I know) there is no other reason, take the votes. We don't want votes," Kejriwal said.

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Bidhuri, on the other hand, alleged that the government has not been serious about implementing the scheme.

"While a calling attention motion has been presented in the assembly on the issue, the concerned minister and DJB chairperson Atishi is not present in the House. The truth is that the government itself has no intention of settling the bills," said Bidhuri, while questioning how were the consumers sent the inflated bills in the first place.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Feb 19) said that the officers of the national capital are not willing to work due to the pressure from the BJP which has led to a "serious constitutional crisis".

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday (Feb 19) said that the officers of the national capital are not willing to work due to the pressure from the BJP which has led to a "serious constitutional crisis". The chief minister claimed that the proposed 'one-time settlement' scheme for redressing inflated water bills was stopped by the officers. He added that Aam Aadmi Party will start a massive protest in the national capital if the BJP does not allow the implementation of the scheme. Speaking in the Delhi Assembly, CM Kejriwal appealed to Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena to give directions for the implementation of the scheme to the officers or take action against them if they are not willing to do it. Hinting at another showdown with the BJP-led Centre, Kejriwal said the Delhi government will make sure that the Delhi Jal Board's (DJB) ‘one-time settlement scheme' is implemented at all costs. Also Read: Excise policy case: ED likely to summon Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal again as he skips summons for the 6th time Kejriwal accused the BJP of obstructing schemes like the 'Farishtey' scheme, DTC pensions, Mohalla Clinics, CCTVs and medicines for hospitals. “Although Delhi is half a state, we feel it's not even 5 per cent a state. If Delhi were a full state, no officer would have dared to ignore orders from the chief minister or ministers. They would have been immediately suspended," Kejriwal said. He added that a "serious constitutional crisis" has arisen in the national capital after officers refused to work. “If they do not work, then how will the government run, can the government run even for two days? Does this suit the Central government, does it suit the BJP?" the chief minister quipped. Kejriwal accuses BJP of 'destroying Delhi' "The BJP feels happy if the people of Delhi are sad or ill. BJP people want to destroy Delhi,” he said. The chief minister further asked Leader of Opposition Ramvir Singh Bidhuri to leave politics aside and ensure that the scheme is passed with the help of the LG. "You will get all the credit. I will shout from the top of the Red Fort that BJP people have done this, vote for BJP people. You are doing it for votes. (I know) there is no other reason, take the votes. We don't want votes," Kejriwal said. Watch: India: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal wins vote of confidence in Assembly Bidhuri, on the other hand, alleged that the government has not been serious about implementing the scheme. "While a calling attention motion has been presented in the assembly on the issue, the concerned minister and DJB chairperson Atishi is not present in the House. The truth is that the government itself has no intention of settling the bills," said Bidhuri, while questioning how were the consumers sent the inflated bills in the first place. (With inputs from agencies)

Arvind Kejriwal warns of protest, says 'serious constitutional crisis' in national capital

The Enforcement Directorate is expected to issue fresh summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for questioning in the excise policy-linked money laundering case, official sources said on Monday.

The ED sources claimed that a local court has prima facie held Kejriwal guilty of “disobeying” the earlier notices issued to him in this case, warranting the seventh summons.

Kejriwal, 55, refused to depose before the federal agency for the sixth time on Monday with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) saying the ED should wait for the court’s decision instead of repeatedly sending summonses to the CM, also the party’s national convenor.

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A Delhi court on February 17 had granted an exemption to Kejriwal from personal appearance for the day in connection with the complaint filed by the central agency for disobeying its summons in the excise policy-linked money laundering case.

The court posted the matter for March 16 and Kejriwal’s counsel assured the court of his physical appearance that day.

The ED sources said the agency had filed a complaint before this court under section 174 of IPC against Kejriwal for “intentionally disobeying” the first three summons issued to him in this case.

The court has taken cognisance of the same and prima facie accepted that Kejriwal committed an offence for which he is liable to be prosecuted, the sources claimed.

The court had said that from the contents of the complaint and the material placed on record (by the ED), a prima facie offence under Section 174 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) is made out and there are sufficient grounds for proceeding against the accused (Kejriwal).

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The question in front of the court is not about the validity of the summons but rather the illegal act on the part of Kejriwal of intentionally disobeying the said three summons, the sources said.

Hence, the ED is not wrong in issuing him a summons despite the court matter listed for March 16, they said.

The agency has said that the accused were in touch with him regarding the preparation of the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22. AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh apart from communications in-charge of the party Vijay Nair have been arrested in this case by the ED till now.

The ED had claimed in its charge sheet that the AAP used “proceeds of crime” to the tune of about Rs 45 crore in its Goa election campaign.

The agency is also expected to file a fresh supplementary charge sheet in the case and may name the AAP as a “beneficiary” of the alleged kickbacks that were generated through the excise policy.

It is alleged that the Delhi government’s excise policy for 2021-22 to grant licences to liquor traders allowed cartelisation and favoured certain dealers who had allegedly paid bribes for it, a charge repeatedly refuted by the AAP.

The policy was subsequently scrapped and Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena recommended a CBI probe, following which the ED registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

The Enforcement Directorate is expected to issue fresh summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for questioning in the excise policy-linked money laundering case, official sources said on Monday.

The Enforcement Directorate is expected to issue fresh summons to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for questioning in the excise policy-linked money laundering case, official sources said on Monday. The ED sources claimed that a local court has prima facie held Kejriwal guilty of “disobeying” the earlier notices issued to him in this case, warranting the seventh summons. Kejriwal, 55, refused to depose before the federal agency for the sixth time on Monday with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) saying the ED should wait for the court’s decision instead of repeatedly sending summonses to the CM, also the party’s national convenor. Also read | Chandigarh mayor polls row: SC denies fresh elections but here’s why AAP’s troubles are far from over A Delhi court on February 17 had granted an exemption to Kejriwal from personal appearance for the day in connection with the complaint filed by the central agency for disobeying its summons in the excise policy-linked money laundering case. The court posted the matter for March 16 and Kejriwal’s counsel assured the court of his physical appearance that day. The ED sources said the agency had filed a complaint before this court under section 174 of IPC against Kejriwal for “intentionally disobeying” the first three summons issued to him in this case. The court has taken cognisance of the same and prima facie accepted that Kejriwal committed an offence for which he is liable to be prosecuted, the sources claimed. The court had said that from the contents of the complaint and the material placed on record (by the ED), a prima facie offence under Section 174 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) is made out and there are sufficient grounds for proceeding against the accused (Kejriwal). Also read | Sandeshkhali violence: India's top court rejects PIL seeking court-monitored probe The question in front of the court is not about the validity of the summons but rather the illegal act on the part of Kejriwal of intentionally disobeying the said three summons, the sources said. Hence, the ED is not wrong in issuing him a summons despite the court matter listed for March 16, they said. The agency has said that the accused were in touch with him regarding the preparation of the now-scrapped Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22. AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh apart from communications in-charge of the party Vijay Nair have been arrested in this case by the ED till now. The ED had claimed in its charge sheet that the AAP used “proceeds of crime” to the tune of about Rs 45 crore in its Goa election campaign. The agency is also expected to file a fresh supplementary charge sheet in the case and may name the AAP as a “beneficiary” of the alleged kickbacks that were generated through the excise policy. It is alleged that the Delhi government’s excise policy for 2021-22 to grant licences to liquor traders allowed cartelisation and favoured certain dealers who had allegedly paid bribes for it, a charge repeatedly refuted by the AAP. The policy was subsequently scrapped and Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena recommended a CBI probe, following which the ED registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Excise policy case: ED likely to summon Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal again as he skips notice for the 6th time

The Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government succeeded in passing a trust vote during the Budget session in the Delhi Assembly on Saturday. Out of the 62 AAP MLAs, 54 were present for the voting. Kejriwal affirmed that there were no defections within the AAP, clarifying that two MLAs were in jail, while others were either unwell or out of town.

Simultaneously, Arvind Kejriwal appeared before a Delhi court via video conferencing in response to five earlier summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) regarding the liquor policy case on Saturday (Feb 17). The court, stressing on&nbsp;Kejriwal's legal obligation to comply, adjourned the hearing to March 16.

<h2>ED's allegations and Kejriwal's defiance</h2>

The ED has accused the Delhi chief minister of deliberately evading summons and providing "lame excuses," asserting that his non-compliance sets a negative precedent for the public.

Kejriwal's motion for a trust vote coincides with the ED's upcoming sixth summon&nbsp;on February 19, amidst AAP's persistent claims of illegal summons&nbsp;and alleged arrest threats.

Ahead of the confidence vote, Kejriwal alleged BJP's attempts to coerce AAP MLAs into defection, citing instances where BJP members purportedly approached MLAs with arrest threats against the chief minister and offers of monetary inducement to switch parties.

Kejriwal aims to use the trust vote to put forth AAP's unity and deter defections. With AAP having 62 MLAs in the 70-member Assembly and BJP eight, Kejriwal seeks to solidify his party's position amidst growing political tensions.

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During his speech in the legislative assembly, the Chief Minister of Delhi highlighted that the AAP stands as the primary opposition to the BJP, hence facing criticism from various quarters.

“The way they (BJP) have attacked the AAP and arrested our ministers; people across the country are aware of this. They think that people are fool, but they are not. Now discussions are being held in parks and people are asking 'does PM Modi want to crush Arvind Kejriwal'? Even children are asking this question because they have arrested so many of our ministers,” Arvind Kejriwal said.

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He further accused the BJP of impeding the functioning of his administration by seizing authority over the services department and the bureaucracy.

"They claim to be Ram bhakt but they stopped medicines for the poor people in our hospitals. Did Lord Ram ask for stopping medicines for the poor people?" PTI quoted Kejriwal as saying.

<h2>Implications of the liquor policy case</h2>

The ongoing legal battle involving allegations of corruption in the liquor policy implicates both the AAP and the BJP.

The ED alleges kickbacks and money laundering, while the&nbsp;BJP claims AAP used illicit funds for political campaigns. This has&nbsp;further escalated&nbsp;tensions between the two parties.

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The Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government succeeded in passing a trust vote during the Budget session in the Delhi Assembly on Saturday. Out of the 62 AAP MLAs, 54 were present for the voting.

The Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government succeeded in passing a trust vote during the Budget session in the Delhi Assembly on Saturday. Out of the 62 AAP MLAs, 54 were present for the voting. Kejriwal affirmed that there were no defections within the AAP, clarifying that two MLAs were in jail, while others were either unwell or out of town. Simultaneously, Arvind Kejriwal appeared before a Delhi court via video conferencing in response to five earlier summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) regarding the liquor policy case on Saturday (Feb 17). The court, stressing on Kejriwal's legal obligation to comply, adjourned the hearing to March 16. ED's allegations and Kejriwal's defiance The ED has accused the Delhi chief minister of deliberately evading summons and providing "lame excuses," asserting that his non-compliance sets a negative precedent for the public. Kejriwal's motion for a trust vote coincides with the ED's upcoming sixth summon on February 19, amidst AAP's persistent claims of illegal summons and alleged arrest threats. Ahead of the confidence vote, Kejriwal alleged BJP's attempts to coerce AAP MLAs into defection, citing instances where BJP members purportedly approached MLAs with arrest threats against the chief minister and offers of monetary inducement to switch parties. Kejriwal aims to use the trust vote to put forth AAP's unity and deter defections. With AAP having 62 MLAs in the 70-member Assembly and BJP eight, Kejriwal seeks to solidify his party's position amidst growing political tensions. VIDEO | "On contacting our MLAs, we found out that they tried to poach seven of our legislators. These MLAs today said in the House that they approached (by the BJP). Like Rajesh Gupta said, they (BJP) want us to show a proof. How can we show a proof? A person doesn't carry tape… pic.twitter.com/inXHbPiChF — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 17, 2024 × Also read | India: S Jaishankar meets Canadian FM, Blinken in Munich to discuss bilateral ties During his speech in the legislative assembly, the Chief Minister of Delhi highlighted that the AAP stands as the primary opposition to the BJP, hence facing criticism from various quarters. “The way they (BJP) have attacked the AAP and arrested our ministers; people across the country are aware of this. They think that people are fool, but they are not. Now discussions are being held in parks and people are asking 'does PM Modi want to crush Arvind Kejriwal'? Even children are asking this question because they have arrested so many of our ministers,” Arvind Kejriwal said. He further accused the BJP of impeding the functioning of his administration by seizing authority over the services department and the bureaucracy. "They claim to be Ram bhakt but they stopped medicines for the poor people in our hospitals. Did Lord Ram ask for stopping medicines for the poor people?" PTI quoted Kejriwal as saying. Implications of the liquor policy case The ongoing legal battle involving allegations of corruption in the liquor policy implicates both the AAP and the BJP. The ED alleges kickbacks and money laundering, while the BJP claims AAP used illicit funds for political campaigns. This has further escalated tensions between the two parties. Also watch | India: INSAT-3DS to lift off from Sriharikota (With inputs from agencies)

India: Arvind Kejriwal's AAP govt secures trust vote in Delhi assembly with backing of 54 MLAs

Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal has won the vote of confidence. The Delhi assembly passed the vote almost unanimously. Now the vote of confidence went through with the support of 54 Aam Aadmi party MLAs in the house out of the party 62 members. Kejriwal had filed a motion alleging a conspiracy to destabilize his government. The confidence motion comes amid Kejriwal's skipping repeated summons by India's corruption watchdog in connection with the alleged liquor policy scam.

India: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal wins vote of confidence in Assembly

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal, in a significant blow to the opposition INDIA bloc, on Saturday (Feb 10) made an announcement stating that his party will contest all 14 Lok Sabha seats alone in Punjab as well as Chandigarh.

Further indicating that there will be no alliance with the Congress in the state, the Delhi chief minister said that his party will announce candidates for all 14 seats in the coming 10-15 days.

"I would like to seek your blessings on one more thing. In the next two months, the Lok Sabha elections are scheduled. In this election, Punjab has 13 seats and one in Chandigarh. In total, there are 14 seats. In the next 10-15 days, the Aam Aadmi Party will announce candidates for all the 14 seats. Just like you had supported us two years back, I would like to seek your blessings to let Aam Aadmi Party win in all 14 seats by pressing on the 'broom'," Kejriwal said urging the people to vote for his party in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.

He then while launching the Ghar Ghar Ration Scheme in Punjab's Amloh, said that, "Two years back, you gave us blessings. You gave 92 out of 117 seats to us (in Assembly elections), you created history in Punjab."&nbsp; 
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While drawing people's attention to AAP's election symbol, Kejriwal said that the voters must "sweep Punjab" with full force.

"We have to sweep all the 14 seats with an overwhelming majority and let Aam Aadmi Party secure victory. All of us need to sweep with full force," the Delhi CM said.

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Kejriwal's announcement comes days after Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said that his party would contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections solo.

Mann in January had said that there would be no alliance with the Congress for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

"In the 2024 Lok Sabha election, AAP will get 13 seats (in Punjab)," Mann had said during a presser.

Earlier, AAP had also announced to go solo in Haryana in the Lok Sabha elections.

(With inputs from agencies)

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal, in a significant blow to the opposition INDIA bloc, on Saturday (Feb 10) made an announcement stating that his party will contest all 14 Lok Sabha seats alone in Punjab as well as Chandigarh.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal, in a significant blow to the opposition INDIA bloc, on Saturday (Feb 10) made an announcement stating that his party will contest all 14 Lok Sabha seats alone in Punjab as well as Chandigarh. Further indicating that there will be no alliance with the Congress in the state, the Delhi chief minister said that his party will announce candidates for all 14 seats in the coming 10-15 days. "I would like to seek your blessings on one more thing. In the next two months, the Lok Sabha elections are scheduled. In this election, Punjab has 13 seats and one in Chandigarh. In total, there are 14 seats. In the next 10-15 days, the Aam Aadmi Party will announce candidates for all the 14 seats. Just like you had supported us two years back, I would like to seek your blessings to let Aam Aadmi Party win in all 14 seats by pressing on the 'broom'," Kejriwal said urging the people to vote for his party in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. He then while launching the Ghar Ghar Ration Scheme in Punjab's Amloh, said that, "Two years back, you gave us blessings. You gave 92 out of 117 seats to us (in Assembly elections), you created history in Punjab." While drawing people's attention to AAP's election symbol, Kejriwal said that the voters must "sweep Punjab" with full force. "We have to sweep all the 14 seats with an overwhelming majority and let Aam Aadmi Party secure victory. All of us need to sweep with full force," the Delhi CM said. Also read: India: Lok Sabha discusses Ram Temple, BJP MP says 'Ram is everywhere' Kejriwal's announcement comes days after Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann said that his party would contest the upcoming Lok Sabha elections solo. Mann in January had said that there would be no alliance with the Congress for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. "In the 2024 Lok Sabha election, AAP will get 13 seats (in Punjab)," Mann had said during a presser. Earlier, AAP had also announced to go solo in Haryana in the Lok Sabha elections. (With inputs from agencies)

Lok Sabha polls 2024: AAP ditches INDIA bloc in Punjab and Chandigarh

Arvind Kejriwal, chief minister of Delhi, was ordered on Wednesday (Feb 7) to appear before it on February 17. This comes after a complaint filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo for missing five consecutive summons in a case linked to a now-scrapped liquor excise policy case.

The central probe agency filed a second charge against Kejriwal on February 3 for failing to comply with its summons. It maintained that the Delhi CM is a public servant who cannot disobey government directions.&nbsp;

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On the same day, Kejriwal had snubbed ED's fifth call, and before that, he had not responded to notices issued on January 31, January 19, December 21, and November 2.&nbsp;

Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Divya Malhotra said, "Cognisance of the complaint has been taken, and a summons is being issued to him to appear on February 17."&nbsp;

The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021. It was, however, scrapped at the end of September 2022 amid allegations of corruption.&nbsp;

According to the investigating agencies, the profit margins of wholesalers were increased from 5 per cent to 12 per cent under the new policy.&nbsp;

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The agencies have alleged that the new policy resulted in cartelisation and those ineligible for liquor licences were favoured for monetary benefits.&nbsp;

However, the Delhi government has&nbsp;denied any wrongdoing and said the new policy would have led to an increase in Delhi's revenue share.&nbsp;

AAP has often slammed the ongoing probe, claiming that ED's actions are "politically motivated".The party has also complained that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "sole aim... is to arrest Arvind Kejriwal and topple the Delhi government".&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Arvind Kejriwal, chief minister of Delhi, was ordered on Wednesday (Feb 7) to appear before it on February 17. This comes after a complaint filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo for missing five consecutive summons in a case linked to a now-scrapped liquor excise policy case.

Arvind Kejriwal, chief minister of Delhi, was ordered on Wednesday (Feb 7) to appear before it on February 17. This comes after a complaint filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo for missing five consecutive summons in a case linked to a now-scrapped liquor excise policy case. The central probe agency filed a second charge against Kejriwal on February 3 for failing to comply with its summons. It maintained that the Delhi CM is a public servant who cannot disobey government directions. Also read: I pray that you keep 40 seats with you: PM Modi’s jibe at Congress On the same day, Kejriwal had snubbed ED's fifth call, and before that, he had not responded to notices issued on January 31, January 19, December 21, and November 2. Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Divya Malhotra said, "Cognisance of the complaint has been taken, and a summons is being issued to him to appear on February 17." The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021. It was, however, scrapped at the end of September 2022 amid allegations of corruption. According to the investigating agencies, the profit margins of wholesalers were increased from 5 per cent to 12 per cent under the new policy. Also read: Cong orchestrating north-south divide, gave our land to enemies: PM Modi in Rajya Sabha The agencies have alleged that the new policy resulted in cartelisation and those ineligible for liquor licences were favoured for monetary benefits. However, the Delhi government has denied any wrongdoing and said the new policy would have led to an increase in Delhi's revenue share. AAP has often slammed the ongoing probe, claiming that ED's actions are "politically motivated".The party has also complained that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "sole aim... is to arrest Arvind Kejriwal and topple the Delhi government". (With inputs from agencies)

India: Delhi Court summons CM Arvind Kejriwal after central probe agency ED's complaint

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday (Feb 6) continued its raids on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders and related affiliates in connection with the alleged money laundering cases. ED reportedly raided the residences&nbsp;of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's Personal Secretary Bibhav Kumar,&nbsp;Rajya Sabha MP ND Gupta and former&nbsp;Delhi Jal Board member Shalabh Kumar.&nbsp;

As the raids were underway, AAP senior leader Atishi held a press conference. Atishi said the majority of the statements collected against AAP leaders in the Delhi excise policy case had been done so through intimidation by the ED officials.&nbsp;

Atishi also alleged that the ED officials did not audio or video record the statements, breaking the protocol.&nbsp;

"How shall we know that the statements provided by the ED are accurate and true? In 2020 the Supreme Court had passed an order that all investigating agencies must carry out their interrogation under a CCTV camera," she told reporters.&nbsp;

AAP said it had applied at the ED and CBI special court to produce the witness statements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

"We have applied at the ED and CBI special court in Rouse Avenue that the ED produce the audio and videos of the interrogations it has conducted in the last 1.5 years. I challenge the ED to bring this evidence forward before the nation," said Atishi, concluding her 'expose' press conference.&nbsp;

While Kejriwal's aides are being raided, the AAP national convener has skipped as many as five summons from the central probe agency to join for questioning.&nbsp;

There were rumours last month that Kejriwal might be arrested as the ED wanted to raid his home. His party has alleged that the ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) was using such tactics ahead of the general election to fold the opposition.&nbsp;

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<h2>What is the excise policy scam?</h2>

The AAP government brought in the excise policy to revolutionise the sale of liquor in Delhi by bringing in more private players. The rationale given was that the new policy would help generate optimum revenue while eradicating bootlegging and the sale of spurious liquor.

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However, corruption in the distribution of permits, bribery and fraud in the funnelling of tender amounts meant that the initiative collapsed within a year.&nbsp;

It has been alleged that AAP leaders formulated the policy at the peak of the pandemic to create illegal channels of funding. Former Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia has been languishing behind bars for over a year in connection to the case.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday (Feb 6) continued its raids on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders and related affiliates in connection with the alleged money laundering cases.

The Enforcement Directorate on Tuesday (Feb 6) continued its raids on Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders and related affiliates in connection with the alleged money laundering cases. ED reportedly raided the residences of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's Personal Secretary Bibhav Kumar, Rajya Sabha MP ND Gupta and former Delhi Jal Board member Shalabh Kumar. As the raids were underway, AAP senior leader Atishi held a press conference. Atishi said the majority of the statements collected against AAP leaders in the Delhi excise policy case had been done so through intimidation by the ED officials. Atishi also alleged that the ED officials did not audio or video record the statements, breaking the protocol. "How shall we know that the statements provided by the ED are accurate and true? In 2020 the Supreme Court had passed an order that all investigating agencies must carry out their interrogation under a CCTV camera," she told reporters. AAP said it had applied at the ED and CBI special court to produce the witness statements. "We have applied at the ED and CBI special court in Rouse Avenue that the ED produce the audio and videos of the interrogations it has conducted in the last 1.5 years. I challenge the ED to bring this evidence forward before the nation," said Atishi, concluding her 'expose' press conference. While Kejriwal's aides are being raided, the AAP national convener has skipped as many as five summons from the central probe agency to join for questioning. There were rumours last month that Kejriwal might be arrested as the ED wanted to raid his home. His party has alleged that the ruling Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) was using such tactics ahead of the general election to fold the opposition. Watch | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal excise policy scam investigation; ED conducts raids × What is the excise policy scam? The AAP government brought in the excise policy to revolutionise the sale of liquor in Delhi by bringing in more private players. The rationale given was that the new policy would help generate optimum revenue while eradicating bootlegging and the sale of spurious liquor. Read more: India: Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia arrested by CBI in liquor policy graft case However, corruption in the distribution of permits, bribery and fraud in the funnelling of tender amounts meant that the initiative collapsed within a year. It has been alleged that AAP leaders formulated the policy at the peak of the pandemic to create illegal channels of funding. Former Delhi deputy CM Manish Sisodia has been languishing behind bars for over a year in connection to the case. (With inputs from agencies)

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