Punjab & Haryana HC clamps down on ED’s powers, says no arrests under PMLA without scheduled offence
In July, ED arrested Congress MLA Surender Panwar on charges of illegal mining & EPA violations. The HC quashed his arrest Monday, saying these are not scheduled offences under PMLA. Key Points
ThePrintNew model boosts diagnosis accuracy for cardiac arrest treatment
Timely intervention not only improves the chances of recovery but also minimises the risk of severe complications. Japanese researchers have developed a new... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaBJP jittery ahead of LS polls: Political parties on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest
Kejriwal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in an excise policy-linked money laundering case on Thursday evening, officials said. Reacting to the development, Communist Party of India (Marxist) general secretary Sitaram Yechury claimed that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are in panic over their impending rejection by people in the Lok Sabha polls. Key Points
Economic TimesWill K Kavitha's arrest revive BRS in Telangana, or help BJP?
BRS MLC K Kavitha's arrest triggers political uproar, with her brother KT Rama Rao challenging the Enforcement Directorate. Despite Congress calling it BJP-BRS ploy, BJP denies vendetta politics. Kavitha's arrest, coinciding with PM Modi's visit, stirs speculation ahead of Lok Sabha polls. Political strategists anticipate impact on BRS and BJP dynamics. Key Points
Economic TimesUKSSSC recruitment scam: Man carrying reward of ₹ 50,000 arrested from Aligarh
Kashan Khan of Firozabad district is the 47th accused to have been arrested in the UKSSSC recruitment scam. Police efforts are on to nab other accused. | Education News Key Points
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Journalist arrested while reporting in Sandeshkhali, sent to 3 days police custody
Republic TV Bangla's Santu Pan arrested based on woman's complaint that 2 reporters from channel barged into her house & started recording. NHRC seeks report from DGP, DIG (investigation). Key Points
ThePrintBombay HC says arrest of Chanda Kochhar, her husband in ICICI Bank-Videocon loan case illegal
India Business News: The Bombay High Court has declared the arrest of Chanda Kochhar and her husband in the ICICI Bank-Videocon loan case as illegal. The court confirmed their bail and criticized the CBI for the casual and mechanical manner of the arrest. Find out more about the case and the allegations against ICICI Bank and Videocon. Key Points
Times Of IndiaFour months after experiencing cardiac arrest, LeBron James' son Bronny plays basketball for USC
LeBron James' son Bronny James returned to the basketball court four months after he was diagnosed with cardiac arrest. One day during a team practice in July he experienced cardiac arrest. Key Points
Economic TimesCan ED arrest you without giving written grounds of arrest under PMLA? Here's what Supreme Court says
The recent Supreme Court order on the arrests made by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA) has led to a debate in the legal community. In the judgement, the Supreme Court held that such oral communication of the grounds of arrest is not sufficient compliance. Key Points
Economic TimesCase bogus, not a penny came from China: NewsClick boss Prabir Purkayastha tells Del HC
Prabir Purkayastha, the founder of NewsClick, has told the Delhi High Court that the allegations against him of receiving money to spread pro-China propaganda are false. Purkayastha and Amit Chakravarty, head of the news portal's human resources department, were arrested under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The court has reserved its order on the pleas challenging their arrest and subsequent police remand. Key Points
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Be transparent, not vindictive in probes: SC to ED
The Supreme Court ruled that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) must provide a copy of the grounds of arrest to accused in money laundering cases, instead of just verbal information, in order to protect their constitutional rights. The judgment criticized the ED's "style of functioning" and emphasized the importance of maintaining fairness and probity. The ruling came as the court ordered the immediate release of arrested directors of real estate group M3M in a money laundering case. The judgment is in contrast to a previous ruling that denied accused persons a copy of the Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR). | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesSulabh International founder Bindeshwar Pathak dies after suffering cardiac arrest
An aide said that Pathak hoisted the national flag in the morning on the occasion of Independence Day and collapsed soon after that. He was rushed to AIIMS Delhi. A source at the hospital said Pathak was declared brought dead at 1.42 pm. Key Points
Economic TimesImran Khan's party leadership prepares 'peaceful' protests in case he is arrested
Imran Khan's political party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), is formulating a "peaceful" protest plan in case Khan is arrested in the next two weeks. Earlier, Khan's arrest inside the Islamabad High Court had led to widespread violence in Pakistan on May 9. Key Points
India TodayTamil Nadu BJP state secretary SG Suryah arrested in Madurai; K Annamalai calls it 'anti-democratic trend'
Tamil Nadu BJP secretary SG Suryah was arrested early on Saturday morning in Madurai. The reasons for his arrest are unclear. Key Points
India TodayNo supportive evidence to arrest WFI president Brij Bhushan, say Delhi Police sources
According to top sources, Delhi police will be filing its final report on the matter within 15 days. Within 15 days we will be filing our report in the court. It could be in the form of a charge sheet or final report, Delhi police sources said. Key Points
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Can CBI arrest a sitting CM? Rules, procedures and immunity to chief ministers – EXPLAINED
J. Jayalalitha was the first sitting chief minister of the country to demit office and be arrested in connection with the disproportionate assets case. In the eyes of the law, every Indian citizen is an ordinary person. Key Points
FinancialexpressWomen are more likely to experience long-term anxiety after cardiac arrest than men
Between 2016 and 2021, the study enrolled 245 patients who had a cardiac arrest in the community and were admitted to hospital in a coma. Some 18% of participants were women. Key Points
FinancialexpressCaught at slip but not out: How former Pakistan PM Imran Khan evaded arrest again
Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan’s supporters gathered outside his Lahore home to resist attempts to place him under arrest. As they clashed with police, they have bought the cricketer-turned-politician some much-needed time. Key Points
India TodayFor 2024 polls, AAP to leverage ‘public anger’ on Sisodia arrest
AAP is now planning a pan-country signature campaign. The letter will be addressed to the PM and will say that Sisodia and Jain have been arrested as part of “BJP and Modi’s political conspiracy”. Key Points
The Indian Express‘Clandestine, vindictive’: What SC said in scathing order on ED arrest of realty firm M3M’s promoters
Basant & Pankaj Bansal were arrested under Prevention of Money Laundering Act on 14 June 2023. Their arrest was quashed by the Supreme Court this week. Key Points
ThePrintElon Musk is using Bronny James' cardiac arrest to baselessly spout anti-vaccine talking points
Bronny James went into cardiac arrest and is now in stable condition. Elon Musk, unprompted, brought up vaccines on Twitter after hearing the news. Key Points
InsiderTamil Nadu Congress chief defends BJP functionary’s arrest, questions BJP leaders’ support to him
Tamil Nadu Congress committee president K.S. Alagiri on June 18 defended the arrest of BJP functionary S.G. Suryah for posting a tweet allegedly “defaming” Madurai’s CPI(M) MP Su. Venkatesan for the death of a sanitary worker. He also criticised the Enforcement Directorate for the arrest of V. Senthilbalaji in an alleged money laundering case. Key Points
The HinduBalochistan High Court suspends non-bailable arrest warrant against former Pak PM Imran Khan
The judicial magistrate had ordered the police to arrest Mr. Khan, 70, and present him before the court. Key Points
The HinduAAP continues protest against arrest of CM Arvind Kejriwal, 'resolve to not celebrate Holi'
AAP leader Atishi says they'll not play Holi, appeals to countrymen to join them in 'fight against cruelty & evil'. Kejriwal was arrested in connection with Delhi Excise Policy case. Key Points
ThePrintPakistan court issues non-bailable arrest warrants for Imran Khan in woman judge threat case
Former prime minister Imran Khan has been issued non-bailable arrest warrants following alleged threats against a woman judge in Islamabad. His counsel had requested he not appear in person at the hearing and then attempted to arrange for an appearance by 30 March, which was opposed by the prosecution. Khan had until 29 March to attend court, but failed to do so. Khan faces numerous cases since his ousting in 2017, though he has not yet been arrested. Key Points
Economic TimesWhy some young athletes experience cardiac arrest
Bronny James suffered cardiac arrest, which is different from a heart attack and hard to spot in young athletes. Basketball players face higher risk. Key Points
InsiderI will be back soon : Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita reads his message, written in ED custody
In a video message on X (formerly Twitter), Sunita, quoting Delhi CM said, My dear countrymen I have been arrested. Whether I am inside the jail or not, I will continue to serve the country. My entire life is dedicated to the country. I have struggled a lot in my life, and I know that this will continue. Therefore, this arrest has not surprised me. Key Points
Economic TimesSheikh Shahjahan set off an ED vs Bengal police battle. But TMC vs BJP will decide his fate
Sheikh Shahjahan's escape from Sandeshkhali following an attack on ED officials ignited a TMC vs BJP war. Now his arrest, nearly two months later, has set off a custody battle. Key Points
ThePrintED has no authority to subject any person to custodial interrogation, argues counsel for Senthilbalaji’s wife
Appearing before the Madras High Court for arrested Minister V. Senthilbalaji’s wife Megala, Senior counsel N.R. Elango questioned the authority of Directorate of Enforcement (ED) to insist upon custodial interrogation of her husband. He contended the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) of 2002 does not confer the powers of a Station House Officer (officer in-charge of a police station) on any official of the ED and therefore the latter cannot seek custody of an arrested person. Key Points
The Hindu'Black day for democracy': AAP on Manish Sisodia's arrest in Delhi liquor case
In a tweet, the AAP said, "Black day for democracy. BJP's CBI arrested the world's best education minister @msisodia in a fake case, who is shaping the future of lakhs of children. BJP has made this arrest due to political rivalry. | Latest News India Key Points
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Devilish Power...systematic effort to subvert Indian democracy: Opposition parties attack BJP over Arvin
Reactions started pouring in soon after Delhi Chief Minister and AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal was arrested by the ED. Taking to social media, Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi hit out at the arrest of the Delhi Chief Minister and called it a 'devilish power.' Key Points
Economic TimesNo relief for Kejriwal: Delhi HC refuses to interfere with Delhi CM's ED arrest, next hearing set for Apri
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma has set the next date for the hearing on April 3, with the central agency required to file a response the day before. The Justice said that the ED has to be granted an opportunity to file a reply, as an opportunity for effective representation. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia summons US diplomat over state dept remarks on Kejriwal's arrest
Arvind Kejriwal Excise Policy Case: India has summoned US diplomat to protest against a US state department official's remarks on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest. US official's comments on fair trial for Kejriwal raised concerns. Key Points
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