The Supreme Court has dismissed the bail applications of AAP leader Manish Sisodia, related to the Delhi liquor policy scam cases by the CBI and ED. The court has permitted Sisodia to renew his bail requests once the ED and CBI submit their final prosecution complaint and charge sheet.
Former Deputy CM of Delhi, Manish Sisodia's bail plea in the alleged liquor policy scam is scheduled for a Supreme Court hearing on June 4. Previously, the Delhi High Court dismissed his bail in related money laundering and corruption cases by the ED and CBI. Sisodia was first arrested on February 26, 2023, over allegations tied to Delhi’s liquor policy reforms.
During the first auction (26-31 May), Haryana's excise department auctioned 731 out of 1,197 liquor zones. With a set revenue goal of Rs 13,000 crore, the state anticipates further success in the upcoming second auction round.
Arvind Kejriwal, facing a money laundering case, has sought regular bail. The Supreme Court, noting the general elections, granted him interim bail until June 1st and directed his return to jail on June 2nd. His request for an extension for medical checks was declined. The Supreme Court is yet to announce its decision on his challenge against the arrest and remand.
Haryana initiates e-auction for liquor outlets in eight districts, with the process wrapping up by May 28. Concurrently, a new excise policy raising duties has been approved, effective from June 12, aligning with ongoing Lok Sabha elections.
Kerala introduces draft guidelines for alcohol sale at tourist spots: Restaurants can obtain a three-month license for Rs 1 lakh to serve beer and wine, while three-star hotels can offer fresh toddy. The guidelines also allow for the production of wine from local fruits, independent of state corporation sales
Following a deadly crash by a 17-year-old, a Maharashtra court orders bars to set liquor limits; three restaurant managers arrested for serving minors
AIWPA President Jagdish Holkar calls for a consistent national tax structure for wine to simplify inter-state sales and support wineries. Current disparate state taxes up to 100% of wine prices limit market growth and regional distribution
In a landmark legal move, the Enforcement Directorate names the Aam Aadmi Party and Arvind Kejriwal in a chargesheet for the liquor policy scam. This marks the first time a political party and Delhi's sitting Chief Minister have been accused, with other senior AAP leaders also implicated
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