INX Media case: Delhi High Court seeks CBI response on P Chidambaram plea to defer arguments on charge

The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the CBI on a petition filed by P Chidambaram and his son, Karti Chidambaram, seeking to defer arguments on charges in the INX Media case. The petitioners argue that charges should not be framed while further investigation is ongoing. The CBI court had dismissed their plea, prompting them to approach the High Court. Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri has asked the CBI to file a short response and posted the case for further consideration on November 28. The case involves allegations that Chidambaram misused his official position to grant Foreign Investment Promotion Board approval to INX Media for illegal gratification. The CBI registered an FIR in 2017, and the chargesheet was filed in 2019. The High Court’s decision will impact the timeline and proceedings of this high-profile case involving corruption and money laundering charges.