2g Spectrum Scam Verdict

Delhi HC admits CBI's appeal challenging acquittals in 2G scam case

The Delhi High Court Friday admitted a CBI appeal against the acquittal of former telecom minister A Raja and 16 others in the 2G spectrum allocation scam case, paving the way for hearing in the matter six years after the plea was filed by the agency. Admitting the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) appeal, the high court said there are "some contradictions" in the trial court's judgment which require "deeper examination". It granted the CBI "leave to appeal", saying the probe agency has made out arguable points. "Leave to appeal" is a formal permission granted by a court to a party to challenge a decision in a higher court. "The court on the basis of material on record, and after going through the sworn testimonies, material on record, impugned judgment and the submissions made at bar by both the parties has reached on an objective satisfaction that there is a prima facie case which requires deeper examination and re-appreciation/re-appraisal of entire evidence," Justice Dinesh