CBI vs Amanatullah Khan and 12 others — Delhi Waqf Board irregularities case

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1. 3 Nov 2026News

   Waqf board irregularities: Delhi High Court defers verdict in case against AAP leader Amanatullah Khan

   New Delhi: A Delhi court on Tuesday deferred till November 28 its verdict in the CBI's case against AAP leader Amanatullah Khan relating to alleged irregularities in staff recruitment and leasing of assets by the Delhi Waqf Board during his chairmanship. Special Judge Dig Vinay Singh deferred the pronouncement of judgement. The final arguments had been concluded on October 17. SC posts pleas challenging validity of Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025 to January 21 next year The CBI has named Khan, former Delhi Waqf Board CEO Mehboob Alam, and 11 others as accused in this case. Khan is accused of misusing his position while he was chairman of the Delhi Waqf Board and illegally recruiting his close associates and relatives.

   Deccan Herald

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A judge delayed the final court decision in a case regarding the Delhi Waqf Board.

   Who:

   The court is led by Special Judge Dig Vinay Singh. The accused are AAP leader Amanatullah Khan, former CEO Mehboob Alam, and eleven others. The agency involved is the CBI.

   When:

   Reported on 3 Nov 2026.

   Where:

   A Delhi court.

   Why:

   The judge did not give a reason for delaying the judgment after finishing the final arguments.

   What it means:

   The court will now announce its verdict on the set date in November.

2. 3 Nov 2026News

   Waqf board irregularities: Court defers verdict in case against AAP leader Amanatullah Khan

   A Delhi court has postponed the verdict in the CBI case involving AAP leader Amanatullah Khan. The case concerns alleged irregularities related to recruitment and leasing by the Delhi Waqf Board. Final arguments were completed on October 17 before the judge decided on a new date. Khan and several others have been named as accused in this matter. The new verdict date is set for November 28.

   The Economic Times

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   A court delayed its final decision in a legal case.

   Who:

   Amanatullah Khan is the accused, the Central Bureau of Investigation is the prosecuting agency, and a Delhi court is the judge.

   When:

   Reported on 3 Nov 2026.

   Where:

   Delhi.

   Why:

   The court reached this stage after hearing the final arguments presented by both sides.

   What it means:

   The court will announce its verdict on a new date instead of the previous one.