Underworld don Chhota Rajan was on Thursday sent to judicial custody in connection with journalist Jyotirmoy Dey's murder case.
Rajan, who is wanted in 71 cases in Maharashtra, was produced before a special MCOCA Court via video conferencing today.
He has asked for some time from the court to engage a lawyer for himself.
A Delhi Court had earlier allowed the CBI to conduct hearing against Rajan via video conferencing, observing that the underworld don has serious threat to his life.
In November last year, Rajan was brought to New Delhi in a special aircraft after being deported from Indonesia.
In a surprise move, the Maharashtra Government had earlier transferred all cases related to the gangster to the CBI.
You’ve reached your limit of {{free_limit}} free articles this month.
Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Already subscribed? Log in
Subscribe to read the full story →
Smart Quarterly
₹900
3 Months
₹300/Month
Smart Essential
₹2,700
1 Year
₹225/Month
Super Saver
₹3,900
2 Years
₹162/Month
Renews automatically, cancel anytime
Here’s what’s included in our digital subscription plans
Exclusive premium stories online
Over 30 premium stories daily, handpicked by our editors
Complimentary Access to The New York Times
News, Games, Cooking, Audio, Wirecutter & The Athletic
Business Standard Epaper
Digital replica of our daily newspaper — with options to read, save, and share
Curated Newsletters
Insights on markets, finance, politics, tech, and more delivered to your inbox
Market Analysis & Investment Insights
In-depth market analysis & insights with access to The Smart Investor
Archives
Repository of articles and publications dating back to 1997
Ad-free Reading
Uninterrupted reading experience with no advertisements
Seamless Access Across All Devices
Access Business Standard across devices — mobile, tablet, or PC, via web or app