On May 23, 2026, a Delhi court discharged Kapil Dhanked, a former inspector of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), from a bribery case due to a lack of evidence. The case stemmed from allegations that certain CBI officials and private individuals were involved in compromising investigations for financial gain. The prosecution claimed that ₹10 lakh (approximately $12,000 USD) was paid to delay the processing of a complaint involving a consortium of banks, with confidential information allegedly shared with private parties. However, the court found the prosecution's evidence insufficient, particularly noting that confessional statements from a senior CBI officer were inadmissible. The court highlighted the absence of direct evidence linking Dhanked to the alleged bribery or any recovery of funds. In contrast, co-accused R.K. Rishi will continue to face trial, as the court determined there was adequate material to proceed against him under the Prevention of Corruption Act and related offences.