Overview

• The extension was recorded in court on August 25, with reports differing on whether custody runs to September 2 or September 3.
• Haryana Police’s Special Investigation Team has filed a nearly 2,500-page chargesheet alleging espionage links and claiming solid evidence.
• Investigators say Malhotra maintained contact with Pakistani intelligence operatives, including a High Commission staffer expelled in May.
• Police have stated they found no evidence that she accessed military or defence-related information.
• Her lawyer said he will respond on August 27 to the police request to supply a redacted version of the chargesheet.