New Delhi, Feb. 16 -- The Rouse Avenue Court on Monday formally framed charges against former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav and former Bihar Chief Minister Rabri Devi in the Land-for-Job CBI case.

Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi appeared before the court, denied the charges, and stated they would face trial.

This case pertains to the alleged offence of providing Railway Group D jobs to candidates in exchange for land.

Special Judge Vishal Gogne framed charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi in the case. The court also noted that the accused must appear in person unless an order permits video conferencing.

Misa Bharti said, "The court has asked them to appear through video conferencing in view of their age and health." ...