New Delhi, Feb. 16 -- A Delhi court on Monday, February 16, formally framed charges against former railway minister Lalu Prasad Yadav and his wife Rabri Devi in the alleged land-for-jobs scam.

Special Judge Vishal Gogne said, "The charge has been framed against accused one (Lalu Prasad) and accused two (Rabri Devi), to which they have pleaded not guilty and claimed trial."

The matter has been listed on February 27 for further proceedings.

On January 29, the judge granted liberty to Lalu Prasad, wife Rabri Devi, sons Tejashwi Yadav and Tej Pratap Yadav, and some others to appear in person between February 1 and 28 for formal framing of charges.

On January 9, the court had ordered framing charges against Lalu Prasad, his family members,...