The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, will hold a special hearing on the escalating legal drama at Calcutta High Court involving Justices Abhijit Gangopadhyay and Soumen Sen. The complex saga revolves around a contentious order defying a division bench’s stay on a CBI probe into alleged medical college admission irregularities in West Bengal. This underscores issues of judicial conduct and the judiciary’s balance of power.
A recent Archaeological Survey of India report has unveiled evidence of a pre-existing Hindu temple beneath the Gyanvapi Mosque in Varanasi, sparking renewed debate. The findings may significantly impact the ongoing legal and socio-religious disputes surrounding the site. This development highlights the intersection of historical evidence and religious tensions in India.
Justice Gangopadhyay, presiding over the case, made a significant announcement on Thursday. He stated, “The investigation should be completed within the next two months.“ In a recent development that has stirred the legal community, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been directed to continue its investigation into a high-profile medical admission corruption case. This […]
In an unprecedented clash at the Calcutta High Court, Justices Abhijit Gangopadhyay and Soumen Sen clashed over a case involving alleged medical college admission irregularities. Justice Sen dismissed the CBI’s FIR, overturning Justice Gangopadhyay’s directive, leading to accusations of political bias. This incident raises concerns about judicial independence and political influence in legal proceedings.
The Calcutta High Court ordered a CBI investigation into alleged corruption in medical college admissions. However, a division bench swiftly issued an oral stay on the order, to be reviewed later. The case, brought by Itisha Soren, involves the use of fake certificates for admissions, highlighting the challenges in ensuring integrity in the educational sector.
The Advocate General (AG) of the state, representing the government, voiced strong objections to this directive. However, Justice Gangopadhyay, undeterred, questioned the efficacy of the state police. The Calcutta High Court, expressing a stark lack of confidence in the state police, has handed over another high-profile corruption case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). […]
The Supreme Court Collegium, led by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, has approved the appointment of five Calcutta High Court judges as permanent judges, marking a significant move to strengthen the judiciary. The decision, following a previous deferral, aims to enhance judicial strength and efficiency in both the Calcutta and Punjab & Haryana High Courts.
The Delhi High Court dismissed Mahua Moitra’s plea to stay her eviction from a government-allocated bungalow, citing her expulsion from Parliament as grounds for eviction. The court noted that without her status as a Member of Parliament, she has no right to the accommodation. Moitra’s challenge will be heard on January 24, addressing the legal complexities of government accommodation for parliament members.
The BCI’s letter highlights the Supreme Court’s landmark judgment on November 9, 2019, which played a pivotal role in this historical moment. In a significant development, the Bar Council of India (BCI) has proposed a unique way to mark the inauguration of the Ram Mandir. In a letter addressed to Chief Justice of India DY […]
The Kerala High Court emphasized the need for empathy towards working mothers during transfers, recognizing the challenges of maintaining work-life balance and caring for family. This ruling, in response to two women’s transfer case, directs authorities to maintain the status quo, acknowledging the unique challenges faced by working mothers in the professional sphere.