The Supreme Court ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe alleged custodial torture of two women during protests in West Bengal, replacing a previous CBI investigation. The Court directed the SIT’s formation and asked the Calcutta High Court to monitor the case, addressing concerns over bias and police integrity.
Today (9th September),The Supreme Court has dismissed Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee and his wife Rujira’s plea against the ED’s summons in a teacher recruitment scam case. They are under investigation for alleged money laundering in connection with the West Bengal teacher recruitment scandal.
Today(7th August),The Supreme Court saw a notable exchange between Justice Bela M. Trivedi and Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal over case listings. Sibal, representing Abhishek Banerjee, highlighted the difficulty in arguing the matter due to a conflicting schedule with another Bench hearing the same day.
Today, On 31st July, Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee challenges Enforcement Directorate’s summons in money laundering case before Supreme Court. His counsel argues lack of prescribed procedure under PMLA. The outcome could have significant implications for money laundering enforcement in India and political dynamics in West Bengal. Court extends hearing to the following day.
Today, On 19th June, The Calcutta High Court challenged Suvendu Adhikari’s plan for a protest and suggested an alternate venue, aiming to balance the right to protest with maintaining public order. Adhikari’s counsel argued for the protest at Raj Bhavan, but the court directed them to propose an alternative venue by the next hearing on June 21. The court also instructed the Advocate General to address previous violations of prohibitory orders.
The Supreme Court today granted TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee’s request to postpone ED summons until after General Elections, setting July 10 for further hearing. The decision aims to ensure a fair political environment during elections. Banerjee and his wife challenge the ED’s jurisdiction to summon individuals, citing legal concerns about their summons to Delhi.
The Supreme Court Today (March 7th) declined to consider the ED’s petition challenging a Calcutta HC directive. The directive outlined guidelines for investigative agencies, advising against disclosing details of probes involving individuals like Rujira Banerjee-wife of Abhishek Banerjee, before filing chargesheets, to either the public or the media.
Today (7th March): Abhijit Gangopadhyay, a former Calcutta High Court judge, resigned to join the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), sparking controversy. He emphasized his impartiality as a judge, denying political bias in his decisions. Gangopadhyay cited invitations and challenges in entering politics as factors in his decision to resign earlier than planned.
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