West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, speaking before CJI Surya Kant at the Calcutta High Court’s Jalpaiguri Circuit Bench inauguration, urged the judiciary to protect the Constitution and democracy. Her remarks came amid the ED raids controversy involving I-PAC, with Banerjee alleging deliberate targeting by central agencies.
The Supreme Court has stayed the Calcutta High Court’s order disqualifying TMC leader Mukul Roy, citing the need to verify electronic evidence amid concerns over AI manipulation, and issued notice to respondents, listing the matter for hearing after four weeks.
The Calcutta High Court denied the BJP permission to protest outside Nabanna over alleged interference in the ED’s I-PAC raids, citing security concerns. The party has been allowed to demonstrate at a nearby location and plans to challenge the order.
Today, On 15th January, The Supreme Court has issued a notice to Mamata Banerjee and the West Bengal government, warning that the ED’s plea alleging obstruction during I-PAC raids. The apex court remarked that it “could lead to lawlessness if we do not intervene,” signaling stern judicial action.
Today, On 15th January, The Supreme Court slammed the turmoil in the Calcutta High Court during ED proceedings, asking if it resembled Jantar Mantar. The apex court called it a “serious issue” and announced plans to issue a notice in the matter.
Today, On 15th January, I-PAC Raids Row escalates as the Enforcement Directorate tells the Supreme Court that a shocking pattern is emerging. The agency alleges that CM Banerjee barges in during statutory action, accompanied by Police Commissioner, before sitting on a dharna.
Today, On 14th January, In ED vs Mamata Banerjee Row, Calcutta High Court disposes of the TMC plea and adjourns the ED petition linked to the I-PAC raids row, marking a major twist in the ongoing political-legal battle between the Enforcement Directorate and West Bengal Chief Minister.
The Calcutta High Court has regulated entry into Courtroom 5 and ordered live streaming of the TMC–ED hearing to prevent chaos witnessed earlier. The petitions arise from ED raids linked to I-PAC director Pratik Jain and alleged interference during the probe.
The Supreme Court held that the Company Law Board has no power under the Limitation Act to condone delay in appeals under the Companies Act. Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan overturned a Calcutta High Court backed order.
The Enforcement Directorate has moved the Supreme Court alleging that the West Bengal government, including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, obstructed its probe during searches at the I-PAC office and the residence of its director, Pratik Jain, in Kolkata.
