The Calcutta High Court sought a detailed report on funds in frozen TMC bank accounts while questioning the speed of the West Bengal Police’s action. The Court observed that the accounts were frozen immediately after the FIR, raising concerns over the apparent haste of authorities.
The Calcutta High Court directed the West Bengal government to submit details of alleged egg-throwing incidents targeting TMC leaders after the 2026 Assembly election defeat. The Court sought information on incidents, FIR registrations, and action taken while hearing a petition linked to Abhishek Banerjee.
A Varanasi Sessions Court set aside a magistrate court order refusing to entertain a plea against Rahul Gandhi over remarks allegedly describing Lord Ram as a “mythological figure.” The Court directed fresh consideration of the request for FIR registration, reopening examination of whether any criminal offence is disclosed.
The Supreme Court held that loss of case records cannot justify keeping a criminal investigation pending indefinitely, expressing concern over a nearly two-decade delay. Setting aside the Gujarat High Court’s order, it directed Gujarat Police to complete the investigation within six weeks to protect the right to a speedy trial.
