Today, On 10th January, The West Bengal government led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has filed a caveat in the Supreme Court to ensure no order is passed without hearing the state, as the Enforcement Directorate is expected to approach the court in the I-PAC case.
The Calcutta High Court refused the Enforcement Directorate’s plea for an urgent hearing and change of judge in the I-PAC raid matter. TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee backed the court’s stand, saying judicial orders cannot be altered administratively.
Today, On 9th January, Raids on I-PAC offices have led to chaos in Calcutta High Court. ED’s plea seeking FIR against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has been adjourned, with the next hearing now scheduled for January 14.
Today, On 9th January, The Calcutta High Court noted that a main petition and an ED counter case are pending before the same bench, fixing both for a joint hearing at 2:30 PM as it urged counsel, “Temperatures are really low… please don’t raise temperatures.”
ED Moves Calcutta High Court. The agency told the court that Mamata Banerjee and senior TMC leaders obstructed PMLA raids and removed crucial evidence while officers were conducting searches at the residence of I-PAC chief Prateek Jain.
Mamata Banerjee slammed the ED after raids in the fake government jobs scam, alleging political misuse and interference. Visiting an I-PAC leader’s residence, she accused the agency of seizing TMC documents and questioned Amit Shah’s role during searches nationwide.
Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj over allegations she made during a television interview, labeling him as “corrupt” and a “fraud.” Jain claims these false statements have severely harmed his reputation. The case, viewed as politically motivated, is ongoing with hearings scheduled until January 2025.
The Delhi High Court ruled that property seized under the Prevention of Money-Laundering Act must be returned within 365 days if no prosecution complaint is filed. This reinforces the balance between law enforcement and individual rights. The decision reflects a cautious approach towards the exercise of power by enforcement agencies, emphasizing respect for the rule of law.
