On Wednesday(on 12th June),A Kolkata restaurant owner has filed a petition in Calcutta High Court alleging that TMC MLA Soham Chakraborty assaulted him and made threats. The court has admitted the petition, with the next hearing scheduled for Friday, amidst claims of police inaction despite a filed complaint.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the CISF to investigate whether CCTV cameras installed by the West Bengal Police outside BJP leader Arjun Singh’s house violate his privacy. Singh claimed they compromised his privacy, prompting the court to instruct the CISF to assess the cameras and report back by July 3rd. The cameras are part of a wider surveillance project in the area.
Today, On 10th June, The Calcutta High Court declined an urgent hearing for a PIL seeking to prevent Justice Amrita Sinha from presiding over police-related cases, citing potential bias due to her husband’s alleged influence in a criminal investigation. The court emphasized the Chief Justice’s authority in case assignment, reiterating the principle of judicial independence. This decision has sparked public debate.
Today, On 3rd June, The Calcutta High Court granted interim protection to BJP Lok Sabha candidates Rekha Patra and Pranat Tudu, providing relief from potential arrest or legal action amidst ongoing political tensions in West Bengal. The court’s decision aims to ensure their participation in the vote counting process without interference from pending police cases, with respective protection granted until July 5 and June 21.
Today, On 3rd June, The Calcutta High Court directed the Election Commission of India to appoint counting staff for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in strict accordance with guidelines. This decision comes in response to a petition filed by a BJP candidate, highlighting the importance of ensuring a fair and transparent counting process in line with electoral authorities’ guidelines.
Today (3rd June): Two BJP candidates, Pranat Tudu and Rekha Patra, along with party workers, approached the Calcutta High Court to address alleged false police complaints hindering their participation in vote counting for the Lok Sabha election. The court scheduled a hearing and also received petitions from BJP workers identifying themselves as party counting agents. The BJP has requested re-elections in 412 polling booths, alleging widespread election malpractices, and criticized the ruling Trinamool Congress for favoring tactics that led to clashes and injuries.
Supreme Court bench comprising Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, alongside Justices Manoj Mishra and Satish Chandra Sharma, evaluated Abhishek Banerjee’s petition, which sought various reliefs related to comments made by Justice Gangopadhyay The Supreme Court on Friday (Feb 9) addressed a contentious plea by Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. This plea, which has ignited discussions on […]
At Calcutta High Court, Justice Amrita Sinha scrutinized Enforcement Directorate’s progress in an initial recruitment case, expressing concern over the slow pace of investigation despite the discovery of additional properties. The ED assured diligent efforts, citing legal opposition as a challenge. The court awaits a detailed report in the next hearing, highlighting the complexities of high-stakes investigations.
In a recent development at the Calcutta High Court, Justice Amrita Sinha raised concerns of a potential conflict of interest involving West Bengal Advocate General, Kishore Datta. The issue emerged in the context of the ongoing ‘cash for school job’ case, a high-profile legal matter that has garnered significant attention. Also read-BJP Petitions Calcutta High […]
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