Today, On 17th December, the Calcutta High Court prohibited a tribal body from blocking highways and railways in their protest for reservation in government jobs and education. The court urged the government to consider their demands and emphasized the importance of maintaining public order while addressing the matter of policy and community inclusion.
The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal Government to submit the case diary related to the alleged rape and murder of a woman doctor by 1pm. The court raised concerns about deficiencies in the probe, questioned the reappointment of the principal involved, and ordered the submission of relevant documents by 1 pm.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered an investigation into a Bangladeshi national who overstayed in India after his visa expired in 2016. The petitioner sought money laundering charges against the accused, alleging funds from Bangladesh were channeled into his business. The court directed further investigation by the State Security Control Organisation.
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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.
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Today, On 10th June, Suvendu Adhikari, a BJP leader approached the Calcutta High Court to address the post-poll violence in West Bengal, seeking protection for victims. Alleging attacks orchestrated by the ruling party, TMC, he demands a neutral investigation by the CBI or another independent agency. The court has scheduled hearings on Adhikari’s and another lawyer’s petitions.
Today, On 21st May, The BJP appealed a Calcutta High Court order restricting derogatory ads against the TMC. They claim they were not given a chance to present their case. The court has agreed to prioritize the matter but criticized the Election Commission for not addressing the TMC’s complaints. The order mandates the BJP to cease such ads immediately.
Today, On 10th May, The Calcutta High Court prohibited discussing Murshidabad’s demographics in relation to the Ram Navami violence, aiming to prevent inflammatory statements and maintain communal harmony. The order, amid tensions, forbids comments on population and religious data to avoid inciting unrest. The court is overseeing an NIA investigation and deferred the hearing until June 13 for a comprehensive report.
Today, 18th April, The Calcutta High Court dismissed a PIL urging the mandate of Class XII education for Muslim girls before marriage, emphasizing the complexity of balancing education and societal norms within legal frameworks. The ruling highlights the significance of respecting individual rights and choices in matters of education and marriage, sparking debates on the topic.