Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam of Calcutta High Court criticized the state’s plan to build a new school on the only playground for 3,000 students at Akhriganj High School. He proposed a compromise to preserve the land for student recreation, emphasizing the importance of balancing educational development with recreational needs. The court is advocating for the preservation of student rights and spaces for recreation.
Sayantan Mukhopadhyay files a PIL in Calcutta High Court, seeking accountability from the Central Minister for Animal Welfare over inadequate treatment concerns. The case involves allegations of improper treatment at veterinary hospitals, leading to the untimely demise of a pet. The court is investigating and pushing for regulations to govern private veterinary hospitals.