The West Bengal Government today has set up a seven-member committee, led by a retired judge of the Calcutta High Court, to review three new criminal laws that replaced the British-era laws on July 1. The committee, including state ministers, the advocate general, and police officials, will submit its findings within three months. West Bengal is the third state to amend these laws.
Today, On 16th July, The Calcutta High Court restrained West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and others from making defamatory statements against Governor CV Ananda Bose, citing harm to his reputation. This comes in response to a defamation suit filed by the Governor. Banerjee’s counsel plans to substantiate her statements with relevant documents, with the next hearing scheduled for August 14.
Governor CV Anand Bose filed a defamation case against the Chief Minister of the state, Mamata Banerjee, in Calcutta High Court. The case was heard today(on 15th July) in the bench of Justice Krishna Rao. Calcutta High Court kept the interim order pending after the question and answer of both parties in the hearing.
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Yesterday, On 13th July, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee plans to introduce a resolution in the Assembly opposing NEET and new criminal laws. These laws, passed without discussion, raise concerns about individual freedoms. Banerjee’s proposed resolution reflects the state government’s opposition to these measures and highlights the need for review. The outcome will have significant implications.
A bench led by CJI Chandrachud expressed strong disapproval of West Bengal Minister Firhad Hakim’s decision to cancel a tender for the maintenance of two underpasses in Kolkata. The court emphasized that public authorities must exercise caution when attempting to evade contractual obligations through methods not stipulated within the contract terms.
The Calcutta High Court will hear an interim application by West Bengal Governor Bose in a defamation suit against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and other TMC leaders on July 15. Justice Krishna Rao allowed the defamation complaint to proceed and instructed Bose’s request for an interim order to be addressed during the upcoming Monday hearing. Governor Bose’s pursuit of the case reflects his intent to address what he views as unfounded and damaging allegations. The high-profile nature of the case ensures close attention from the public and media, holding broader implications for political accountability and the standards of public communication.
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The Supreme Court today ruled West Bengal’s suit against the Centre over CBI misuse maintainable, dismissing the Centre’s challenge. It ruled that the state had not concealed any material facts and had established the cause of action. The Court scheduled further hearings for August 13. This decision will not impact the suit’s progression.
The Supreme Court today appointed former Chief Justice UU Lalit to lead a committee overseeing the appointments of Vice-Chancellors for public universities in West Bengal. This move aims to resolve the dispute between the state government and the Governor over the final authority for these appointments. Justice Lalit will form sub-committees and receive compensation accordingly.
