Today, On 26th June, The Calcutta High Court instructed the state to ensure peace and order after post-poll violence, rejecting an extension of central forces’ deployment in West Bengal. The state bears responsibility for maintaining peace, but the court granted the central government authority to extend deployment if needed, emphasizing the judiciary’s role in overseeing law and order.
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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.