![[Cash-for-Jobs Scam] "Hearing on Partha Chatterjee Plea Adjourned": Supreme Court](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image-2-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 2nd December, the Supreme Court adjourned Partha Chatterjee’s bail plea regarding the cash-for-jobs scam. Facing serious corruption charges, Chatterjee’s hearing was postponed to review custody details. His legal team highlighted his prolonged imprisonment and age. The court acknowledged the severity of the allegations and the ongoing investigations.
![[School Jobs For Cash Scam] "Go to Calcutta HC, We Will Ask Them to Hear Expeditiously": SC Directs TMC's Kuntal Ghosh to Seek Bail](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/image-30-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 17th October, the Supreme Court directed Trinamool Congress leader Kuntal Ghosh to seek bail from the Calcutta High Court regarding the school jobs-for-cash scam. Ghosh, arrested by the ED in January 2022, faces allegations of illegal payments for job appointments in West Bengal’s 2016 recruitment process. The High Court is instructed to expedite the hearing.
![[RG Kar Rape & Murder] "We Direct The State to Fulfill All Requisitions By 5 pm & Provide Security Gadgets By 9 P.M.": CJI Directs West Bengal Govt. to Provide Accommodation & Security Equipment for CISF](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/shared-image-1.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 9th September, The Supreme Court ordered the West Bengal government to provide proper accommodation and security equipment to CISF personnel at RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata. This move aims to ensure the safety and well-being of the security staff, following complaints of inadequate facilities and non-cooperation. The directive mandates swift action to meet these essential needs.
Today, On 20th August, TMC MP Sukhendu Sekhar Roy agreed to delete a controversial social media post calling for the CBI to interrogate the Kolkata Police Commissioner. The Calcutta High Court was assured by the state that no action would be taken against Roy. This agreement marked the end of discussions and legal considerations surrounding the issue, highlighting the delicate balance between free speech and public discourse.
![[Post-Poll Violence] Calcutta HC Seeks Alternative Venue for Suvendu Adhikari's Planned Dharna Outside Raj Bhavan](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/image-8-1.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
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 29th April, Debasish Dhar, BJP candidate for Birbhum Lok Sabha seat in West Bengal, filed an appeal with the Supreme Court after his nomination was cancelled. Represented by Nidhesh Gupta, he stressed the urgency of the matter, seeking an expedited hearing before the impending nomination deadline. This adds to the political tension in the volatile region.
Today (on February 7) former Calcutta High Court Judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay has taken a leap into the political arena by joining the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Kolkata. This move comes just days after his resignation from the High Court, marking a notable transition from judiciary to politics. Also Read- BJP & Gangopadhyay | Ex-Calcutta […]
![[Post-Poll violence] Police not Allowing 'affected' People to meet Governor, Shubhendu Moves To HC, Matter will be heard Today](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Subhendu-Adhikari.jpg?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
The Calcutta High Court has declined the State’s request to register an FIR against BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. The State had sought the court’s permission, alleging that Adhikari deterred a police officer from performing his duty and labeled him a “stooge” of the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) party. Justice Jay Sengupta, presiding over the case, […]