Mamata Banerjee has launched a fierce attack on the BJP, accusing it of inciting communal tensions and violence linked to the Waqf Bill and recent clashes in Murshidabad. With assembly elections looming, she asserts the TMC will not implement the controversial law. Banerjee emphasizes the BJP’s alleged role in unrest and highlights national security concerns.
The Calcutta High Court permitted BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari to visit Murshidabad, following recent violence related to the Waqf Act, but mandated he inform the local Superintendent of Police beforehand. The Court forbade any rallies or public speeches during the visit to maintain peace, amid opposition from the West Bengal government.
Delhi court has summoned several Trinamool Congress leaders, including Derek O’Brien and Sagarika Ghose, for protesting outside the Election Commission in April 2022, violating prohibitory orders. The court took cognizance of offences under various IPC sections and directed them to appear on April 30, 2025, to respond to the charges.
KOLKATA: The Calcutta High Court, on Thursday, observed that legal conflicts between a state’s Governor and Chief Minister are not desirable. A single-judge bench led by Justice Krishna Rao made this remark while hearing a defamation case filed by West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and three others last year.
Today, On 12th December, Trinamool MP Sagarika Ghose filed a privilege motion against Minister Kiren Rijiju for insulting opposition members by calling them “unworthy.” This sparked outrage among opposition leaders, with 60 MPs from the INDIA bloc supporting the motion. Ghose emphasized the need for accountability and demanded Rijiju’s apology.
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Today, On 4th December, the Supreme Court transferred two FIRs against West Bengal BJP leader Kabir Shankar Bose to the CBI due to concerns over local investigation impartiality. The FIRs relate to a 2020 clash with TMC workers, highlighting the judiciary’s commitment to ensure a fair and unbiased inquiry.
Delhi High Court granted bail to Sukanya Mondal, daughter of TMC leader Anubrata Mondal, in a money laundering case related to cattle smuggling. The court considered the lengthy trial duration, her father’s primary involvement, and provisions benefiting women under Section 45 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, ultimately granting her bail upon certain conditions.
Today, On 3rd September, The Central government approached the Supreme Court, alleging inadequate facilities for CISF personnel at R G Kar hospital in Kolkata. They accused the West Bengal government of non-compliance with Supreme Court orders and requested proper accommodations. The Centre warned of contempt proceedings if the issues are not addressed, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.