The Enforcement Directorate told the Supreme Court it has no statutory obligation to inform state police before conducting searches. In its 65-page rejoinder, the ED dismissed claims by Bengal police in the I-PAC investigation involving Mamata Banerjee.
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra has approached the Delhi High Court seeking custody of her pet Rottweiler Henry, prompting Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri to issue notice to her ex-partner, advocate Jai Anant Dehadrai for his response on the urgent custody dispute.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her statements during a Supreme Court hearing on the Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls. He said in the Rajya Sabha, “Trinamool is going to court to protect illegal immigrants.”
The Supreme Court witnessed an unusual scene as lawyers and litigants crowded the CJI’s courtroom to watch West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee personally present arguments in the SIR case.
The hearing on the electoral roll revision issue drew wide attention and has been adjourned for further proceedings.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has moved the Supreme Court against the Election Commission, questioning the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in the state. She has alleged legal violations, public hardship, and serious humanitarian concerns during the SIR process.
Today, On 15th January, The Supreme Court has issued a notice to Mamata Banerjee and the West Bengal government, warning that the ED’s plea alleging obstruction during I-PAC raids. The apex court remarked that it “could lead to lawlessness if we do not intervene,” signaling stern judicial action.
Today, On 15th January, The Supreme Court slammed the turmoil in the Calcutta High Court during ED proceedings, asking if it resembled Jantar Mantar. The apex court called it a “serious issue” and announced plans to issue a notice in the matter.
Today, On 15th January, I-PAC Raids Row escalates as the Enforcement Directorate tells the Supreme Court that a shocking pattern is emerging. The agency alleges that CM Banerjee barges in during statutory action, accompanied by Police Commissioner, before sitting on a dharna.
Today, On 14th January, In ED vs Mamata Banerjee Row, Calcutta High Court disposes of the TMC plea and adjourns the ED petition linked to the I-PAC raids row, marking a major twist in the ongoing political-legal battle between the Enforcement Directorate and West Bengal Chief Minister.
The Enforcement Directorate has moved the Supreme Court alleging that the West Bengal government, including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, obstructed its probe during searches at the I-PAC office and the residence of its director, Pratik Jain, in Kolkata.
