Today, On 3rd April, The Supreme Court has upheld the Calcutta High Court’s decision to cancel the appointments of 24,000 school staff in West Bengal over alleged irregularities. The court stated, “Entire selection process is vitiated by manipulation and fraud, and credibility and legitimacy is denuded.” The ruling reinforces the need for transparency in recruitment and mandates a fresh selection process. This verdict has significant implications for affected candidates and the state’s education system.
Today, On 3rd April, The Supreme Court is expected to deliver its verdict regarding petitions challenging the Calcutta High Court’s order that invalidated the appointment of teachers in West Bengal. The HC had earlier scrapped these appointments over alleged irregularities in the selection process. The decision will have significant implications for affected teachers and the state’s education system. The ruling is highly anticipated amid ongoing legal battles over recruitment controversies.
The Supreme Court ruled that pension cannot be denied to government employees without a specific rule allowing such denial. It emphasized that pension is a rightful benefit and not a privilege that can be arbitrarily withheld. The Court stated, “Denial of pensionary benefits to an employee must emanate from any rule enabling the government for such denial.” This judgment reinforces legal protections for retired government employees.
The Calcutta High Court ordered compensation for the death of a pregnant woman who died after receiving contaminated saline. The court stated that the saline was responsible for her tragic death. The state government has now handed over the investigation to the CID to look into the matter. The court’s decision emphasizes accountability and justice for the victim’s family.
The Supreme Court learned that the West Bengal Governor appointed six full-term vice-chancellors and plans to finalize five more amid ongoing disputes over university control with the state government. The appointments were guided by a selection committee led by former Chief Justice U.U. Lalit, amidst tensions affecting higher education governance.
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Today, On 15th October, the Supreme Court expressed concerns about the recruitment methods for civic police volunteers after Sanjay Roy, an accused in a junior doctor’s rape and murder, was identified as one. The Court demanded transparency and data from the West Bengal government regarding these volunteers, emphasizing their qualifications and oversight.
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Today, On 1st October, the Supreme Court asked the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to respond to former West Bengal Education Minister Partha Chatterjee’s bail plea related to a school jobs-for-cash scam. The Calcutta High Court previously denied bail due to significant asset recoveries linked to the case, which involves corruption in school job recruitments.
Today, On 10th September, The Supreme Court directed States and Union Territories to promptly inform convicts of remission decisions and their right to appeal. It urged the National Legal Services Authority to provide prompt legal assistance for challenging rejection orders. The Court emphasized efficient case disposal, granting bail, and relaxing bail conditions for undertrial prisoners.
Today, On 31st July, Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee challenges Enforcement Directorate’s summons in money laundering case before Supreme Court. His counsel argues lack of prescribed procedure under PMLA. The outcome could have significant implications for money laundering enforcement in India and political dynamics in West Bengal. Court extends hearing to the following day.
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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.