Today, On 3rd April, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she “can’t accept the Supreme Court’s judgment” on the teacher recruitment case but promised to follow it. The court canceled thousands of job appointments and ordered a fresh hiring process. Banerjee disagreed with the decision but assured that a new recruitment drive will take place. Her statement comes after a big legal setback for her government in this matter.
The Calcutta High Court quashed the case against a man accused of mocking Mamata Banerjee in a YouTube video. Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta stated that there was no strong evidence or valid grounds to continue the trial. He noted that filing a charge sheet without solid proof is not enough to justify legal proceedings. The verdict reinforces the importance of substantial evidence in criminal cases.
Today, On 22nd August, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to introduce tougher anti-rape legislation and fast-track courts, following a recent tragic incident. She emphasized the need for swift justice, highlighting the alarming daily occurrence of nearly 90 rape cases nationwide. The Supreme Court has expressed strong concern over the handling of the case and urged measures to ensure healthcare workers’ safety.
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Mamata Banerjee’s lawyer announced plans to challenge the Calcutta High Court’s restraining order against the Chief Minister. The issue arose after Governor Bose filed a defamation case against Banerjee on June 28. Calcutta: After the Calcutta High Court‘s ruling to prohibit West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from making ‘defamatory‘ remarks against Governor C.V. Ananda […]
Today, On 16th July, The Calcutta High Court restrained West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and others from making defamatory statements against Governor CV Ananda Bose, citing harm to his reputation. This comes in response to a defamation suit filed by the Governor. Banerjee’s counsel plans to substantiate her statements with relevant documents, with the next hearing scheduled for August 14.
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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.
Today, On 22nd May, The Calcutta High Court nullified OBC certificates issued in West Bengal post-2010. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee vehemently opposes this ruling, asserting that OBC reservation will persist. She criticized the BJP and expressed disapproval over the court’s decision affecting over 5 lakh OBC certificates. The Lok Sabha elections in West Bengal will conclude on June 4.