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.
Calcutta High Court has refused to interfere with the ongoing probe by the West Bengal SIT and the Inquiry Commission into the Lionel Messi event row. The Court’s decision allows both investigating bodies to continue examining the recent controversies.
The Calcutta High Court refused to halt the foundation stone-laying of a Babri-style mosque in Murshidabad, placing full responsibility for law and order on the West Bengal government. The court noted that both state police and CAPF are adequately deployed to prevent any disturbance.
Today, On 7th November, Supreme Court sought a reply from cricketer Mohammed Shami on his wife Hasin Jahan’s plea seeking Rs.10 lakh monthly maintenance, after she moved the apex court claiming financial deprivation despite his income from cricket and endorsements.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered the West Bengal government to post Dr. Aniket Mahato, a key protest leader, at RG Kar Medical College, calling his earlier transfer “unreasonable” and a “serious wrong.” The ruling underscores fairness in government postings and protection for whistle-blowers.
Calcutta High Court Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam, at his farewell event hosted by the West Bengal government, stressed, “Diplomacy is important on either side, essential between judiciary and executive,” highlighting the delicate balance required for governance and constitutional harmony.
The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on the West Bengal government’s plea challenging the Calcutta High Court order directing payment of DA arrears since 2009. The case also raises the question of whether receiving Dearness Allowance is a fundamental right.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered West Bengal to reveal within 48 hours how Durga Puja clubs spent state grants. Judges questioned why funds were given despite many committees failing to submit accounts.
The Supreme Court has stayed the Calcutta High Court’s direction to scrap and recast the JEEMAS (PG) 2024 merit list, bringing relief to thousands of medical aspirants. The matter will be heard again after four weeks.
