The family has appealed to the judiciary and the Governor to provide central security and ensure their safe movement to the Calcutta High Court, so they can seek justice without fear. KOLKATA: In the aftermath of the April 11 violence in Samserganj, Murshidabad, where a father and son—Haragobinda Das and Chandan Das—were killed, their family […]
The Calcutta High Court will hear an interim application by West Bengal Governor Bose in a defamation suit against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and other TMC leaders on July 15. Justice Krishna Rao allowed the defamation complaint to proceed and instructed Bose’s request for an interim order to be addressed during the upcoming Monday hearing. Governor Bose’s pursuit of the case reflects his intent to address what he views as unfounded and damaging allegations. The high-profile nature of the case ensures close attention from the public and media, holding broader implications for political accountability and the standards of public communication.
Today(on 3rd July), The Calcutta High Court will hear West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose’s defamation suit against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The suit, filed on June 28, resulted from controversial remarks made by Banerjee, centering around alleged incidents at Raj Bhavan. This case has drawn substantial public and media attention, highlighting the complex interplay between constitutional immunity and legal redress.
Yesterday, On 29th June, West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has filed a defamation suit against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, refuting her allegations of unsafe activities at Raj Bhavan. Similar suits were also filed against TMC leaders. The conflict has drawn criticism from political leaders for damaging the state’s reputation. The outcome carries implications for political discourse in West Bengal.
Today, On 14th June, The Calcutta High Court allowed Suvendu Adhikari and post-poll violence victims to visit Raj Bhavan after their initial entry was impeded by police. The court questioned the governor’s “house arrest” status and directed Adhikari to seek permission for the visit. Allegations and denials were presented, and the court ordered a fresh request for the visit.
Yesterday, On 12th June, The Calcutta High Court has ordered the deployment of central forces in West Bengal until June 21 to address post-election violence concerns. The state government must provide a report on measures taken by June 14. The court emphasized cooperation between state police and central forces and scheduled a next hearing for June 18. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari welcomed the order.
Today (22nd April): The Supreme Court has sought the response of West Bengal Governor, CV Ananda Bose, in connection with a PIL alleging inaction in assenting to bills passed by the State Assembly. The Court has instructed governors to promptly clear bills as per constitutional obligation. Similar pleas have been filed by other states, including Telangana, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
