The Calcutta High Court sought a detailed report on funds in frozen TMC bank accounts while questioning the speed of the West Bengal Police’s action. The Court observed that the accounts were frozen immediately after the FIR, raising concerns over the apparent haste of authorities.
The Calcutta High Court directed West Bengal Police to submit details of all pending criminal proceedings, if any, against TMC leader Sabyasachi Dutta apart from the extortion case. The Court issued the direction while hearing his plea seeking quashing of the FIR and allegations of additional cases.
The Supreme Court of India granted interim protection to Wajahat Khan, staying his arrest in a hate speech case. Khan faces FIRs across six states for inciting religious sentiments. The Court ordered notices to the Centre and the states, with the next hearing set for July 14, emphasizing the lasting impact of hate speech.