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Calcutta High Court asks Bengal govt how many people crossed Indo-Bangla border in 1970s

The Calcutta High Court recently heard a petition from Sahidul Shekh challenging his detention and deportation. Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya questioned how the government identified Shekh as a Bangladeshi national. The state's lawyer claimed Shekh's identification documents were obtained through forgery, raising further suspicions. The court emphasised the need for due…

The Economic Times · 8h ago

Businessman’s bank account put on hold after a Rs 2,253 transaction was flagged, requests to use the remaining balance went unanswered; High Court orders Axis Bank to release the money

Calcutta High Court has ordered Axis Bank to defreeze a Kolkata businessman's bank account that had been put on hold over a cyber fraud case linked to just one transaction worth Rs 2,253. Court found no reason why rest of account should stay locked and asked bank to release non…

The Economic Times · Oct 7

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari targets Mamata over Delhi visit, says she has 'Jamaat in one hand, dimagi naxals in other'

In a pointed critique, Suvendu Adhikari slammed Mamata Banerjee for her planned trip to Delhi for the INDIA bloc meeting, alleging she is conspiring with CPI(M) leaders on key electoral issues. This collaboration aims to push for accountability from Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The upcoming Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

Supreme Court refuses to interfere with HC order denying interim relief to TMC against ED freezing accounts

The Supreme Court declined to intervene in a Calcutta High Court decision. This order denied interim relief to the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC faction. The Enforcement Directorate had frozen three party bank accounts as part of a probe. The apex court found the high court's order to be balanced. The main…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Abhishek Banerjee moves SC against HC order denying nod to travel abroad for eye treatment

In a notable legal move, Abhishek Banerjee is challenging a Calcutta High Court ruling by appealing to the Supreme Court, which denied him permission to travel overseas for crucial eye treatment. This decision stemmed from his failure to present himself before a medical board. The Supreme Court had earlier instructed…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

Calcutta HC refuses urgent hearing to Abhishek Banerjee's aide Sumit Roy in plea to quash 4 FIRs

In a significant legal development, the Calcutta High Court has turned down the urgent hearing request made by Sumit Roy regarding four newly filed FIRs in West Bengal. Previously, the Supreme Court had intervened to stay Roy's arrest tied to a land-grabbing case, and he successfully obtained anticipatory bail concerning…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Calcutta High Court sets up 5 fast-track courts for NEET paper leak cases

Five dedicated fast-track courts have been ordered by the Calcutta High Court. These courts will exclusively try NEET paper leak cases to expedite proceedings. The move aims to address one of India's significant education scandal issues. This development follows nationwide student protests and a push for prosecution in exam fraud.…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee moves Supreme Court after Calcutta HC denies foreign travel for eye treatment

Abhishek Banerjee, a TMC MP, is challenging a decision from the Calcutta High Court by appealing to the Supreme Court. The high court had previously rejected his plea to travel abroad for medical treatment, citing ongoing investigations as the reason. Still, it has provided him interim protection from any coercive…

The Economic Times · Jul 30

Calcutta HC: Aadhaar can prove occupancy, not necessarily residence

The Calcutta High Court ruled Aadhaar is prima facie proof of property occupation. This decision came after residents appealed a demolition order for their dwellings. The court stated demolition powers apply to unauthorized constructions, not occupants of authorized structures. Port authorities cannot demolish their own buildings due to dilapidation concerns.

The Economic Times · Jul 22

Bengal govt hikes daily cooked diet allocation for hospital patients to Rs 110

The West Bengal government has nearly doubled the daily diet allocation for hospital patients. This revised rate will be effective from August 1, officials confirmed. The enhanced allocation aims to improve meal quality and nutritional value for admitted individuals. This decision follows a review by a committee constituted by the…

The Economic Times · Jul 14