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The Latest Breaking News from the Calcutta High Court

SC rejects Mahua Moitra's plea over appearing before police in hate speech case

The Supreme Court declined to hear Mahua Moitra's challenge to a high court order. She was directed to appear before police on August 15 for questioning. The court noted her status as a Member of Parliament and her fears. Moitra's lawyer withdrew the plea after the bench's disinclination. The matter…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

SC stays arrest of Abhishek Banerjee's aide Sumit Roy in Salboni land-grabbing case

The Supreme Court has stayed the arrest of Sumit Roy in a land-grabbing case. Roy is the Personal Assistant to Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee. The top court directed him to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation. The Calcutta High Court had previously rejected his anticipatory bail plea. The case…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Calcutta HC dismisses TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's plea to travel abroad for eye treatment

The Calcutta High Court dismissed TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's plea to travel abroad for eye treatment after he declined to appear before a medical board at SSKM Hospital. The court said medical assessment in India was necessary before deciding whether overseas treatment was required.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

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SC asks ED if frozen TMC funds can cover party's day-to-day expenses

The Supreme Court questioned the Enforcement Directorate on releasing funds. Frozen TMC bank accounts total Rs 440.42 crore in a money laundering probe. The party seeks access to funds for daily operational expenses. The ED is investigating alleged dishonest financial transactions and fund routing. The court will hear the matter…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

Supreme Court asks Calcutta HC to hear Abhishek Banerjee's plea seeking nod to travel abroad for eye treatment

The Supreme Court asked the Calcutta High Court to hear Abhishek Banerjee's plea soon. He seeks permission to travel abroad for necessary eye treatment. The high court had previously extended his interim protection from coercive action. Banerjee is challenging an earlier order which restricted his foreign travel. The court wants…

The Economic Times · Aug 3

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

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Calcutta HC says voter ID, Aadhaar, PAN not proof of Indian citizenship

The Calcutta High Court ruled that identity cards do not prove Indian citizenship. A habeas corpus petition was dismissed as proof of citizenship was lacking. Nasir was detained after his name was removed from electoral rolls. He failed to establish his Indian citizenship within the given timeframe. The court drew…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

Adults have right to choose life partners: Calcutta HC orders protection for inter-faith wedding

The Calcutta High Court directed law enforcement to secure an upcoming inter-faith marriage in Howrah, emphasizing that adult individuals have the fundamental right to choose their spouses. Scheduled for Wednesday, the marriage will see police safeguarding the event and preventing any disruptions, with a compliance report expected seven days post-ceremony.

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Husband refused to take home wife after 4 years in hospital; high court orders him to care for her

Husband refused to take wife back home after she suffered an accident making her wheelchair bound; Hospital files case; HC orders him to take care and orders police to escort her. Know what the high court said.

The Economic Times · Jul 28

Cal HC adjourns hearing till July 30 on Abhishek Banerjee's petition against eight FIRs

The Calcutta High Court adjourned Abhishek Banerjee's plea for protection from coercive action. Hearing on eight FIRs against the TMC MP will now take place on July 30. The court stated that Suvendu Adhikari cannot be cited as an example. Banerjee's lawyer sought protection in multiple cases across West Bengal.…

The Economic Times · Jul 23

Calcutta HC grants interim protection to TMC MP Mahua Moitra in hate speech case

The Calcutta High Court granted interim protection from coercive action to Mahua Moitra. This protection is valid until October fifth in a hate speech case. Moitra must appear before the investigating officer on August fourteenth for questioning. The court directed her to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation. Further proceedings…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Who is Abishek Porel? Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper facing arrest in a rape case

Who is Abishek Porel? Abishek Porel, a 23-year-old wicketkeeper-batter from Bengal who has played for Delhi Capitals in the IPL and travelled with India A, has been ordered to be arrested by the Calcutta High Court in a rape case filed by a woman who alleged he engaged in a…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

Calcutta High Court orders halt in demolition of Abhishek Banerjee's office

The Calcutta High Court has ordered a halt to the demolition of Abhishek Banerjee's constituency office. The court directed the state government to submit all relevant documents concerning the Amtala building. This building is reportedly owned by 'Leaps and Bounds' Company, where Banerjee is the CEO. The company had challenged…

The Economic Times · Jul 19

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The Economic Times · Jul 15

HC grants conditional nod to Trinamool for July 21 Martyrs' Day rally, caps gathering at 2,500

The Calcutta High Court allowed Trinamool's Martyrs' Day rally with a reduced crowd size. The court also stipulated a specific time frame for the commemoration event. Meanwhile, a dissident Trinamool faction received permission for their own rally nearby. Loyalist MLA Madan Mitra resigned from party posts and joined the dissidents.…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

TMC's Abhishek Banerjee gives voice sample in poll speech probe

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee provided his voice sample to a magistrate. This action was in connection with an investigation into his alleged intimidatory speech. The Calcutta High Court had directed Banerjee to appear before the magistrate for this purpose. He had previously not appeared on two earlier ordered dates…

The Economic Times · Jul 13

Calcutta High Court says TTEs sell empty berths like vegetables in market, asks Railways to penalise offenders

The Calcutta High Court has directed railway officials to impose maximum penalties on TTEs selling train berths. This directive follows a 2009 incident where passengers were drugged and robbed after bribing a TTE. One passenger died from the sedative administered during the theft attempt. The court noted significant lapses in…

The Economic Times · Jul 10

Calcutta HC orders Abhishek Banerjee to give voice sample on July 15 in intimidatory speech case

The Calcutta High Court ordered Abhishek Banerjee to give his voice sample on July 15. Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya expressed displeasure over the delay in providing the sample. The court directed police to ensure Banerjee faces no harassment during his appearance. Banerjee's plea seeking quashing of proceedings was dismissed as withdrawn.…

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The Economic Times · Jul 9

High Court appoints special officer for debit-frozen TMC bank accounts for Mamata-led group's daily expenses

The Calcutta High Court appointed a special officer to manage TMC bank accounts. These accounts were frozen following a complaint alleging proceeds of crime. The officer will oversee daily expenses until September 2026. Transactions for legal costs and the officer's honorarium are permitted. The court awaits the Election Commission's decision…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

TMC, BJP workers clash during Baruipur rape-murder protest rally in Kolkata

TMC and BJP youth wing workers clashed during a protest march in Kolkata. Police used batons to control the agitated groups engaged in fist fights. The Calcutta High Court had granted permission for the rally under strict conditions. One accused in the Baruipur incident was killed in an alleged encounter.…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

TMC bank accounts debit-freeze, Calcutta High Court adjourns hearing till Thursday

A private bank reported to the Calcutta High Court regarding frozen Trinamool Congress accounts. The court adjourned the hearing after noting the solicitor general's personal difficulty. The Mamata Banerjee-led faction challenged the debit freeze of three party bank accounts. The court is considering appointing retired judges as special officers for…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

Calcutta HC seeks affidavits from Mamata Banerjee, Abhishek over July 21 rally

The Calcutta High Court has ordered Trinamool Congress leaders Mamata Banerjee and Abhishek Banerjee to submit affidavits in response to a contempt petition. The petition alleges that the party violated a 2018 court order by completely blocking arterial roads during their July 21, 2025, Martyrs' Day rally. The court previously…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

Calcutta HC asks private bank to disclose corpus in TMC bank accounts

The Calcutta High Court has ordered a private bank to reveal the funds in the Trinamool Congress's frozen accounts. The court is examining a petition by the Mamata Banerjee faction challenging the debit freeze, which followed a complaint by rebel MLAs. The Bidhannagar Police will also present investigation records, with…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

PM Modi marching to 'environmental disaster' in Great Nicobar: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has criticized Prime Minister Modi's Great Nicobar Island Project, labeling it an "environmental disaster." He highlighted extensive public engagement and legal challenges against the project, citing violations of environmental laws and the Forest Rights Act. Ramesh asserted that the nation's "ecological conscience is on trial" as…

The Economic Times · Jun 24

West Bengal: SC allows petitioner to approach Calcutta HC with plea over exclusion from ration list

The Supreme Court has permitted a petitioner to take his plea to the Calcutta High Court, alleging that individuals excluded from West Bengal's special electoral roll revision are being removed from ration lists. The state's Food and Supplies Department initiated a verification drive to identify and delete ineligible Public Distribution…

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