Bengal post-poll violence: Mamata govt moves Supreme Court against CBI probe
3 years, 4 months ago

Bengal post-poll violence: Mamata govt moves Supreme Court against CBI probe

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The West Bengal government has moved Supreme Court, thus challenging an order of the Calcutta High Court directing the Central Bureau of Investigation probe into post-poll violence in the state. The CBI on Tuesday had registered 10 more cases related to the alleged post-poll violence in West Bengal, taking the total number of such cases to 31. The High Court directives came following the submission of an NHRC committee report on the violence in the state after assembly election results were announced on May 2 declaring the victory of Mamata Banerjee led Trinamool Congress over its main rival the BJP in a bitterly fought eight-phase electoral battle. ALSO READ: CBI registers 10 more cases on orders of Calcutta High Court over post-poll violence in Bengal

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Mamata Banerjee on Bangladesh's territorial claims including Bengal: Will we have lollipop?
1 month ago

Mamata Banerjee on Bangladesh's territorial claims including Bengal: Will we have lollipop?

India TV News  

In a fiery speech in the West Bengal Assembly, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee responded to provocative remarks made by Bangladeshi politicians who claimed their country had legitimate territorial rights over parts of India, including Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha. Banerjee, not one to shy away from stirring words, quipped, “When external forces come to occupy Indian land, would Indians be handed …

‘Not conducive to fair probe’: SC shifts cases of BJP leader to CBI
1 month ago

‘Not conducive to fair probe’: SC shifts cases of BJP leader to CBI

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday transferred the investigation of two criminal cases against West Bengal BJP leader and advocate Kabir Shankar Bose from the state police to the Central Bureau of Investigation, stating that “the politically charged atmosphere in the State of West Bengal may not be very conducive to a fair investigation” by the local police. The bench, comprising …

SC transfers criminal cases against West Bengal BJP leader to CBI
1 month ago

SC transfers criminal cases against West Bengal BJP leader to CBI

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday transferred the investigation of two criminal cases against West Bengal BJP leader Kabir Shankar Bose from the state police to the Central Bureau of Investigation. Bose had petitioned the Supreme Court, asserting that the charges were fabricated and politically motivated, orchestrated by his father-in-law, Kalyan Banerjee, a senior TMC leader and Member of Parliament. In …

Routine Transfer Of Cases To CBI Overburdens It, Demoralises State Police Officers : Supreme Court
1 month, 1 week ago

Routine Transfer Of Cases To CBI Overburdens It, Demoralises State Police Officers : Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court recently observed that routine transfer of cases from state authorities to the Central Bureau of Investigation overburdens 'premier investigating agency' of the country and has a 'very serious demoralizing impact' on officers of the state police.The observation came while the Court was dealing with State of West Bengal's challenge to a Calcutta High Court order,. The Supreme …

'Senior WB Police Officers Competent, No Need For CBI' : Supreme Court Constitutes SIT To Probe Custodial Torture Allegations By RG Kar Protestors
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Senior WB Police Officers Competent, No Need For CBI' : Supreme Court Constitutes SIT To Probe Custodial Torture Allegations By RG Kar Protestors

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today constituted a Special Investigation Team to probe the allegations of custodial torture of 2 women arrested amid protests that took place in West Bengal after the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder incident.A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan was dealing with State of West Bengal's challenge to a Calcutta High Court order which directed …

Calcutta high court seeks report from govt on Beldanga clashes
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Calcutta high court seeks report from govt on Beldanga clashes

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: The Calcutta high court on Tuesday sought a report from the West Bengal police on the recent violence at Beldanga in Murshidabad district following two separate petitions by Bharatiya Janata Party leaders in the state. A division bench of the Calcutta High Court will hear the case again on Wednesday Koustav Bagchi, a lawyer and Bengal BJP leader, …

Calcutta High Court Weekly Round-Up: 11th November To 17th November, 2024
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Calcutta High Court Weekly Round-Up: 11th November To 17th November, 2024

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RG Kar Protest : Supreme Court Stays HC Direction For CBI Probe Into Alleged Custodial Torture Of Women By Kolkata Police
1 month, 4 weeks ago

RG Kar Protest : Supreme Court Stays HC Direction For CBI Probe Into Alleged Custodial Torture Of Women By Kolkata Police

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today stayed a Calcutta High Court order directing CBI probe into allegations of custodial torture of 2 women arrested amid protests that took place in West Bengal after the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder incident.A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan passed the order, while issuing notice on a petition filed by the State of …

Calcutta High Court Quashes Case Against BJP Leader Kailash Vijayvargiya Over Allegedly Misleading Post On 'X'
2 months ago

Calcutta High Court Quashes Case Against BJP Leader Kailash Vijayvargiya Over Allegedly Misleading Post On 'X'

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court has quashed a case against BJP leader Kailash Vijayvargiya, accused under Sections 504/505/120B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, for allegedly misleading posts regarding workers belonging to the ruling party posted on his X account.It was alleged by the State that Vijayvargiya had shared a fake video of women being assaulted on his X handle and …

West Bengal Girl's Rape-Murder: Authorities Under Fire for Irregularities in Post Mortem Procedures
2 months ago

West Bengal Girl's Rape-Murder: Authorities Under Fire for Irregularities in Post Mortem Procedures

ABP News  

A shocking case of rape and murder has sparked outrage in Alipurduar, West Bengal. A 6-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered in a pond, leading to an enraged mob lynching one of the accused, police said. The accused, a man in his forties, was tied to a tree and beaten severely by the crowd, a police officer confirmed. The …

Shah Warns of State-Sponsored Infiltration in Bengal, Demands BJP Govt for 2026 Elections
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2 months, 1 week ago

Shah Warns of State-Sponsored Infiltration in Bengal, Demands BJP Govt for 2026 Elections

India TV News  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has accused the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal of being involved in the state-sponsored infiltration and corruption. He called for a concerted effort to secure a two-thirds majority for the BJP in the 2026 West Bengal state elections. Shah also raised concerns for the safety of women in the state, referring to recent incidents …

Fighting for justice in Bengal: BJP President J.P. Nadda
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Fighting for justice in Bengal: BJP President J.P. Nadda

The Hindu  

As protests continue over the R. G. Kar rape and murder case in Kolkata, Union Health Minister and Bharatiya Janata Party President Jagat Prakash Nadda has said the BJP is committed to fighting injustice in West Bengal. Speaking at a Durga Puja event at Kolkata’s Santosh Mitra Square, Mr. Nadda affirmed the BJP’s “commitment to fighting injustice in West Bengal.” …

2021 post-poll violence: Supreme Court pulls up CBI for ‘scandalous allegations’ against West Bengal judiciary
3 months, 2 weeks ago

2021 post-poll violence: Supreme Court pulls up CBI for ‘scandalous allegations’ against West Bengal judiciary

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday pulled up the Central Bureau of Investigation for casting “scandalous” aspersions against the West Bengal judiciary to justify its plea to transfer the trial of cases related to the violence which occurred after the State Assembly elections in 2021. It is very unfortunate that the Central agency has chosen to cast aspersions on courts in …

Kolkata rape-murder case: BJP accuses Mamata of ‘waging war’ against people
4 months ago

Kolkata rape-murder case: BJP accuses Mamata of ‘waging war’ against people

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata rape-murder case highlights: The Supreme Court adjourned their hearing on matters related to the RG Kar case today and will resume hearing the case on September 17. During today's hearing, the Supreme Court pointed out various discrepancies such as the absence of a post mortem report challan, the filing of the FIR 14 hours late and differences in timelines …

Bengal Governor attacks Mamata Banarjee for 'incomplete' anti-rape bill submission
4 months ago

Bengal Governor attacks Mamata Banarjee for 'incomplete' anti-rape bill submission

India Today  

The Mamata Banerjee administration faced criticism from West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose for “failing to send” a technical report along with the recently passed anti-rape bill, a document necessary for his assent to the legislation, an official said. "The governor criticised the state administration for failing to attach the technical report along with the Aparajita Bill. As per the …

BJP Alleges 7 Rapes In 48 Hours In Bengal, Blames CM Mamata Banerjee
4 months, 1 week ago

BJP Alleges 7 Rapes In 48 Hours In Bengal, Blames CM Mamata Banerjee

ABP News  

Kolkata, Aug 30 The BJP on Friday alleged that seven rape cases have been reported from different parts of West Bengal in the last 48 hours but the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is threatening doctors over their protests on R.G. 7 rapes and in some cases murders too, reported from Mamata Banerjee’s West Bengal in last 48 hours…. But in …

‘Tragic, disrespectful’: Rajnath Singh's sharp reaction to Kolkata doctor rape-murder, slams CM Mamata Banerjee
4 months, 1 week ago

‘Tragic, disrespectful’: Rajnath Singh's sharp reaction to Kolkata doctor rape-murder, slams CM Mamata Banerjee

Hindustan Times  

Union defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday slammed the West Bengal government and chief minister Mamata Banerjee over their handling of the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital saying that “a lot remains to be done” in light of the ongoing atrocities and crimes against women in the country. Speaking at an event …

Kolkata Case: After Major Commotion in Bengal, Police Detains BJP Activist | Breaking News
4 months, 1 week ago

Kolkata Case: After Major Commotion in Bengal, Police Detains BJP Activist | Breaking News

ABP News  

West Bengal BJP called a 12-hour Bangla bandh on August 28 against the police action taken on students demonstrating against the Kolkata doctor's rape and murder, aiming to reach the West Bengal state secretariat, Nabanna, as part of their Nabanna Abhijan. Large-scale violence ensued on the streets of Kolkata and Howrah on Tuesday afternoon after protestors clashed with the police …

Kolkata rape-murder case highlights: Proposal for anti-rape bill approved
4 months, 1 week ago

Kolkata rape-murder case highlights: Proposal for anti-rape bill approved

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata rape-murder case highlights: The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party observed a 12-hour “Bangla Bandh” in West Bengal today to protest police action against protesters who participated in the 'Nabanna Abhijan' rally on Tuesday. Daily life was partially affected across the state as BJP workers tried stopping rail and bus services leading to police action. Over 200 people were arrested and …

Evening briefing: Centre reacts to Mamata's letter to PM Modi; Actor Baburaj accused of sexual abuse; and more
4 months, 1 week ago

Evening briefing: Centre reacts to Mamata's letter to PM Modi; Actor Baburaj accused of sexual abuse; and more

Hindustan Times  

The BJP-led NDA government at the Centre has rebuked the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government for its alleged failure to implement crucial safety measures for women and girls. Under the scheme, the State of West Bengal was allocated a total of 123 FTSCs, which included 20 exclusive POCSO Courts and 103 combined FTSCs dealing with both rape and POCSO Act …

Kolkata rape and murder case: Mamata writes to PM Modi for central law on sex assault, speedy trials
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Kolkata rape and murder case: Mamata writes to PM Modi for central law on sex assault, speedy trials

The Hindu  

As the Central Bureau of Investigation approached a court in Kolkata seeking permission to conduct polygraph tests on former principal of the R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital Sandip Kumar Ghosh and four other doctors, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi calling for a central legislation for speedy justice in cases of …

Mamata Banerjee writes to PM Modi, seeks tougher anti-rape legislation
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mamata Banerjee writes to PM Modi, seeks tougher anti-rape legislation

India TV News  

Kolkata doctor rape and murder case: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking stringent legislation to deal with incidents of rape. The development comes amid nationwide outrage over the horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor in state-run RG Kar hospital in Kolkata. The Supreme Court, which took …

SC observations raise serious questions about Trinamool govt.’s mindset: BJP
4 months, 2 weeks ago

SC observations raise serious questions about Trinamool govt.’s mindset: BJP

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday said that the adverse observations of the Supreme Court on the alleged rape-murder of a doctor in Kolkata raised serious questions about the “mindset and morality” of the Mamata Banerjee government in West Bengal. When asked about the Central government’s role in the matter, Mr. Trivedi said it was keeping a close watch on …

'Bengal Govt Shall Observe Necessary Restraint': Top 10 Supreme Court Quotes In Kolkata Doctor Murder Case
4 months, 2 weeks ago

'Bengal Govt Shall Observe Necessary Restraint': Top 10 Supreme Court Quotes In Kolkata Doctor Murder Case

ABP News  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that the rape and murder of a doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata is a horrific incident which has shcoked the country. The apex court while appointing a National Task Force for evolving a national consensus on ensuring safety for doctors observed that, "Women are at particular risk of …

Kolkata murder case highlights: Bengal govt to deploy retired policemen
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Kolkata murder case highlights: Bengal govt to deploy retired policemen

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata doctor rape-murder case highlights: Amid nationwide protests against the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar hospital in Kolkata, a Supreme Court bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud is hearing a suo motu case related to the RG Kar hospital incident. Meanwhile, West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose has arrived in Delhi to …

Did Bengal Govt Score A Self-Goal? Cancelled Derby Gives Mamata Critics Fresh Ammo Amid Kolkata Protests
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Did Bengal Govt Score A Self-Goal? Cancelled Derby Gives Mamata Critics Fresh Ammo Amid Kolkata Protests

News 18  

The cancelled Mohun Bagan vs. East Bengal derby has stirred a fresh row in Kolkata in the backdrop of protests against the rape-murder of a young doctor, with even a Trinamool Congress leader suggesting that such a move could send a wrong signal to residents of a football-loving state. With fans of bitter rivals Mohun Bagan and East Bengal hitting …

Kolkata rape-murder case: Mamata Banerjee demands hanging of culprits by Aug 18
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kolkata rape-murder case: Mamata Banerjee demands hanging of culprits by Aug 18

Hindustan Times  

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday urged the Central Bureau of Investigation to solve the Kolkata rape and murder case and facilitate the hanging of the culprits by Sunday claiming that the state police had already completed 90 per cent of the investigation. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addresses the media after meeting parents of a postgraduate …

'Just Like Bangladesh...': Bengal CM Mamata Accuses Oppn Of Trying To Grab Power Using Doctor Death Issue
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'Just Like Bangladesh...': Bengal CM Mamata Accuses Oppn Of Trying To Grab Power Using Doctor Death Issue

ABP News  

Amid the mounting attacks on the Trinamool Congress-led government in West Bengal over the alleged rape and murder of a junior doctor at a Kolkata hospital, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee hit back at the opposition, accusing them of trying to grab power in the state by organising "Bangladesh-like protests". Mamata Banerjee also alleged that Bengal was being subjected to a …

West Bengal Post-Poll Violence : Supreme Court Sets Aside HC Order Transferring Trial Of One Case, Says No Proper Service Of Notice To Accused
4 months, 3 weeks ago

West Bengal Post-Poll Violence : Supreme Court Sets Aside HC Order Transferring Trial Of One Case, Says No Proper Service Of Notice To Accused

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on August 9 set aside an order of the Calcutta High Court, transferring the trial commenced at Coochbehar to Special CBI Court at Siliguri in the case lodged in the aftermath of the 2021 West Bengal Legislative Assembly elections for serious offences including murder and rape.The Supreme Court set aside the High Court order on the grounds …

BJP demands resignation of West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee
4 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP demands resignation of West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee

The Hindu  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday sought immediate resignation of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, asserting that attempts were made to destroy the evidence in the alleged rape and murder of a doctor at R.G. At a press conference, BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said women in West Bengal under Ms. Banerjee as the Chief Minister were not feeling …

Kolkata doctor’s rape-murder: BJP alleges delay in investigation
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kolkata doctor’s rape-murder: BJP alleges delay in investigation

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday attacked the West Bengal government, alleging delay and mishandling of the Kolkata trainee doctor’s alleged rape and murder case. Doctors and nursing staff participate in a huge mass rally near RG Kar Medical College and Hospital protesting against rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata “The first 48 hours following …

Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: 'You are free to abuse me, but...', says Mamata Banerjee on protests
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: 'You are free to abuse me, but...', says Mamata Banerjee on protests

India TV News  

Kolkata doctor rape-murder case: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said that her government has taken comprehensive measures in response to the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9. The victim, a second-year postgraduate trainee doctor in the chest medicine department, was found dead in …

Supreme Court Issues Notice On West Bengal Govt Plea Against HC Judgement Quashing OBC Classification Of 77 Communities
5 months ago

Supreme Court Issues Notice On West Bengal Govt Plea Against HC Judgement Quashing OBC Classification Of 77 Communities

Live Law  

The Supreme Court today, issued notice in a petition filed by the State of West Bengal against the Calcutta High Court's judgment which quashed the classification of 77 communities as Other Backward Classes given under the West Bengal Backward Classes Act, 2012 and. The Supreme Court today, issued notice in a petition filed by the State of West Bengal against …

Bengal govt sets up committee to review new criminal laws
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bengal govt sets up committee to review new criminal laws

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: The West Bengal government has set up a seven-member committee headed by a retired judge of the Calcutta high court to review the three new criminal laws. “The state government is pleased hereby to constitute a committee for reviewing the said criminal laws Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 and the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023,” …

Calcutta High Court restrains Mamata Banerjee from defaming Governor Ananda Bose
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Calcutta High Court restrains Mamata Banerjee from defaming Governor Ananda Bose

The Hindu  

The Calcutta High Court has restrained West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from making any defamatory statements against Governor C.V. Ananda Bose. The court observed that prima facie there is a case of defamation.“In view of the above, the defendants are restrained from making any defamatory or incorrect statement against the plaintiff by way of publication and on social platforms …

Mamata Banerjee restrained from making defamatory statements against Bengal Governor, orders Calcutta HC
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mamata Banerjee restrained from making defamatory statements against Bengal Governor, orders Calcutta HC

India TV News  

The Calcutta High Court has restrained Mamata Banerjee from making defamatory statements against West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose. The judgment of the High Court has come after CV Ananda Bose moved an interim application in the defamation suit filed by him against the Chief Minister, two TMC MLAs and a Trinamool Congress leader. On Monday, Mamata Banerjee firmly stood …

West Bengal: BJP'S Suvendu Leads Sit-In Against TMC Violence
5 months, 3 weeks ago

West Bengal: BJP'S Suvendu Leads Sit-In Against TMC Violence

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: West Bengal leader of the opposition Suvendu Adhikari staged a four-hour sit-in demonstration with a group of around BJP 300 workers outside Raj Bhavan on Sunday against the post-poll violence allegedly by the Trinamul Congress in the state. Mr Adhikari however announced the plan of a new agitation by the BJP on July 21, the day when TMC holds …

Woman assault case: Mamata targets BJP, says 'two-year-old video is being circulated to malign Bengal'
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Woman assault case: Mamata targets BJP, says 'two-year-old video is being circulated to malign Bengal'

India TV News  

TMC chief and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday slammed the Bharatiya Janata Party and a section of the media for allegedly maligning the state over the recent incident of mob assault in Ariadha in North 24 Parganas district. The chief minister, while speaking to reporters at the Kolkata airport, said a two-year-old incident, a video clip of …

West Bengal's suit on CBI probe despite withdrawal of general consent maintainable: SC
5 months, 4 weeks ago

West Bengal's suit on CBI probe despite withdrawal of general consent maintainable: SC

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Wednesday held as maintainable a suit filed by the West Bengal government which alleged that the CBI was continue probes into various cases despite the state's withdrawal of general consent on November 16, 2018.A bench of Justices B R Gavai and Sandeep Mehta said the state's suit shall proceed in accordance with law on …

SC rejects WB govt's plea against HC order directing CBI probe into allegations in Sandeshkhali
6 months ago

SC rejects WB govt's plea against HC order directing CBI probe into allegations in Sandeshkhali

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed a plea filed by the West Bengal government challenging the Calcutta High Court's order which directed a CBI investigation into the allegations of crimes against women and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali. While hearing the plea on April 29, the apex court asked the West Bengal government as to why the state should …

Calcutta High Court allows Suvendu Adhikari to stage dharna outside Raj Bhawan
6 months ago

Calcutta High Court allows Suvendu Adhikari to stage dharna outside Raj Bhawan

India Today  

The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday passed an order allowing West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari to stage a dharna outside the Raj Bhawan. Adhikari, the Leader of Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, had moved the court to seek permission for a dharna in front of the Raj Bhawan over post-poll violence in the state. Suvendu Adhikari had written …

West Bengal government announces ₹2 lakh compensation to kin of lynching victims
6 months ago

West Bengal government announces ₹2 lakh compensation to kin of lynching victims

The Hindu  

The West Bengal government on Tuesday announced compensation of ₹2 lakh to each of the bereaved families and job appointment as Home Guard for the victims’ next of kin following recent incidents of violence and lynching in the State. We are all sorry about such incidents,” former West Bengal Chief Secretary and Advisor to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Alapan Bandyopadhyay …

‘…Mamata-raj jaisa hota hai’: BJP on ‘horrific’ woman's flogging in Bengal; Trinamool Congress reacts
6 months, 1 week ago

‘…Mamata-raj jaisa hota hai’: BJP on ‘horrific’ woman's flogging in Bengal; Trinamool Congress reacts

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday came down heavily on the ruling Trinamool Congress in West Bengal over a video of a man assaulting a woman in Chopra in West Bengal's Uttar Dinajpur, claiming that “Sandeshkhali gave Sheikh Shahjahan and north Dinajpur gave Tajmul alias "JCB” – the accused. The man, Tajmul alias "JCB” who is allegedly a TMC leader, …

'Will Sharia Law be Applied in West Bengal...': BJP Slams TMC MLA's 'Muslim Rashtra' Comment
6 months, 1 week ago

'Will Sharia Law be Applied in West Bengal...': BJP Slams TMC MLA's 'Muslim Rashtra' Comment

News 18  

West Bengal BJP on Monday slammed the ruling Trinamool Congress for its MLA’s “Muslim Rashtra” comment. “Has TMC declared West Bengal to be a Muslim Rashtra wherein the rule of Sharia will be applied?” After a chilling video of a couple being thrashed by a man surfaced from north Bengal’s Uttar Dinajpur district, Chopra MLA Hamidul Rahaman said: “In Our …

Calcutta High Court Declines VHP's Plea Seeking Action Against CM Mamata Banerjee For Allegedly Objectionable Remarks Against Monk
6 months, 1 week ago

Calcutta High Court Declines VHP's Plea Seeking Action Against CM Mamata Banerjee For Allegedly Objectionable Remarks Against Monk

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court has declined to hear a public interest litigation by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, for making allegedly objectionable remarks against a monk during her election rally for the recently concluded Lok Sabha polls.While dismissing the plea, a division bench of Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam and Justice. The Calcutta High Court …

Calcutta HC Directs State To Ensure Law & Order In Post-Poll Violence Affected Areas, Asks Centre To Take Steps Including Deploying Armed Forces If Needed
6 months, 1 week ago

Calcutta HC Directs State To Ensure Law & Order In Post-Poll Violence Affected Areas, Asks Centre To Take Steps Including Deploying Armed Forces If Needed

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court has directed the state government to ensure that law and order is restored to areas which were affected in violence which erupted in the aftermath of the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. A division bench of Justices Harish Tandon and Hiranmay Bhattacharya had earlier directed for the State to ensure that those displaced in the violence were …

West Bengal Governor orders police to vacate Raj Bhavan premises | Here's Why
6 months, 3 weeks ago

West Bengal Governor orders police to vacate Raj Bhavan premises | Here's Why

India TV News  

Amid escalating tensions over post-poll violence in the state, West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose on Monday ordered city personnel deployed in the Raj Bhavan premises to immediately vacate the area so that it can be converted into a 'Jan Manch'. "The governor has directed police officers deployed inside Raj Bhavan, including the 'officer-in-charge', to immediately vacate the premises," …

BJP forms four-member committee to look into political violence in West Bengal
6 months, 3 weeks ago

BJP forms four-member committee to look into political violence in West Bengal

India TV News  

West Bengal: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday formed a four-member committee to look into the alleged political violence in West Bengal. The four-member committee includes Biplab Kumar Deb, Ravi Shankar Prasad, Brij Lal and Kavita Patidar, all BJP MPs, with Deb as its convener. The BJP said the Lok Sabha elections were held across the country and no instance …

West Bengal Governor writes to CM over police disallowing post-poll violence 'victims' from entering Raj Bhavan
6 months, 3 weeks ago

West Bengal Governor writes to CM over police disallowing post-poll violence 'victims' from entering Raj Bhavan

The Hindu  

West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose on June 14 wrote to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, seeking to know on what ground the police had stopped alleged victims of post-poll violence from entering the Raj Bhavan despite his office issuing necessary permission for it. Mr. Bose also visited Maheshwari Bhawan in Burrabazar and met people affected by violence in the …

Suvendu tries to enter Raj Bhawan with victims of post-poll violence, stopped
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Suvendu tries to enter Raj Bhawan with victims of post-poll violence, stopped

The Hindu  

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA and Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, along with alleged victims of post-poll violence, was on Thursday prevented by the Kolkata Police from entering the Raj Bhawan. arrived at Raj Bhawan with Mr. Adhikari, but the police prevented them from entering the premises citing Section 144 of the CrPC that was in force outside the Raj …

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