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Calcutta High Court
Kolkata
The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India, established in 1862. It has jurisdiction over West Bengal and the Union Territory of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
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Peaceful Protest Not an Offence Merely Because Authorities Dislike It, FIR Against Six SLST Aspirants Quashed: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has quashed a criminal case registered against six school job aspirants who protested against alleged irregularities in the recruitment process conducted by the School Service Commission in West Bengal. Justice Anuj Singh passed the judgment on October 9, 2026, allowing a writ petition filed by…
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Security Measures Sought After Advocate Attacked on Court Premises, Lawyers Urged to End Strike: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has taken suo motu action following reports of attacks on lawyers inside court premises in West Bengal. In an order dated October 7, 2026, a division bench comprising Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge and Justice Om Narayan Rai expressed concern over the incidents and the resulting…
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SC/ST Act Proceedings Against Husband’s Family Quashed for Lack of Material Supporting Caste-Based Offences: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against Anita Mahajan, Sadhan Chandra Mahajan, Bihan Mahajan, Papri Debnath and Piyali Bhowmick in two connected cases concerning allegations of matrimonial cruelty and caste-based offences. Justice Shampa Dutt (Paul) delivered the judgment on 29.09.2026 in CRR…
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ST\SC Act Further Cyber Investigation Ordered Into Facebook Caste-Abuse Complaint, Court Says Public View Extends to Digital Domain: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has set aside an order accepting a “Nil/No clue” police report in a caste-abuse case involving Facebook posts. The judgment was delivered by Justice Uday Kumar on 25.09.2026 in CRR 2992 of 2023. The case arose from a complaint filed by Sri Sayan Mondal, who belongs to the Scheduled Caste…
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Journalists Protected from Coercive Steps in ‘Gerua Gundami’ FIR Over Anandabazar Patrika Article: Calcutta High Court
The Supreme Court has allowed an appeal filed by Sanu Varghese Shoukkathali, the complainant in a case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The dispute arose after the High Court, in revision, had ordered a fresh trial from the stage of defence evidence. The High Court had relied on the Supreme…
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DNA Did Not Match Newborn Child, Sexual Assault Conviction Set Aside by Giving Benefit of Doubt: Madhya Pradesh High Court
The Madhya Pradesh High Court at Jabalpur has allowed an appeal filed by Teerath @ Chotu Tekam and acquitted him of the charges for which he had been convicted by the trial court. The judgment was delivered by Justice Devnarayan Mishra on 17 September 2026. The trial court had convicted Teerath in S.T. No.35/2021…
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Court Declines Relief to Tulu Mandal After He Left India Before FIR, Notes Recovery of ₹28 Crore Cash and 15 Kg Gold: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has refused to interfere with the arrest warrant and subsequent proclamation issued against Md. Nazibuddin @ Tulu Mondal in connection with a criminal case registered in Birbhum. 1. Criminal Case and Arrest Warrant The case, CRR 3444 of 2026, arose from Mohammad Bazar Police Station Case (FIR)…
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Gold Flake Trademark Injunction Upheld in IJM Gold Stag Dispute: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has dismissed an appeal challenging an interim injunction in a trademark and trade-dress dispute involving ITC Limited’s “Gold Flake” cigarette brand and the “IJM Gold Stag” mark. A Division Bench of Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharyya and Justice Supratim Bhattacharya delivered the judgment on…
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Three-Year-Old Child Ordered to Be Returned to Couple by Child Welfare Committee: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has directed the Child Welfare Committee to return a minor child to the petitioners, Smt. Aparna Das and another, after finding that the child did not fall within the legal category of a child in need of care and protection. The order was passed by Justice Krishna Rao in WPA No. 13525 of 2026.…
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Minor Driving Without a Licence Cannot Bar Compensation for a Fatal Accident Caused by Another Vehicle: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has increased compensation in a fatal road accident case involving a 17-year-old scooter rider. The court held that driving without a licence alone cannot prevent a victim's family from receiving compensation when another vehicle causes the accident through rash and negligent driving. Justice…
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Advocate’s Court Order Sheet Tampering Called “Extremely Shocking”, Matter Referred to Bar Council of West Bengal: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has sought action by the Bar Council, West Bengal, against a lawyer after finding that the lawyer allegedly incorporated the name of an alleged contemnor into a court order sheet instead of correcting the cause title of a contempt application. The matter arose in CPAN No. 214 of 2025 in WPA No.…
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498A Case Quashed After Mutual Consent Divorce, Continuation Would Amount to Abuse of Judicial Process: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has quashed a criminal proceeding under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) against Sri Prince Bansal, observing that the matrimonial dispute had been settled and the marriage had been dissolved through mutual consent. Justice Uday Kumar passed the order on 14 September 2026 in CRR 2063…
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SC/ST Act Proceedings Against Husband’s Family Quashed for Lack of Material Supporting Caste-Based Offences: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against Anita Mahajan, Sadhan Chandra Mahajan, Bihan Mahajan, Papri Debnath and Piyali Bhowmick in two connected cases concerning allegations of matrimonial cruelty and caste-based offences. Justice Shampa Dutt (Paul) delivered the judgment on 29.09.2026 in CRR…
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DNA Did Not Match Newborn Child, Sexual Assault Conviction Set Aside by Giving Benefit of Doubt: Madhya Pradesh High Court
The Madhya Pradesh High Court at Jabalpur has allowed an appeal filed by Teerath @ Chotu Tekam and acquitted him of the charges for which he had been convicted by the trial court. The judgment was delivered by Justice Devnarayan Mishra on 17 September 2026. The trial court had convicted Teerath in S.T. No.35/2021…
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Three-Year-Old Child Ordered to Be Returned to Couple by Child Welfare Committee: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has directed the Child Welfare Committee to return a minor child to the petitioners, Smt. Aparna Das and another, after finding that the child did not fall within the legal category of a child in need of care and protection. The order was passed by Justice Krishna Rao in WPA No. 13525 of 2026.…
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Advocate’s Court Order Sheet Tampering Called “Extremely Shocking”, Matter Referred to Bar Council of West Bengal: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has sought action by the Bar Council, West Bengal, against a lawyer after finding that the lawyer allegedly incorporated the name of an alleged contemnor into a court order sheet instead of correcting the cause title of a contempt application. The matter arose in CPAN No. 214 of 2025 in WPA No.…
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Death Sentence of Convict Who Killed Wife With Axe in Front of Son Commuted to Life Imprisonment: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court's Circuit Bench at Jalpaiguri has refused to uphold the death penalty imposed on Sujit Dey Bhowmik, who was convicted of murdering his wife, Mitali Dey Bhowmick, with an axe at her parental home in Maynaguri, Jalpaiguri district. The Division Bench of Justice Shampa Sarkar and Justice Smita Das…
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Victim Cannot Be Denied Investigation Documents Under BNSS Merely for Incorrectly Citing CrPC Provision: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has delivered a significant judgment clarifying the rights of victims in criminal cases. The Court emphasized that a victim is entitled to obtain copies of investigation documents under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), even if the victim mistakenly mentions the wrong statutory…
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Criminal Proceedings Against Family Member of Sole Proprietorship Under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act Quashed: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has recently passed a significant judgment in a criminal revision case, emphasizing that criminal proceedings against a family member of a sole proprietorship based on cheque bounce allegations cannot be sustained under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The court clarified…
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Mediation Cannot Be Forced in Mutual Consent Divorce Cases; Trial Court Order Set Aside: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has held that couples seeking divorce by mutual consent cannot be compelled to undergo mediation against their wishes. The Court set aside the order of the Trial Court which had dismissed a joint divorce petition only because the husband and wife did not appear before the mediator. The Division…
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Pregnant Woman Granted Interim Bail in NDPS Case on Humanitarian Grounds: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has granted interim bail to Shaista Khan, who is facing prosecution under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985, after considering her advanced stage of pregnancy. The Court held that although offences under the NDPS Act carry strict bail conditions, humanitarian…
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Mere Designation as Director Is Insufficient to Prosecute for Cheque Bounce Without Specific Role in Company Affairs Under Sections 138 and 141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has held that a Director of a company cannot be prosecuted under Sections 138 and 141 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 merely because of his designation as a Director. The Court ruled that the complaint must contain specific and clear allegations showing that the Director was in charge…
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Cheque Dishonour Case Against Director Quashed; Mere Designation as Director Not Sufficient Under the Negotiable Instruments Act: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court has ruled that a person cannot be prosecuted in a cheque dishonour case only because he holds the post of Director in a company. The Court observed that specific allegations about the person’s role and responsibility in the company’s business are necessary before applying Section 141 of the…
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Order XXXIX Rule 4 CPC Applied in SC/ST Employees Welfare Council Bank Account Dispute Under Societies Registration Rules: Calcutta High Court
Calcutta High Court Judgment on Order XXXIX Rule 4 CPC: Dispute over Operation of Bank Accounts of Registered Society and Application of West Bengal Societies Registration Act Regulations Background of the Case The case was heard before the Calcutta High Court, Appellate Side, involving an appeal filed by Akhilesh…
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Owners’ Plea to Recall Order Allowing Use of Property’s 'Ghat' for Chhath Puja Denied: Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court recently rejected an application by the property owners, seeking to recall an earlier order permitting the use of a riverbank (ghat) situated within their premises for the celebration of Chhath Puja. The single bench, led by Justice Rai Chattopadhyay, observed that the applicants had failed to…
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Suspension of Junior Doctors at RG Kar Medical College Stayed Over Alleged 'Threat Culture': Calcutta High Court
In a recent ruling by the Kolkata High Court, the legitimacy of suspension orders from R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital was put to the test under the West Bengal Medical Colleges (Regulation of Admission and Prohibition of Capitation Fee) Act, 2013. This case highlights significant issues surrounding student…
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Prohibitory Orders Set Aside, Junior Doctors Allowed to Stage Protest Near 'Durga Puja Carnival': Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the West Bengal High Court has allowed the Joint Platform of Doctors to hold their "Droher Carnival" on October 15, 2024, despite an order from the Commissioner of Police, Kolkata, which prohibited any assembly due to potential disturbances during the state-organized "Immersion Carnival."…
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State Directed to Submit Report on Fatal Coal Mine Blast in Birbhum District: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling concerning the Right to Information Act, the Calcutta High Court addressed critical issues surrounding public safety and government accountability in the case of Bharatiya Abahelito Party & Anr. Vs. The State of West Bengal & Ors. The judgment was delivered on 14th October 2024 by Justices Uday…
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Discretion of Tendering Authority Reaffirmed, Judicial Interference in Tender Qualifications Restricted: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, a Single Bench led by Justice Shampa Sarkar has dismissed a writ petition from a bidder whose technical evaluation was rejected by the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC). The case centers around a tender issued on 6 March 2024 for the empanelment of transportation agencies tasked with evacuating…
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Court Grants Bail to Nine Detained for Allegedly Raising 'Anti-Establishment' Slogans at Durga Puja Pandal: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the Calcutta High Court has granted bail to nine youths arrested for raising anti-establishment slogans outside a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata’s Rabindra Sarovar area. The decision, delivered by Justice Shampa Sarkar, emphasizes the importance of freedom of expression and the right to peaceful…
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Court Takes Suo Motu Cognisance Of Matters Concerning Prisoners With Mental Illness And Mental Disabilities In Bengal : Calcutta High Court
In a recent court session held on October 3, 2024, a detailed review of various cases concerning the welfare of prisoners was conducted. The session focused on the conditions of mentally ill and terminally ill prisoners, highlighting several critical aspects regarding their rights and health. The West Bengal State…
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Calcutta High Court Urges Centre To Elevate West Bengal AIIMS To Same Standards As AIIMS Delhi Due To Inadequate Post-Mortem Facilities : Calcutta High Court
In a recent ruling, the Calcutta High Court addressed critical infrastructural deficiencies at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Kalyani, which have raised concerns regarding the quality of medical services provided to the public. The case, identified as CRR No. 4515 of 2024, involved multiple…
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Court Directs Post-Mortem at AIIMS Hospital for Child Rape Victim, Orders Inclusion of POCSO Charges: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the High Court at Calcutta addressed a crucial matter involving the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, particularly focusing on the post-mortem examination procedures in a case of alleged sexual offences. The court's decision comes after the State of West Bengal filed a revisional application…
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Court Orders Enquiry Against Police Officers Allegedly Involved In Evidence Tampering In Sexual Assault Case: Calcutta High Court
In a significant ruling, the Calcutta High Court has directed an inquiry against police officers accused of tampering with evidence in a case of sexual assault. This decision, delivered by Justice Rajasrhi Bharadwaj, underscores the judiciary's commitment to uphold the rights of victims under the Indian Penal Code,…
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Court Rules That MGNREGA Schemes Can't Be Withheld Due To Inquiry Into Irregular Disbursement Of Amount To Certain Beneficiaries: Calcutta High Court
In a recent hearing on September 26, 2024, the Supreme Court dealt with multiple petitions concerning the implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) in West Bengal. The petitions highlight significant delays in job allotment under the scheme, which has led to considerable…
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Court Denies Relief To Retired IPS Officer Over Remarks About Women In Red-Light Areas During RG Kar Incident: Calcutta High Court
In a notable case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, the High Court of West Bengal examined the legal proceedings initiated against Sri Pankaj Kumar Datta, a retired Indian Police Service officer, concerning statements he made during a convention addressing serious allegations of crime within the medical…
Court Rules ₹120 Court Fee Applies to Section 34 Applications Against Arbitral Awards, Higher Fees Under Entry No. 1(10) Inapplicable: Calcutta High Court
Section 34 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 came under judicial scrutiny in a recent case before the High Court of Calcutta, wherein the petitioners challenged an arbitration award. The judgment centered around the question of whether the deficit court fees paid at the time of filing the petition rendered…
About the Calcutta High Court
The Calcutta High Court is the oldest High Court in India, established in 1862. It has jurisdiction over West Bengal and the Union Territory of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Seat
Kolkata
State / UT
West Bengal
Region
East India
