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August 16, 2026, 12:20 PM - 3 min read
Abhishek Banerjee emphasised that the final note raises troubling questions about a "sustained smear campaign," blaming the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and sections of the media to reflect on the real-world impact of relentless public allegations. Highlighting the dangers of condemning individuals in the "court of public opinion before the truth is established," the leader called for strict boundaries in political discourse and journalistic practices.
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August 10, 2026, 03:10 PM - 3 min read
A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant, Justice Jayamalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana allowed Banerjee’s plea, subject to certain conditions.
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August 8, 2026, 12:57 PM - 3 min read
The development came a day after CID officials visited Roy’s residence on Canal Road to serve him a notice. He was reportedly not present at the house when investigators arrived. On Friday, a team also visited his New Alipore residence and served another notice directing him to appear before the investigating officers.
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August 5, 2026, 03:08 PM - 2 min read
During the hearing, the court ordered the formation of a specialised medical board comprising ophthalmologists from SSKM Hospital. The board has been tasked with conducting a comprehensive examination of Banerjee’s eyes and determining whether the required advanced treatment can be provided within India.
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July 31, 2026, 04:19 PM - 2 min read
Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya issued the order following a petition submitted by Banerjee, who alleged that a string of criminal cases had been instituted against him following the recent change of government in the state.
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July 29, 2026, 08:19 PM - 2 min read
In his petition, Diamond Harbour MP underscored the cooperation he showed with the investigating agencies and advocated for the 'DJ case' registered against him.
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July 23, 2026, 01:09 PM - 2 min read
Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Banerjee, argued that his client was facing a series of FIRs being filed “one after another” in various districts. He submitted that three additional FIRs had been registered recently and contended that requiring separate legal action in each case would be impractical. Sibal urged the court to provide a consolidated protection applicable to all present and future cases.
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July 19, 2026, 03:40 PM - 3 min read
Even as the hearing was underway, activity resumed at the Amtala site, where bulldozers were brought in and a heavy police presence was deployed. Fire brigade units were also kept on standby, and the area remained under tight security.
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July 18, 2026, 09:00 PM - 4 min read
"This is the BJP's script. You have to speak their language to save yourself from the police. If you don't abuse Abhishek Banerjee, the police won't spare you. You only remain safe if you hurl abuses at me," Banerjee said.
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July 15, 2026, 01:22 PM - 2 min read
The case, currently under investigation by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), stems from statements made by Banerjee at a political rally, where his remarks involving DJs drew criticism for being provocative. Investigators had sought the voice sample to aid their probe, a request that was earlier approved by the court.
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July 10, 2026, 03:32 PM - 3 min read
Banerjee had approached the High Court challenging a lower court’s order directing him to submit a voice sample as part of the investigation.
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