Mamata Banerjee Appears Before Calcutta High Court in Post-Poll Violence PIL

Mamata Banerjee appeared before the Calcutta High Court in lawyer’s robes in a PIL concerning alleged post-poll violence in West Bengal. The petition raised issues relating to violence, displacement of families, failure to register FIRs, and protection of citizens following the Assembly election results.

Supreme Court Collegium Recommends 9 Advocates as Judges of Calcutta High Court

The Supreme Court Collegium has recommended the appointment of nine advocates as judges of the Calcutta High Court during meetings held on May 11 and 12, 2026. The appointments will take effect after approval by the Central Government and issuance of warrants by the President of India.