Consumer forums can issue detention orders, not arrest warrants: Calcutta HC
Sunday, 6 April 2025 Calcutta High Court clarified that consumer forums cannot issue arrest warrants like a criminal court, but can only order civil detention to enforce judgments. This arose from a case where an arrest warrant was wrongfully issued against a branch manager by the District Consumer Forum for an automobile payment dispute.
The Supreme Court has instructed the West Bengal government to disburse 25% Dearness Allowance (DA) to its employees within three months, marking an interim.. IndiaTimes
Murshidabad in West Bengal witnessed violent clashes on April 14, 2025, resulting in three deaths linked to protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025. West Bengal Police have arrested 150 people, and additional security forces have been deployed in affected areas like Samserganj, Dhuliyan, and Suti. BJP MP Jyotirmay Singh Mahato has written to Amit Shah, requesting the imposition of AFSPA in four districts. The Calcutta High Court has also ordered the immediate deployment of central forces in Murshidabad to restore peace.
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