SC Hears ED's Plea Against West Bengal Govt Over I-PAC Raids

• Supreme Court commences hearing on ED's plea against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and state officials.
• ED alleges obstruction of search operation at I-PAC offices, a firm linked to All India Trinamool Congress.
• West Bengal government sought time to respond to ED's rejoinder affidavit, but SC refused adjournment.
• State government requested a five-judge Bench, citing substantial constitutional interpretation questions.
• Senior Advocate Shyam Divan argued ED lacks corporate existence, cannot claim fundamental rights violation, and dispute requires constitutional framework for Centre-State issues.