The Court refused to grant the ED an immediate CBI probe but issued the following directions:
Notice Issued: The Court has formally issued notice to the State of West Bengal and the DGP.
Status Quo on Evidence: The Bench directed the West Bengal Government to ensure that the laptop and documents allegedly removed by the CM are kept in "safe custody" and not tampered with until the next hearing.
No Coercive Action: The Court stayed any "retaliatory" FIRs filed by the West Bengal Police against the ED officers involved in the I-PAC raid.
Bypassing High Court: The CJI observed that since the Calcutta High Court is currently facing "unrest," the Supreme Court will continue to hear this matter to ensure a neutral environment.
