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Dinbandhu Midya, 18, found hanging at Bakcha's Goramahal paan shop. His mother accused TMC of 'murder'. Police investigation ongoing. High Court ordered state hospital postmortem with videography, questioning state infrastructure.
An 18-year-old BJP worker was discovered deceased in the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal. The family alleges TMC involvement in the incident.
Banerjee asked MLA Mallick to leave campaign vehicle due to strong women's reactions, highlighting impact on public perception. Emphasized the need for Mallick's individual campaign to avoid negative reactions.
Mamata Banerjee criticizes Calcutta HC, faces petition for accusing judiciary. Abhishek alleges HC-BJP nexus, compares HC's actions to match-fixing. Bhattacharya submits evidence. Banerjee criticizes Abhijit Ganguly in Tamluk rally.
Kolkata endured its hottest April day in 44 years at 41.6C. A 10-day heatwave saw temperatures over 40C five times. No rain is expected until at least May 2, with a red alert issued for certain districts.
SC mandates exceptional gov officer court appearances via video-conference, overruling Calcutta HC. State challenges summoning of SP residing far from Kolkata. HC notices bail inconsistencies in narcotics case, emphasizing citizen's liberty.
Kolkata schools maintain offline education amidst the heatwave, while hospitals shift to online consultations. BP Poddar Hospital and AMRI Hospitals observe a significant increase in online consultations, adapting to patient needs during the scorching weather.
Banerjee criticizes BJP candidate Ganguly for job loss, supports TMC candidate in Tamluk. Mentions Bikash Bhattacharya, Suvendu Adhikari. Challenges BJP candidate, urges electorate to vote for TMC. Calls for families of job loss victims on stage.
Amid job loss threats due to a Calcutta High Court order in a cash-for-jobs scam, affected teachers like Anisoor Rehaman fulfill Election Commission duties, supported by legal opinions, while striving to balance uncertainties and professional responsibilities.