At least five injured in blast at sponge iron factory in West Bengal
Another police officer said the temperature around the furnace shot up to several degrees Celsius after the blast, making rescue operations extremely difficult
Sabyasachi Laskar, West Bengal's top NEET-UG scorer, will pursue computer science engineering at IIT Kharagpur. He aims to develop energy-efficient computer hardware for global sustainability initiatives. Laskar secured All India Rank 35 in the NEET-UG examination. He had already secured admission to IIT Kharagpur before the NEET retest. His mother confirmed engineering was always his primary career aspiration.
Preferring seclusion over inclusion
Despite improvement in security scenario in Kashmir, politicians continue to stay away from the common people and seem least interested in reaching out to the voters who elected them. The moot question they need to answer is, why do they prefer seclusion over inclusion? The growing perception seems that mainstream politics in Kashmir has drifted away from addressing everyday concerns of the common man and has got caught in a quagmire of issues that have little direct bearing on the lives of denizens in the Valley. Its a well-established fact that times have changed and there is no room left for emotional speeches and lip service. People want results. A common man wants to know what have the MLAs, whom he voted for in 2024, done for him. They want their elected representatives to speak up and be accountable to them. However, a large section of the people continues to feel alienatednot merely from governments, but from politics itself. Primary Responsibility The primary responsibility of any elected representative is simple: to improve the lives of the people who elected them. Employment, education, healthcare, infrastructure, investment, tourism, agriculture, business opportunities and transparent governance should dominate the political discourse. Unfortunately, many believe these issues often receive less attention than they deserve. Its strange that politicians in Kashmir leave no opportunity to give their opinion on any international issue that has nothing to do with the lives of the common people living in the Valley. Politicians frequently issue statements on conflicts in distant regions, geopolitical developments or global ideological debates. They need to realize that voters reasonably expect their elected representatives to devote the bulk of their time and political capital to solving the problems faced by the people whom they represent. Stark Contrast There is a stark contrast between the leaders of other regions in the country and the politicians hailing from Kashmir. Regional leaders largely focus on their respective states. Political leaders in West Bengal primarily concentrate on Bengals economy, education, healthcare and industries. Leaders in Maharashtra debate Maharashtras infrastructure and investment. Tamil Nadus politics revolves around issues affecting Tamil Nadu. For them governance remains rooted in local priorities. However, in Kashmir local politicians believe that if they dont issue statements on international developments, they might miss the bus. It seems they are unaware about the fact that their pep talk on the international issues has no takers. They need to understand that problems in the world cannot be solved by the people of Kashmir and Kashmiris have got nothing to do with these issues. Commentators on global affairs Mainstream leaders who stand elected to represent Kashmir often sound more like commentators on global affairs than advocates for local governance. Europe, Gaza, the United States and the Middle East dominate their rhetoric, while unemployment, development and the aspirations of Kashmirs youth dont get the same sustained attention. They are worried about the world despite being elected from Kashmir. Not many opposition leaders have posed any questions to the National Conference Government after it took over the reins in 2024. It appears that none of the Kashmir based leaders want to annoy the Chief Minister and his cabinet colleagues by asking direct and tough questions. Anyway, its their call. They need to remember people are watching and voters cannot be misled every time. Unemployment as challenge Local leaders seem to have forgotten that the unemployment crisis remains one of Kashmirs biggest challenges. Thousands of educated young men and women complete their degrees every year with hopes of securing meaningful employment. Instead, many spend years preparing for competitive examinations, waiting for recruitment notifications or seeking opportunities outside Jammu and Kashmir. This prolonged uncertainty has left the youth exasperated, many of whom feel that political promises made during elections rarely translate into tangible outcomes. Governance is not about creating hope during election campaigns alone; it is about delivering results after assuming office. Public trust is built through execution rather than rhetoric. Eye-opener events The political developments in Bangladesh and Nepal should serve as an eye-opener for Kashmirs mainstream leadership. In both countries, widespread public frustration with the political establishment eventually erupted into mass protests, driven by perceptions of poor governance, unfulfilled promises, economic hardship and a widening disconnect between rulers and the people. These events demonstrated that public patience has limits. No political leadership can remain insulated from popular sentiment if it consistently fails to address the aspirations of its citizens. The lesson for Kashmir is clear: legitimacy is earned through performance, accountability and public trustnot through political rhetoric or past electoral victories. Responsible politics requires honesty Responsible politics requires honesty. Citizens appreciate leaders who explain constraints while offering realistic solutions more than those who repeatedly make promises that cannot be implemented. They lose faith on the leaders who just hide behind the excuses. Kashmiri leaders must recognise that todays youth are more informed than ever before. Through digital media, they compare opportunities available across India and the world. They expect performance, transparency and accountability. Emotional narratives that may have dominated previous generations are no longer sufficient for a generation seeking careers, innovation and financial stability. Politicians must focus on implementation rather than delivering sermons. Relationship between citizens and their representatives should be based on trust. Trust grows when leaders spend more time listening than lecturing, more time solving than speaking and more time delivering than promising. People of Kashmir deserve an era in which governance takes precedence over grandstanding, development over distraction and public welfare over political theatre. Sheikh Khalid Jehangir is a policy analyst, Director of the International Centre for Peace Studies (ICPS), former Vice Chairman of JKPCC, and the BJPs 2019 Lok Sabha candidate from Srinagar.
SC seeks details of claims filed by deleted SIR voters; EC, Bengal govt asked to reply
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday sought responses from the Election Commission, the West Bengal government and the state poll panel on a PIL seeking disclosure of assembly constituency-wise data of claims and objections filed by deleted voters during the SIR process. A bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and []
Amit Shah to review law & order, border security during West Bengal visit
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit West Bengal from July 17 to 19. He will focus on border security and governance during his three-day trip. Shah will interact with Border Security Force personnel at a border outpost. He will also chair meetings on law and order and development projects. The minister will review the implementation of new criminal laws in the state.
4 students among 5 dead as train hits school van
A train struck a school van and bicycle at a West Bengal level crossing. Five people, including four children and a cyclist, tragically lost their lives. The railway ministry announced 10 lakh ex-gratia, and the state government will provide 5 lakh. The railway gateman has been arrested following the incident near Karnasubarna station. Injured children and the van driver are receiving treatment at a local hospital.
West Bengal: Shah On Two-Day WB Visit
Mr Shah, who landed at Bagdogra Airport in Siliguri, spent the night at Border Security Force (North Bengal Frontier) headquarters in Kadamtala: Reports
Abhishek Banerjee Questions Accountability Following Murshidabad Tragedy
Kolkata, July 17: Abhishek Banerjee, the national general secretary of the Trinamool Congress, has expressed his sorrow regarding the recent incident in Murshidabad, West Bengal. He raised questions about the central governments accountability on social media platform X, extending his condolences to the affected families and demanding responsibility for safety measures. In his post, Banerjee ... Read more Abhishek Banerjee Questions Accountability Following Murshidabad Tragedy
Sajad Lone Accuses NC of Trying to Bury Articles 370, 35A
Srinagar, July 17:J&K Peoples Conference President and MLA Handwara Sajad Lone launched a pointed attack on the National Conference on Friday, questioning both the timing and the real motive behind Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's call for a sit-in at Delhi's Jantar Mantar to press for statehood. Lone opened by noting the press conference had been delayed by a day out of respect for a bereavement in the Abdullah family and said his party's position has not shifted: the pre-August 5, 2019 status of Jammu and Kashmir, Article 370, Article 35A, and full statehood, remains paramount, with Article 370 the most important of the three. Lone's core argument was that major political decisions in a democracy require consensus, not unilateral calls to the street. He recalled that in early August 2019, Farooq and Omar Abdullah had traveled to Delhi without taking other parties into confidence, only for a photograph with the Prime Minister to emerge the next day along with assurances that nothing was going to change, assurances undone within forty-eight hours when Article 370 was revoked. He said that to this day, nobody knows what was actually said in that meeting, and that despite the public warmth shown toward the central leadership since then, the National Conference has never once confronted them publicly about being misled that day. He added that the media, too, has never asked the question directly. Turning to the present, Lone said the Jammu and Kashmir assembly may have lost its old powers but has not lost its representative character it remains the constitutional voice of the people. On that basis, he said it was unacceptable that no statehood resolution had been passed in nearly two years, and that his own attempts to move such a resolution had been blocked by the Speaker on grounds that the matter was sub judice. He specifically cited an amendment he moved on February 3, 2025 during the Governor's address, seeking to add a demand for the return of Article 370, 35A and statehood, which he said was rejected by voice vote with every NC member voting against it alongwith BJP leaders, a development he said went almost entirely unreported. Lone's central demand was that the government call an emergency session of the assembly, pass a resolution on statehood, and then send an all-party delegation without theatrics to meet the Prime Minister, the Home Minister and the Leader of the Opposition. Only if that route failed, he said, should Jantar Mantar even be considered, and his party would join at that stage. Bypassing the assembly and taking the issue straight to Delhi, he warned, would reduce the statehood question to a fight between the BJP and the opposition at the national level, stripping the people of Jammu and Kashmir of any real role in their own cause. He went further, suggesting the protest may not really be about statehood at all, but about quietly burying the demand for Article 370 and 35A issues that fall under Parliament's jurisdiction rather than the assembly's, and on which he said opposition parties had promised support during the election campaign that never materialized. He drew a historical parallel to 1975, when previous constitutional safeguards were similarly given up in exchange for power, calling the present moment a repeat of that pattern. Lone was equally critical of the Chief Minister's conduct in the run-up to the announced protest, noting that Omar Abdullah met the Defence Minister and several other Union ministers, and eventually the Prime Minister himself, in the days after declaring his intent to protest. He said Abdullah claimed to have raised statehood in that meeting and argued that if the Prime Minister, whom he called the final authority on statehood, had said no, the government owed the public a straight answer rather than proceeding to Jantar Mantar without clarifying what was actually said. He accused the National Conference of inconsistency, recalling how the party rushed to present shawls to central leaders even before final election results were in, and later sent flowers to the Union Home Minister after Mamata Banerjee's defeat in West Bengal, while simultaneously invoking anti-BJP rhetoric for public consumption. He also accused that non-NC MLAs from Kashmir, including himself, have faced administrative obstruction at the behest of NC leaders, while NC-aligned MLAs from Jammu face no such restrictions, a pattern he said exposed the party's selective use of power even within a diminished Union Territory framework. Lone closed by inviting the public to verify his account of the assembly amendments personally, urging people to search for his moved amendments to the Governor's address to see for themselves how the National Conference voted. He reiterated that dharnas historically produce little beyond media coverage, and suggested the protest also serves to distract from governance failures. He ended by saying that while he could not be certain of the National Conference's true motive, his assessment was that this was less a genuine campaign for statehood and more an exercise aimed at burying Article 370 and 35A for good, leaving statehood as a secondary and diminished consolation prize.
IMD forecasts extremely heavy rain in north Bengal, warns of landslides
The weather office said though a low-pressure area over Gangetic West Bengal had gradually weakened, the conditions were expected to trigger intense rainfall in north Bengal.
Shyam Steel to invest Rs 15,000 crore in West Bengal expansion
Shyam Steel Group will invest Rs 15,000 crores in West Bengal's expansion projects. This initiative will create over 20,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. The company plans to establish a new integrated steel plant and other strategic sector investments. These developments aim to boost regional infrastructure and economic growth significantly.
West Bengal CM promises strictest action against those responsible for Murshidabad train accident
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has assured strict action against those responsible for the Murshidabad train accident that claimed three lives, including two school students. He said negligence in duty would not be tolerated and directed officials to provide all possible assistance to the injured and affected families. State minister Gouri Sankar Ghosh visited the hospital and is overseeing relief efforts.
Supreme Court Rules on Citizenship Rights in West Bengals SIR Controversy
New Delhi, July 17: The Supreme Court addressed the West Bengal Special Intensive Revision (SIR) controversy during a hearing on Friday, reiterating that determining citizenship is not a constitutional right of the Election Commission. The Commissions authority is limited to controlling and supervising the electoral rolls, leaving no ambiguity in the legal framework. The Supreme ... Read more Supreme Court Rules on Citizenship Rights in West Bengals SIR Controversy
WBJEE Counselling 2026 Round 2 registration ends today: Check direct link to apply here
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) will close the WBJEE Counselling 2026 Round 2 registration and choice-filling process today, July 17. Candidates yet to secure a seat or seeking a better allotment must submit their preferences before the deadline. The Round 2 seat allotment result will be announced on July 21, followed by admission and document verification.
Five killed as train hits school van, bicycle at Murshidabad level crossing; gateman arrested
At least five people, including schoolchildren, were killed after a passenger train collided with a school van and a bicycle at a level crossing near Karnasubarna station in West Bengal's Murshidabad district. Several children and the van driver were injured, the railway gateman has been arrested, and authorities have ordered an inquiry while announcing compensation for the victims' families.
Train hits school pool car in Murshidabad, three killed
Three people, including two school children, were killed after a train collided with a pool car at a level crossing near Karna Subarna railway station in West Bengal's Murshidabad district. Railway officials have launched an investigation into the incident, while train services on the Azimganj-Katwa section were disrupted.
West Bengal Train Accident: 2 Schoolchildren Among 3 Killed as Train Hits Pool Car in Murshidabad
Three people, including two school students, died after a train collided with a school pool car at a level crossing near Karna Subarna Railway Station in West Bengal's Murshidabad district.
Train Hits School Van in West Bengal, Three Killed
Train services in the Azimganj-Katwa section of Eastern Railway's Howrah division were affected following the accident.
Train Collides with School Van in West Bengal, Four Dead Including Three Students
Kolkata, July 17: A tragic accident occurred in Murshidabad district of West Bengal on Friday morning when a train collided with a school van. This devastating incident resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including three schoolchildren. Additionally, three other students and the van driver sustained serious injuries and have been hospitalized. Preliminary investigations indicate ... Read more Train Collides with School Van in West Bengal, Four Dead Including Three Students
Murshidabad Train Accident Live Updates: The incident reportedly occured at 7 am, when students were headed to the school.
TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee accused the BJP of new tactics to boost parliamentary strength. He alleged the BJP manipulates Rajya Sabha elections through timed resignations and defections. Koel Mallick's resignation and expected BJP induction were highlighted as a strategic move. Banerjee criticized defections, calling them a dirty picture of West Bengal's political culture. He stated that the people of West Bengal will deliver the final verdict on these actions.
UP ATS raids TMC leader's home, madrasa in Bengal in terror funding case
Uttar Pradesh ATS conducted raids at multiple West Bengal locations on Thursday. These searches included a Trinamool leader's home and a madrasa in North 24 Parganas. The raids are connected to an alleged terror-funding case involving overseas money transfers. Both the local leader and his son were reportedly absconding during the search operations. The UP ATS had previously arrested the leader on similar charges two years ago.
Weather Tomorrow, July 17: The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall across many Indian states. Odisha expects the most intense showers, while other regions face thunderstorms and lightning. Delhi-NCR and parts of south India will experience hot and humid conditions. Active monsoon conditions are predicted to continue over eastern and northeastern India. Residents are advised to remain cautious of potential flooding and disruptions.
The recovery is part of ED's massive search operation carried out at 13 premises across West Bengal, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Maharashtra in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged terror funding and illegal infiltration network.
West Bengal rolls out investment push under new government
West Bengal has secured over Rs 28,000 crore in investment commitments recently. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is actively promoting industrial revival and attracting new businesses. Several major Indian corporations are planning substantial expansions and new projects within the state. Japanese conglomerate Mitsubishi is also considering a semiconductor manufacturing unit in West Bengal. The government aims to improve ease of doing business and restore investor confidence.
Rukmini Mallick quits Rajya Sabha, fourth TMC MP to resign
New Delhi: Trinamool Congress MP Rukmini Mallick on Thursday, July 14, resigned from the Rajya Sabha, the fourth TMC MP to do so ever since the Mamata Banerjee-led party was ousted from power in West Bengal. Mallick met the Rajya Sabha chairman and tendered her resignation. I do hereby resign from the membership of Rajya Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Suvendu Adhikari joins Rath Yatra in Kolkata amid heavy rain
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari celebrated Rath Yatra in Kolkata. He joined ISKCON devotees and pulled the chariot ropes at Albert Road. The Chief Minister expressed pride in participating in this significant religious festival. He also mentioned the state government's collaboration with ISKCON on various programs. Rath Yatra celebrations were observed across West Bengal with security.
WBJEEB releases ANM, GNM 2026 response sheet at wbjeeb.nic.in; direct link to download here
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has released the ANM and GNM 2026 recorded response sheet. Candidates can now access their OMR responses by logging into the official website. This allows aspirants to verify their marked answers and estimate potential scores. The examination is for admission to nursing courses across West Bengal. Candidates should carefully check their responses before the final results are announced.
West Bengal JEE Counselling 2026 Round 2 Choice Filling Ends Tomorrow: Check Seat Allotment Date
WBJEE Counselling 2026 Round 2 choice filling will close on July 17. Check the complete counselling schedule, Round 2 seat allotment date, reporting timeline and important events here.
For more than three decades, the Martyrs Day rally in West Bengal has been synonymous with Mamata Banerjee. This year, rival Trinamool factions and the Congress are competing to claim its political legacy
Electoral roll exclusion in West Bengal SIR does not bar PDS ration benefits: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has orally observed that exclusion of a persons name from the electoral roll pursuant to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal does not deprive the individual of entitlement to certain statutory welfare benefits, including subsidised food grains under the Public Distribution System (PDS). The Bench of Chief Justice of [] The post Electoral roll exclusion in West Bengal SIR does not bar PDS ration benefits: Supreme Court appeared first on India Legal .
BJP turns PM Modi visits to states into 'swachh' drives
Organized cleanliness drives now precede Prime Minister Modi's state visits across India. These initiatives transform pre-VVIP spruce-ups into public campaigns involving citizens and officials. Haryana launched a statewide drive ahead of Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Jind. Similar campaigns were observed in Odisha and West Bengal during recent visits. The true success of these drives will be measured by sustained cleanliness after the visits conclude.
West Bengal govt. forms judicial panel to probe corruption charges during Trinamool rule
Mamata Banerjee Defends Nephew Abhishek Amid Party Turmoil, Promises a Fresh Start
Kolkata, July 16: Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed her supporters in a video message on Wednesday, expressing her determination to regain political significance in the state and the country. She emphasized that she is not worried about starting anew. This statement comes as her party, the Trinamool Congress, has splintered into nearly ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Defends Nephew Abhishek Amid Party Turmoil, Promises a Fresh Start
Abhishek Banerjee Provides Voice Sample Amidst Legal Scrutiny
Kolkata, July 15: Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee submitted his voice sample on Wednesday at the Bidhannagar Court in North 24 Parganas, West Bengal. This follows a case against him for alleged hate speech. Previously, he had ignored two consecutive notices from the same district court. As the nephew of former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, ... Read more Abhishek Banerjee Provides Voice Sample Amidst Legal Scrutiny
WB Politics: Huge Setback For TMC As Madan Mitra Quits Mamata Banerjee Camp, Joins Rebel Faction
Senior Trinamool Congress leader Madan Mitra joined the rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee, calling the party a fragmented organisation. The move comes weeks after his promotion as general secretary and adds to the internal turmoil following the TMC's defeat in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections.
Victims Families Urge West Bengal CM to Reopen Kamduni Case
Kolkata, July 15: The family and friends of the Kamduni case victim met with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday, requesting the reopening of the case file. Moushumi Koyal and Tumpa Koyal, who have been vocal advocates for justice since the incident, presented their plea to the CM. Notably, following a political shift in the ... Read more Victims Families Urge West Bengal CM to Reopen Kamduni Case
West Bengal: Abhishek records voice sample to CID at court
Mr Banerjee was asked to read a script twice, slowly and fast, as part of the process which is called spectrographic analysis: Reports
Ritabrata Banerjee Highlights Growing Strength of His Faction
Kolkata, July 15: Ritabrata Banerjee, the Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, commented on the increasing number of legislators joining his faction. In a press conference on Wednesday, he stated, This is a collective fight for us. Our faction is rapidly growing in numbers. We welcome Madan Mitra, who has now joined ... Read more Ritabrata Banerjee Highlights Growing Strength of His Faction
BJP Spokesperson Rohan Gupta Calls India-UK Trade Deal Historic, Critiques Oppositions Politics
Ahmedabad, July 15: BJP National Spokesperson Rohan Gupta has labeled the India-UK trade deal as historic. He also commented on various issues, including Congress leader P. Chidambarams remarks on delimitation, the Assam-Bangladesh infiltration issue, the inclusion of 77 Muslim communities in West Bengals OBC list, and the Mathura Krishna Janmabhoomi dispute. Gupta accused the opposition ... Read more BJP Spokesperson Rohan Gupta Calls India-UK Trade Deal Historic, Critiques Oppositions Politics
BJP Spokesperson Calls India-UK Trade Deal Historic, Critiques Oppositions Politics
Ahmedabad, July 15: BJP National Spokesperson Rohan Gupta has labeled the India-UK trade deal as historic. He also commented on various issues, including Congress leader P. Chidambarams statements regarding delimitation, illegal immigration from Assam to Bangladesh, the inclusion of 77 Muslim communities in West Bengals OBC list, and the Mathura Krishna Janmabhoomi dispute. Gupta accused ... Read more BJP Spokesperson Calls India-UK Trade Deal Historic, Critiques Oppositions Politics
Weather tomorrow, July 16: The India Meteorological Department issued warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall across several Indian states. Odisha faces a red warning due to a low-pressure area forming over the Bay of Bengal. Heavy rainfall is also likely in Himachal Pradesh and Shimla, as per IMD. Delhi-NCR anticipates cloudy skies with a possibility of very light rain.
Ashok Chatterjee Arrested in West Bengal Financial Scandal
Kolkata, July 15: The West Bengal police arrested Ashok Chatterjee, former chairman of the Naihati municipality and a leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), on charges of financial irregularities and corruption on Wednesday. Police took Chatterjee into custody from his residence in Naihati and brought him to the local police station. His arrest followed complaints ... Read more Ashok Chatterjee Arrested in West Bengal Financial Scandal
BJP MP Manoj Tiwari Urges Opposition to Support Government on National Issues
New Delhi, July 15: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari commented on the upcoming monsoon session of Parliament and the Congress partys allegations regarding the delimitation bill. He also addressed issues such as OBC reservations in West Bengal, a reported sexual assault incident involving a first-grade student in West Midnapore, the Trinamool Congresss Shaheed Diwas on July ... Read more BJP MP Manoj Tiwari Urges Opposition to Support Government on National Issues
Taslima Nasreens Upcoming Kolkata Visit Sparks Debate on Freedom of Expression
New Delhi, July 15: Author Taslima Nasreens upcoming trip to Kolkata has ignited political discussions. The writer, who has long been targeted by extremists, is set to participate in an anti-fundamentalism literary event on August 1. Last March, BJP Rajya Sabha MP and current West Bengal party chief, Samik Bhattacharya, called for her to be ... Read more Taslima Nasreens Upcoming Kolkata Visit Sparks Debate on Freedom of Expression
Cleanliness Over Non-Vegetarian Ban: Shyam Rajaks Perspective
Patna, July 15: JDU legislator Shyam Rajak has shared his views on various issues, including the ban on non-vegetarian food at the King George Medical University hostel, Amir Khans third marriage, the inclusion of Muslim castes in the backward classes list in West Bengal, and matters related to RJD leader Lalu Prasad Yadav. In a ... Read more Cleanliness Over Non-Vegetarian Ban: Shyam Rajaks Perspective
Mamata loyalist Madan Mitra deserts former Chief Minister-led Trinamool Congress, joins rebel camp
Senior Trinamool Congress MLA Madan Mitra has resigned from the party. He joined a breakaway faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee. This move marks a significant setback for the Trinamool Congress. Mitra was recently appointed the party's Chief Whip in the assembly. His departure is expected to intensify political realignments in West Bengal.
West Bengal Government to Withdraw Cases Against Peaceful Protesters in RG Kar Incident
Kolkata, July 15: The West Bengal government has announced plans to withdraw cases against peaceful protesters, including doctors, who demonstrated against the RG Kar rape and murder incident in 2024. Under the previous Mamata Banerjee administration, FIRs were filed against those involved in the protests. Sources from the state secretariat revealed that the government will ... Read more West Bengal Government to Withdraw Cases Against Peaceful Protesters in RG Kar Incident
Why Taslima Nasreen's Kolkata return is a powder keg for Bengal politics
Taslima Nasreen's upcoming return to Kolkata after 20 years sparks intense political discussions. The Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party both voiced their strong opinions regarding her visit. Exiled since 2007, Nasreen is set to participate in an anti-fundamentalism literary event this August. Her previous works and the circumstances of her exile have sent shockwaves through conversations about free speech and the intersection with religious beliefs in West Bengal.
Congress invites Mamata to July 21 event in Kolkata, asks her to admit quitting party was 'mistake'
The July 21, 1993 movement was organised under the banner of the Youth Congress and that its association with the Congress could not be erased says, West Bengal Congress president Subhankar Sarkar
WATCH: Grand Ganga Aarti lights up Hooghly River at Sheoraphuli Ghat in West Bengal
BJP Claims Enhanced Security at India-Bangladesh Border in West Bengal
Kolkata, July 15: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has asserted that the international borders between India and Bangladesh in West Bengal have become significantly more secure. This improvement is attributed to the new state government, led by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, which has rapidly made land available for barbed wire fencing by the Border Security ... Read more BJP Claims Enhanced Security at India-Bangladesh Border in West Bengal
West Bengal Government Withdraws Petition on OBC Reservation from Supreme Court
New Delhi, July 15: A significant development has emerged regarding the inclusion of 77 castes, including 75 Muslim communities, in the Other Backward Classes (OBC) list in West Bengal. The current BJP government in the state has withdrawn a petition from the Supreme Court that was filed by the previous Mamata Banerjee administration, challenging a ... Read more West Bengal Government Withdraws Petition on OBC Reservation from Supreme Court
Kolkata, July 15: The West Bengal government announced on Tuesday the formation of a judicial commission to investigate various alleged cases of institutional corruption that occurred during Mamata Banerjees tenure from 2011 to 2026. The commission will be led by retired Justice Biswajit Basu of the Calcutta High Court. According to a notification issued from ... Read more West Bengal Government Establishes Judicial Commission to Investigate Alleged Institutional Corruption
West Bengal Congress president Subhankar Sarkar on Tuesday invited TMC chief Mamata Banerjee to the partys July 21 Martyrs Day programme, while asking her to admit that leaving the Congress nearly three decades ago was a mistake.
'If she publicly says ...': Congress extends Martyrs' Day invite to Mamata, but with a condition
The Congress invited Mamata Banerjee to its Martyrs' Day event in Kolkata. This invitation came with a condition that she acknowledge leaving Congress was a mistake. West Bengal Congress president stated Mamata should not distort the historical significance of the 1993 movement. He added that admitting her past decision was wrong would be a significant gesture. The Congress stage remains open for her to pay respects to the martyrs.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that his government has expedited the land transfer process to the Border Security Force (BSF) for the construction of essential fencing.
West Bengal hands over 1,024 acres to BSF for fencing along India-Bangladesh border
In a significant move, West Bengal has handed over 1,000 acres to the BSF for enhanced border fencing across 172.6 kilometers of the India-Bangladesh border. The Murshidabad district saw the largest portion of land transferred. Moreover, North 24 Parganas and Cooch Behar followed suit with notable land transfers, as the government strives for a harmonious blend of development and environmental conservation in Jangalmahal.
West Bengal: Taslima To Visit Kolkata After Almost 20 Years
Nasreen was forced to leave Kolkata on November 21, 2007, after protests by a section of Muslim community erupted across the city over her autobiography, Dwikhondito: Reports
Survey deadline extended to August 15; over 12,000 crore allocated for rural development
Weather tomorrow July 15: Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal will receive heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana expect rain and thunderstorms. Southern states like Tamil Nadu will experience hot and humid conditions. The monsoon remains vigorous over eastern and northeastern regions this week. Residents in vulnerable areas should stay updated with official weather bulletins.
Annapurna Yojana: Haven't you received your payment yet? 8 reasons why
The first funds of the Annapurna Yojana were credited to nearly 1.1 crore beneficiaries. West Bengal's Chief Minister reported 1.6 crore applications were received, with 26 lakh rejected for various reasons.
OBC status of 77 castes: Suvendu government withdraws Mamata-era SC challenge to HC verdict
West Bengal withdrew its Supreme Court appeal challenging the High Court's OBC list judgment. The state cabinet decided not to pursue the appeal, which was previously filed by the Trinamool Congress government. The Calcutta High Court had struck down the inclusion of 77 communities, including 75 Muslim communities. The state assembly has since passed two bills to restructure the OBC reservation framework.
WBJEE JELET result 2026 declared at wbjeeb.nic.in: Direct link to download scorecards here
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has announced the JELET 2026 results, allowing candidates to download their rank cards through the official portal using their login credentials. With the final answer key already released, the admission process now moves towards counselling, where seat allotment will be based on candidates' ranks, preferences and seat availability.
Centre allots 1,000 crore for rural roads, sanctions building one lakh houses: Bengal CM
The Centre has given West Bengal 1,000 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana in the first phase for construction of 2,400 km roads, says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari
Centre clears Rs 1,000 crore for Bengal rural roads, 1 lakh PMAY homes
The Centre has allocated one thousand crore rupees for rural roads in West Bengal. One lakh houses will be constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana. The Rural Welfare Ministry sanctioned eight thousand five hundred eight crore rupees for rural job schemes. Infrastructure works worth eighty-two thousand four hundred ninety-two crore rupees were previously stalled. These projects will now proceed at a faster pace with state government cooperation.
Three West Bengal Middlemen Arrested For Allegedly Bringing Bangladeshis To Mangaluru
While eight Bangladeshi laborers were found on July 10 in Surathkal Police Station limits, 11 including four minors were found on Monday in Urwa station limits
CID ADG Supratim Sarkar among 28 IPS officers transferred in major West Bengal Police rejig
Amit Kumar Rathod will replace Tripurari Atharv as the new commissioner of Bidhannagar Police Commissionerate, the order said
WBBSE Madhyamik datesheet 2027 released at wbbse.wb.gov.in: Check detailed exam schedule here
The West Bengal Board of Secondary Education (WBBSE) has announced the Madhyamik (Class 10) Examination 2027 timetable. The board exams will be conducted from February 15 to February 25, 2027, with one paper each day in offline mode. Students will receive 15 minutes to read the question paper before writing begins and can download the complete schedule from the official website.
West Bengal's Malda launches participatory planning drive in border villages
Malda district administration has launched 'Amar Gram Amar Kalpana' for border villages. This initiative promotes community-led development and resident involvement in planning. Villagers shared their needs and suggestions during interactive sessions with officials. The program aims to gather community inputs for need-based development plans. This aligns local aspirations with national priorities for border settlements.
Annapurna Bhandar Phone Number West Bengal: West Bengal's Annapurna Bhandar Yojana now provides eligible women a flat 3,000 monthly payment. This scheme replaces the previous Lakshmir Bhandar with a unified payout structure. Beneficiaries can check application and payment status through dedicated government portals. Official helpline numbers and government offices are available for assistance and queries. Applicants should avoid unofficial websites and never share personal financial details.
West Bengal govt will give 5 lakh to 60 Rath Yatra committees: CMSuvenduAdhikari
Seva camps forKanwaryatriswill also be set up during Sravanto help the devotees in their journey
A cautious push for industrialisation in West Bengal
As land acquisition in Bengal remains tricky, CM says government will purchase land for industry
VCK's Thirumavalavan pitches DMK-TVK front against BJP
Thol Thirumavalavan urged DMK and TVK to unite against the BJP. He suggested a national front model similar to Kerala and West Bengal. The DMK rejected this proposal, citing political rivalry in Tamil Nadu. Thirumavalavan criticized the DMK's handling of allies and seat-sharing. He also expressed concern over the future of Dravidian politics and BJP's exploitation.
Since the BJP came to power in West Bengal in May, several government buildings, streets, and civic structures have been witnessing a colour change, including some sections of State secretariat Nabanna
West Bengal: 3 BJP Candidates File Nominations For By Poll
Their return to the RS is just a matter of time now as each of them needs 147 MLAs votes among 208 BJP MLAs in the House: Reports
Weather tomorrow July 14: India's weather on Tuesday, July 14, will be highly uneven with monsoon activity. Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected in eastern and northeastern states. Uttarakhand remains on alert for very heavy rainfall and potential landslides. Delhi and Uttar Pradesh will likely experience isolated showers and continued warm conditions. Western and northwestern regions will see subdued monsoon activity with scattered rainfall.
Flipkart deepens West Bengal investments, backs jobs and MSMEs
Flipkart will deepen its long-term investments in West Bengal's infrastructure. The company operates its largest fulfillment center in Haringhata, West Bengal. This facility supports over 120,000 direct and indirect jobs across various functions. Flipkart's marketplace empowers over 66,000 sellers from West Bengal. The e-commerce giant remains committed to the state's growth potential.
Allies or Rivals? Why VCK is Pushing for DMK-TVK Unity Against BJP
Thirumavalavan, a leader at the forefront of fight against communal violence and anti-caste movement in Tamil Nadu, suggested that a united front at national level similar to the Kerala or West Bengal model is needed in Tamil Nadu as well, to build a national alliance against the BJP and its communal politics
360 Bengal madrassa staff lose regularisation battle in SC
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday, July 13, dismissed a batch of petitions filed by about 360 teaching and non-teaching staff of madrassas in West Bengal, challenging the denial of regularisation and payment under the state governments grant-in-aid scheme. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and A G Masih delivered the judgment after examining Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Three BJP candidates filed nomination papers for West Bengal Rajya Sabha bypolls. These elections are scheduled to take place on July 24. The candidates previously resigned from the TMC and the Upper House. They are now set to return to Parliament on BJP tickets. The BJP holds enough legislators to win all three vacant seats.
Northeast India, West Bengal, and Bihar will experience heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next few days. Several other states are likely to witness thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. Delhi-NCR will continue to face hot and humid conditions with no significant temperature changes. Fishermen are warned of rough seas and strong winds in the Arabian Sea. Monsoon activity remains active over eastern and northeastern parts of the country.
Supreme Court rejects claims of over 360 West Bengal madrasas for state salary
The case came up before the Supreme Court with questions including whether the madrasas in which the petitioners were appointed were validly recognised
Bengal to observe 'Ayushman Divas' on Aug 16, replacing TMC's 'Khela Hobey Divas': CM
The previous TMC government observed it as 'Khela Hobey Divas'. Our government has decided that the day will be observed as Ayushman Divas. The details of our programme will soon follow, says West Bengal CM
Weather Forecast Today: Monsoon activity remains strong across India with widespread rainfall expected. Many regions will witness intense showers accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. Other areas are likely to see intermittent rain spells throughout the day. Heavy rainfall is anticipated in parts of Uttarakhand and Maharashtra. Residents are urged to stay cautious of potential waterlogging and flooding.
Assam is key transit route for Myanmar drugs, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam is a key transit route for illegal drugs originating from Myanmar, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said. Drug peddlers often use women and children to transport smaller quantities. There is now greater synergy and intelligence sharing among northeastern states and West Bengal. The Union Home Ministry is supporting the destruction of seized narcotics.
Annapurna Yojana: West Bengal may allow rejected applicants to edit forms instead of reapplying
West Bengal may soon allow corrections for 27.8 lakh rejected Annapurna Yojana applications. The proposed edit facility will help applicants fix Aadhaar, mobile and data errors, resubmit forms and improve chances of receiving welfare benefits under the state scheme.
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has opened Round 2 registration and choice filling for WBJEE Counselling 2026 from July 13 to July 17. The Round 2 seat allotment result will be announced on July 21, with admissions and document verification scheduled through July 23. Seat allocation will depend on candidates' merit, preferences, eligibility, and seat availability.
Durbar Mahila Samanwaya Committee, a collective for working on rights and recognition of sex workers, celebrates 31 years
Bharat Bhushan | BNP Govt In Dhaka Risks Squandering India's Trust
Bangladesh summoned Indian diplomats twice -- after Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarmas detect, delete and deport push against Bangladeshi migrants, and again after West Bengals newly-minted BJP government pushed back alleged illegal migrants
