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Dilip Ghosh accuses CJP of disrupting Navratri, Durga Puja festivities with Tiranga march

Dilip Ghosh, a West Bengal minister, has condemned the CJP for organizing a Tiranga march during Navratri and Durga Puja. He claims that political protests disrupt religious celebrations and create societal tension across India. The march aims to demand the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral roll irregularities. Police have increased security in New Delhi ahead of the proposed event at Central Park.

The Economic Times 16 Oct 2026 12:41 pm

Enthusiasm High for Durga Puja Festivities, Says West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh

West Bengals Dilip Ghosh shares insights on the excitement surrounding Durga Puja and addresses various political issues. Enthusiasm High for Durga Puja Festivities, Says West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh

Daily Kiran 16 Oct 2026 12:18 pm

Bengal govt to be custodian of 'enemy properties': CM Suvendu

Kolkata's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the Centre will assign enemy properties to the West Bengal government. These properties include various assets left by individuals who migrated to enemy countries. The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved this decision after recent discussions at the BIMSTEC meeting. The state government plans to use revenue from these properties for local development projects.

The Economic Times 16 Oct 2026 11:42 am

West Bengal Higher Secondary Semester 3 Answer Key 2027 Out: Check Direct Link To Download

The WBCHSE has released the Higher Secondary Semester 3 answer key 2027 on the official website, wbchse.wb.gov.in. The objection window will open from October 27 to 30, 2026.

NDTV 16 Oct 2026 10:36 am

Adorned with lights and steeped in lore, Durga Puja pandals open for devotees across nation

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Durga Puja celebrations officially began in several parts of the nation as Navratri reached its sixth day. The pandal doors were opened to the public, drawing thousands of devotees seeking blessings. The city of Jamshedpur in Jharkhand transformed into a vibrant hub of devotion, joy, and celebration as community-led festivities reached their peak on Friday. Major socio-cultural and religious organisations, including the Hindi Club, Ranikudar, Sri Sri Rankini Mandir, Sri Utkal Durga Puja Committee, Agrico Puja Committee, and Tuiladungri Puja Committee, unveiled massive, intricately designed pandals. Elaborate thematic decorations, synchronised light displays, and traditional Vedic rituals have deeply immersed the local residents in the spirit of worship. Jamshedpur boasts a legacy of hosting approximately 500 distinct Durga Puja celebrations across the city, making it one of the region's largest cultural congregations. Local organising committees have deployed dedicated volunteers and coordinated infrastructure to manage the heavy footfall, ensuring safety and accessibility for families and visitors. As the multi-day festival progresses, the entire city remains unified in a rare blend of community bonding and spiritual reverence. As the nation marked the sixth day of Shardiya Navratri 2006, dedicated to Maa Katyayani, pandals were adorned across cities in West Bengal and other states, including Uttarakhand, Maharashtra and Jharkhand. Devotees were seen hopping between pandals and seeking blessings of the Goddess. Speaking to IANS at the unveiling of Goddess Durgas idol at Kolkatas renowned Tala Barowaris 106th Durga Puja celebrations, a devotee and organiser, Abhishek Bhattacharya, said, We worship the Shakti in three forms: one is Durga, one is Saraswati, and one is Lakshmi. We know through the Puranas and Vedas that Shakti possesses the divine power of Dasha Maha-vidya and Navadurga - the Navadurga of Uma. This is what we have tried to portray in our pandal. Furthermore, in Uttarakhands Kashipur, a seven-day Durga Puja festival has been organised from October 15 to 21, featuring religious rituals, cultural performances, bhajan evenings, and community feasts, with the inauguration by Mayor Deepak Bali. In Jharkhand, JMM general secretary Binod Kumar Pandey and party spokesperson Manoj Kumar Pandey inaugurated the Durga Puja pandal at Harmu Panch Mandir near Harmu Chowk by cutting the ribbon. Meanwhile, in Maharashtra, artist Hafizuddin Ahmed spoke to IANS and narrated how he has been making Ravan effigies for Dusshera for the past 50 years. I make effigies of Ravana, I make Tazia, I do set/scenery design work, and if any order comes from the film industry, I handle that too. As for how many generations, he said, I watched my father work, and he told me that his father and grandfather also used to do this same work.

bhaskarlive 16 Oct 2026 10:19 am

West Bengal by-elections: High voter turnout for Nandigram and Rejinagar seats, amid allegations of rigging by oppositions

Voter turnout in the Nandigram and Rejinagar bypolls stood at 80.87 per cent and 80.07 per cent, respectively

The Hindu Businessline 16 Oct 2026 12:45 am

Doc, Ambulance Must At Big Construction Sites

The Times of India 16 Oct 2026 12:34 am

Display Of ICU Bed Status Must, Bengal Govt Tells Hospitals

The Times of India 16 Oct 2026 12:09 am

Revellers brave Panchami rain, throng pandals since morning

The Times of India 16 Oct 2026 12:02 am

Rainbow roads lose sheen as skid scare forces safety fixes

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 11:58 pm

24-Hour control room at Nabanna, districts

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 11:49 pm

Alipore court bars Mahua Moitra from posting defamatory content against West Bengal Chief Secretary

The Krishnanagar MP had used photographs of the Chief Secretary (former CEO), calling him the chief architect of SIR which led to deletions of lakhs of voters

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 10:58 pm

West Bengal to get four new airports in next two years: K Rammohan Naidu

The airports will come up at Charra, Kalaikunda, Balurghat and Hasimara as the Centre expands air connectivity under UDAN

The Hindu Businessline 15 Oct 2026 9:45 pm

Ex-Minister Indranil Sen's Bail Plea Rejected By Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court on Thursday rejected the anticipatory bail plea of former West Bengal minister Indranil Sen in a cheating case. Sen is accused of commercialising Durga Puja by selling high-priced preview show tickets through an organisation allegedly linked to him and his family, diverting government funds. The court noted rappings of corruption and the Enforcement Directorate is also investigating.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 9:36 pm

New BC Roy Mkt opens, 100 of 416 stall owners shift wares

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 9:30 pm

Tanker spill triggers skids, traffic chaos on Jessore Rd

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 9:27 pm

Woman dies after fall from 9th floor

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 9:12 pm

Sukanta Majumdar Claims Change in Durga Puja Atmosphere After Government Shift in Bengal

Sukanta Majumdar discusses the shift in Durga Puja celebrations and political dynamics in West Bengal following the government change. Sukanta Majumdar Claims Change in Durga Puja Atmosphere After Government Shift in Bengal

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 8:08 pm

SC to hear Mahua's Circuit House plea today

On October 1, the Supreme Court had sought responses from the West Bengal government and others on Moitra's plea seeking adequate protection during her constituency visit.

Deccan Chronicle 15 Oct 2026 8:01 pm

Waterspout near Gangasagar bathing ghat triggers panic

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 7:57 pm

Tata Power approaches West Bengal govt for land for solar projects, explores 2500-crore investment

Tata Power said the West Bengal government has shown a lot of keenness to promote rooftop solar adoption in the State under Ghar Ghar Solar initiative

The Hindu Businessline 15 Oct 2026 7:26 pm

Kolkata court asks Mahua Moitra to immediately delete objectionable post targeting current Bengal CS

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 15 (IANS) A court in Kolkata on Thursday directed Mahua Moitra, the Trinamool Congress-Mamata Lok Sabha member from Krishnanagar constituency in Nadia district of West Bengal, to immediately delete two derogatory social media posts made by her about the current West Bengal Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Agarwal over the latter's role in the special intensive revision (SIR) exercise when he was the State's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO). In the social media post, Moita described Agarwal as Vote Chor (Vote Thief). Agarwal first served a legal notice to Moitra over the posts and subsequently filed a defamation suit against her demanding a libel compensation of Rs 10 crore. The matter came up for hearing at a lower court at Alipore in South Kolkata on Thursday and at the end of the hearing the judge of the court said that Krishnagar Lok Sabha MP will not be able to share any new post on social media making any defamatory comments against the Chief Secretary and will also not be able to re-share any old social media post related to the same matter. The court also said that the social media posts that Moitra made on October 3 and October 6 must be deleted within 24 hours of receiving the court order. The Trinamool Congress-Mamata Lok Sabha MP will be given a notice to explain why the court will not uphold the ban on her comments. The judge of the lower court also said that Moitra's posts not just criticised the SIR process but also accused the Chief Secretary of illegal acts as the then West Bengal CEO. However,, the court added that the Krishnanagar MP was unable to present any suitable evidence in the court to support such serious allegations. As a result, the court said that there were doubts about the legal basis of those allegations. The court added that everyone had the right to discuss or criticise the SIR in the scope of public interest but behind that criticism, defamatory comments against any government official were not acceptable at all. In that regard, as per the court's observation, Moitra's social media posts were objectionable and therefore she must delete the post within the next 24 hours. Moitra gave a reaction to the court order on social media. I will be filing a vacating application to reinforce my right to call a 'Vote Chor' a 'Vote Chor', the Trinamool Congres-Mamata Lok Sabha MP in a social media statement said while reacting to the court order.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 7:21 pm

UCO Bank sees 26.7% growth in net profit

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 6:33 pm

Monsoon withdraws from Tripura with 17% rainfall deficit

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 6:29 pm

WBPSC Miscellaneous Cut Off 2026 Out - Category-Wise Marks and PDF

WBPSC Miscellaneous Cut Off 2026 has been released on 14 October by the West Bengal Public Service Commission for the Miscellaneous Services Recruitment Examination 2023. The General cut-off is 237, OBC 222, SC 188 and ST 182 marks out of 450. Candidates can check category-wise cut-off marks for UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST and PwBD, download the official PDF and view Personality Test eligibility details here.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 6:20 pm

School holiday tomorrow (October 16, 2026): Will schools be closed on Friday? Check state-wise updates

On October 16, 2026, most educational institutions across India are predicted to function normally, as per the latest information. However, certain schools or districts may close due to local holidays or adverse weather conditions. Parents should stay informed through official school announcements or local notices. States like Delhi, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh are expected to have schools open, while West Bengal may observe variable vacation schedules because of Durga Puja.

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2026 5:32 pm

Essar Oil & Gas wins five CBM blocks across three states, adds 6.6 Tcf gas reserves

Essar Oil & Gas has acquired five coal-blend methane blocks across West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Telangana. The company aims to enhance domestic natural gas production while developing approximately 1,281 square kilometers of new acreage. This expansion also includes significant resources of around 6.6 trillion cubic feet of gas-in-place. Essar currently produces nearly 50 percent of Indias CBM production, reflecting its strong position in this sector.

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2026 5:19 pm

Investigation Underway at Presidency University Following Offensive Remarks

West Bengals higher education minister condemns offensive comments about Swami Vivekananda at Presidency University, promising swift action. Investigation Underway at Presidency University Following Offensive Remarks

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 5:18 pm

WB NEET PG Counselling 2026 Schedule Out, Round 1 Registration From 22 October

West Bengal Medical Counselling Committee (WBMCC) has released the WB NEET PG Counselling 2026 Round 1 schedule for postgraduate medical admissions. Online registration will begin on 22 October 2026 at 11 AM and close on 28 October at 6 PM. Candidates can check the registration process, fee payment deadline, verification schedule, choice filling dates and seat allotment result date.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 4:51 pm

Crizac Launches Partner Growth Program to Help Counselling Partners Grow

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], October 15: Crizac Limited, an AI-native student mobility platform partnering with international universities and education counsellors globally, today announced the Partner Growth Program (PGP), an initiative to help counselling partners grow their businesses.

Business Standard 15 Oct 2026 4:50 pm

3 Bikes Skid On Kolkata

West Bengal has ordered a probe after motorcyclists reportedly skidded on Kolkatas freshly painted Chingrighata flyover during rain, prompting renewed questions about road safety.

The LogicaI Indian 15 Oct 2026 4:43 pm

Essar Oil & Gas expands CBM footprint with five new blocks across three states

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) Essar Oil & Gas Ltd. (formerly known as Essar Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Ltd. or EOGEPL), one of Indias leading Coal Bed Methane (CBM) producers, has been awarded five new CBM blocks through the Government of Indias Special CBM (SCBM) Bid Rounds 2025 and 2026. The blocks add 1,281 sq km of new acreage across West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and Telangana, with an estimated 6.6 TCF of gas-in-place resources. The contracts for the SCBM-2025 and SCBM-2026 Bid Rounds were formally signed on October 15 at a ceremony chaired by Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas. The signing marks an important step in the governments efforts, through the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoPNG) and the Directorate General of Hydrocarbons (DGH), to unlock Indias unconventional hydrocarbon potential, attract investment and strengthen domestic exploration and production. The two newly awarded blocks in the Raniganj region of West Bengal, together spanning approximately 330 sq km, will expand Essar Oil & Gas existing 500 sq. km. Raniganj East footprint to around 830 sq. km. The proximity of the new blocks to the companys existing producing asset will create significant synergies in infrastructure, operations, and technical capabilities, enabling the development of an integrated CBM producing field that is expected to become the largest CBM producing field in India. The Singrauli block in Madhya Pradesh further strengthens Essar Oil & Gas presence in an established CBM region, providing an opportunity to leverage the broader ecosystem associated with CBM development in the basin. The blocks in Telanganas Godavari Valley mark an expansion into a new CBM geography, allowing Essar Oil & Gas to apply its established expertise to developing new resource areas. Pankaj Kalra, CEO, Essar Oil & Gas Ltd., said, The award of these five CBM blocks marks a significant milestone in Essar Oil & Gas growth journey and reinforces our commitment to unlocking Indias vast unconventional hydrocarbon potential. Building on our proven track record at Raniganj, we see substantial opportunities to leverage our technical expertise, operational capabilities and established infrastructure to accelerate the development of these resources. Our focus will be on translating this expanded acreage into sustainable production growth, creating long-term value and contributing meaningfully to Indias energy security by strengthening domestic natural gas supplies and reducing dependence on imports. Bhuwan Chandra Tripathi, Chairman, Essar Oil & Gas Ltd. and Operating Partner Energy, Essar Group, said, Natural gas will continue to play an important role in Indias energy mix as energy demand continues to grow. The expansion of Essar Oil & Gas CBM portfolio reinforces our commitment to developing Indias indigenous energy resources. As a Group, we remain focused on supporting Indias energy security through responsible development of domestic hydrocarbon resources, while contributing to the countrys transition towards a more balanced and sustainable energy mix. Essar Group is a global conglomerate with over five decades of entrepreneurial experience in conceptualising, investing, building, and operating world-class assets across the energy, infrastructure, metals & mining, technology & retail sectors. Through Essar Oil & Gas Ltd, the Group is expanding its upstream portfolio across India. Essar Oil & Gas has invested more than Rs 6,000 crore in exploration and production at Raniganj and currently produces approximately 950,000 standard cubic metres of gas per day (SCMD), accounting for nearly 50 per cent of Indias CBM production. The Companys broader ambition is to contribute 5 per cent of Indias natural gas production by progressively developing its CBM portfolio and unlocking additional domestic gas resources. With over 25 years of pioneering experience in CBM exploration and production, Essar Oil & Gas is well positioned to help develop Indias vast unconventional hydrocarbon potential. Around half of Indias natural gas consumption is currently met through imports, making the accelerated development of domestic gas resources critical to strengthening the countrys energy security and supporting its transition towards a gas-based economy.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 4:20 pm

Bengal CM Credits BSF and Police for Curbing Cross-Border Crimes

West Bengals CM highlights the role of BSF and police in reducing cross-border crimes and urges community support against child marriage. Bengal CM Credits BSF and Police for Curbing Cross-Border Crimes

Daily Kiran 15 Oct 2026 3:58 pm

CM Adhikari credits BSF-police coordination for curbing border crimes in Bengal

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 15 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday said improved coordination between the Border Security Force (BSF) and state police had helped curb border-related crimes in the state's districts adjoining Bangladesh, while asserting that barbed-wire fencing work was progressing at a brisk pace. Adhikari also urged people to refrain from child marriage, citing the high incidence of early pregnancies in Murshidabad and assured that lack of funds would not hamper the districts overall development and tourism potential. Adhikari made the remarks while inaugurating a community Durga Puja in Lalbagh in Murshidabad district, a minority-dominated region bordering Bangladesh. Cross-border crimes such as illegal infiltration, cattle smuggling and narcotics trafficking were rampant in this region earlier. Now, the BSF and the state police are working in close coordination. That is precisely why such crimes have already been brought under control to a great extent. At the same time, work on erecting barbed-wire fencing along the border is also progressing in full swing, the Chief Minister said. Referring to the high incidence of child marriage and early pregnancies in Murshidabad, Adhikari appealed to residents not to marry off their daughters or sisters at an early age. He reminded them that child marriage was a punishable offence under the law. Without naming anyone, the Chief Minister also cautioned that certain vested interests might attempt to disrupt the festive atmosphere by engaging in unruly activities during Durga Puja. Both the police and the puja organisers will have to remain alert to such attempts. Recently, two puja pandals in the district witnessed accidents or other unpleasant incidents. Investigations into those incidents are currently underway. I am cautioning the police and the puja organisers in advance. Do not allow anyone to spoil the festive mood of Durga Puja, he said. Adhikari also highlighted Murshidabad's tourism potential and stressed the need for comprehensive development to attract visitors and improve the district's overall prospects. Murshidabad has immense tourism potential. What is required is overall development. From this stage, I guarantee that finance will not be a hurdle to the comprehensive development of the district, he said.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 2:36 pm

Anupamaa actress Adrija Roy opens up about her emotional connection with Durga Puja

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Oct 15 (IANS) Television actress Adrija Roy, known for her role in Anupamaa, has opened up about her emotional connection with Durga Puja. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, she said that the festival reminds her of home, family and the little things that make the celebrations special. Adrija said the festive atmosphere brings a unique sense of happiness and positivity that is difficult to put into words unless one has grown up experiencing it. She shared, Durga Puja is very personal to me because it reminds me of home, family and all the little things that make the festival special. There is a different kind of happiness during Puja. The entire atmosphere feels so positive and festive, and I think that feeling is difficult to explain unless you have grown up experiencing it. Looking back, she said the excitement around getting ready, meeting people and being part of the celebrations made Puja particularly memorable. As a child, the excitement was on another level. Wearing new clothes, going to the Puja, meeting relatives and friends, eating good food and just being out for the celebrations made those days so special. Even today, those memories instantly bring a smile to my face, she added. And when it comes to dressing up, Adrija revealed that a saree naturally becomes her favourite choice during Puja. I love wearing sarees during Durga Puja. There is something so beautiful and timeless about dressing traditionally during the festival. If I had no work commitments, my ideal Puja day would simply be getting ready in a beautiful saree, visiting pandals, eating my favourite food and spending the entire day with my loved ones, she concluded. Adrija Roy was born and brought up in Kolkata, West Bengal, in a Bengali family. Before venturing into acting, she represented West Bengal as a national-level sprinter. She later moved to Mumbai to pursue her career in the entertainment industry. Adrija is currently seen playing the role of Raahi in Anupamaa. The show features Rupali Ganguli in the titular role.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 2:36 pm

Tourism In Shimla Takes A Hit As Unesco World Heritage Toy Train Service Remain Disrupted

The interruption of the toy train service in Shimla comes at an inconvenient time for the tourist-favourite hill station. Tourists from West Bengal, many of who prefer to take a ride on the scenic train route during the Durga Puja holidays are among those who have been affected.

NDTV 15 Oct 2026 2:33 pm

BSF DG thanks Bengal CM for land to bolster border infrastructure

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 15 (IANS) Border Security Force (BSF) Director General Praveen Kumar has thanked West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and the state government for providing land for strengthening infrastructure along the India-Bangladesh border. The BSF DG expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and the state government for providing land for border infrastructure, which will facilitate the strengthening of the border security grid and plugging of feasible gaps in border fencing, a statement said on Thursday. Kumar met Adhikari on October 14 and apprised him of the prevailing security situation along the India-Bangladesh border. India shares a 4,096.7-km-long border with Bangladesh, of which 2,216.7 km lies in West Bengal. The border in the state stretches from the Sundarbans in the south to the strategically important Siliguri Corridor in the north. During the meeting, Kumar briefed the Chief Minister on the operational preparedness of BSF formations in West Bengal and the strategies being adopted to secure stretches of the border that remain unfenced. According to the Ministry of Home Affairs, nearly 569 km of the India-Bangladesh border in West Bengal remains unfenced. Of this, around 113 km is riverine, where conventional fencing is not feasible. Unlike other states bordering Bangladesh, the BSF operates through two frontiers in West Bengal -- the South Bengal Frontier and the North Bengal Frontier. After coming to power, the BJP government led by Adhikari began handing over land to the BSF for border fencing and the construction of Border Outposts (BOPs). Nearly 1,024 acres across nine districts have been cleared for transfer to the force. The state government has maintained that delays under the previous administration had held up the development of crucial border infrastructure. The coordination between all security agencies to prevent illegal infiltration and other crimes along the border was discussed during the meeting. The need to relocate zero-line villages was also discussed, a source said. Zero-line villages are settlements located within 150 yards of the international border. Many such villages are situated beyond the border fence, while in some areas their presence has made fencing difficult. There are nearly 360 zero-line villages in West Bengal, with a combined population of around 70,000. Their location presents operational challenges for the BSF, which has sought their relocation. Adhikari assured the BSF DG of the state governments assistance in addressing the issue. He also said the government would extend necessary support for the welfare of BSF personnel and their families.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 2:29 pm

SC to hear Mahua Moitra's plea seeking nod to stay at Krishnanagar circuit house

The Supreme Court will hear TMC MP Mahua Moitras plea seeking permission to stay at a Circuit House during her Durga Puja visit to Krishnanagar in West Bengal. Moitra has alleged that district officials evicted her from the state-owned property despite a booking, prompting her to seek protection and intervention.

The Economic Times 15 Oct 2026 1:43 pm

BJP to finalise Bengal civic poll candidates by Diwali; adopts multi-tier screening, eyes professionals

Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 15 (IANS) The West Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will finalise its list of candidates for the forthcoming urban civic body elections, including those to the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) and Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC), by Diwali, scheduled for November 8. The civic body elections are likely to be held in the last week of November, with results expected to be announced by the first week of December. To minimise dissent and ensure a smooth candidate selection process, the BJP has adopted a multi-tier screening mechanism that combines recommendations from local leaders with applications from professionals, with the final names subject to scrutiny by district- and state-level committees. A BJP state committee member said discussions on the candidates recommended by the party's local leadership would begin immediately after Lakshmi Puja on October 8. The shortlisted candidates are expected to be announced soon after Diwali. The party will draw up its final list from two separate sets of applications. The first will comprise names recommended by local party leaders, while the second will include applications invited from professionals in selected fields, including medicine, law, engineering, media and social work. A drop box has already been placed at the BJP's original headquarters on Muralidhar Sen Lane in north Kolkata to receive applications from professionals interested in contesting the civic polls on the party's ticket. Applicants have been asked to submit their biodata along with their applications. Our central leadership does not want any resentment within the party over the selection of candidates for the civic polls. Therefore, the candidate will not be decided by anyone's single decision. Names will come from the grassroots and then be vetted by the district election core committee and the state-level committee. Only after this process will the final names of the candidates be announced, the state committee member said. The BJP's state leadership will also work on its campaign strategy and identify key issues to be raised during the civic poll campaign. These discussions will take place alongside the exercise to shortlist candidates after Lakshmi Puja.

bhaskarlive 15 Oct 2026 1:24 pm

Operation Toofan: 30 Kg Ganja Seized In Kochi

Kochi police have arrested Abdul Hai Molla and seized over 30 kg of ganja, valued at approximately Rs 50 lakh, as part of the anti-narcotics drive Operation Toofan. Molla, from West Bengal, is suspected of transporting the ganja from Odisha to Kerala for wholesale distribution.

Rediff 15 Oct 2026 1:06 pm

KP Constable PET Admit Card 2026 Out - Download PMT PET Hall Ticket at prb.wb.gov.in

KP Constable PET Admit Card 2026 has been released on 15 October 2026 by the West Bengal Police Recruitment Board (WBPRB). Candidates shortlisted for the Kolkata Police Constable and Lady Constable PMT/PET can download their hall tickets from the official website. The physical tests will begin on 28 October 2026. Check the direct download link, test date, venue, reporting time and steps to download the admit card here.

FreeJobAlert 15 Oct 2026 10:54 am

Odisha SI Exam Paper Leak: ED Raids 12 Locations in Money Laundering Probe, Uncovers Corporate Racket

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its probe into the Odisha Police Sub-Inspector (SI) Recruitment Exam 2024 question paper leak, uncovering evidence of organized financial fraud and corporate collusion. Investigators from the EDs Bhubaneswar zonal office conducted raids across 12 strategic locations in Odisha and West Bengal under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), [] The post Odisha SI Exam Paper Leak: ED Raids 12 Locations in Money Laundering Probe, Uncovers Corporate Racket appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 15 Oct 2026 10:34 am

BJP MP Raju Bista says West Bengal

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The News Mill 15 Oct 2026 9:12 am

West Bengal Governor RN Ravi inaugurates Dhakuria Durga Puja pandal

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The News Mill 15 Oct 2026 8:02 am

Loans for SIR hearing, lost wages, but no clarity on voter status for Bengali workers in Bengaluru

More than 3,500 people, according to the Karnataka Bengali Kalyan Samiti, formed by and for West Bengal-based workers in Bengaluru, are under adjudication for logical discrepancy

The Hindu 15 Oct 2026 6:17 am

West Bengal BJP must get rid of its 'garbage': RSS magazine

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 3:45 am

Social Messages & Inclusive Infra At Kolkata Pandals

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:32 am

After accident, Garia couple faces extortion bid

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:25 am

Auto curbs leave thousands stranded

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:19 am

STF uncovers illegal arms factory in Kolkata

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:19 am

Bike-car collision: Woman suffers multiple injuries

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:16 am

HC allows 2 pujas in Sealdah park

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:03 am

KMC wraps up desilting of box drains

The Times of India 15 Oct 2026 12:00 am

Puzzle authors from across the globe share their experiences at 33rd World Puzzle Championship

Kolkata is hosting the 19th World Sudoku and 33rd World Puzzle Championship (WSPC) 2026. The tournament, organised by Logic Masters India (LMI), is showcasing elite mind sports athletes from 35 countries this year

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 11:58 pm

Jatayu returns to Amherst Row through Sukeas St puja theme

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 11:54 pm

Mamata assailant gets bail, CP says charge baseless

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 11:53 pm

Chatbot down, KMC birth cert backlog crosses 20k

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 11:52 pm

8 SRFTI students get show-cause notices

The Times of India 14 Oct 2026 11:52 pm