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West Bengal teachers protest over stalled recruitment process

Counselling scheduled for Aug. 14 adjourned until further notice; untainted teachers reappeared for fresh recruitment process after their appointments were scrapped by SC over irregularities

The Hindu 13 Aug 2026 12:48 am

Illegal call centre busted in Sector V

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 11:47 pm

West Bengal STF arrests suspected Pakistani national Wahab Alam alias Rana Rauf

West Bengal STF apprehended a suspected Pakistani national in North 24 Parganas. The arrested individual, Wahab Alam, allegedly holds links with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence. He reportedly entered India through Nepal in 2012 and lived under forged documents. Another person, Muhammad Izaz, was arrested in East Kolkata for providing these documents.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 11:43 pm

Young orators shine at prestigious CISCE regional debate

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 11:40 pm

Kol-Chennai flight lands on one engine

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 11:39 pm

Maachh-bhaat debut at Maa Ahaar canteens

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 11:33 pm

Kolkata port reclaims 15.6 acre encroached land

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 11:15 pm

e-KYC queues lengthen at LPG dealer outlets

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 11:15 pm

Vande Mataram debut at I-Day parade on Red Road

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 11:14 pm

West Bengal's mega-project ambitions face old and familiar obstacles

The state could be the Bharatiya Janata Party's real test case of its business-friendly policies swot

Business Standard 12 Aug 2026 10:59 pm

Major Drug Bust in Malda: Police Seize

Kolkata, August 12: A significant attempt to smuggle drugs in the Kaliachak area of Malda district, West Bengal, was thwarted by police. Acting on a tip-off, officers from the Kaliachak police station seized nearly three kilograms of brown sugar early Wednesday morning and arrested two traffickers. According to officials, the estimated value of the seized ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Malda: Police Seize 4 Crore Worth of Brown Sugar, Two Arrested

Morningstar 12 Aug 2026 10:55 pm

Weather Tomorrow August 13: Delhi, UP, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Odisha and Bengal brace for heavy rain as IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds

India weather forecast August 13: On August 13th, India is bracing for extensive rainfall and thunderstorms due to a low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal, which is expected to strengthen as it moves inland. Regions such as Odisha and West Bengal could see significant downpours, while northern and central parts of the country will also face severe weather. Residents are urged to stay informed through local weather updates.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

Anyone denigrating Netaji to face strict action: Suvendu

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 9:24 pm

Amit Shahs Anticipated Visit to West Bengal Marks BJPs 100 Days in Power

Kolkata, August 12: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to visit West Bengal later this month. This visit coincides with the completion of 100 days of the BJP government in the state. For the first time since independence, the BJP government will mark its 100 days on August 19. Sources from the state BJP ... Read more Amit Shahs Anticipated Visit to West Bengal Marks BJPs 100 Days in Power

Morningstar 12 Aug 2026 9:05 pm

Missing Murshidabad man traced in Chennai after 18 months

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 8:58 pm

West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari orders arrests over derogatory Netaji remarks online

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered police to arrest individuals posting derogatory remarks about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. He stated the law applies equally to all, including elected officials and government employees. The Chief Minister also announced the establishment of 'Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Seva Kendras' across constituencies. These centers will help MLAs connect with local people and feature Netaji's image.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 8:57 pm

Bengal Assembly passes twin Bills to raise Kolkata wards to 209, Howrah to 68

West Bengal Assembly approved legislation to increase civic body wards in Kolkata and Howrah. Elections for these municipal corporations are anticipated after the current festive season concludes. The government also announced a master plan for Howrah, focusing on infrastructure improvements. Financial assistance for Assam flood victims and increased medical allowances for former MLAs were also declared. Service centers named after Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose will be established in each constituency.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 8:33 pm

Reviving the Dream of Sonar Bangla: A New Era in Bengal, Says Ramchandra Das

Kolkata, August 12: Jagadguru Ramabhadracharyas successor, Ramchandra Das, shared his insights on the religious and social landscape of West Bengal on Wednesday. Paying homage to the sacred land of Goddess Kali, he emphasized that Bengal has always been a land of justice, devotion, and knowledge. He referenced Swami Vivekananda, noting that he traveled from this ... Read more Reviving the Dream of Sonar Bangla: A New Era in Bengal, Says Ramchandra Das

Morningstar 12 Aug 2026 8:10 pm

West Bengal CM Announces Rs 10 Crore Aid For Assam Flood Relief

West Bengal has extended a helping hand to Assam as the state battles one of its worst flood crises in recent years. On Wednesday, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that Rs 10 crore will be provided from the Chief Ministers Relief Fund to aid Assam in its relief and rehabilitation efforts. Adhikari described the situation... The post West Bengal CM Announces Rs 10 Crore Aid For Assam Flood Relief first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 12 Aug 2026 7:55 pm

Bengal to announce new MSME policy with incentives, reforms

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 7:51 pm

Police to arrest those making derogatory comments on Netaji: Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari ordered police action against Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose detractors. He stated that the law applies equally to all individuals, regardless of status. The Chief Minister's directive followed remarks by a BJP MP calling Netaji a war criminal. He urged those posting offensive content to delete it and apologize. Police will make independent decisions on arrests and legal proceedings.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 7:42 pm

Bridge Stars Converge For East Zone Championship In Kolkata

Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari, fresh from their gold medal win at the World Youth Transnational Championships, will lead a strong field at the fifth East Zone Open Bridge Championship in Kolkata. The three-day event, organised by the West Bengal Bridge Association, features a Rs 6 lakh prize fund and will host top bridge players from the Eastern Zone and beyond.

Rediff 12 Aug 2026 4:45 pm

West Bengal Announces Rs 10 Crore Flood Assistance To Assam

Financial assistance of Rs 10 crore will be provided from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to Assam

Deccan Chronicle 12 Aug 2026 4:01 pm

Suspected Pakistani national among two held by West Bengal STF

West Bengal STF apprehended a suspected Pakistani national and an associate near the India-Bangladesh border. Rana Rauf, a resident of Faisalabad, was arrested in Bangaon after specific information led to a search. Investigators suspect Rauf has links with Pakistan's intelligence agency ISI and are examining his activities. The other arrested individual allegedly had direct contact with Rauf and provided assistance.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 3:30 pm

West Bengal NEET UG Counselling 2026 Round 1 Tentative Schedule Released; Check Dates

West Bengal NEET UG 2026 counselling Round 1 schedule is out. Check registration, fee payment, verification, choice filling, allotment and admission dates.

NDTV 12 Aug 2026 3:22 pm

Bengal police arrest Trinamool-linked Malda strongman over extortion, land grabbing charges

Bengal police arrest Trinamool-linked Malda strongman over extortion, land grabbing charges Kolkata: The West Bengal police arrested a Malda strongman and a close associate of former Trinamool Congress minister and English Bazar Municipality chairman Krishnendu Narayan Chowdhury on charges of extortion and illegal land grabbing. The accused, Amardeep Saha, was arrested by Malda district police [] The post Bengal police arrest Trinamool-linked Malda strongman over extortion, land grabbing charges appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 12 Aug 2026 3:12 pm

Bengal STF nabs two including Pakistani national over suspected ISI links

Bengal STF nabs two including Pakistani national over suspected ISI links Kolkata: The Special Task Force (STF) of the West Bengal Police has arrested two persons, including a Pakistani national, on suspicion of having links with Pakistans military intelligence agency, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), officials said on Wednesday. The Pakistani national, who was the first [] The post Bengal STF nabs two including Pakistani national over suspected ISI links appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 12 Aug 2026 12:26 pm

Police Encounter in Mathura: Notorious Criminal Arrested, Officer Injured

New Delhi, August 12: A police encounter took place in Mathura involving a special staff team from the North-West district of Delhi and a notorious criminal. The police were transporting the suspect from Nandigram in West Bengal back to Delhi when he attempted to escape. Reports indicate that the accused snatched a police officers pistol ... Read more Police Encounter in Mathura: Notorious Criminal Arrested, Officer Injured

Morningstar 12 Aug 2026 11:20 am

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh challenges Rahul Gandhi

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The News Mill 12 Aug 2026 11:02 am

Abishek Porel's case deferred to September 14 as government seek more time from Calcutta High Court

The Calcutta High Court deferred the hearing of a petition involving Bengal cricketer Abishek Porel to September 14, after the West Bengal government sought additional time to continue its investigation following his arrest. Notably, the keeper-batter was taken into custody by Mogra police on Tuesday over a complaint filed by a medical student, who has accused the cricketer of sexually assaulting and abusing her after allegedly promising to marry her.

India TV 12 Aug 2026 10:01 am

CBI Achieves Major Success with Arrest of Fugitive in Post-Election Violence Case in West Bengal

Kolkata, August 12: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has made a significant breakthrough by arresting a declared fugitive involved in the violence and murder cases following the 2021 elections in West Bengal. On Tuesday, the CBI apprehended the fugitive, Gopal Das, also known as Vishal Paul, in Rabindranagar, Madhyamgram, located in North 24 Parganas ... Read more CBI Achieves Major Success with Arrest of Fugitive in Post-Election Violence Case in West Bengal

Morningstar 12 Aug 2026 3:20 am

Threats Against Opposition Leader Ritabrat Banerjee Prompt Police Action

Kolkata, August 12: Ritabrat Banerjee, the leader of the opposition in West Bengal, visited Bhawani Bhavan, the headquarters of the West Bengal Police, on Tuesday. He has been receiving continuous death threats via WhatsApp from Bangladesh. Banerjee, who leads a rebellious faction of the Trinamool Congress, is eager to uncover the identity of those behind ... Read more Threats Against Opposition Leader Ritabrat Banerjee Prompt Police Action

Morningstar 12 Aug 2026 1:40 am

North-South Metro faces disruptions, twice in a day

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 1:24 am

SC asks ECI for Bengal SIR data on appeals decided by appellate tribunals

The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission of India to furnish data. This data concerns the number of appeals disposed of by tribunals in West Bengal. The court emphasized the importance of seeing the progress of appeals filed. Grievances about denial of public distribution system benefits must go to the high court. The primary issue for the court remains the quantum of disposals by tribunals.

The Economic Times 12 Aug 2026 1:19 am

Suvendus chopper makes emergency landing at Kolaghat

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 1:16 am

West Bengal: Red Corner Notice Issued Against Stone Quarry Businessman Tulu Mandal for Corruption

Kolkata, August 12: A Red Corner Notice has been issued against Tulu Mandal, a stone quarry businessman from Birbhum district in West Bengal. He is accused of being involved in corruption during the previous Trinamool Congress government. Currently, police have no leads on his whereabouts. An FIR has already been filed against Mandal, and investigative ... Read more West Bengal: Red Corner Notice Issued Against Stone Quarry Businessman Tulu Mandal for Corruption

Morningstar 12 Aug 2026 12:44 am

Health dept lifts curbs on two pvt blood centres

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 12:35 am

KP sounds caution as online games turn into cybercrime traps

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 12:30 am

City condos draw up plans to rein in 2-wheelers, cars

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 12:27 am

One more arrested in BJP mans death in 21

The Times of India 12 Aug 2026 12:12 am

33 schoolkids in hospital, hostel closed for a week

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 11:54 pm

Mamata Banerjee protests deeply hurtful remarks against Netaji by BJP MP

Slogans are also raised against the TMC chairperson at Shyambazar, where she participated in the protest; this is the second time the former West Bengal CM has been called a thief at her public events

The Hindu 11 Aug 2026 11:53 pm

BDS Legal Services Expands Eastern India Presence with New Kolkata Office; Announces Enhanced Legal and IP Support for Startups

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 11: BDS Legal Services, a leading Intellectual Property (IP), business compliance and regulatory advisory firm, today strengthened its presence in Eastern India with the formal inauguration of its new office in Kolkata. The company marked the occasion by hosting a press conference at its newly established office in Sector V, []

bhaskarlive 11 Aug 2026 11:33 pm

Rules should be followed equally by temples or mosques: AJUP chief Humayun Kabir

Kolkata, Aug 11 (IANS) Amid alleged police crackdown on loudspeakers used in religious places in West Bengal, Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) Chief Humayun Kabir said on Tuesday that rules regarding the use of the sound system should be evenly applicable to both temples and mosques. His reaction came after several mosque as well as []

bhaskarlive 11 Aug 2026 11:32 pm

Bengal youth languishing in Chennai home for a year to return home

Kolkata, Aug 11 (IANS) A mentally-challenged youth from West Bengal, who spent nearly a year at a vagrants home in Chennai, will be reunited with his family shortly, thanks to the initiative of a retired government employee. It is unclear how the youth reached Chennai, but he was found loitering in various neighbourhoods of the []

bhaskarlive 11 Aug 2026 11:32 pm

Theatre workers repaint Academy counter white

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 11:22 pm

Higher edu dept seeks last 3 yrs EC info from JU

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 11:05 pm

Two Indian Farmers Taken Into Bangladesh in Retaliation After Villagers Demand Release of Bangladeshi Farmer

Two Indian farmers from West Bengal were taken to Bangladesh by villagers after Bangladeshi farmer allegedly detained by BSF in India near border. The incident took place on Tuesday, however, later the farmers were returned after BSF meeting with Bangladesh border

Oneindia 11 Aug 2026 10:37 pm

Mamata Banerjee Faces Protests in Kolkata Amid Political Tensions

Kolkata, August 11: Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee encountered protests on Tuesday afternoon at the Shyambazar Five Point Crossing in North Kolkata. This demonstration occurred just two days after BJP workers protested her while she was visiting the family of a deceased Trinamool Congress worker in Kanchrapara, North 24 Parganas, who allegedly died ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Faces Protests in Kolkata Amid Political Tensions

Morningstar 11 Aug 2026 10:19 pm

Bengal to introduce UCC, law against conversion soon: CM

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 9:50 pm

HC counters influential argument, grants shield to Abhishek

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 9:40 pm

Abishek Porel arrested on rape, intimidation charges

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 9:31 pm

KP starts probe into threat letters to Sourav, Dona

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 9:10 pm

West Bengal: Mob Protest Drives Coochbehar MP, His MLA-Wife Out Of Home

The politician-couple was conspicuous by absence in the area after the Assembly Election results on May 4: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 11 Aug 2026 9:06 pm

Fresh FIR in RG Kar rape-murder

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Abhishek PA faces fourth day of CID questioning

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 8:19 pm

Dont pay cut money: BJP MLA warns contractors

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 7:59 pm

Consultative Meet: Industry bodies hail West Bengals proposed sectoral approach in new industrial policy

During the industrial policy consultative meeting, attended by a group of ministers, including Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta and Industry Minister Tapas Roy, and senior officers of the government, industry bodies submitted their recommendations on industrial incentives, speedy and predictable approvals for new projects

The Hindu Businessline 11 Aug 2026 7:59 pm

New OBC list will not affect PSC exam schedule

The Times of India 11 Aug 2026 7:56 pm

CBI Arrests Another Suspect in BJP Worker Abhijit Sarkars Murder Case

Kolkata, August 11: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested another suspect in the murder case of BJP worker Abhijit Sarkar. This incident is linked to the violence that erupted following the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections. The arrested individual has been identified as Vishal Pal, also known as Gopal Das. CBI officials apprehended ... Read more CBI Arrests Another Suspect in BJP Worker Abhijit Sarkars Murder Case

Morningstar 11 Aug 2026 6:55 pm

Kolkata High Court Extends Interim Relief for Former Minister Arup Biswas in Messi Event Case

Kolkata, August 11: The Kolkata High Courts single bench has extended interim protection for former West Bengal Sports Minister Arup Biswas until November 30. This decision comes in light of his involvement in alleged irregularities during Lionel Messis Goat India Tour event. The event took place on December 13, 2025, at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan ... Read more Kolkata High Court Extends Interim Relief for Former Minister Arup Biswas in Messi Event Case

Morningstar 11 Aug 2026 6:00 pm

West Bengal to Include Lives of Freedom Fighters in School Curriculum

Kolkata, August 11: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Tuesday that the lives of great freedom fighters will be included in the curriculum from primary schools to universities. He made this announcement during an event held in Keshtpur, West Medinipur district, to commemorate Khudiram Bose Martyrdom Day. The Chief Minister criticized previous Left ... Read more West Bengal to Include Lives of Freedom Fighters in School Curriculum

Morningstar 11 Aug 2026 5:29 pm

DA hike: West Bengal govt to launch website for 7th pay commission Check top updates here

DA hike: The West Bengal government will launch a dedicated website for its 7th pay commission, according to a senior official. The panel will post proceedings and official information on the portal. 

Livemint 11 Aug 2026 4:13 pm

WEBCSC Assistant Clerk, Assistant Grade-I

West Bengal Co-operative Service Commission (WEBCSC) has recruits 85 Assistant Clerk, Assistant Grade-I & Other Posts. Candidates With Any Graduate Can Apply Online from 28-01-2025 to 27-02-2025.

FreeJobAlert 11 Aug 2026 4:00 pm

A Podcast That Breaks the Silence Around Men's Sexual Wellness

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 11: If you can have sex, you are not going to die of heart attack, says renowned celebrity sexologist Dr. Deepak Jumani, MB (Bom), FIAMS, ACS (USA), PhD (USA), MRCPS (Glasgow), Medical Doctor with Mumbai Police.

Business Standard 11 Aug 2026 4:00 pm