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West Bengal CM allocates Rs 10 crore aid to flood-affected Assam
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Container Ship Collides with Riverbank Near Diamond Harbour in West Bengal
Kolkata, August 13: A container ship collided with the riverbank of the Hooghly River near Diamond Harbour, West Bengal, on Wednesday due to strong currents and a possible steering gear failure. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but local residents were alarmed as the incident occurred near a ferry terminal. The collision also caused damage to ... Read more Container Ship Collides with Riverbank Near Diamond Harbour in West Bengal
Terracotta to saffron to white to saffron: Colour fight erupts over Bengals soul
STF arrests first Pakistan spy in Bengal since 2014
Annapurna net widens to include Kisan, handicapped beneficiaries
26 schoolkids discharged from hospital
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
SSC halts recruitment of assistant teachers for classes 11, 12 at state schools
KP to set up Divisional Crime Record Bureaus for digital monitoring in city
Senior citizen loses Rs 4L FD to fraudsters
Irate flyers stage protest at Kol airport after 6-hr delay
Campus protest against Bengal Files at Jadavpur University
KMC finds deviation from plans in Abhisheks Shantiniketan building
Assembly passes bills to increase Kolkata, Howrah wards
Judicial panel probes Bangla Academy corruption claims
Teens plaint to cops after neighbours car runs over pet cat
Illegal call centre busted in Sector V
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.
Young orators shine at prestigious CISCE regional debate
Maachh-bhaat debut at Maa Ahaar canteens
Low pressure, monsoon trough over city, more rain likely today
Kolkata port reclaims 15.6 acre encroached land
e-KYC queues lengthen at LPG dealer outlets
Ahead of Aug 16 rollout, last-mile dash to fill Ayushman, state health scheme gaps
Vande Mataram debut at I-Day parade on Red Road
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
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
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.
Reorganisation of KMC wards should not impact a specific community, says Hakim
Anyone denigrating Netaji to face strict action: Suvendu
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
Missing Murshidabad man traced in Chennai after 18 months
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.
From Netaji to Syamaprasad: Row in Rampurhat over renaming of road
Optical fibre connectivity for all Bengal villages in 3 years: Centre
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
4 BJP workers arrested for violence at BLLRO office
Calcutta HC questions ED on need to keep Sujit Bose in custody
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 .
Bengal to announce new MSME policy with incentives, reforms
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.
West Bengal STF arrests Pakistani national, aide over suspected ISI links
Tripura secures Rs 1,200-crore ADB loan for Agartala flood mitigation infra
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.
Describing the flood situation in Assam as 'terrifying', West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday announced financial assistance of Rs 10 crore from the Chief Minister's Relief Fund to help the neighbouring state tackle the crisis.
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
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.
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.
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 .
Banned but unstoppable, why Kolkata keeps failing to stop laser strikes on aircraft
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 .
West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh challenges Rahul Gandhi
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West Bengal Assembly to Hold Special Session for Key Amendment Bills
Kolkata, August 12: A special one-day session of the West Bengal Assembly is set to take place on Wednesday, during which two significant amendment bills are expected to be passed. These bills aim to increase the number of wards in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) and the Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC). Elections for both municipal ... Read more West Bengal Assembly to Hold Special Session for Key Amendment Bills
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.
CBI arrests proclaimed offender in 2021 West Bengal post-poll violence case
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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
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
For Bengal, Ayushman enrolment will be easier than cracking SIR
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.
Banking on govt to clear Maidan Market block: Metro GM
Suvendus chopper makes emergency landing at Kolaghat
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
Health dept lifts curbs on two pvt blood centres
Senior citizen in search of missing son defrauded of Rs 29 lakh
KP sounds caution as online games turn into cybercrime traps
City condos draw up plans to rein in 2-wheelers, cars
One more arrested in BJP mans death in 21
Retired divisional engineer duped of Rs 25.5L in MBBS seat scam
First phase of Purple Line tunnelling ends, TBM Divya bores its way to Victoria station
33 schoolkids in hospital, hostel closed for a week
Orange Line to operate up to Sector V by Dec 31: Metro general manager
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
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, []
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 []
24 hours after downpour, Kolkata pockets grapple with flooded roads
Kolkata, Howrah delimitation bills in assembly today
Theatre workers repaint Academy counter white
Waterlogging, rally and road diversions bring traffic to a crawl in north, central Kolkata
Higher edu dept seeks last 3 yrs EC info from JU
Assailants file conversion FIR against Haridevpur prayer house
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
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
People become arrogant before fall: Hazras veiled swipe at BJP netas
Basunia, wife escorted out of Sitai home after MPs return triggers protests
Brand of politics in Bengal disappointing: Neha Bora
Ananta stirs fresh row over Netaji, Didi takes insult protest to streets
