Will need a dedicated bench for West Bengal SIR matters, says CJI
CEC Gyanesh Kumar assures fear-free, transparent polls in Bengal
KOLKATA, Apr 20: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Monday asserted that the poll panel will leave no stone unturned to ensure free and fair elections in West Bengal, laying out a detailed framework to curb malpractice and instil voter confidence. In a message to the officials managing the elections in the state, Kumar said the Election Commission is committed to conducting elections that are fear-free, violence-free, intimidation-free and inducement-free, underscoring a zero-tolerance approach towards electoral malpractices. We will ensure [] The post CEC Gyanesh Kumar assures fear-free, transparent polls in Bengal appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Liquor Ban Extended To 96 Hours In Bengal Ahead Of Phase 1 Polls
In a statement, the Election Commission said, It has been observed that there is an unusual spurt in sale of liquor. in West Bengal
Purulia's political future is being shaped by a fierce contest between the BJP and Trinamool. The BJP aims to build on its past successes, while Trinamool seeks to regain ground. Key issues include unemployment and agrarian distress. Government welfare schemes are a major focus for voters. This district is crucial for both parties' electoral ambitions.
ECI identifies over 8,000 'super sensitive' poll booths across West Bengal
As West Bengal gears up for elections, authorities have identified more than 8,000 polling booths deemed sensitive. In a proactive approach to maintain order, police have arrested 135 individuals. To bolster security, an innovative AI system is overseeing the voting process, designed to thwart booth disruptions.
PM Narendra Modi's 'jhalmuri' stop a 'drama': Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has labelled Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to a jhalmuri stall in Jhargram as a staged event. Banerjee claimed the Special Protection Group prepared the food and cameras were pre-installed. She questioned the believability of the scene, including Modi carrying a ten rupee note.
Fair Elections Essential in West Bengal: Agnimitra Paul
Asansol, April 20: In the midst of the assembly elections in West Bengal, claims have emerged that the I-PAC company has halted its operations. BJP leader Agnimitra Paul stated that the assertion of all I-PAC offices being closed is merely a faade. Speaking in Asansol, Paul emphasized that while some offices may appear shut, this ... Read more Fair Elections Essential in West Bengal: Agnimitra Paul
The election will be fear free, violence free, intimidation free, inducement free, chappa free, booth-jamming free, source-jamming free, Gyanesh Kumar says
Shashi Panja Criticizes Political Maneuvering Over Womens Reservation Bill
Kolkata, April 20: Political debates continue following the rejection of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the Lok Sabha. Shashi Panja, a minister in the West Bengal government, targeted the central government and the BJP on Monday, labeling their actions as a political maneuver disconnected from womens interests. In an exclusive interview with a news ... Read more Shashi Panja Criticizes Political Maneuvering Over Womens Reservation Bill
New Era of Governance and Development in Bengal: CM Rekha Gupta
Kolkata, April 20: The campaign for the West Bengal Assembly elections has gained momentum, led by Chief Ministers from BJP-ruled states. Delhis Chief Minister Rekha Gupta arrived in Kolkata on Monday to rally support for BJP candidates. Upon her arrival at the airport, BJP workers warmly welcomed her. In a conversation with the media, Gupta ... Read more New Era of Governance and Development in Bengal: CM Rekha Gupta
West Bengal Assembly polls: Incidents of clash trigger security concerns as polls draw near
Mamata Banerjee alleges selective targeting of Trinamool workers as part of preventive arrests.The EC and the State police take down over 11,000 social media posts
Taking a jibe at the prime minister for campaigning extensively across West Bengal for the Assembly polls, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge asked whether Modi wished to become the chief minister of the state.
CRPF Soldier Attempts Suicide During West Bengal Election Duty
Kolkata, April 20: A soldier from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) attempted suicide on Monday while on election duty in Murshidabad district, West Bengal. According to police reports, the soldier was rescued from the Shaktipur police station area in the Rejinagar assembly constituency and is currently receiving treatment at a local hospital. Several CRPF ... Read more CRPF Soldier Attempts Suicide During West Bengal Election Duty
TMCs Dissolution Expected on May 4, Claims BJP President Nitin Naveen
Agra, April 20: Nitin Naveen, the National President of BJP, participated in several roadshows supporting party candidates in West Bengals assembly elections on Monday. During a rally in the Agra assembly constituency, he asserted that the dissolution of the TMC is imminent on May 4. In an interview, Naveen stated that the people of West ... Read more TMCs Dissolution Expected on May 4, Claims BJP President Nitin Naveen
Modi killed bill on womens quota, opposition fought delimitation bill only: Congs Kharge
Cooch Behar (WB), Apr 20: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday claimed it was Prime Minister Narendra Modi who killed the Constitution amendment bill to implement womens quota in legislatures from 2029 and pointed out that the opposition has fought the delimitation bill only. Taking a jibe at the prime minister for campaigning extensively across West Bengal for the Assembly polls, he asked whether Modi wished to become the chief minister of the state. Over the prime minister accusing the [] The post Modi killed bill on womens quota, opposition fought delimitation bill only: Congs Kharge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Bengal polls a battle of poverty, exploitation for Murshidabad beedi workers
Samserganj: As political leaders criss-cross Murshidabad promising to stop infiltration and restore names deleted during the SIR ahead of the West Bengal assembly polls, 12-year-old Ruksana Khatun sits cross-legged on the mud floor of her house in Suti, rolling tobacco into tendu leaves before leaving for school. Beside the girl, her mother Rahima Bibi works 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 .
The Bengal test: Can Mamata hold, or will BJP crack the bastion?
West Bengal gears up for a fierce electoral battle as Mamata Banerjee's TMC faces a strong challenge from the BJP, aiming to breach her long-held bastion. The Congress-Left alliance seeks to regain lost ground amidst concerns over violence and governance.
Smriti Irani Promises Uniform Civil Code in West Bengal if BJP Wins
Kolkata, April 20: The verbal clash between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified in West Bengal. Former Union Minister Smriti Irani referenced the BJPs manifesto, asserting that if the party comes to power, it will fulfill its promises. She made it clear that there should be no confusion regarding ... Read more Smriti Irani Promises Uniform Civil Code in West Bengal if BJP Wins
Pradhan claims chaos, corruption in Trinamool Congress-led West Bengal
Days ahead of polling for the first phase on April 23, the BJP leader alleges that law and order has collapsed in the State and that corruption and the syndicate raj have weakened administrative structures, hindering development
We cant have fishing inquiry, says SC on allegation of addition of voters in WB
New Delhi: We cant have a fishing inquiry, the Supreme Court said on Monday, April 20, after it was mentioned that five to seven lakhs voters have allegedly been added by the Election Commission (EC) in poll-bound West Bengal. Senior advocate Menaka Guruswamy mentioned the matter before a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and 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 .
West Bengal polls: Mamata calls PMs pit stop to buy jhalmuri full drama
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modis unscheduled stop to buy jhalmuri during poll campaigning was drama. Her comment came a day after Modi made a pit stop during his campaign tour in Jhargram to buy jhalmuri, a popular Bengali street food made of puffed rice, green 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 .
Heatwave to grip northwest, central, east India for 45 days: IMD
Heatwave conditions are expected across parts of northwest, central, and east India for the next four to five days. Several states including Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, and West Bengal will experience high temperatures. Hot and humid weather is also forecast for Gangetic West Bengal and parts of South India. Thunderstorm activity and hailstorms are possible in some regions on Monday.
Modi killed bill on women's quota, opposition fought delimitation bill only: Congress' Kharge
Taking a jibe at the Prime Minister for campaigning extensively across West Bengal for the Assembly polls, Kharge asked whether Modi wished to become the Chief Minister of the State
Rajnath Singh Promises to End Rule of Thugs in West Bengal if BJP Wins
Kolkata, April 20: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated on Monday that if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) comes to power in the upcoming assembly elections in West Bengal, it will put an end to the reign of thugs in the state. While addressing an election rally in the Birbhum districts Santhia, Singh launched a fierce ... Read more Rajnath Singh Promises to End Rule of Thugs in West Bengal if BJP Wins
Northwest, Central, Adjoining East India To Witness Heatwave Conditions For Next 4-5 Days: IMD
NEW DELHI, Apr 20: Heatwave conditions are very likely to prevail over isolated pockets of northwest, central and the adjoining parts of east India for the next four to five days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Monday. It said isolated pockets of Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Punjab, East Rajasthan, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, West Uttar Pradesh, West Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gangetic West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha and scattered pockets of East Uttar Pradesh are expected to witness heatwave conditions on different dates [] The post Northwest, Central, Adjoining East India To Witness Heatwave Conditions For Next 4-5 Days: IMD appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Rajnath Singh Calls for Change in West Bengal Amidst Fear and Violence
Murshidabad, April 20: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh targeted the Trinamool Congress (TMC) during a press conference on Monday. He stated that for the past 15 years, West Bengal has been engulfed in an atmosphere of fear, violence, and alleged atrocities. The people of West Bengal have given TMC three consecutive terms. In my opinion, 15 ... Read more Rajnath Singh Calls for Change in West Bengal Amidst Fear and Violence
Modi Killed Women's Bill, Opp Fought Delimitation Only: Kharge in WB
Taking a jibe at the prime minister for campaigning extensively across West Bengal for the Assembly polls, he asked whether Modi wished to become the chief minister of the state
Rajnath Singh promises Durga Squad for womens safety in Bengal if BJP wins
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced a 'Durga Squad' for women's safety if the Bharatiya Janata Party wins in West Bengal. He promised strict action against those troubling women and assured the rule of law. Singh stated the election is about fear versus trust and development versus corruption. He predicted a BJP victory and the end of darkness on May 4.
West Bengal: Nearly 7 Lakh Voters Added Ahead Of Polls; EC Yet to Give Details
West Bengals electoral rolls see a large increase ahead of the 2026 elections, with nearly 7,00,000 voters added.
Supreme Court to seek Calcutta High Court report on functioning of Bengal Electoral Tribunals
The Supreme Court of India has said it will seek a report from the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court regarding how appellate tribunals are functioning in connection with the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal. The Bench ofChief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchiwas apprised by [] The post Supreme Court to seek Calcutta High Court report on functioning of Bengal Electoral Tribunals appeared first on India Legal .
ECI imposes 48-hour dry day restrictions in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal ahead of polling
In preparation for the 2026 Assembly elections, the Election Commission of India has announced a ban on alcohol sales in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, introducing dry days leading up to polling and during vote counting. Authorities are mandated to enforce these restrictions rigorously, promoting a fairer and more tranquil voting atmosphere.
West Bengals Investment Climate Under Scrutiny: BJPs Samik Bhattacharya Raises Concerns
Kolkata, April 20: Samik Bhattacharya, the state president of the BJP and a member of the Rajya Sabha, has raised serious questions regarding West Bengals economic situation and investment environment. He claims that the state is no longer favorable for investments, leading to a significant number of companies leaving. Bhattacharya stated, Over the past 15 ... Read more West Bengals Investment Climate Under Scrutiny: BJPs Samik Bhattacharya Raises Concerns
Supreme Court to Seek Report from Calcutta High Court on West Bengal Voter List Disputes
New Delhi, April 20: The Supreme Court addressed ongoing controversies related to the Special Intensive Review (SIR) process of voter lists in West Bengal during a hearing on Monday. The court announced it would request a report from the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court, particularly concerning the functioning of appellate tribunals established to ... Read more Supreme Court to Seek Report from Calcutta High Court on West Bengal Voter List Disputes
Nitin Nabin accuses TMC of betraying women over quota bill
BJP leader Nitin Nabin accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by opposing the central government's women's reservation bill. He stated that the TMC's stance on this issue contrasts with their alleged support for minority reservations. Nabin highlighted concerns about women's safety in West Bengal and criticized the state government's policies regarding infiltrators.
West Bengal polls: ECI cracks down on musclemen, 135 arrested ahead of Phase 1 voting
As West Bengal braces for electoral battles, state officials are implementing rigorous security strategies. With more than 135 arrests made to date, the focus is on ensuring a tranquil election process. The Election Commission is harnessing advanced AI surveillance technology and outfitting security personnel with bodycams.
Assam Chief Minister Claims BJP Will Form Government in West Bengal
Mumbai, April 20: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma asserted on Monday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will establish its government in West Bengal this time. While campaigning for the BJP in Gaurabazar, located in the Paschim Bardhaman district, he expressed complete confidence in the partys victory, stating that the results are 100 percent ... Read more Assam Chief Minister Claims BJP Will Form Government in West Bengal
West Bengal polls 2026: What Trinamool, BJP, Congress, Left promise in their manifestos
The BJP promises an aid of 3,000 to unemployed youths double of Trinamools offer as womens safety takes centrestage in poll manifestos of major parties
SIR in West Bengal: Will call for report from Chief Justice of Calcutta HC today itself, says SC
The CJI expressed displeasure that almost everyday, the matters related to SIR in West Bengal were being mentioned before it
SIR in West Bengal: Will call for report from chief justice of HC today itself, says SC
NEW DELHI, Apr 20: The Supreme Court on Monday said it would call for a report from the chief justice of the Calcutta High Court today itself after it was alleged that the appellate tribunals constituted for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in West Bengal were not functioning. Senior advocate Devadatt Kamat mentioned the matter before a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi. This is the West Bengal SIR matter.Your lordships have listed the matter for [] The post SIR in West Bengal: Will call for report from chief justice of HC today itself, says SC appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress is Among Those Responsible for Partition: Owaisi
Owaisi hit out at the Congress and the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for calling AIMIM the BJP's B team in West Bengal, objecting to criticism over his party contesting 11 seats
PM Modi targets TMC over infiltration, tribal neglect ahead of West Bengal polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Trinamool Congress government led by Mamata Banerjee of fostering Maha jungleraj, alleging infiltration, neglect of tribal communities, and appeasement politics ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections
West Bengal: Over 7 lakh new voters added ahead of elections
The Election Commission of India has added around seven lakh new voters to West Bengals electoral rolls ahead of assembly polls. Of these, over 3.22 lakh will vote in the first phase, while nearly 3.88 lakh will participate in the second phase
SC seeks Calcutta HC report on Bengal voter tribunals not functioning properly
New Delhi:The Supreme Court on Monday, April 20, said it will seek a report from the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court on the functioning of appellate tribunals set up to hear appeals against inclusions and exclusions in West Bengals electoral rolls following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR). A bench comprising Chief Justice of 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 .
TMC Remembers Rights of Workers, Women, and Youth Only During Elections: Dilip Ghosh
Khargpur, April 20: Political activities have intensified in West Bengal as the assembly elections approach. The ruling party, TMC, and the BJP are engaged in a war of accusations. In this context, BJP candidate Dilip Ghosh has made sharp remarks about Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. In a media interaction, Ghosh stated, As elections approach, TMC ... Read more TMC Remembers Rights of Workers, Women, and Youth Only During Elections: Dilip Ghosh
West Bengal BJP candidate from the Kharagpur Sadar Assembly constituency, Dilip Ghosh, on Monday called the India Political Action Committee (I-PAC) a means to promote corruption in the state following the arrest of Director Vinesh Chandel in a money laundering case.
TMC Remembers Workers, Women, and Youth Rights Only During Elections: Dilip Ghosh
Khargpur, April 20: Political activities in West Bengal have intensified as assembly elections approach. The ruling party, TMC, and the BJP are exchanging accusations. In this context, BJP candidate Dilip Ghosh has made sharp remarks regarding Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. In a media interaction, Ghosh stated, As elections approach, TMC suddenly remembers the rights of ... Read more TMC Remembers Workers, Women, and Youth Rights Only During Elections: Dilip Ghosh
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee attacked the BJP at a community outreach program in her Bhabanipur constituency, alleging voter list deletions and attempts to divide people on religious and caste lines. She emphasized elections as a festival of democracy and urged unity among diverse communities, vowing to protect communal harmony in Bengal.
BJP President Nitin Naveen to Hold Multiple Rallies in West Bengal Today
New Delhi, April 20: BJP National President Nitin Naveen will campaign in West Bengal today, appealing for votes for the partys candidates through public meetings and roadshows. His schedule includes a public rally at 10:30 AM at Dariberia School Turn, Kali Mandir Ground, Mahishadal, East Medinipur (Tamluk). This will be followed by a roadshow at ... Read more BJP President Nitin Naveen to Hold Multiple Rallies in West Bengal Today
Nitin Nabin ramps up BJP campaign with rallies in West Bengal today
New Delhi: BJP national president Nitin Nabin is set to hold a series of public rallies and roadshows across West Bengal on Monday, April 20 as the partys intensified election campaign in the state. His schedule includes a public rally at 10:30 AM at Dariberiya School More, Kali Mandir Ground, in Mahishadal, Purba Medinipur (Tamluk), 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 .
Women's Reservation | No changes were proposed to Delimitation Commission Act: Centre
Central government Sunday reiterated that no changes were proposed to the Delimitation Commission Act in the Bills, introduced by it in the Lok Sabha on April 16, 2026 to ensure 33 percent women reservation in 2029. Responding to frequently asked queries about three bills to allay all apprehensions in the minds of public, it stated, On April 16, 2026, the central government introduced three key bills in the Lok Sabha i.e., The Constitution (One Hundred and Thirty-First Amendment) Bill, 2026; The Delimitation Bill, 2026 and The Union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026. To explain the rationale why those three Bills were brought at this point in time, it, while referring to (Women Reservation Act 2023), stated, The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam provides that reservation for women will be implemented based on delimitation after the Census conducted post-2026. If the government had waited for the Census and subsequent delimitation, women would not have been able to benefit from 33 percent reservation even in the 2029 general elections as the census and subsequent delimitation period take time. Therefore, to ensure timely benefits to half the population, it was considered necessary to delink implementation of the Act from this condition. Spelling out the benefits if these Bills had been passed, it asserted that if passed and approved, these Bills would have enabled women to receive 33 percent reservation in the Lok Sabha as early as the 2029 general elections. Clarifying why the delimitation was linked with the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam and why there was a proposal to increase seats, the central government delineated that it was imperative to provide reservation. Delimitation means finalising the boundary of a constituency. It is essential for implementing womens reservation. The limit on seats in Lok Sabha was set at 550 in 1976. In 1971, the population of India was 54 Cr. Today it is 140 Cr. Therefore, it is important to increase seats to 850 in Lok Sabha. This would enable fair representation of people in the Parliament. It rejected the contentions (forwarded by the opposition) that there was any attempt to modify the Delimitation Commission Act for political advantage or it would have affected ongoing state elections. No changes were proposed to the Delimitation Commission Act. The existing legal framework remains intact and any recommendations of the Commission would require parliamentary approval and Presidential assent. Ongoing elections, including those in states like Tamil Nadu or West Bengal, would not be affected, as elections up to 2029 will be conducted under the current system, the Centre has reiterated. Elucidating the rationale behind increasing Lok Sabha seats to 850, it pointed out that the proposal was based on a proportional expansion approach. A uniform 50 percent increase in seats would maintain the proportion for all states and UTs. Applying this principle to the current 543 seats would lead to approximately 815 seats. Therefore, the upper limit on seats was increased from the current cap of 550 seats in Lok Sabha to 850 seats, it said. The government also rejected the apprehensions that the new delimitation proposal would have adversely affected southern or smaller states. All states would see a uniform 50 percent increase in seats. Southern states would not face any reduction in representation; rather, their overall share would remain stable. For example, Tamil Nadus seats would increase proportionally, ensuring no disadvantage. As the table below shows, the southern states currently have 23.76 percent seats in Lok Sabha. This would have become 23.87 percent after passage of the Bills, it clarified. It asserted that in case of 50 percent increase model, the revised status (in percentage) of Karnataka would have been 5.14 percent against existing 5.15 percent; in Andhra Pradesh, it would have been 4.65 percent instead of existing 4.60 percent; in Telangana, it would have been 3.18 percent against present status of 3.13 percent; in Tamil Nadu, it would have been 7.23 percent against current status of 7.18 percent and in case of Keralam, it would have been 3.67 percent against existing status of 3.68 percent. It also stated that contrary to the propaganda, the states that controlled population growth would not face any disadvantage. As the increase in seats was proposed uniformly across states, their proportional representation would remain unchanged or slightly improve, it was stated. With regard to questions about the Bills affecting the representation of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, the central government clarified, The process of delimitation ensures proportional reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. With an expanded House, the number of reserved seats would increase significantly, thereby strengthening their representation. It also rejected the contention that the Constitutional Amendment Bill introduced was aimed at delaying caste census. The Government has already started a time-bound programme for caste census. The process includes detailed enumeration, and caste-related data will be recorded during the population count phase, it clarified. Regarding questions why there was no separate quota for Muslim women within the reservation framework, it reiterated, The Constitution of India does not provide for reservation based on religion. Reservation policies are based on social and economic backwardness, as laid out in the Constitution. The central government pointed out that the womens reservation was not implemented in the 2024 general elections itself as implementing reservation required delimitation of seats. Delimitation is an extensive consultative process. It takes about two years to complete delimitation. Therefore, these Bills (including Delimitation Bill) were brought in the Parliament for implementing womens reservation. However, the Womens Reservation Bill was introduced and passed in 2023 to establish the legal and constitutional framework for womens reservation. Its unanimous passage reflected broad political support at the time, enabling the enactment of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, it stated. With regard to the requirement of separate Union Territories Bill, it was pointed out that the Legislative Assemblies in Union Territories such as Jammu and Kashmir, Delhi and Puducherry are governed by separate legal provisions. Therefore, specific amendments were required to implement womens reservation in these regions, necessitating a separate Bill, it was stated.
TMC changing Bengals culture, language through infiltration: PM
Corruption, extortion paralyse governance, economy PURULIA, (WB), Apr 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched a broadside against the TMC Government in West Bengal, accusing it of changing the states language and culture through infiltration, neglecting tribal areas and presiding over what he called Maha jungleraj. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing a rally in Purulia that has a significant tribal population, Modi sought to sharpen the BJPs political pitch in Junglemahal ahead of the 2026 assembly [] The post TMC changing Bengals culture, language through infiltration: PM appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Police Arrest 32 Bank Officials For Multistate Cybercrime Racket
The city cybercrime police arrested 52 people, including 32 bank officials, for allegedly facilitating a pan-India cyber fraud network through mule accounts to siphon off victims money across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Bihar, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Gujarat.
TMC betrayed women, will be punished in Bengal polls: Modi
Bankura (WB): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday accused the Trinamool Congress of betraying women by preventing the passage of the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026 in Parliament, and asserted that the women would punish the ruling party in West Bengal in the upcoming assembly polls. Addressing an election rally in Bankura district, Modi attacked []
Imphal, April 20: Manipurs Home Minister, Konthoujam Govindas Singh, announced on Sunday that additional Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) will be deployed in the state after the elections in West Bengal and other states conclude. The Home Minister informed the media that approximately 88 companies of central forces had previously been withdrawn from Manipur for ... Read more Manipur to Receive Additional Central Forces Post-Elections; Government Appeals to Withdraw Shutdown Call
BJP Leader Predicts CM Mamata Banerjees Defeat in Bhawanipur, Promises Good Governance in Bengal
New Delhi, April 20: BJP leader Gaurav Vallabh has claimed that Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will lose the upcoming elections in Bhawanipur, asserting that the BJP will usher in a new era of good governance in West Bengal. Speaking in New Delhi, Vallabh stated that over the past 15 years, CM Mamata Banerjee and the ... Read more BJP Leader Predicts CM Mamata Banerjees Defeat in Bhawanipur, Promises Good Governance in Bengal
Prime Minister Modi Surprises Snack Vendor with Visit in West Bengal
Kolkata, April 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an unexpected stop at a snack shop in Jhargram, West Bengal, on Sunday, where he enjoyed the local delicacy, Jhalmuri. Shopkeeper Vikram Shaw expressed his astonishment at the Prime Ministers visit, calling it a significant moment for him. During his campaign for the West Bengal assembly elections, ... Read more Prime Minister Modi Surprises Snack Vendor with Visit in West Bengal
In West Bengal, Sukhu says voters want change
I.N.D.I.A. Bloc Never Opposed Womens Quota: Bhongir MP
The MP alleged that special parliamentary sessions were convened solely to gain political mileage in the elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal.
West Bengal polls: ECI flags 55 seats as 'expenditure sensitive'
West Bengal faces heightened election scrutiny. The Election Commission has marked 55 constituencies as expenditure sensitive. This year, 100 observers are deployed, the highest number across poll-bound regions. Seizures of cash, liquor, drugs, and freebies have surged. Several border areas and urban centers are under close watch to ensure fair elections.
TMC 'betrayed' women, will be punished in Polls: PM Modi in Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi attacked Trinamool and Congress for allegedly conspiring to defeat the Women's Reservation Bill. He addressed rallies in West Bengal's tribal regions, accusing the ruling party of betraying women. Modi promised financial assistance and the creation of Lakhpati Didis if the BJP forms the government, highlighting women's empowerment.
BJP Candidates Confident of Victory Following PM Modis Rally in West Bengal
Mumbai, April 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed multiple rallies and election meetings in West Bengal on Sunday, energizing the political landscape ahead of the elections. During a rally in West Midnapore, a massive crowd gathered to hear PM Modi speak. The enthusiasm among BJP candidates in the region is palpable. They believe that the ... Read more BJP Candidates Confident of Victory Following PM Modis Rally in West Bengal
Linking womens reservation with delimitation is unconstitutional, contends G. Ramakrishnan
He says by doing this, the Centre knew full well that opposition parties will oppose the Bill, and once they did, it can campaign against the opposition in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu based on the issue
BJP Claims Two-Third Majority in West Bengal Assembly Elections: Jyotirmay Singh Mahato
Purulia, April 19: BJP MP Jyotirmay Singh Mahato has asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will secure a two-thirds majority in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. In an interview with a news agency, Mahato described Prime Minister Narendra Modis election rally as historic, claiming it surpassed any previous rally held by other parties. ... Read more BJP Claims Two-Third Majority in West Bengal Assembly Elections: Jyotirmay Singh Mahato
Giriraj Singh Warns TMC: Consequences Await After May 4
Patna, April 19: The political atmosphere in West Bengal is heating up as the assembly elections approach. Union Minister Giriraj Singh has echoed Prime Minister Modis warning, stating that the TMCs goons should be on alert. After May 4, there will certainly be consequences, he asserted. During a rally in Bengal, PM Modi addressed the ... Read more Giriraj Singh Warns TMC: Consequences Await After May 4
West Bengal BJP leader Dinesh Trivedi expected to be new Indian envoy to Bangladesh
The timing of appointment is crucial as Bangladeshs new government needs support to deal with acute energy crisis that has erupted in the country because of U.S.-Israel war on Iran and the Iranian chokehold of the Strait of Hormuz
Double Engine Government in West Bengal Promises Accelerated Development: Khagen Murmu
Malda, April 19: BJP MP Khagen Murmu has asserted that the people of West Bengal are determined to establish a double engine government in the upcoming assembly elections. He claims that under BJP governance, the pace of development will double. In a conversation in Malda, Murmu highlighted the alarming rate of crimes against women in ... Read more Double Engine Government in West Bengal Promises Accelerated Development: Khagen Murmu
Mushidabad voter list sees large scale deletions: Reports
West Bengal polls: PM misusing govt machinery for political campaigns, says Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of misusing government machinery for political campaigns. She stated that Modi's address regarding the women's quota bill constituted an illegal campaign for the BJP. Banerjee plans to file a complaint with the Election Commission. She questioned the delay in implementing the women's reservation bill passed in September 2023.
The sharp rebuttal from the ruling party came hours after reports surfaced that the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC), which has been closely associated with the TMC's election campaigns since 2021, had allegedly asked its employees in West Bengal to stop work immediately and proceed on a 20-day leave
PM Narendra Modi makes unscheduled stop at Jhargram, savours street food 'jhalmuri'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an unscheduled stop in Jhargram, West Bengal. He enjoyed jhalmuri, a popular street food. Bystanders were surprised as the PM approached the stall. Modi asked for the price and requested a tasty preparation. He paid the vendor and specifically asked for no salt. The Prime Minister later shared his experience on X.
Assembly Polls: EC Cracks Down on 11,000 Unlawful Social Media Posts
While assembly elections have already taken place in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, they will take place in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal later this month.
'Will deposit Rs 9,000 under Kisan Samman Nidhi into every farmer's account': PM Modi in Medinipur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged West Bengal voters to elect a BJP government. He promised direct benefits for farmers and accountability for the current administration. Modi pledged to eliminate middlemen and ensure fair prices for produce. A BJP government will focus on development and security for all citizens. The Prime Minister also assured better employment opportunities for the youth.
Assembly polls: ECI action against 11,000 unlawful social media posts
While assembly elections have already taken place in Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, they will take place in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal later this month
West Bengal elections: CAPF holds key security review meeting in Kolkata
The meeting brought together Directors General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
PM should first release blocked central funds before professing love for West Bengal: Abhishek
Let me tell Modi and Shah, use central force and agencies, but your game plan and conspiracy have been exposed before the people, says TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee
PM Modi Relishes Jhalmuri Amidst Election Campaign in West Bengal
Jhargram, April 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi enjoyed a local delicacy, jhalmuri, during his election campaign in West Bengal. He visited a shop in Jhargram, engaging with the crowd and sharing his experience on the social media platform X. Modi mentioned that amidst a busy day filled with four rallies, he took a moment to ... Read more PM Modi Relishes Jhalmuri Amidst Election Campaign in West Bengal
Additional security forces to arrive in Manipur after West Bengal elections: Minister
Mine and bulletproof vehicles have already started coming. After the Bengal elections on April 23 and April 29, all the withdrawn forces, along with additional forces and those apt in counterinsurgency, will arrive in the State, says Manipur Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a rally in Jhargram, West Bengal. He accused the ruling Trinamool Congress of neglecting tribal communities and women. Modi urged voters to support the BJP for development and to protect Bengal's heritage. He promised better electricity supply and benefits for tribal families. The upcoming elections are crucial for the state's future.
PM Modi Exposes TMCs Anti-Women Stance in Medinipur Rally
Medinipur, April 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Vijay Sankalp Sabha in Medinipur, West Bengal, on Sunday. He criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for widespread corruption in youth recruitment, teacher appointments, and the mid-day meal program during their governance. He also highlighted the misuse of relief funds allocated for cyclone-affected individuals, stating that the ... Read more PM Modi Exposes TMCs Anti-Women Stance in Medinipur Rally
JP Nadda Claims Strong Support for BJP in West Bengal Ahead of Elections
Jalpaiguri, April 19: Central Minister JP Nadda has asserted that there is a favorable atmosphere for the BJP in West Bengal, claiming that the public is ready to establish a double engine government. Speaking to a news agency in Jalpaiguri, Nadda criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, stating that her appeasement policies have led to a ... Read more JP Nadda Claims Strong Support for BJP in West Bengal Ahead of Elections
Mamata working for infiltrators, election a battle to save Bengals identity: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said resentment against the Trinamool government has spread across communities and regions of West Bengal
PM should first release 'blocked' central funds before professing love for Bengal: Abhishek Banerjee
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to release Rs 2 lakh crore in central dues to West Bengal before professing love for the state. He criticized Modi's guarantee as zero guarantee and highlighted Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's commitment to her promises, contrasting it with alleged BJP inaction on development projects.
Narendra Modi slams TMC, alleges cultural change and jungleraj in West Bengal
Purulia (WB): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, April 19, launched a broadside against the TMC government in West Bengal, accusing it of changing the states language and culture through infiltration, neglecting tribal areas and presiding over what he called Maha jungleraj. Addressing a rally in Purulia that has a significant tribal population, Modi sought 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 .
Additional security forces to arrive in Manipur after Bengal elections: Minister
Manipur will receive more security forces after the West Bengal elections conclude. Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam stated this, assuring the public of enhanced protection. He also urged for the end of a five-day state shutdown, highlighting its negative impact on daily life, education, and businesses. The government is addressing demands related to the Tronglaobi incident.
Exclusive: Why Top Bengal Poll Officer Stands By 58 Lakh Voter Deletions
West Bengal elections: Manoj Kumar Agarwal stressed that his role was only supervising the SIR process, and he had done his job with full neutrality.
CAPF Leadership Unites for Security Preparations Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Elections
Kolkata, April 19: In a strong display of inter-agency coordination and commitment to the democratic process, the top leadership of Indias Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) convened a meeting in Kolkata on Sunday. The high-level joint meeting, attended by the Directors General of CRPF, BSF, CISF, SSB, and ITBP, aimed to establish a robust, technology-driven ... Read more CAPF Leadership Unites for Security Preparations Ahead of West Bengal Assembly Elections
PM Modi gives election guarantees to women, farmers in West Bengal rallies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was attending four rallies in West Bengal on Sunday, as he canvassed for his Bharatiya Janata Party's candidates who are set to contest in the upcoming state assembly polls.
PM Modi Highlights Bengals Struggles at Vijay Sankalp Sabha in Jhargram
Jhargram, April 19: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Vijay Sankalp Sabha in Jhargram, West Bengal, on Sunday. He emphasized that the upcoming election is crucial for preserving the rich heritage and identity of Bengal. He warned that the state is at risk of losing its unique identity. Modi criticized the Trinamool Congress (TMC) for ... Read more PM Modi Highlights Bengals Struggles at Vijay Sankalp Sabha in Jhargram
This assembly poll battle to save Bengal's identity: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that the West Bengal assembly election is a fight to preserve the state's identity, accusing the Mamata Banerjee government of favoring infiltrators over native populations. He alleged the TMC aims to form a government of infiltrators and for infiltrators, urging voters to unite for its removal.
PM misusing govt machinery for political campaigns: Mamata
Tarakeswar: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of misusing government machinery for political campaigns. Addressing a poll rally in Hooghly districts Tarakeswar, Banerjee alleged that Modi indulged in illegal campaign for the BJP through his address to the nation regarding the womens quota bill. They (BJP) misused the 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 .
