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India Plans Major Expansion Of Railway Capacity

India is looking to significantly expand railway capacity across its busiest routes, with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighting the need to strengthen seven high-density corridors spanning around 11,000 km.In a latest social media post, Vaishnaw states that these routes account for nearly 41% of total rail traffic despite making up only 16% of the railway network. The seven corridors include Delhi-Howrah, Howrah-Chennai, Chennai-Mumbai, Mumbai-Delhi, Delhi-Chennai, Mumbai-Howrah and Delhi-Guwahati.The Centre has also approved four multitracking projects worth 9,450 crore, which will add around 410 km of new rail lines across states including West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.Vaishnaw stressed that expanding rail capacity is crucial for reducing logistics costs and making transportation greener.

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 4:25 pm

West Bengals Dual-Engine Government Aims for Economic Transformation, Says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari

Kolkata, August 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated on Thursday that the primary goal of the newly established dual-engine government is to ensure public welfare through economic transformation in the state. He emphasized his readiness to attract significant investments and facilitate ease of doing business in West Bengal to achieve this objective. While ... Read more West Bengals Dual-Engine Government Aims for Economic Transformation, Says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 3:35 pm

LTM makes fresh tech push from Kolkata with Global Delivery & AI Competency Centre

LTM, the business creativity partner to global enterprises, has inaugurated a new Global Delivery & AI Competency Centre in Kolkata, expanding the L&T Groups technology and AI capabilities in West Bengal. The centre will support global delivery operations, develop AI solutions, create technology opportunities and tap Kolkatas talent pool, academic ecosystem and digital infrastructure as part of LTMs wider India expansion strategy.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 3:25 pm

Why did the UN committee urge India to address hate speech and hate crimes?

The UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination called on India to suspend NRC, and revise Special Intensive Revision; it also noted that more than nine million people have been disenfranchised in West Bengal because of the SIR

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 2:06 pm

Return to Bengal, CM Suvendu urges skilled professionals from state working outside

West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has called on skilled professionals to come back to their roots, highlighting promising career opportunities available through the government's recent initiatives. With aims to generate jobs for the educated youth and boost investments, the inauguration of LTM's new IT campus marks a significant step. The administration is committed to fostering growth in emerging tech sectors and supporting local businesses.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 1:48 pm

Kolkatas Ward Count May Exceed Draft Proposal Amid Upcoming Elections

Kolkata, August 27: The West Bengal Municipal Affairs and Urban Development Department has released a draft delimitation list this week, indicating that the number of wards under the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) may increase by two beyond the proposed count. According to the draft, the number of wards in KMC is set to rise from ... Read more Kolkatas Ward Count May Exceed Draft Proposal Amid Upcoming Elections

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 1:24 pm

Nepal Flood Live Updates: Toll climbs to 168

Nepal Flash Flood LIVE Updates: At least 168 people have died and more than 1,100 remain missing after a glacial collapse triggered devastating flash floods and mudslides along the Nepal-China border, destroying roads, bridges and settlements and leaving hundreds of foreign travellers unaccounted for.Nepals National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority said Thursday that 165 bodies had been recovered from flood-affected areas near the Bhotekoshi river at the Nepal-China border. Identification of the victims was under way.Also read: Nepal flash floods: List of nationalities of missing touristsChinas Xinhua News Agency reported three deaths and 558 missing people in Tibet after mudslides struck Gyirong county. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV said 260 of those reported missing in Tibet were foreigners and that two villagers had been rescued.Glacial collapse triggered sudden flood surgeNepals disaster management authorities separately said 579 travellersincluding 466 foreigners and 113 Nepaliswere missing from the affected area. The combined figure of more than 1,100 reported missing people reflects separate updates from Nepal and Tibet and may include figures that authorities are still working to reconcile.The disaster struck on Wednesday after an ice-and-rock mass collapsed in the Himalayas, sending a sudden surge of water and debris down the Lhende Khola river system. The flood swept through communities in Nepals Rasuwa district and affected Tibets Gyirong county near the border.Videos and drone footage showed muddy floodwaters washing away roads and bridges, burying vehicles and damaging buildings. Nepals Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority said as many as 80 bridges and 40 kilometres of paved highway had been damaged or swept away.At least 83 security personnel, including members of the police and armed forces, were also reported missing in Nepal. Hundreds of people have been rescued by helicopter, although damaged infrastructure, difficult terrain and widespread debris have slowed relief operations.The United States Geological Survey initially reported a magnitude 4.4 earthquake near Kathmandu but later revised its assessment, saying the seismic event was caused by a glacial collapse and debris flow rather than an earthquake.The USGS said the collapse triggered subsequent catastrophic impacts downstream. Climate experts at the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development said an avalanche from a glacier likely caused the flash flood.Water levels in the Trishuli river rose by as much as nine metres within half an hour, the experts said.Also read: Nepal floods: 37 from Tamil Nadu, 32 from West Bengal, 77 Isha Foundation members among those missingIndia places Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on alertIndia has placed Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on alert for possible flash flooding. About 5,000 people were evacuated in Bihar after flood warnings were issued, according to the earlier AP report.India is also coordinating with Nepal on rescue and relief efforts, amid reports that 133 Indian pilgrims travelling to Mount Kailash were among those missing.Australias Foreign Minister Penny Wong said at least 34 Australians involved in pilgrimage and hiking groups remained unaccounted for.We understand these Australians were part of separate pilgrimage and tour groups, Wong said.Malaysias Foreign Ministry said 55 Malaysians in Kathmandu were unreachable because severe infrastructure damage had disrupted communication. It said there was no official confirmation of Malaysian casualties.Roads, bridges and villages swept awayThe floods struck rapidly in the morning, when many residents were preparing to leave for work.When I reached Dhunge bazaar, in half an hour, the flood came and damaged all the market. People were preparing to go to office then, resident Shoyam Rajbhandari said. How many people are missing or dead, we dont know.Videos showed what appeared to be the second floors of buildings in Nepals hard-hit areas covered in mud. Debris was left hanging from tree branches and power lines, while vehicles were buried under sediment.Rescue teams have been working to reach communities cut off by damaged roads and bridges. The United Nations, Red Cross and other organisations are coordinating humanitarian assistance.In Tibet, Chinese President Xi Jinping called for an all-out rescue effort. Xinhua reported that a Y-20 transport aircraft from the Western Theater Command Air Force was carrying a guidance team to help organise rescue operations in Gyirong county.A recurring Himalayan dangerThe Lhende Khola river system has flooded twice in 14 months. Last year, a glacial lake in Tibet overflowed after high temperatures, killing nine people and damaging critical infrastructure, including a bridge connecting Nepal and China.The Lhende Khola has flooded twice in 14 months, this time triggered by an ice rock avalanche from a glacier on the Nepal side that blocked the river and released a sudden surge downstream, said Saswata Sanyal, a disaster risk reduction specialist.He stressed the importance of early-warning systems in a warming Himalaya.Researchers have found that glaciers across the Hindu Kush Himalaya are melting faster, with ice loss rates doubling since 2000. Experts warn that rising temperatures, intense monsoons and unstable ice formations could make similar disasters more frequent across South Asia.What happenedA glacial collapse sent ice, rocks and debris into the Lhende Khola river system.The resulting flash flood swept through parts of Nepals Rasuwa district and Tibets Gyirong county.The USGS later ruled out an earthquake as the cause.Experts said the flood wave reached exceptional speed and magnitude.Casualties and missing personsNepal has recovered 165 bodies, with identification under way.Tibet has reported three deaths and 558 missing people.Nepal has reported 579 missing travellers, including 466 foreigners and 113 Nepalis.More than 1,100 people are reported missing across the two affected areas, although the figures remain subject to verification.At least 83 Nepalese security personnel are among those reported missing.Foreign nationals affectedNepalese tourism officials earlier said 133 Indians travelling on pilgrimage to Mount Kailash were missing. The list also included 47 Americans, 34 Australians, 33 Britons and 24 Canadians.The US State Department said it was working with local authorities to assist affected Americans and providing $500,000 in emergency funding, according to the Bloomberg report.Australia said it was coordinating with Nepal, the United Nations, the Red Cross and other organisations on a humanitarian response.The Himalayan range contains some of the worlds largest remaining glaciers and supplies water to millions of people. Its steep valleys are also vital transport and economic corridors but remain highly vulnerable to flash floods, landslides and glacial lake outbursts.The latest disaster has renewed concerns over the safety of communities and infrastructure across a rapidly warming Himalayan region.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 10:30 am

IMD Weather Update: IMD gave alert of heavy rain in these 15 states along with UP-Bihar, storm will come at the speed of 40 kmph

IMD Weather Update: India Meteorological Department (IMD), while releasing the weather bulletin for today i.e. 27th August, has predicted heavy to very heavy rain in 13 states of the country. Along with this, a warning has been issued in many states including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal about strong storm, lightning and wind [] The post IMD Weather Update: IMD gave alert of heavy rain in these 15 states along with UP-Bihar, storm will come at the speed of 40 kmph first appeared on informalnewz .

informalnewz 27 Aug 2026 10:26 am

West Bengal Minister Advises Caution for Mountain Travel Following Nepal Flood Tragedy

Kolkata, August 27: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh expressed his condolences regarding the recent flood disaster in Nepal, describing it as a tragic natural calamity for which no one can be held accountable. He emphasized the need for caution, particularly for travelers heading to mountainous regions during the monsoon season. Ghosh stated, While natural events ... Read more West Bengal Minister Advises Caution for Mountain Travel Following Nepal Flood Tragedy

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 10:00 am

Nepal floods: 37 from Tamil Nadu, 32 from West Bengal, 77 Isha Foundation members among those missing

Over 130 Indians are missing and many others are stranded in Nepal. Many pilgrims on the Mansarovar Yatra are among those affected by the floods. Several Indian states have launched helplines to assist affected citizens and their families. Communication links are disrupted, making details about missing individuals scarce. Authorities are working to account for all stranded and missing Indian nationals.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 8:26 am

Majid Magray captains India in Mixed Disability Cricket Series against England

Majid Magray was on 48 when he launched his 15th ball over the boundary at Lords on Aug19. The six brought up his 50 off 15 balls. He finished unbeaten on 63 off 19 as India beat England in the seventh and final Mixed Disability IT20. For the 36-year-old from the Anchidora locality of Anantnag town, the innings came at Lords, the home of the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC). For Magray, walking onto the historic ground in an India jersey and leading the side made the occasion even more special. It was a different feeling altogether. You see photographs and portraits of all these great players there. To walk onto that ground wearing the India jersey and lead the team was something special, Magray said after returning from England. The Lords galleries feature portraits and photographs of cricket greats, including W.G. Grace, Sir Donald Bradman, Viv Richards, Richard Hadlee, Clive Lloyd, Brian Lara, Ian Botham, Shane Warne, Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Kapil Dev, Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Javed Miandad, Saeed Anwar, Inzamam-ul-Haq and Zaheer Abbas. India posted 206, with Arjun Gawre of Nagpur scoring 68 off 44 balls and Sai Akash Saivamani of Chennai making 48 off 38. England was bundled out for 88. Hilal Ahmad Wani of Akad, Anantnag, took four wickets, while Jayesh Parmar of West Bengal claimed three. Wani finished the series with 11 wickets from four matches. The match was the seventh and final fixture of the series. India won three games and England four. One of Indias defeats came by two runs off the final ball. It was a closely fought contest. The match where we lost by two runs went to the wire, to the last ball. We couldnt face the pressure and buckled. Otherwise, we would have won, Magray said. Magrays 15-ball fifty was quicker than Kapil Devs 35-ball Test fifty against England in 1982. Liam Livingstone scored a 25-ball ODI fifty at Lords against Australia in 2024. Magray began playing physical disability cricket in 2018 and made his India debut in 2024. Since then, he has represented India in that category and has now also made it to Mixed Disability Cricket. Earlier this year, he was part of Indias winning T20 Champions Trophy campaign in Mixed Disability Cricket, which featured England, Sri Lanka and Pakistan. Mixed Disability Cricket has three categories- physical disability, learning disability, and deaf and hard of hearing. Three cricketers from Kashmir represented India in the tournament. Magray came from the physical disability category, Wani from the deaf and hard-of-hearing category, and Rizwan Ahmad of Kupwara from the learning disability category. Magray was not born with a disability. An accident when he was in Class 8 left him with a locomotor disability and disrupted his studies. He later returned to cricket, initially playing alongside non-disabled cricketers before entering competitive disability cricket. I got the best possible treatment but remained bedridden for over a year. The disability, however, remained with me forever, Magray said. The game has also evolved in Jammu and Kashmir. We used to play matting cricket. For the past three years, we have shifted to turf cricket as facilities have improved, he said. Tap-ball cricket has increasingly given way to the cricket ball, mostly Kookaburra. Magray said better equipment and infrastructure had helped differently abled cricket gain recognition. After the England tour, the Indian team met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and raised issues concerning differently abled cricketers. He gave us a patient hearing and assured us of addressing them, Magray said. At 36, Magray said managing his workload had become important. Earlier, age was on my side. Now age is catching up, and I have to be very selective about the matches I play. In professional cricket, we have trainers, and that makes things easier, he said. He credits his parents, brother and sister for standing by him throughout his journey. His message to other differently abled people is simple. Dont let your disability dominate you. Overcome it and you will do what other people do. England won the series 4-3. But for Magray, the numbers from Lords will endure 63 off 19, including a 15-ball fifty, while captaining India.

Greater Kashmir 27 Aug 2026 6:35 am

Medical students summoned for questioningin blood bank scamin Bengal

Three laboratory technicians werearrested in Panskura in relation to the blood selling scam

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 4:15 am

West Bengal Proposes Multi-Service Centers to Combat Rising Prices

Kolkata, August 27: The All India Fair Price Shop Dealers Federation has submitted a proposal to the West Bengal government aimed at transforming the states Public Distribution System (PDS) shops into multi-service centers. This initiative seeks to mitigate the soaring prices of essential goods in the market. In a letter addressed to the Chief Minister, ... Read more West Bengal Proposes Multi-Service Centers to Combat Rising Prices

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 1:59 am

Nepal Floods: 32-Member Kolkata Group Among Many From West Bengal Untraceable

Nepal Flash Floods: More than 100 people were killed and over 750, including 133 Indian nationals, remain missing after the flash flood originating in Tibet swept through central Nepal.

NDTV 27 Aug 2026 1:14 am

West Bengals Chief Minister Promises Zero Tolerance Against Political Exploitation of Religious Events

Kolkata, August 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated on Wednesday that the state government is fully committed to protecting the faith, expression, and cultural practices of every community. In a post on the social media platform X, Adhikari emphasized that during the occasion of Milad-un-Nabi, religious flags and the Indian national flag were ... Read more West Bengals Chief Minister Promises Zero Tolerance Against Political Exploitation of Religious Events

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 12:59 am

Mini Bangla empties out, bounce-back hope fades

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:21 am

Helmetless biker detained for assaulting cop

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:21 am

Cops probe Rs 1.1 cr SIM fraud racket

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:20 am

4 phones go missing from actors bags at venue

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:20 am

Neighbour sexually abuses Garfa 4-yr-old, detained

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:19 am

SSKM files plaint over fake prescription

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:19 am

Teachers rebuke stops NIT Durgapur students dance

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:14 am

Govt forms advisory board to supervise book fair

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 12:02 am

West Bengal Government to Provide Employment Cards for Migrant Labor Families

Kolkata, August 27: The West Bengal government has directed all district magistrates to identify families of migrant workers in their respective districts. This initiative aims to issue them Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards (GRGC). These cards guarantee 125 days of wage employment each financial year for rural families, provided they are willing to undertake unskilled manual ... Read more West Bengal Government to Provide Employment Cards for Migrant Labor Families

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 12:00 am

Bengal Government to Issue Employment Cards for Migrant Workers Families

Kolkata, August 26: The West Bengal government has directed all district magistrates to identify families of migrant workers in their respective districts to issue them Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards (GRGC). These cards provide a legal guarantee of 125 days of wage employment each financial year for rural families, provided they are willing to engage in ... Read more Bengal Government to Issue Employment Cards for Migrant Workers Families

Udaipur Kiran 27 Aug 2026 12:00 am

Yatri Sathi to add five AC shuttle bus routes

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:49 pm

Met office spies heavy weekend rain as Bay system forms

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:39 pm

Man killed after bike hits truck on VIP Road

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:38 pm

Commuters face crater challenge on Bypass

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:36 pm

Shocking Discovery: Body Found Between Railway Line and National Highway in West Bengal

Kolkata, August 26: A mysterious body was discovered on Wednesday between a railway line and a national highway in the Ranisarai area of Belda, West Medinipur, West Bengal, causing a stir among local residents. Authorities suspect that the body may have been dumped after a murder. Upon receiving the report, teams from the railway police ... Read more Shocking Discovery: Body Found Between Railway Line and National Highway in West Bengal

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 11:24 pm

Plaint against JU professors over emblem vandalism

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:23 pm

Traders pack up to shift out of B C Roy Market

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 11:22 pm

Seven missing Konaseema fishermen found safe off West Bengal coast

Fishermen noticed the missing boat near Shankarpur fishing harbour and helped the missing ones to contact their family members through cellphone

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 11:19 pm

Schoolteacher killed, 7 injured in Hwh bldg fire

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 9:19 pm

ITA seeks West Bengal tea policy push for Darjeeling, Dooars-Terai

White papers seek financial support, tea-area rejuvenation, factory modernisation and trade reforms to revive production, protect livelihoods and attract investment in North Bengal

Business Standard 26 Aug 2026 9:00 pm

After court prod, cops lodge FIR against stalker colleague

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 8:37 pm

Bengal: Federation proposes transformation of PDS shops into multi-service centres to check rising prices

Kolkata, Aug 26 (IANS) The All India Fair Price Shop Dealers Federation, a national association of fair price shop owners in the country, has given a proposal to the West Bengal government for transformation of the PDS (public distribution shops) in the state into multi-service centres in a bid to prevent the skyrocketing prices of []

bhaskarlive 26 Aug 2026 8:34 pm

Another member of Jadavpur University inquiry panel quits

Two panel members step down as ABVP demands NIA probe into August 20 clash; four Trinamool workers arrested after a separate clash at West Bengal State University

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 8:23 pm

60 child deaths: Health dept seeks Malda hospital report

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 8:06 pm

Sevan missing Konaseema fishermen found safe off West Bengal coast

Fishermen noticed the missing boat near Shankarpur fishing harbour and helped the missing ones to contact their family members through cellphone

The Hindu 26 Aug 2026 7:56 pm

Andhra Pradesh Fishermen Found Safe After Going Missing in Bay of Bengal

Amaravati, August 26: Seven fishermen from Andhra Pradesh, who had been missing in the Bay of Bengal since earlier this month, have been located. Agriculture and Fisheries Minister Kinjirapu Atchannaidu announced this news on Wednesday. The fishermen had drifted to the West Bengal coast due to a technical failure of their boat. The minister confirmed ... Read more Andhra Pradesh Fishermen Found Safe After Going Missing in Bay of Bengal

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 7:20 pm

West Bengal: Health dept to inspect private blood banks amid reports of rampant black-marketing

Kolkata, Aug 26 (IANS) Amid several incidents of black-marketing of blood and plasma surfacing from different corners of West Bengal, the state health department has decided to inspect the available infrastructure of different private blood banks in the state. The inspection is intended to check whether these private blood banks have the requisite infrastructure like []

bhaskarlive 26 Aug 2026 2:34 pm

Over 4,000 West Bengal Schools Have No Students; 6,769 Have Just One Teacher: UDISE+ Data

UDISE+ data highlights a sharp teacher-deployment imbalance in West Bengal, even as the state begins rationalising staff and correcting data discrepancies.

The LogicaI Indian 26 Aug 2026 1:54 pm

Two TMCP workers arrested for tearing Swami Vivekananda

Kolkata, Aug 26 (IANS) Two activists of Trinamool Congress student wing, Trinamool Chhatra Parishad (TMCP), have been arrested for allegedly tearing up a poster with Swami Vivekanandas picture and also kicking that poster publicly at a college in Malda district of West Bengal. Recently, a video clip went viral on social media, where the three []

bhaskarlive 26 Aug 2026 1:19 pm

Indian Caregiver Murdered in Jerusalem: Suspect Indicted

Indian Caregiver Fatally Stabbed in Jerusalem Residence; Employers Grandson Indicted for Premeditated Murder Jerusalem : Rajeev Acharya, a 40-year-old live-in caregiver from Kalimpong, West Bengal, India, was fatally stabbed on July 23, 2026, inside the Jerusalem residence of the elderly Israeli couple he was caring for. Israeli prosecutors have officially indicted Avior Zaken, the 31-year-old grandson of the employers, on charges of premeditated murder. The Incident and Investigation According to communication details sent by the Embassy of India in Tel Aviv, Acharya suffered multiple traumatic injuries from a sharp object. Investigators state that the suspect launched a sudden attack while Acharya was resting in his room. The victim tragically succumbed [] Indian Caregiver Murdered in Jerusalem: Suspect Indicted

India Vision 26 Aug 2026 11:02 am

Dilip Ghosh Criticizes Congress Over National Interests and Rahul Gandhis Remarks

Kolkata, August 26: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh has sharply criticized the Congress party. He stated that the party often faces issues with initiatives that benefit the nation. During his remarks, Ghosh also targeted Rahul Gandhi. Speaking to reporters on Wednesday morning, Ghosh said, No matter what Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi do, it makes ... Read more Dilip Ghosh Criticizes Congress Over National Interests and Rahul Gandhis Remarks

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 8:34 am

Bengal BJP Chief Warns Members Against Corruption Allegations

Kolkata, August 26: The President of the West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rajya Sabha MP, Samik Bhattacharya, issued a stern warning to party leaders and workers via various organizational WhatsApp groups on Tuesday. He emphasized that any proven allegations of corruption against them would lead to disciplinary action. In a message written in ... Read more Bengal BJP Chief Warns Members Against Corruption Allegations

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 2:34 am

Kolkata High Court to Hear Former Minister Sujit Boses Bail Plea

Kolkata, August 26: A new bench of the Kolkata High Court will hear the bail application of former Trinamool Congress MLA and West Bengal Fire Services Minister Sujit Bose. This case was filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against him. Last week, Justice Suvra Ghosh recused herself from the case after completing the hearing. On ... Read more Kolkata High Court to Hear Former Minister Sujit Boses Bail Plea

Morningstar 26 Aug 2026 2:05 am

Another member quits JU probe committee

The Times of India 26 Aug 2026 1:45 am

SC seeks data on appeals against Bengal electoral roll changes

The Supreme Court requested detailed data from the Election Commission regarding pending appeals. These appeals challenge voter list inclusions and exclusions in West Bengal. The court directed the Election Commission to provide a breakdown of disposed and pending cases. All appeals must be decided before the next parliamentary elections in 2029. This directive aims to streamline and expedite the disposal of appeals.

The Economic Times 26 Aug 2026 1:13 am

ACB arrests 3 lab staff for selling blood

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:58 pm

Aug 31 final deadline for LPG e-KYC

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:58 pm

Cops probe HuM link of arrested suspects

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:57 pm

Netas question lack of clarity' in delimitation process

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:57 pm

FIRs filed after 2 ailing horses rescued in Kol

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:56 pm

BC Roy Market traders brace for shift as deadline looms

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:51 pm

Minister: Appointing MPs, MLAs to free campuses of politics

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:46 pm

Doctors protest against 72-hr bar on pvt practice order

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:46 pm

Residents, traders of death bldg locked out for a week

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:46 pm

Cops widen net, search for fire licence tout gang

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 11:46 pm

Blood Trafficking Scandal Unfolds in West Bengal Hospital; Three Lab Assistants Arrested

Kolkata, August 25: The Anti-Corruption Branch of West Bengal Police has arrested three lab assistants from a government hospital on charges of alleged blood trafficking. The arrested individuals work at the Panskura Super Specialty Hospital in East Midnapore district. However, the police have not yet disclosed their identities. Authorities suspect that these three are part ... Read more Blood Trafficking Scandal Unfolds in West Bengal Hospital; Three Lab Assistants Arrested

Morningstar 25 Aug 2026 11:29 pm

West Bengal SIR: Supreme Court demands data on appeals as municipal polls close in

A three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant directed the Election Commission (EC) to file an affidavit segregating the exact number of appeals seeking inclusion in the West Bengal electoral rolls and those wanting more voters to be excluded from the rolls

The Hindu 25 Aug 2026 11:09 pm

IPC Holds Crucial Meeting in Kolkata to Discuss Drug Standards and Quality Improvement

Kolkata, August 25: The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, organized an interactive meeting at the Central Drug Laboratory (CDL) and the Central Cosmetics Laboratory (CCL) in Kolkata. This meeting marked the first of its kind in West Bengal, where experts and stakeholders discussed enhancing drug standards and quality ... Read more IPC Holds Crucial Meeting in Kolkata to Discuss Drug Standards and Quality Improvement

Morningstar 25 Aug 2026 10:19 pm

Bengal to fast-track CAA hearings, 23,000 get citizenship

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Monday said that hearings of applications for citizenship under the CAA will soon be over, and so far the state has issued certificates to 23,000 people out of 2.30 lakh applicants.

Rediff 25 Aug 2026 10:11 pm

BJP neta alleges assault by own party workers

The Times of India 25 Aug 2026 9:34 pm