West Bengal and Tamil Nadu emerged among the top recipients of unsung hero Padma Awards announced ahead of Republic Day 2026, with six and five awardees respectively. Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra received four awards each, while Jammu and Kashmir was conferred two. In total, 45 unsung Padma awardees were recognised across states and Union Territories.
'Unmapped' voter lists being made public: West Bengal CEO Manoj Kumar Agarwal
West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal said the Election Commission is in the process of making public the list of unmapped and logical discrepancy voters after it was uploaded on the ECI website.
After BJP Leader Complains, Bengal Poll Official Suspended Over SIR Lapse
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has suspended an Assistant Electoral Registration Officer (AERO) in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district after serious irregularities were found in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
ECI orders suspension of Basirhat Officer over serious lapses in electoral hearings
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has flagged serious lapses in the electoral hearing process at Basirhat, West Bengal, and directed the Chief Secretary to suspend Sumitra Pratim Pradhan, AERO and BDO of Basirhat-II, and initiate disciplinary proceedings against him.
BJP sets up committee to draft manifesto for 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls
Union Home Minister leader Amit Shah and newly elected BJP president Nitin Nabin will visit the State in the next few days
BJP leader allegedly dubs Mamata Banerjee a witch, calls for her beheading; TMC slams PM Modi
A political storm has erupted in West Bengal after a BJP leader allegedly called Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee a witch and advocated for her eheading. The TMC condemned the remarks, sharing a video and accusing the BJP of encouraging violence and misogyny, citing Prime Minister Modi's past comments.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has been accusing the ECI of holding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal in undue haste
Tragic farce: Amid Bengal SIR, Mamata targets EC over national voters day celebrations
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee fiercely criticized the Election Commission on National Voters' Day, calling it a ragic farce and accusing it of destroying democracy on BJP's behalf. She alleged the EC is harassing citizens, particularly vulnerable groups, by demanding physical appearances for verification, leading to distress and deaths.
'Bengal Wants This Change?' BJP Leader's Mamata Banerjee Remark Sparks Row
As the political temperature in West Bengal rises ahead of the Assembly polls, the ruling Trinamool Congress has slammed the main opposition BJP over a video of a BJP leader's crass remarks for Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the Election Commissions celebration of National Voters Day, calling it a tragic farce. She accused the poll panel of acting on behalf of the BJP, bulldozing the opposition and weakening Indian democracy.
Bengal minister Shashi Panja receives SIR notice
Kolkata: West Bengal minister Shashi Panja on Sunday said she has received a hearing notice under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state and alleged that the exercise was being carried out in haste and without adequate preparation. Panja, the minister for women and child development, also claimed that her 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 .
WBSEDCL Admit Card 2026 released for JE and Assistant Manager CBT at wbsedcl.in; download here
West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited has released the WBSEDCL Admit Card 2026 on its official website, wbsedcl.in, for Junior Engineer and Assistant Manager recruitment. The hall ticket is mandatory for appearing in the computer-based test scheduled on January 27, 2026, across three shifts. Candidates can download the admit card using their User ID and password and must carry it along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
West Bengal Assembly elections: BJP announces manifesto committee for upcoming polls
The State Sankalpa Patra Committee comprises 11 members, with party leader Tapas Roy serving as the Chairman. Dr Ashok Lahiri, MLA, serves as the Convener and Agnimitra Paul, MLA, is the Co-Convener. The members are Dr Chittaranjan Mandal, Manoj Tigga, MP, Dr Swapan Dasgupta, Shishir Bajoria, Dr Amalkanti Ray, Vaishali Dalmia, Dr Anirban Ganguly, and advocate Debjit Sarkar.
Bengal SIR: EROs need clearances from SROs before uploading final voters list
Kolkata: The electoral registration officers (EROs) engaged in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in West Bengal will need to obtain final clearance from the special roll observers (SROs) before uploading the voters names into the final electoral list. However, this restriction will only apply in cases of those voters who have appeared for hearings 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 .
District electoral officers will now download the list and display it at panchayat bhavans and block offices in West Bengal
Migrant worker from Beldanga died by suicide in Jharkhand, says West Bengal Police
Violence erupted atBeldangain Murshidabad on January 16 over the death of 30-year-old migrant worker Alauddin Sheikh; a large number of people took to the streets by blocking railway tracks and national highway for several hours
EC orders 'super checking' before final voter list publication in West Bengal
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer has mandated super checking of voter lists by district officials before final publication. This multi-layered verification process, closely monitored by the Election Commission of India, ensures document accuracy. Officials are also instructed to upload hearing reports and disposal orders on the same day of processing to maintain transparency and efficiency.
Nipah scare: RT-PCR tests conducted on bats at Kolkata zoo
Samples have recently been collected from bat populations in Madhyamgram, Barasat and Basirhat in West Bengal; Alipore Zoo remains the only facility in Kolkata that houses a bat enclosure, prompting health authorities to include it in the surveillance drive
3.5 lakh unmapped voters do not turn up for SIR hearing in West Bengal
While the lastdate forhearings for unmapped voters ended thisweek, the Election Commission has extended the date tillFebruary 7.
ICG seizes Indian fishing boat for smuggling betel nuts from Bangladesh
New Delhi: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) authorities stationed in West Bengal have confiscated an Indian fishing boat for smuggling betel nuts from Bangladesh, officials said on Saturday, January 24. Based on intelligence inputs, an ICG boarding team was immediately deployed to the reported spot, where the abandoned fishing boat Laxminarayan was located and confiscated, they 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 reins in revenue spending growth in FY'26 so far; capex contracts: Report
West Bengal shows strong control over revenue spending in the current fiscal year. This is a positive sign compared to other states. However, the state's capital expenditure has declined significantly. This trend has continued from the previous fiscal year. The report highlights this mixed fiscal performance.
What Is Happening In Bengal...: Amartya Sen Flags Haste In SIR Process
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has voiced deep unease over the SIR process in West Bengal, warning that the exercise is being conducted with undue haste and may jeopardise democratic participation, particularly with the assembly elections approaching.
Hasty SIR in Bengal could undermine democracy: Amartya Sen
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen voices concern over West Bengal's voter list revision. He states the process is rushed and may hinder democratic participation before upcoming assembly elections. Sen highlights difficulties in submitting documents, particularly for rural citizens and the underprivileged. He urges the Election Commission and Supreme Court to ensure all adult citizens can qualify to vote.
SIR in Bengal done in hurry, says Nobel laureate Amartya Sen
Kolkata: Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has voiced deep unease over the SIR process in West Bengal, warning that the exercise is being conducted with undue haste and may jeopardise democratic participation, particularly with the assembly elections approaching in a few months. The 92-year-old economist, speaking to PTI during an interview from Boston, reflected on 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 .
Delhi Cops Bust Fake KYC Updates Scam Targeting Bank Customers, 4 Arrested
The Delhi Police has busted a major multi-state cyber-fraud syndicate allegedly involved in duping bank customers on the pretext of updating their KYC details and arrested four men from Jharkhand and West Bengal, an official said on Saturday.
SIR in West Bengal done in hurry, may jeopardise democratic participation: Amartya Sen
The Nobel Laureate stressed that such an exercise must be conducted with care and adequate time, conditions he believes are missing in West Bengals case
SIR in Bengal done in hurry, may jeopardise democratic participation: Amartya Sen
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen expressed deep concern over West Bengal's electoral roll revision process, citing undue haste and inadequate time for voters. He warned this could jeopardize democratic participation, particularly with upcoming assembly elections. Sen highlighted the challenges faced by rural citizens in providing documentation, fearing exclusion for the underprivileged and poor.
Cyber-fraud gang duping bank customers on pretext of KYC updates busted, 4 held: Delhi Police
NEW DELHI, Jan 24: The Delhi Police has busted a major multi-state cyber-fraud syndicate allegedly involved in duping bank customers on the pretext of updating their KYC details and arrested four men from Jharkhand and West Bengal, an official said on Saturday. The accused have been identified as Shiv Kumar Ravidas (22), Sanjay Ravidas (33), Dinesh Ravidas (29) and Shubham Kumar Barnwal (25), he said. The syndicate members posed as bank officials and created a sense of urgency among the [] The post Cyber-fraud gang duping bank customers on pretext of KYC updates busted, 4 held: Delhi Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Adjourn West Bengal SIR hearing, file FIR if attacked: CEO
West Bengal's Chief Electoral Officer has directed district officials to immediately file FIRs against any destruction of public property or attacks on staff during SIR-related hearings. Hearings will be adjourned if violence persists, requiring CEO approval to resume. This directive follows an incident in Murshidabad where an MLA was not named in an FIR despite alleged vandalism and hate speech.
Three minor girls rescued in West Champaran, two held
West Champaran police successfully rescued three minor girls and apprehended two individuals from West Bengal suspected of child trafficking. Acting on a tip, a joint team intercepted Niyoti Devi and Nagesh Bhuinya, who were reportedly luring the girls to West Bengal. Both have been jailed on human trafficking charges.
Tamil Nadu achieved historical growth by overcoming obstacles created by BJP-led centre: MK Stalin
Taking strong exception to the comments by the PM at a rally of NDA in Maduranthakam, Stalin asked Modi to ponder how states such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, Karnataka and West Bengal, where the double engine has not entered, were registering growth.
Bengal SIR: EC orders FIRs against negligent BLOs, warns DEOs on law and order
The Election Commission of India has mandated FIRs and legal action against negligent Booth Level Officers during the SIR process. District Election Officers are instructed to suspend and initiate departmental proceedings for insubordination or dereliction of duty. West Bengal's CEO cautioned DEOs against delays in filing FIRs for law and order issues during Bengal SIR.
PMs Double Engine Jalopy Will Not Run In TN: CM
Pointing out that only States like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Telangana, Karnataka and West Bengal, where the double engine jalopy of Modi had not entered, had developed and were flourishing with flying colours and not the double engine states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar, he said the people of Tamil Nadu would not forget the betrayals of the Union BJP government to Tamil language and Tamil Nadu
Thousands in Bengal receive SIR notices over unusually high number of children linked to electors
West Bengal Congress president Subhankar Sarkar flags arbitrary threshold setting by the Election Commission and points out that the number of electors with six or more electors linked to them as children stood at 2,06,056, whereas, if the threshold is raised to 10, the number was only 8,682
3 to 4 people dying by suicide in Bengal everyday due to SIR: Mamata
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday, January 23, claimed that three to four people are dying by suicide everyday in the state, due to anxiety over the ongoing SIR exercise. Banerjee, addressing a programme at Red Road here on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose, asserted that 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 .
BJP Insulting Icons, Distorting History: Mamata Banerjee's Big Attack
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP and the central government of insulting the national icons like Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, Mahatma Gandhi, and BR Ambedkar.
Nipah virus outbreak: As many as 100 people have sent to quarantine in West Bengal to contain the spread of the deadly Nipah virus in the state. Five people have been infected, and the two nurses remain in critical condition. The Nipah virus is zoonotic, spreading between animals and people, and there is no treatment and vaccine for the infection.
Three to four people dying in West Bengal every day due to SIR anxiety: Mamata
More than 110 people have already died; every day, three to four people are taking their own lives out of SIR anxiety, says West Bengal CM
Three to four people dying by suicide in West Bengal everyday due to SIR anxiety: Mamata
Kolkata, Jan 23: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday claimed that three to four people are dying by suicide everyday in the state due to anxiety over the ongoing SIR exercise. Banerjee, addressing a programme at Red Road here on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose, asserted that the Election Commission and the central government must take responsibility for the deaths. More than 110 people have already died; everyday three to four people are [] The post Three to four people dying by suicide in West Bengal everyday due to SIR anxiety: Mamata appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
From football to literature: Bonds that bind Argentina & West Bengal
Argentina and West Bengal share a deep connection through football and Rabindranath Tagore. The Argentine Ambassador noted this at the Kolkata International Book Fair. He emphasized strong bilateral ties and increasing economic cooperation. India is now Argentina's sixth largest partner. Argentine exports to India have reached new records. Both nations are experiencing significant growth and cooperation.
National Voters' Day to Be Observed on Jan 25 amid SIR Drive in States
The SIR drive raised a storm when the Election Commission of India (ECI) started executing it before the Assembly elections in West Bengal
WebQoof Recap: Around PM Modi, General Upendra Dwivedi, West Bengal & More
Read Team WebQoof's recap to find out the most viral pieces of misinformation from this week.
Bengal SIR: ECI asks micro-observers, SROs, to report cases of deviations
Amid reports of unlisted identity documents being accepted as authentic ones during the hearing sessions on the claims and objections to the draft voters list in West Bengal, the Election Commission of India has directed the special roll observers (SROs) and the micro-observers to report such cases to the ECI daily. Insiders from the office 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 .
Mamata pays homage to Bose on birth anniversary, urges Centre to declassify all files related to him
Kolkata, Jan 23 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday paid tribute to Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary, and urged the central government to declassify all remaining documents related to the legendary freedom fighter. Banerjee, in a post on X, also said that even after decades, the mystery surrounding his disappearance remains unsolved. On the birth anniversary of Deshnayak Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, I offer my heartfelt respect and salutations to him, she said. It is our collective misfortune that the mystery of Netajis disappearance has not been solved even today. We do not know what
Bengal SIR: ECI directs micro-observers, SROs on document authentication
Kolkata: Amid reports of unlisted identity documents being accepted as authentic ones during the hearing sessions on the claims and objections to the draft voters list in West Bengal, the Election Commission of India has directed the special roll observers (SROs) and the micro-observers to report such cases to the ECI daily. Insiders from 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 .
Banks in Tripura, Odisha, and West Bengal are closed on Friday, January 23, 2026, due to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birthday, Saraswati Puja, Vir Surendrasai Jayanti, and Basanta Panchami. These state-specific holidays are among several observed in January, varying by local festivals and celebrations.
Amrit Bharat from Bengaluru to West Bengal starts Jan 24
The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) announced the 2026 12th board exams schedule. Semester 4 and Semester 3 supplementary exams will run from February 12 to 27. Students will get 10 extra minutes for reading papers. Admit cards will be available January 28, and Sanskrit Part 2 questions can be answered in Sanskrit, Bangla, or English. Textbooks release begins January 22.
SIR not solely for citizenship verification, observes SC
The Supreme Court of India, on Thursday, January 22, observed that the Election Commission of Indias Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is not solely for verifying citizenship. The apex court continues to hear petitions filed against the SIR by Trinamool Congress leaderswho have alleged discrepanciesin the ongoing exercise in poll-bound West Bengal. Senior advocate Rakesh Dwivedi, 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 .
12 sailors rescued from sinking Bangladeshi vessel in West Bengal river
Officials said they are examining whether poor visibility due to fog or a mechanical fault led to the mishap
EC directs FIR against TMC MLA Monirul Islam over Farakka vandalism
The Election Commission has ordered an FIR against Farakka MLA Monirul Islam following vandalism at a BDO office. Separately, the ECI has sought an explanation from the West Bengal Chief Secretary. This is regarding disciplinary action taken against four officials. The Commission stated the proceedings were procedurally irregular and lacked mandatory consultation. Complete case records have been requested for review.
Three new train services and a passenger train service will be launched in Kerala to connect Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and other key routes. The services will commence from Thiruvananthapuram, Thambaram and Thrissur stations by PM Modi.
NIA court sentences man to 10 years of imprisonment in Bengal's LeT recruitment module case
The National Investigation Agency took over the case from the West Bengal Police in April 2020 and arrested Sayyad M. Idris, along with another person
Supreme Court hearing on SIR LIVE updates: ECI to conclude arguments against West Bengal petitions
Senior advocate Rakesh Dwivedi on Wednesday submitted that the SIR 2025 was sustainable under Article 324 read with Section 21(3) of the Representation of the People Act, 1950
NIA Court Awards 10-Year RI to Key Accused in LeT Recruitment Case
New Delhi, Jan 22: A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) court on Wednesday sentenced a key accused to ten years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) in a Pakistan-linked case relating to recruitment and radicalisation of Muslim youth for the banned Laskar-e-Taiba terror organisation in West Bengal. Sayyad M. Idris of the Uttara Kannada district of [] The post NIA Court Awards 10-Year RI to Key Accused in LeT Recruitment Case appeared first on Northlines .
Nitin Nabin Rolls Out Bengal Strategy, Targets 15 Years Of Trinamool Rule
Newly appointed Bharatiya Janata Party national president Nitin Nabin has wasted little time in signalling his priorities, convening his first major organisational meeting with West Bengal leaders
Who Will Be West Bengals Next DGP? CAT Sets Timeline, Decision Expected By End Of January
Acting DGP Rajeev Kumar, along with Ranvir Kumar and Rajesh Kumar, will retire on January 31. Sources say the state government has forwarded names to the UPSC on January 21.
Display West Bengal discrepancies, unmapped list by Jan 24: EC
Following a Supreme Court directive, the Election Commission has instructed the Bengal CEO to display names of electors with 'logical discrepancies' and 'unmapped' status by January 24. People in these categories can submit documents via authorized representatives, with authorities ensuring smooth proceedings and no law and order issues.
Agencies Assam Defending champions West Bengal began their campaign in the 79th National Football Championship for Santosh Trophy with a 40 win over Nagaland in a Group A match at the Dhakuakhana Stadium. The 33-time champions struck early through Robi Hansda, who headed home from close range in the second minute after meeting Juweel Ahmed []
CAT directs West Bengal to resubmit DGP panel names to UPSC
The Central Administrative Tribunal has directed the West Bengal government to resubmit names for the Director General of Police selection by January 23. The UPSC will convene a meeting by January 28 to prepare the panel. This comes as the current acting DGP, Rajeev Kumar, retires on January 31.
CEC Warns Against Disruptions; Mandates Hearings at Public Offices in Bengal
Nobel Laureate Economist Amartya Sen is among those persons who have been issued notice to appear personally during ongoing SIR in West Bengal.
Confident of winning Bengal, Tamil Nadu: BJP President Nitin Nabin
New Delhi: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday, January 21, asserted that it will form its government in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu for the first time by defeating the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK), respectively in the upcoming assembly polls. In a statement, the saffron party said, based 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 .
Nitin Nabin holds first strategy meet as BJP president, reviews poll plans
A day after assuming charge, BJP national president Nitin Nabin held a day-long meeting with party office bearers in New Delhi to review preparations for upcoming assembly elections in five states, including West Bengal
SIR deadline likely be extended in Bengal as EC reviews top court directives: Official
Kolkata, Jan 21 (PTI) The EC is considering extending the deadline for the SIR exercise in West Bengal, with the publication of the final voters list likely to be deferred beyond the scheduled date of February 14, an official of the poll panel said on Wednesday. Compliance with multiple directions issued by the Supreme Court may make it difficult to adhere to the existing timeline, he said, adding that no final decision has been taken so far. Implementing all the Supreme Courts instructions within the existing timeline is challenging. Additional time may be required, he added. The Election Commission (EC)
BDA carries out demolition drive to reclaim encroached land in west Bengaluru
Ayushman Bharat will deny 90% people from availing scheme benefits in West Bengal: TMC's Abhishek
Had Bengal implemented Ayushman Bharat, only 90 lakh out of its 10 crore people would have qualified to receive the scheme's benefits, leaving the remaining 9.1 crore citizens high and dry, says TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee
A 10-year-old girl from West Bengal fights for life in a Greater Noida hospital. Police allege a CRPF constable and his wife brutally beat and starved her. Doctors found severe injuries and malnutrition. The couple has been arrested. The constable is suspended pending investigation. The child welfare committee is overseeing her care.
Does This Clip Show a Vandalised Statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Bangladesh? No!
Viral video of Gandhi statue vandalism is from West Bengal, not Bangladesh.
West Bengal SIR shows logical discrepancies that defy scientific possibilities: EC to Supreme Court
Two electors were found with more than 200 children, seven with more than a 100 children, 10 with more than 50 children while another 10 with more than 40
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has directed district magistrates to prevent voter inconvenience during electoral roll revisions, emphasizing adherence to Supreme Court orders. She stressed accepting all valid documents and making alternative arrangements for hearings. The Chief Minister also highlighted that state development programs must not be disrupted during this process.
Mamata asks DMs to strictly follow SCs directives on SIR
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has asked district magistrates to strictly adhere to the Supreme Courts instructions on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, stressing that people must not be harassed in the name of logical discrepancies. Banerjee unexpectedly joined a meeting, which was being chaired by Chief Secretary Nandini Chakraborty 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 .
A 10-year-old girl, employed as a domestic helper, is fighting for her life in a Greater Noida hospital after being severely beaten and starved by a CRPF constable and his wife. The child, brought from West Bengal 40 days ago, suffered fractured ribs, head wounds, and extreme malnutrition. The couple has been arrested, and the constable suspended pending investigation.
Indias first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train connects Howrah Junction in West Bengal with Kamakhya Junction (Guwahati) in Assam.
Bengal SIR: ECI appoints 12 more roll observers
Kolkata: The Election Commission of India (ECI), on Tuesday, appointed 12 more special electoral roll observers for West Bengal to review the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) in the state. These 12 special electoral roll observers are Harsh Mangla, Nand Kumarum, P Bala Kiran, Prasanna R, Raghav Langer, Ravi Shanakar, Shashank Mishra, V. Kiran Gopal, 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 .
Illegal migration into Indias eastern border states, particularly West Bengal, is not a recent phenomenon. It has unfolded steadily over decades, largely unchecked, creating deep demographic, social, and administrative consequences. The most visible impact of sustained illegal migration is the alteration of demographic balance in several border districts. In parts of West Bengal, locals have increasingly found themselves numerically outpaced by illegal migrants, leading to cultural, linguistic, and social shifts. What was once gradual has now become stark, feeding anxieties [] The post Illegal Migration Challenge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
DC Edit | ECI Has To Revisit Its Logic Behind West Bengal SIR
The ECIs response, however, was not in a way that can inspire confidence in the minds of the people
Mob Fury at 2 BDO Offices over SIR in West Bengal
Hearing of the voters of booth no 53 and 57 of Hathachhi Panchayat was underway then.
CalcuttaHigh Court expresses concern over recurring violence at Murshidabad
The Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal AssemblySuvenduAdhikari welcomes theorderby aDivision Bench presidedoverby Chief Justice of the Calcutta HC Sujoy Paul
Protests erupted in West Bengal districts over alleged harassment during electoral roll revision, with roads blocked and tyres set ablaze. The Supreme Court stressed transparency in the process, while demonstrators claim genuine voters are being unfairly targeted with logical discrepancies notices. Authorities have increased force deployment in affected areas.
Trinamool Congress says West Bengal will resist moves that make voting burdensome
SIR is Software Intensive Rigging, alleges Trinamool Congress, as the party seeks more transparency in the process
Migrant Worker's Death: Calcutta High Court Orders Central Forces In Violence-Hit Beldanga
The Calcutta High Court directed the West Bengal government to ensure effective use of the central forces already deployed in Murshidabad district
West Bengal: TMC alleges software intensive rigging in SIR process
The Trinamool Congress has labeled West Bengal's electoral roll revision as 'Software Intensive Rigging'. Party leaders are demanding greater transparency from the Election Commission. They want the commission to release transcripts of recent meetings. The Supreme Court has also directed the EC to ensure the process is transparent and does not inconvenience voters.
'Fake' GST ITC case: ED raids in multiple states
The Enforcement Directorate is conducting multi-state searches in connection with an alleged fake GST input tax credit case totaling Rs 658 crore. The investigation, originating in Arunachal Pradesh, targets individuals and companies in Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Manipur for availing fraudulent ITC through fake invoices.
Expose them to public: PM Modi targets parties protecting illegal immigrants; flags threat
Without naming any political party, but in an apparent attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC), which rules the poll-bound West Bengal, PM Modi lashed out at parties covering up for illegal immigrants and said: We must expose them to the public. PM Modi also said the world doesn't question the wealthiest and most powerful countries when they crack down on illegal immigrants.
The Indian Army's Eastern Command has approached West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose regarding Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's accusation that a senior army officer at Fort William was working for the BJP. Army generals met the Governor, submitting a communication objecting to the claims, prompting Bose to inform central authorities.
1 man listed as dad of 389, another of 310: SIR detected WB errors, says EC
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to display lists of voters facing 'logical discrepancy' notices in West Bengal offices and granted them 10 extra days to submit proof. The court also ordered the state to provide manpower and ensure law and order for the special intensive revision drive.
List WB voters with logical discrepancy: SC to poll panel
The Supreme Court has ordered the Election Commission to display lists of West Bengal voters facing logical discrepancy notices in panchayat and block offices, granting them an additional 10 days to submit proof of credentials. The court also directed the state to provide manpower and ensure law and order for the special intensive revision drive.
SC directs ECI to publish names of 12.5 mn voters flagged for logical discrepancies in Bengal SIR
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission of India to publish the names of 12.5 million individuals flagged for logical discrepancy in West Bengal's voter lists. The ECI must ensure transparent verification of these individuals, who have mismatches in age details with parents or grandparents, and provide them with opportunities to be heard.
