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 []
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
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
West Bengal CM directs inquiry into alleged anti-national graffiti at JU hostel
Suvendu vows to keep Mamata off the streets, TMC chairperson says not taking political sanyas
Over the past few years, the politics in West Bengal has hinged on the electoral contest between Suvendu Adhikari and Mamata Banerjee
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
Another member quits JU probe committee
Biswa Bangla Sarani, in NT and beyond, set to become Shri Krishna Chaitanya Avenue
CM promised me a roof: Pavement grandmom after run-in with minister
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.
After sugar and onion, vegetables get dearer, rates up 50%-100% in 10 days
KP SOS to civic agencies for repairs of over 200 roads ahead of Durga Puja
10 EB teams crack down on hoarders after CM prod
Chief minister Suvendu Adhikari meets govt agencies, departments, cracks road whip
Aug 31 final deadline for LPG e-KYC
Calcutta High Court seeks reports on traffic near court, bus terminal shift
Cops probe HuM link of arrested suspects
Netas question lack of clarity' in delimitation process
FIRs filed after 2 ailing horses rescued in Kol
Backed off after resistance: Calcutta High Court reduces sentence in 2014 Siliguri molestation case
Under 10% hotels audited, association pleads for time
BC Roy Market traders brace for shift as deadline looms
Doctors protest against 72-hr bar on pvt practice order
Kin of Bangla fire victims eye return to city, fret over safe stay options
Residents, traders of death bldg locked out for a week
Cops widen net, search for fire licence tout gang
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
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
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
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.
BJP neta alleges assault by own party workers
Snakebite boy safe, forest department calls off search
After CM, ministers weigh in on JU future
KP collects JU CCTV footage, may record guards statements
Territorial Army to hold 2-day TA-2.0 symposium in Kolkata
Former CPM legislator Srutinath Praharaj granted bail
SC seeks ECI data on pending West Bengal SIR electoral roll appeals
Court seeks details of pending and disposed appeals, relief granted and steps to update electoral rolls, and calls for the process to be streamlined
Zero tolerance: In open letter, Samik reads BJP ranks riot act against corruption
HC denies Mayo Road to both TMCP factions, allots separate venues
Hawkers reclaim Canning St stretch day after police drive
Baruipur killing: 4 BJP workers arrested
Capital Numbers acquires Epitome Cloud
Are schools closed tomorrow in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi?
Students across India will witness school holidays this week, driven by both scheduled festival holidays and the ongoing monsoon. Schools in many states will remain shut on August 26 on account of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, Onam, The schools will also remain shut for heavy rainfall in several states, including Odisha, Delhi-NCR, West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand and parts of the Northeast.
Tensions Rise in West Bengals Real Trinamool Battle Ahead of August 28 Showdown
New Delhi, August 25: The political landscape in West Bengal is heating up as the real Trinamool battle intensifies. Following the election results in May, a dispute within the Trinamool Congress has split the party into two factions. Both groups claim to be the legitimate successors of the party, and their conflict has escalated from ... Read more Tensions Rise in West Bengals Real Trinamool Battle Ahead of August 28 Showdown
AIIMS Kalyani Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 51 Senior Resident, Senior Demonstrator Posts
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Kalyani, West Bengal, has invited applications for 51 Senior Resident (Non-Academic) posts and Senior Demonstrator posts in select non-medical subjects. Candidates must apply online by 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM; the interview will be held in hybrid mode (online & offline) on 2930 September 2026 at AIIMS Kalyani.
School holiday tomorrow, August 26: Schools nationwide are set to close for Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi, with Kerala also observing Onam. Raksha Bandhan follows on August 28 in several northern states. Meanwhile, heavy rainfall across Delhi-NCR, Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar and the Northeast has triggered local, weather-related closures in some districts, though no nationwide rain holiday has been announced. Students should verify their specific state and school status.
West Bengal SIR: SC directs EC to submit data on pendency of appeals before appellate tribunals
The Supreme Court has directed the Election Commission to submit data on pending electoral roll appeals. Tribunals must adjudicate these appeals in a time-bound manner, the court stated. The poll panel must explain steps taken to streamline appeal disposal processes. Additional tribunals may be constituted if required to expedite the process. This directive follows concerns about the timely resolution of voter inclusion and exclusion appeals.
Supreme Court Notice To 20 Rebel TMC MPs On Abhishek Banerjee's Disqualification Plea
The Supreme Court has sought responses from 20 rebel Trinamool Congress MPs over a plea by party general secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee, challenging the delay in deciding their disqualification petitions. Banerjee has urged the court to direct Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to act expeditiously on the petitions pending before him. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Speaker and the Lok Sabha Secretary General, was asked to obtain instructions from the Speaker. The case comes months after the TMC suffered a major political setback in West Bengal, followed by a split in the party and the formation of the NCPI by the rebel MPs.
Prizvox Launches AI Search Visibility Platform for Agencies and Marketing Teams
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 25: Prizvox launched today as an end-to-end AI search visibility platform built for founders, agencies and independent consultants. Prizvox measures how a website performs across Google and AI-generated answers, then carries that measurement through to a strategy and tracked results.
The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday extended interim protection to Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee, directing the investigating authorities to refrain from adopting any coercive measures against him in connection with three FIRs registered in the aftermath of the political transition in West Bengal on May 4. Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya passed the order while entertaining [] The post Calcutta High Court extends interim protection to Abhishek Banerjee in three FIRs, rules out need for custodial interrogation appeared first on India Legal .
West Bengal Police arrest three over killing of former TMC MLAs aide in Garulia
West Bengal Police arrested three people in connection with the death of Shekhar Chowdhury alias Bunty, personal assistant to former TMC MLA Sunil Singh. Chowdhury was allegedly beaten and attacked with bricks after stopping youths from drinking alcohol near his home in Garulia
West Bengal CM Adhikari welcomes Centre empowering District Collectors under CAA
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Bengal: Three held in connection with killing of former Trinamool MLA
Bengal: Three held in connection with killing of former Trinamool MLAs personal assistant Kolkata: Police on Monday arrested three people in connection with the killing of former Trinamool Congress MLA Sunil Singhs personal assistant Shekhar Chowdhury alias Bunty. The incident took place in Garulia under Noapara Assembly constituency in West Bengals North 24 Parganas district. [] The post Bengal: Three held in connection with killing of former Trinamool MLAs personal assistant appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
6,000-crore Haldia Petrochemicals project to be inaugurated on October 14
The announcements come as West Bengal seeks to showcase fresh industrial activity and expand investment across multiple sectors
CAA Hearing to Conclude Soon: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari
Kolkata, August 25: West Bengal leader Suvendu Adhikari announced on Monday that hearings for citizenship applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, will soon be completed. He stated that the state government has issued certificates to 23,000 out of 230,000 applicants so far. Addressing a press conference at the state secretariat Nabanna, Adhikari said, We ... Read more CAA Hearing to Conclude Soon: Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Takes Strong Action on Jadavpur University Controversy
Ahmedabad, August 25: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has expressed serious concern regarding alleged offensive and anti-national graffiti and images found in the boys hostel of the Arts Division at Jadavpur University. He stated that the Chief Ministers complaint cell received videos and photos from some university students, showcasing images and graffiti that convey ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Takes Strong Action on Jadavpur University Controversy
Suvendu, Mamata spar over Annapurna Bhandar benefits in West Bengal
Mamata Banerjee said that before elections BJP did not speak about benifits being given to eligible beneficiaries
West Bengals CM Welcomes NOC for Baranagar-Barrackpore Metro Corridor
Kolkata, August 25: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has expressed his approval of the Kolkata Municipal Corporations (KMC) issuance of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for the Baranagar-Barrackpore Metro Corridor, also known as the Pink Line. In a post on the social media platform X, Chief Minister Adhikari stated, I wholeheartedly welcome the KMCs ... Read more West Bengals CM Welcomes NOC for Baranagar-Barrackpore Metro Corridor
Will ensure you never hit the streets again, Suvendu tells Mamata
Class 1 boy bitten by snake in Kolkata school, condition stable
After right-wing demand, JU appoints ex-judge as probe head
Biswa Bangla stores set for Paschim Banga rebranding
West Bengal CM Announces Swift Completion of CAA Hearings
Kolkata, August 25: West Bengal leader Suvendu Adhikari announced on Monday that hearings for citizenship applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, will soon conclude. He stated that the state government has issued certificates to 23,000 out of 230,000 applicants so far. Addressing a press conference at the state secretariat Nabanna, Adhikari said, We will ... Read more West Bengal CM Announces Swift Completion of CAA Hearings
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 24: In a significant step towards strengthening the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) ecosystem in West Bengal, CSRBOX and the Finance Department, Government of West Bengal, have come together in a strategic collaboration to advance meaningful corporate engagement around the State's development priorities.
Mukundapur hotels on edge as shutdown drive reaches citys 2nd Mini Bangla pocket
More guards and CCTVs: JU plans hostel security upgrade
Suvendu meets food inspectors, orders crackdown on sugar price hike & hoarding
KP plans AI Task Force to tackle cybercrimes
Annual prize day honours student achievers, dedicated teachers & heritage artisans
NSG starts 4-day security drill at Kalighat temple
Cabby Assaults Woman After Nuisance Protest Near Church
25, including kids, in hosp after ammonia gas leak at Haroa ice factory
HC gives BC Roy Mkt traders a week to shift out
23 cars gutted in morning blaze at Birati service centre
Rain, clouds bring Kol max down to 31.2C
App Biker Abuses Student, On The Run
72-hr pvt practice bar for docs after admission day
Snake Alert Reaches Kolkatas Old Schools
Cops in mufti visit JU, gives notice seeking CCTV footage, other clash evidence
CM orders probe into JU anti-natl graffiti
Right-wingers slam CCTV footage leak
Caught in melee, VC falls while leaving meeting room
Milder Covid variant causes severe loss of taste, smell in Kol
SSKM tree branch collapse kills woman, injures two
Fire licence delayed, C Kol hoteliers mull legal recourse as blanket closure threatens livelihood
Adani Group to set up 2,000-bed hospital in Bengal, 1,000 beds to be free
The Adani Group plans to establish a significant 2,000-bed hospital in New Town. Half of these beds will be allocated for free treatment of the poor. West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari confirmed this development. He stated that Karan Adani had met him regarding the project. Gautam Adani has sent a commitment letter to begin work soon.
Mamata Banerjee Vows to Continue Political Fight Against BJP
Kolkata, August 24: Former Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, declared on Monday that she will not retire from politics. She intends to keep working until she forces the BJP to step down. Banerjee stated that the people of West Bengal recognized the true face of the BJP just four months after the government ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Vows to Continue Political Fight Against BJP
West Bengal Minister rebukes homeless woman for heating milk on Kolkata footpath, sparks outrage
Trinamool Congress chairperson and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee offers to take responsibility for the homeless family and their child
ED Takes Action in SSC Group-C and D Recruitment Scam in West Bengal
Kolkata, August 24: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its investigation into the SSC Group-C and Group-D recruitment scam in West Bengal. On August 20, a supplementary prosecution complaint was filed against several individuals, including Partha Chatterjee and Arpita Mukherjee, in a special court in Kolkata. This complaint follows a previous prosecution complaint dated January ... Read more ED Takes Action in SSC Group-C and D Recruitment Scam in West Bengal
Kolkata, August 24: The Calcutta High Courts single judge bench has requested a detailed report from the Director General of Police (DGP) of West Bengal regarding all FIRs filed against Sumit Roy, the personal assistant of Trinamool Congress General Secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee. Justice Sougata Bhattacharya directed the DGPs office to submit ... Read more Calcutta High Court Demands Report on FIRs Against Abhishek Banerjees PA, Next Hearing Scheduled for September 10
