INDIA bloc likely to meet on September 30 over EC row, SIR concerns
Opposition INDIA bloc parties are likely to meet in New Delhi on September 30 to discuss concerns over the Election Commission and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, besides other issues, sources said. The proposed meeting comes amid increased coordination among opposition parties over the Election Commission following reports of differences within the poll panel over aspects of the SIR exercise. The parties have been in touch with each other on the issue and are discussing a joint response, sources added. The CPI(M), CPI and CPI(ML)-Liberation have demanded the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and an immediate halt to the SIR, while the Congress has also stepped up its attack on Kumar. The Congress Working Committee is scheduled to meet on September 29 to discuss its strategy on the issue. The developments have also brought West Bengal's bitter political rivals, the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC and the CPI(M), on the same page on the Election
Ankush Hazra on Raandhuni Na Kaanduni: Everyone brings their own humour to the kitchen
Digital Desk | Mumbai, Sep 26 (IANS) Actor Ankush Hazra, who is all set to be seen in the unscripted comedy cooking show titled Raandhuni Na Kaanduni, said the show will bring everyones own personality, humour and energy to the kitchen. Ankush Hazra, Host - Raandhuni Na Kaanduni, said in a statement: The moment I heard the concept, I knew Raandhuni Na Kaanduni was something very different. It brings together people who audiences already know and love, but puts them in a completely unfamiliar setting where anything can happen. And with such a diverse ensemble cast, there can never be a dull moment. Everyone brings their own personality, humour and energy to the kitchen, which makes my job as a host even more exciting. I think the real fun for audiences will be watching these familiar faces come together and seeing where the chaos takes them. Hosted by Ankush Hazra, the immersive Kitchen Takeover premieres on October 3, 2026 on Sony AATH and Sony LIV. Hosted by Ankush Hazra, the show features prominent personalities like Kanchan Mullick, Sreemoyee Chattoraj, Iman Chakraborty, Rupanjana Mitra, Darshana Banik, Prerna Das, Ushasi Ray, Sushmit Mukherjee, RJ Sayan Ghosh, Anwesha Hazra and Soumitrisha Kundu, with Chef Doma Wong and Chef Priyam. Chef Doma Wong added: Raandhuni Na Kaanduni is as much about the joy of cooking as it is about the people and laughter around the food. Wong shared: Its wonderful to see the cast get into the kitchen, experiment and have fun. There are some delicious dishes, a few unexpected ones, and plenty of chaotic moments that will make audiences smile. Talking about Ankush Hazra, he is known for his portrayals of men often battling social norms. Having starred in over 26 films in his career, he has received several accolades including the Mahanayak Samman by by the Government of West Bengal.
Gyanesh Kumar Deserves Padma Bhushan for SIR: Bengal BJP Chief
In a border state like West Bengal, Gyanesh Kumar took the initiative to remove the names of Bangladeshi infiltrators from the voter list, Bhattacharya said
Trinamool RS MP Samirul Islam files PIL in Calcutta HC over water crisis in Kolkata colony
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 26 (IANS) Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Samirul Islam has moved the Calcutta High Court through a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), seeking restoration of municipal drinking water supply to residents of Jyotinagar Colony in north Kolkata's Cossipore area. Announcing the move in a social media post on Saturday, the Trinamool MP said the petition was filed a day earlier, on Friday, and expressed confidence that the judiciary would ensure justice for the affected residents. According to him, the case concerns the right of nearly 5,000 people to access safe drinking water. I filed a PIL in the Calcutta High Court not over voter list issues, but to secure the right of around 5,000 residents to drinking water. We have faith in the judiciary and hope justice will prevail, Islam said. He further said, Unfortunately, precious drinking water was snatched away from a section of people after the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) stopped water supply to Jyotinagar Colony. This place isn't located in some remote village in a corner of West Bengal -- it's in the heart of the city of joy, Kolkata. He further claimed that the affected residents belonged to a particular religious community and questioned whether access to drinking water should be influenced by religious considerations. After the BJP came to power, the water supply was discontinued -- and it was done so because those affected belong to a particular religion. Is this what development looks like -- where access to drinking water depends on religion? We have faith in the judiciary, and I hope we will get proper justice, he added. The issue has affected around 5,000 residents of Jyotinagar Colony, who are also facing uncertainty over eviction from land claimed by the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata. Since July 29, the colony's five public taps have remained dry, compelling residents to depend on distant water sources and periodic water tanker supplies reportedly arranged by the CPI(M). According to residents, the crisis began after the Kolkata Municipal Corporation carried out pipeline-related work between July 26 and July 28. They alleged that the work disrupted water supply to a 150-metre stretch within the colony, although taps in nearby areas continued to function normally.
These elections should be held on ballot paper; Gyanesh Kumar should be jailed immediately; all the wrong decisions of the Election Commission should be revoked, said Uddhav Thackeray
SAIL signs MoU with BCCL for joint development of coal blocks
SAIL has signed an MoU with BCCL for the joint development and operation of SAIL's Indikatta Ramnagore and BCCL's East of Damagoria (Kalyaneshwari) coal blocks in West Bengal.
BJP President Nitin Naveen to Visit West Bengal for Two-Day Program
BJP President Nitin Naveen will visit West Bengal on September 27-28 for organizational meetings and discussions with party leaders. BJP President Nitin Naveen to Visit West Bengal for Two-Day Program
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 26 (IANS) The West Bengal Health Department has started the process of identifying junior doctors getting chances for higher studies under the service quota in state-run medical colleges and hospitals during the previous Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government, without fulfilling the necessary criteria for that. At the same time, said an insider from the state health department, the process has also started of identifying those erstwhile influential officers in the department without whose support such irregularities in utilisation of service quota would not have been possible. The general rule is that any junior doctor getting opportunity for higher studies in any state-run medical college and hospital under the service quota is required to mandatorily render three years of service in remote rural areas in the state to avail that opportunity. However, a recent probe by a state health department-appointed committee had identified instances where junior doctors close to the previous ruling party got chances for doing higher studies under the service quota without rendering three years of service in remote, rural areas, said an insider from the state health department. At the same time, he added, the probe committee had also mentioned about the involvement of some erstwhile influential officers in the state health department, without whose direct patronage such irregularities in the utilisation of the service quota would not have been possible. The state health department, he added, will now take action on this count against the department officials as well. The four-member state health department-appointed committee had already submitted its report on the matter. Now, it is up to the state health minister and other top brass in the department to decide on the fate of both the junior doctors availing the service quota opportunity without fulfilling the criteria, as well as the departmental officials patronising them, said the health department official. State health minister, Dr Sharadwat Mukherjee, who is himself a medical practitioner, said that he is yet to go through the probe report and after studying the report he will announce the next steps necessary. It is learnt that one of the junior doctors who had been identified by the probe committee as taking advantage of the service quota without fulfilling the criteria is Avik Dey, whose name surfaced during the controversy surrounding the R.G. Kar rape and murder case in August 2024.
Trinamool MLA Kunal Ghosh cited an instance where acity-based YouTuber raised a hue and cry over beef served to him at a Kolkata restaurant; the YouTuber has been paid 2.5 lakh by the BJP; details of BJP election expenditure have been revealed
Bengal to Release Reserved Ward List for Upcoming Urban Elections Next Month
The list of reserved wards for seven urban local bodies in West Bengal will be released next month, ahead of elections. Bengal to Release Reserved Ward List for Upcoming Urban Elections Next Month
West Bengal Allocates Land for 33 New Industrial Projects Worth
West Bengals CM announced land allocation for 33 industrial projects, promising significant investment and job creation. West Bengal Allocates Land for 33 New Industrial Projects Worth 60,000 Crore
111 MPs, MLAs changed parties since 2022: Poll watchdog ADR
PTI New Delhi As many as 111 MPs and MLAs changed their parties after winning elections to Parliament or state assemblies between 2022 and 2026, with the highest number of such switches recorded in Nagaland and West Bengal, according to an analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and National Election Watch. The analysis, []
Land ceiling set to stay, govt mulls relaxation for industry
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Syama Prasad in, Singur, Kanyasree out of state school syllabus
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Stop new construction at demolition site, HC tells KMC
Profs stage protest against transfer bill
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Cops puja to get theme this year
Woman accuses boss of sexual harassment at office
HC dismisses PIL seeking nod for rooftop Durga Puja
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Rain eases in city as deep depression weakens
Bay system rain washes away patchwork on key city roads
Tree falls on biker, crushes parked car
Bengal: FIR against Maktoob over report on Moitra complaint
New Delhi: The West Bengal Police has registered a case against Maktoob Media following a social media post on Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitras allegations that Muslim IPS officers were kept out of meetings during Union Home Minister Amit Shahs visit to the state. Even as the police have denied the report, there has 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 .
Bengal: List of reserved wards for seven poll-bound civic bodies to be announced next month
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) The list of reserved wards for seven poll-bound urban civic bodies in West Bengal will be announced next month. The notification announcing the reserved wards for the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) and the Howrah Municipal Corporation (HMC) will be issued on October 7. Meanwhile, the notification declaring the reserved wards for five other municipalities, Haldia in East Midnapore district, Dhupguri in Jalpaiguri district, and Kalimpong and Kurseong in Darjeeling district, will be issued on October 6. The decision was taken after a meeting of West Bengal State Election Commissioner Krishna Gupta with the district magistrates concerned on Friday afternoon. It is learnt that the meeting also discussed targets for completing the elections for these seven civic bodies. As per the plan, notifications for the polls might be announced either on October 27 or October 28, soon after Durga Puja. The elections are likely to be held either on November 28 or November 29, after the festive season. The tentative date for counting and announcement of results is December 2. Voting will be held in 6,301 booths across these seven civic bodies. Meanwhile, the terms of the current boards of 112 more urban civic bodies in the state will expire in the first quarter of 2027. The biggest challenge for the new government and the State Election Commission will be to complete elections for 127 municipalities within the next nine months. Currently, 15 urban civic bodies across 12 districts of West Bengal lack elected municipal boards. Administrators run municipal services in these civic bodies. Notable among them is the Howrah Municipal Corporation, where no elections have been held for the last 13 years. The last election was held in 2013, and its term ended in 2018. Since the formation of the new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led state government in West Bengal, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has been emphasising the need to move the election process forward quickly at the administrative level. Soon after the new Cabinet was formed, State Municipal Affairs and Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Paul met the Chief Minister to discuss the polls for these civic bodies.
Land allotted for 33 new industrial projects worth Rs 60k crore: Bengal CM
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday said the state government had completed land allotment for 33 industrial projects involving a total investment of Rs 60,000 crore. The Chief Minister announced this while addressing a public rally in Bardhaman, East Burdwan district, following an administrative review meeting held on Thursday. The process of handing over land allotment papers to 33 industrial units has already been completed. According to our estimates, the projects have a proposed investment of about Rs 60,000 crore and the potential for direct and indirect employment of about 62,000 people. The list of projects includes semiconductors, defence, solar power, electric vehicles, pharmaceuticals, steel, food processing, textiles, engineering and MSME, Adhikari said. He added that the state government was ensuring that work on these projects would not stall after land allotment. Conditions require work to begin within a specific time frame. At the review meeting, Adhikari announced a power subsidy of Rs 2 per unit for nearly four lakh farmers. He also said farmers would receive enhanced support of Rs 9,000 under the PM-Kisan Sanman Nidhi scheme, up from Rs 6,000. The Chief Minister further said the government would procure all paddy that farmers wished to sell and ensure the minimum support price of Rs 2,700 per quintal. Issuing a warning against corruption, Adhikari said: Each person involved in such corruption will be tracked, the money will be recovered from them, and they will be sent behind bars.
Bengal: BJP announces major reshuffle in organisational committees
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Sep 25 (IANS) The West Bengal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday announced a major organisational reshuffle at all levels. The party replaced seven district presidents. The districts include Barasat and Bangaon in North 24 Parganas; Arambagh and Sreerampore in Hooghly; Medinipur in West Midnapore; and Burdwan and Katwa in East Burdwan. In addition, the party also changed the presidents of four affiliated fronts. The reshuffle was announced a day after West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and the partys state president in West Bengal and Rajya Sabha member Samik Bhattacharya met BJP National President Nitin Nabin in New Delhi on Thursday. According to state BJP insiders, the move aims to strengthen the organisation ahead of the bypolls. That is why this reshuffle was made. Apart from this, the one person, one post policy in the party was also followed to a great extent in the reshuffle, said a state committee member. It is learnt that seven members of the current BJP-ruled West Bengal cabinet, State Municipal Affairs & Urban Development Minister Agnimitra Pal, State Higher Education Minister Jagannath Chattopadhyay, State Commerce & Industries Minister Tapas Roy, State School Education Minister Deepak Barman, State North Bengal Development Minister Nishith Pramanik and Minister of State for Sport Indranil Khan, have been relieved of their organisational responsibilities. All of them are members of the current state cabinet. They were also in various organisational positions at the same time. They have been removed by implementing the one person, one post policy, the insider said. At the same time, the party has appointed new faces as chiefs of four party-affiliated fronts, youth, women, Scheduled Caste and Other Backward Class (OBC). The new youth wing president is Amit Samanta, MLA from Amta Assembly Constituency in Howrah district. Actress-turned-politician Anjana Basu is the new chief of the womens wing. Dhananjay Ghosh has been appointed president of the OBC wing, while Biswajit Samanta has been appointed president of the Scheduled Caste wing.
Congress Launches Nationwide Protests Against ECI, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar
The Congress on Friday launched nationwide protests against the Election Commission of India (ECI), with party workers demonstrating in several states and demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Protests were reported in Delhi, Bihar, Assam, Punjab, Arunachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. In Delhi, Congress workers gathered at Jantar Mantar and [] The post Congress Launches Nationwide Protests Against ECI, Demands CEC Gyanesh Kumars Resignation appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
West Bengal govt to auction limited parcels to industry associations
The government has already identified three-four land parcels which would be handed over to industry bodies
JSW Thermal bags order for balance two 800MW steam turbine generators for Salboni TPP
JSW Thermal Energy (JSW Thermal), a wholly owned subsidiary of JSW Energy, has entered into a contract with its associate company, Toshiba JSW Power Systems (Toshiba JSW) for the procurement of two steam turbine generators (TG) of 800 MW each for Phase 2 of its Salboni Thermal Project in West Bengal.
President Murmu returns West Bengal anti-goonda bill
President Droupadi Murmu has returned the West Bengal government's proposed anti-goonda bill for reconsideration. The objection stems from a provision in the bill that may overlap with a central anti-narcotics law, specifically concerning offences under the NDPS Act, 1985, and the PITNDPS Act, 1988. This raises concerns about potential duplication and repugnancy under Article 254 of the Constitution.
111 MPs, MLAs changed parties after winning elections since 2022: Report
As many as 111 MPs and MLAs changed their parties after winning elections to Parliament or state assemblies between 2022 and 2026, with the highest number of such switches recorded in Nagaland and West Bengal, according to an analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and National Election Watch. The analysis, which covered elections and bypolls during the period, found that 26 Lok Sabha members, seven Rajya Sabha members and 78 MLAs changed parties. ADR said the cases covered individual defections, party mergers, resignations followed by bypoll victories and disqualification followed by winning a seat in a bypoll. Nagaland accounted for the highest number of cases at 32, all involving MLAs. The bulk of these cases were linked to a realignment involving the ruling Nationalist Democratic Progressive Party (NDPP) and the Naga People's Front (NPF), with the NPF emerging as the largest recipient of lawmakers in the ADR analysis. Overall, 25 legislators originally elected
111 MPs, MLAs changed parties after winning polls since 2022
An analysis by ADR and National Election Watch reveals that 111 MPs and MLAs changed parties after winning elections between 2022 and 2026. Nagaland and West Bengal recorded the highest number of switches. The report also highlights party-level impacts and suggests reforms to the anti-defection framework.
Calcutta HC takes suo motu cognisance of egg attack on CPM leader Sayan Banerjee
Calcutta HC takes suo motu cognisance of egg attack on CPM leader Sayan Banerjee Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Friday initiated a suo motu case regarding the recent egg attack on Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Sayan Banerjee at the Baruipur District Court premises in West Bengals South 24 Parganas district. A Division [] The post Calcutta HC takes suo motu cognisance of egg attack on CPM leader Sayan Banerjee appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
111 MPs, MLAs changed parties after winning elections since 2022: ADR
A total of 111 MPs and MLAs changed parties in India between 2022 and 2026. Nagaland and West Bengal recorded the highest instances of such defections, with Nagaland having 32 cases. Most of the changes were linked to realignments among political parties like the NDPP and NPF. The Association for Democratic Reforms suggested reforms to the anti-defection laws in light of these changes.
West Bengal rain alert: Darjeeling landslide, heavy rain forecast till Saturday
Heavy rains have caused significant landslides in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal. A landslide affected Takdah Rural Hospital, resulting in minor injuries to one individual. The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings for continued heavy rainfall through Saturday. Rainfall data indicates that Darjeeling recorded the highest amounts in the state recently. Similar weather patterns are expected to persist in surrounding districts until the weekend.
Former TMC MLA Arrested in West Bengal for Alleged Financial Fraud
A former TMC MLA was arrested in Kolkata for allegedly taking bribes in exchange for party positions, raising concerns over political motivations. Former TMC MLA Arrested in West Bengal for Alleged Financial Fraud
BJP's 529 Crore Poll Spending Revealed; Bengal Alone Accounted For 287 Crore, EC Data Shows
BJP spent 529 crore across five Assembly elections held in April 2026, with West Bengal accounting for 287 crore, according to expenditure statements filed with the Election Commission. The party also reported spending 83 crore in Kerala, 96 crore in Assam, 52 crore in Tamil Nadu and 12 crore in Puducherry. Congress reported 249 crore in total spending, while CPM reported 39 crore. BJP's central headquarters received 1,473 crore during the election period, while its balance rose to 7,627 crore. Congress' combined balance across five state units fell to 103 crore.
The Adani Group's proposes to invest in power distribution in Kolkata, which has so far remained the monopoly of R.P. Sanjiv Goenka Group, through its flagship company CESC
Adani, with CM by his side, promises Rs 1 lakh crore investment in Bengal
Fed up, you are adding to courts burden: Cal HC to Election Commission on symbol row
Ayah accused of stealing Rs 10L
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11,596 on Bengal Police final constable list
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West Bengal considers allowing changes to projects on allotted land: Chief Secretary
The proposal comes as several projects in the Bengal Silicon Valley Tech Hub have yet to materialise despite land allotments
TMC ready to back Cong-led fresh motion in Parl against CEC
Switch To Offline Counselling To Fill up Engineering Seats Faster: WBJEE Aspirants
Major reshuffle on cards: Eye on civic polls, Nabin meets Samik, Suvendu, Sukanta
The many categories of SIRs logical discrepancy list keep voters on toes
Up to 11 distinct categories of logical discrepancies have been identified and applied across various States and Union Territories in the third phase of the SIR, expanding from the original four categories initially used when the concept was introduced in West Bengal
West Bengal Police Allegedly Intimidating Opposition Party Workers, Claims Humayun Kabir
Humayun Kabir accuses West Bengal police of harassing his party members ahead of the upcoming by-elections, alleging political bias. West Bengal Police Allegedly Intimidating Opposition Party Workers, Claims Humayun Kabir
Adani announces a major INR 1 lakh crore investment in West Bengal, spanning ports, logistics, energy, roads and healthcare, plus cultural and heritage initiatives.
Rahul Gandhi's anti-incumbency claims draw sharp response from BJP
BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi countered Rahul Gandhis remarks on anti-incumbency, citing Congresss electoral record in states including Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Odisha, and argued that the sentiment remains strong against the Congress
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Adani outlines road map for big Bengal push, says East must rise for Viksit Bharat to be a reality
Gautam Adani spotlighted West Bengal's pivotal role in enhancing India's economic power, citing its strategic location and other key strengths. He unveiled ambitious plans for investments surpassing Rs 1 lakh crore across diverse sectors in the state over the next ten years.
Gautam Adani Emphasizes Eastern Indias Role in Indias Next Trillion-Dollar Economy
Gautam Adani highlights the importance of Eastern India, especially West Bengal, for Indias economic growth and future investments. Gautam Adani Emphasizes Eastern Indias Role in Indias Next Trillion-Dollar Economy
Watch: Adani Group to invest over 1 lakh crore in Bengal by 2035: Gautam Adani
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari laid the foundation stone for a 2,000-bed hospital in New Town near Kolkata. The 4,000-crore multi-speciality hospital is expected to create 10,000 jobs.
Watch: Adani Group to invest over 1 lakh crore in Bengal by 2035: Gautam Adani
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani and West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari laid the foundation stone for a 2,000-bed hospital in New Town near Kolkata. The 4,000-crore multi-speciality hospital is expected to create 10,000 jobs.
Gautam Adani announces 1 lakh crore investment in West Bengal by 2035
Mahua Moitra, a Member of Parliament from Trinamool Congress, filed a complaint against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. She accused him of violations regarding electoral processes and decision-making within the Election Commission. Moitra highlighted allegations related to tampering with voter registrations that excluded millions in West Bengal. The complaint follows reports of internal dissent among election commissioners about unilateral decisions taken by Kumar.
Adani Group to invest over 1 trillion across sectors in West Bengal
The conglomerate will invest across ports, logistics, energy, roads, green cement and data centres, while its Rs 4,000-crore hospital project is under way in New Town
Howrah (West Bengal) [India], September 24: Iris Clothings Limited (NSE: IRISDOREME), a readymade garment company engaged in designing, manufacturing, branding, and selling garments for kids wear, participated in the Saudi
Nitin Nabin, the BJP's national president, introduced 24 immediate organizational appointments to strengthen the party's framework. The changes encompass vital roles including National Joint General Secretaries and State General Secretaries, focusing on enhancing operational effectiveness in states like Maharashtra, Bihar, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh.
Adani Group plans to invest over 1 lakh crore in West Bengal by 2035, enhancing sectors like healthcare, logistics, and power. The investment aims to transform infrastructure and create job opportunities, with a commitment to building a 2,000-bed medical institution in New Town.
TMC name-symbol row: SC asks EC to give time frame for final decision
The Supreme Court has requested the Election Commission to outline a timeframe for resolving the dispute. Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee challenged the freezing of the TMC's name and symbol. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued the process was flawed due to the ongoing election timelines. The court has scheduled Banerjee's plea for a hearing on September 28.
Adani Group sets Rs 1 lakh crore Bengal investment target, unveils Rs 4,000 crore hospital
Gautam Adani announced plans to invest over Rs 4,000 crore in a healthcare facility in West Bengal. This investment will establish a 2,000-bed not-for-profit medical institution by 2035. Of these beds, 1,000 will be allocated for economically weaker sections under health insurance schemes. The overall plan aims for investment exceeding Rs 1 lakh crore in various sectors.
BJP spent more in Bengal than Congress did across five state polls: Election Commision filings
According to the Election Commission's expenditure statements, BJP spent 286.99 crore on the West Bengal elections alone, which is than the Congress' expenditure across four states and a Union territory that went to polls earlier this year. Bengal accounted for more than half of the BJP's Rs 529.38-crore expenditure on the five elections with the other four being in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The party also reported spending Rs 54.93 crore on general campaigning in Kerala and Rs 27.74 crore on candidates as well as spending Rs 96.27 crore in Assam, Rs 51.56 crore in Tamil Nadu and Rs 11.90 crore in Puducherry. BJP's central headquarters received Rs 1,472.8 crore during the election period.
Justice B.R. Gavais remark was in response to a plea to direct the Union government to invoke emergency powers and protect the State of West Bengal from violence
Adani Group to invest over 1 lakh crore in Bengal by 2035: Gautam Adani
Adani Group investments in West Bengal will be in ports, logistics, power, roads and data centre, the industrialist added.
Adani Group to invest over 1 trillion in West Bengal by 2035: Gautam Adani
Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Thursday announced that the conglomerate would invest more than Rs 1 lakh crore in West Bengal by 2035. Addressing a gathering after laying the foundation for a 2,000-bed hospital in the New Town area near Kolkata along with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Adani said the group would spend Rs 4,000 crore on the multi-speciality 'Adani Arogya Mandir', and the project would create 10,000 jobs. Adani Group investments in West Bengal will be in ports, logistics, power, roads and data centre, the industrialist added.
CEC should resign; scrap SIR process, conduct fresh electoral roll revision: Karnataka CM Shivakumar
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 24 (IANS) Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday demanded the immediate resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and called for the scrapping of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process and a fresh revision of electoral data to protect democracy and every citizens right to vote. Speaking to media in Bengaluru, CM Shivakumar said, The right to vote is the right to live. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi have raised their voices in defence of the voting rights of the people of the country. He alleged that attempts were being made to misuse the voting rights of ordinary citizens for political purposes. Similar attempts have been made in West Bengal, Bihar and several other states. Now they are trying to do the same everywhere, including Karnataka. I had also requested the Election Commission yesterday to give more time, he said. Referring to differences among members of the Election Commission, CM Shivakumar claimed that the autonomy given to the poll panel was being misused. When a majority of the members do not agree with an opinion, a decision cannot be imposed unilaterally. It would be better if the Chief Election Commissioner voluntarily resigns on moral grounds, he said. The Chief Minister demanded that the ongoing SIR process be scrapped and a fresh exercise be undertaken. We are not talking about Congress votes or BJP votes. Every citizen has the right to vote, and that is the right to live. Nobody can suppress that right, he said. Referring to Forms 6, 7 and 8 used in the electoral roll revision process, CM Shivakumar questioned the manner in which the current exercise was being conducted and alleged that it could particularly affect illiterate and disadvantaged sections of society. This is not merely a matter of opinion. It is a fundamental right. This is the voice of the common man, he said. He also said that the issue should be debated on a larger platform, including in Parliament, and opposed any alleged pressure or intimidation of officials in different states in the name of the Election Commission. We want a fresh SIR to be conducted. Everyone should be given their rights. The situation must be reviewed comprehensively to ensure the right to every vote, and the electoral data must be re-examined, CM Shivakumar said.
