Congress condemns attack on Abhishek Banerjee, slams BJPs politics of vendetta
NEW DELHI, May 30: The Congress today strongly condemned the attack on TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee in West Bengals Sonarpur and said the deliberate lack of adequate police protection for a prominent opposition leader speaks volumes about the BJPs politics of vendetta and persecution. TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee was roughed up on Saturday allegedly by locals when he visited Sonarpur to meet families of post-poll violence victims, police said. Stones, shoes and eggs were hurled at the MP [] The post Congress condemns attack on Abhishek Banerjee, slams BJPs politics of vendetta appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP Leaders Link Attack on Abhishek Banerjee to Newtons Third Law and Karma
New Delhi, May 31: Political rhetoric has intensified following the attack on Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee in West Bengal. Several leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have reacted to the incident, attributing it to rising public anger in the state, while also denying any support for violence. BJP MLA Umesh Rai described ... Read more BJP Leaders Link Attack on Abhishek Banerjee to Newtons Third Law and Karma
BJP Attributes Attack on Abhishek Banerjee to Public Discontent in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 31: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) stated on Saturday that the attack on Trinamool Congress General Secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee was a result of public anger and dissatisfaction towards the former ruling party in West Bengal. On Saturday, Abhishek Banerjee was severely beaten upon arriving in Sonarpur, located in the South 24 ... Read more BJP Attributes Attack on Abhishek Banerjee to Public Discontent in West Bengal
Central Minister Outlines Roadmap for Power and Urban Development in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 31: Central Minister for Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, reviewed initiatives related to electricity and urban development in West Bengal on Saturday. Following the meeting, he presented a roadmap from the central government aimed at strengthening infrastructure, improving electricity distribution, and enhancing urban sanitation and infrastructure across the state. Manohar ... Read more Central Minister Outlines Roadmap for Power and Urban Development in West Bengal
Central Government Blamed for Infiltration Issues in West Bengal: Ravidas Mehrotra
Lucknow, May 31: Ravidas Mehrotra, a legislator from the Samajwadi Party, has raised significant questions regarding various political and national issues, directing criticism towards the central government. He addressed topics ranging from infiltration in West Bengal to the political landscape in Karnataka and the NEET paper leak controversy. Regarding the establishment of holding points to ... Read more Central Government Blamed for Infiltration Issues in West Bengal: Ravidas Mehrotra
West Bengal Launches Swachh App to Enhance Urban Cleanliness
Kolkata, May 31: Union Minister for Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, launched the Swachh app for West Bengal during an event in Kolkata on Saturday. The event was attended by West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Minister of Municipal Affairs Agnimitra Paul, Secretary of the Ministry of Power Pankaj Agarwal, and Chairman ... Read more West Bengal Launches Swachh App to Enhance Urban Cleanliness
BJP Responds to TMC Allegations Amid Rising Political Tensions in West Bengal
New Delhi, May 30: Political tensions are escalating in West Bengal following an attack on TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee. Several leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have reacted to the incident, attributing it to public anger. However, they have denied endorsing any form of violence. BJP spokesperson RP Singh stated that Banerjee should understand ... Read more BJP Responds to TMC Allegations Amid Rising Political Tensions in West Bengal
West Bengal Cabinet expansion on June 1
Sources say the Cabinet will have more than 30 members; apart from seniority and experience, the party leadership is likely to consider regional and community representation while selecting new Ministers
Kunal Ghosh Accuses BJP of Conspiracy in Attack on Abhishek Banerjee
New Delhi, May 30: Kunal Ghosh, a leader of the Trinamool Congress, has leveled serious accusations against the BJP regarding the recent attack on MP Abhishek Banerjee in Sonarpur, West Bengal. He claimed that this attack was part of a premeditated conspiracy, raising questions about the role of police and administration in the incident. Ghosh ... Read more Kunal Ghosh Accuses BJP of Conspiracy in Attack on Abhishek Banerjee
Mamata Banerjee Visits Hospital After Attack on Nephew Abhishek, Blames BJP
Kolkata, May 30: Mamata Banerjee, the leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, visited Apollo Hospital in Kolkata on Saturday. She was there to support her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, who was attacked and assaulted in Sonarpur. Banerjee held the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the state BJP government responsible ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Visits Hospital After Attack on Nephew Abhishek, Blames BJP
Former West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress (TMC) chairperson Mamata Banerjee strongly criticized the BJP, calling them 'killers' following an alleged attack on Abhishek Banerjee. Banerjee stated he was attacked by BJP supporters while visiting victims of post-poll violence. He plans to inform the high court and governor about the incident. TMC leaders questioned the withdrawal of Banerjee's security.
'Rulers have become killers': Mamata fumes over attack on nephew Abhishek Banerjee; BJP hits back
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee was allegedly attacked with stones and shoes in West Bengal's Sonarpur while visiting families affected by post-poll violence. Opposition parties, including the Congress and Samajwadi Party, condemned the incident, accusing the BJP of orchestrating the attack. The BJP denied involvement, attributing the incident to local anger.
Eggs hurled, shirt torn: Abhishek Banerjee attacked in West Bengal`s Sonarpur
After being hit by a couple of eggs hurled at him, the TMC Lok Sabha Member of Parliament (MP) quickly put on a cricket helmet to protect himself. Stones were also allegedly hurled in his direction but did not hit him
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee faced an attack during a visit to families affected by post-poll violence in West Bengal. Meanwhile, DK Shivakumar was unanimously chosen as the Karnataka Congress Legislature Party leader. Vinesh Phogat missed a 2026 Asian Games spot after a semifinal loss. CUET-UG faced delays due to technical issues, and Delhi-NCR residents received severe thunderstorm alerts.
Abhishek Banerjee Faces Protests in Sonarpur Amid Election Violence Allegations
Kolkata, May 30: Abhishek Banerjee, the General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Member of Parliament, encountered significant protests on Saturday in Sonarpur, located in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. He was reportedly visiting to meet a party worker who had allegedly fallen victim to post-election violence. According to reports, Banerjee ... Read more Abhishek Banerjee Faces Protests in Sonarpur Amid Election Violence Allegations
Derek O'Brien cites Tata investments in Bengal after state BJP chief vows to 'bring back' the firm
TMC leaders have detailed the Tata Group's extensive operations and growth in West Bengal over the past 15 years. Companies like Tata Consultancy Services and Tata Hitachi are expanding their presence. Several Tata hotel brands operate in the state. This information counters recent remarks by the state BJP president about attracting the Tata Group back to West Bengal.
Abhishek Banerjee called Bangladeshi, attacked with stones, eggs
Kolkata: All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee was roughed up on Saturday, May 30, allegedly by locals, when he visited West Bengals Sonarpur area to meet families of post-poll violence victims, police said. #WATCH | Sonarpur, West Bengal: TMC MP Abhishek Banerjee was beaten up by locals during his visit to 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 .
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee faced an attack during a visit to Sonarpur South in West Bengal. Stones and eggs were thrown at his convoy. Banerjee was meeting families affected by post-poll violence. He alleged the BJP was behind the incident. This visit marked his first public appearance after the assembly election results.
Eggs, stones thrown at Abhishek Banerjee by protesters in Sonarpur; TMC leader blames BJP
Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee encountered angry protests and alleged physical jostling from locals in Sonarpur, West Bengal. He was visiting families affected by post-poll violence. Protesters reportedly hurled stones and eggs at his convoy. Banerjee accused the BJP of orchestrating the demonstration. He vowed to continue his political campaign despite the pressure.
West Bengal to implement National Health Mission; Centre sanctions 2,103 crore
Bengal also plans new medical colleges, tighter hospital monitoring, cheaper medicines, and reserved beds for economically weaker patients in select private hospitals.
Child Marriage Remains a Major Challenge in West Bengal: SRS Report
The data shows that only around half of women in the state marry at the age of 21 or later, well below the national average of about 74%. At the same time, West Bengal records one of the highest shares of marriages occurring before the age of 18 among the major states covered in the report
Bengal CID serves summons to Abhishek Banerjee in 'fake signature' probe
The West Bengal CID served a notice to TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee, summoning him for questioning regarding an investigation into alleged forged signatures of party legislators. The notice was personally delivered to Banerjee at his residence after a dramatic sequence of events. Banerjee alleged political vendetta and vowed to cooperate with the probe.
Massive blaze erupts at school in west Bengaluru, no casualties reported
The fire broke out in the auditorium, located on the top floor
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has released the JENPAS UG admit card 2026 on its official website. Candidates can now download their hall tickets online, which are essential for entry into the examination hall. The admit card contains crucial details about the exam, including timings and center. Remember to carry a printed copy.
West Bengal set to implement National Health Mission, says CM Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the Centre has sanctioned 2,103 crore for the scheme, out of which we have already received 527 crore
Under the campaign, girls who have completed 14 years of age but are yet to turn 15 will receive a single dose of the quadrivalent Gardasil-4 vaccine free of cost
Political Turmoil Over Annapurna Bhandar Scheme in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 30: A political storm has erupted in West Bengal over the Annapurna Bhandar scheme. Following accusations from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), BJP leader Rahul Sinha sharply responded, stating that if TMC remains silent on this issue, it will be beneficial for them. In an interview, Sinha remarked, TMC has no right to speak ... Read more Political Turmoil Over Annapurna Bhandar Scheme in West Bengal
Analysis | From Kanthi, Not Kolkata: What Sets Suvendu Adhikari Apart
Suvendu Adhikari is West Bengal's first chief minister in 55 years who hails from outside Kolkata.
Delip Ghosh Advocates for Action Against Illegal Immigration to Restore Peace in Bengal
Kolkata, May 30: Delip Ghosh, a minister in the West Bengal government, has responded to the issue of illegal immigrants residing in the state, emphasizing that resolving this matter is crucial for restoring peace in Bengal. Speaking to reporters in West Midnapore on Saturday morning, Ghosh stated, Currently, illegal immigrants are voluntarily returning to Bangladesh. ... Read more Delip Ghosh Advocates for Action Against Illegal Immigration to Restore Peace in Bengal
BJP government seeks Tata return to West Bengal's Singur as part of industrial revival push
West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya stated the state government aims to bring the Tata Group back to Singur, viewing it as crucial for economic revival and signaling an investor-friendly environment. This move seeks to counter the negative perception created by the Nano project's exit, aiming to restore investor confidence and industrial growth in the state.
West Bengal CM meets Darjeeling hill leaders, acts tough on GTA corruption
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said that the West Bengal government will seek benefits Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana (PMCSPY) which the previous government did not subscribe to.
West Bengal CM Announces Compensation for Families Affected by Storm Tragedy
Kolkata, May 30: A sudden and severe storm hit West Bengal on Friday afternoon, causing significant destruction. Tragically, seven people lost their lives due to this natural disaster. In response, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a compensation of 4 lakh for the families of the deceased. The Chief Minister explained that these fatalities were caused ... Read more West Bengal CM Announces Compensation for Families Affected by Storm Tragedy
DC Edit | After SC Backs EC On SIR, Ball In Parl Court
The courts position comes in the backdrop of a series of litigations questioning the SIR conducted in several states, especially in Bihar and West Bengal. The Bihar SIR started and was completed in a matter of 30 days, which was too little time for many citizens to get their documents ready, particularly in the case of those working outside the state
Census in West Bengal to start from August 1: CM Suvendu
The Chief Minister said that West Bengal needs to catch up with other states in conduct of the census; he expressed concern over demographic changes and said census data will help in policy decisions
7 killed as storm batters West Bengal districts
Seven people died in West Bengal on Friday after severe storms and squalls hit Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, South 24 Parganas and other districts, causing electrocution, house collapses and widespread damage.
Amit Shah Promises Enhanced Border Security with Fence Completion in West Bengal
Bhuj, May 29: Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Friday that the central government has accelerated the fencing work along the border in West Bengal. The states BJP government has given in-principle approval for the transfer of necessary land for this project. During a conversation with BSF (Border Security Force) personnel at Border Outpost ... Read more Amit Shah Promises Enhanced Border Security with Fence Completion in West Bengal
Census to begin in West Bengal from August 1: Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal's census will start on August 1, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said, adding that the exercise was delayed by the previous government. Data collection will occur from August 2026 to February 2027. Self-enumeration will begin on August 1. House listing and door-to-door visits will commence on August 16.
West Bengal clears way for CBI probe in GTA teacher recruitment case
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday said the state government will withdraw its challenge in the Supreme Court and allow a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the recruitment of around 400 teachers in GTA-run schools in Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Kurseong, as directed by the Calcutta High Court.
West Bengal brings down threshold limit for e-way bills for preventing tax evasion
This move by the new BJP government in Bengal is aiming at generating more tax revenues. However, some industry insiders feel that it would increase workloads for a large number of small traders.
West Bengal Census to Begin on August 1, Says Chief Minister
Kolkata, May 29: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Friday that the census will commence on August 1. He attributed the delay in the process to the previous governments lax approach under Mamata Banerjee. During an emergency meeting at the Nabanna state secretariat, CM Adhikari stated, The central government sent a message last ... Read more West Bengal Census to Begin on August 1, Says Chief Minister
It is a Dream Come True: Agnimitra Pauls Journey From Fashion Ramp to Bengal Power Corridors
From designing a hand-embroidered Modi coat to taking oath as West Bengal BJPs only woman minister in prime ministers presence, she traces her unlikely rise from celebrity designer to one of the saffron partys most prominent faces in regional politics The post It is a Dream Come True: Agnimitra Pauls Journey From Fashion Ramp to Bengal Power Corridors appeared first on India Legal .
West Bengal govt hands over 142.7 acres along India-Bangladesh border to BSF for outposts, fencing
Golden Tips Tea plans West Bengal general trade expansion within six months
The company also aims to open around 100 franchise outlets across India over the next three years while strengthening digital marketing and exports
West Bengal truck driver killed in Manipur ambush
A Naga police constable was injured in the incident in a Kuki-dominated area on the Imphal-Ukhrul highway
Census in Bengal to be held from Aug 1 to Feb end next year: CM
West Bengal will conduct its Census from August 1 to February end next year. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari stated the exercise is crucial for governance and planning. He urged all citizens to participate actively in this important headcount. The Chief Minister highlighted the need for accurate data to address developmental needs and ensure effective administration across the state.
Calcutta HC seeks ED report on probe against ex-West Bengal minister Sujit Bose
The Calcutta High Court has ordered the Enforcement Directorate to submit a report. This report concerns the investigation into the arrest of TMC leader Sujit Bose. Bose, a former minister, was apprehended by the ED on May 11. The arrest is linked to a money laundering probe into an alleged municipality recruitment scam.
The Calcutta High Court on Friday directed that no coercive steps be taken against actor-director Parambrata Chatterjee in connection with an FIR registered over alleged provocative social media posts related to the 2021 post-poll violence in West Bengal. The interim protection was granted by the single-judge Bench of Justice Ajoy Kumar Mukherjee while hearing a [] The post Calcutta High Court stays coercive action against Parambrata Chatterjee in 2021 West Bengal post-poll violence case appeared first on India Legal .
Bengal leather industry expecting raw material shortage amid strict slaughter norms
West Bengal's leather industry is facing a raw material shortage. Stricter animal slaughter regulations are impacting the supply of cow and buffalo hides. This comes after Eid al-Adha, a peak season for hide availability. Traders fear this will worsen the situation for an already stressed sector. The industry relies heavily on these hides for its export-oriented products.
11 holding centres set up in Bengal, 335 suspected infiltrators lodged
Kolkata: As part of its detect, delete and deport policy, the West Bengal government has so far set up 11 holding centres for suspected illegal immigrants, and 335 detainees are currently being housed in such facilities, officials said on Friday, May 29. Basirhat in North 24 Parganas district, bordering Bangladesh, accounts for the largest number Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board is expected to release JENPAS UG 2026 admit cards today, May 29. The examination for admission to nursing, paramedical, and allied science courses is scheduled for June 7. Candidates can download their hall tickets online from the official WBJEEB websites.
West Bengal colleges see ideological churn after BJP victory; RSS and ABVP step up campus expansion
Following the BJP's significant win in West Bengal, RSS-affiliated groups are rapidly expanding their presence in educational institutions. Student and teacher organizations report a surge in membership inquiries, with the ABVP claiming a substantial increase in college units. This growth is attributed to a shift in the state's political climate, breaking perceived resistance within academic circles.
Minister Dilip Ghosh Questions Legality of Mosque at Kolkata Airport
Kolkata, May 29: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh addressed reporters regarding the construction of a mosque at Kolkata Airport. He emphasized that while many religious places have been established in Bengal, they should be respected rather than used for land encroachment. Ghosh raised concerns about how the mosque was allowed to be built at the ... Read more Minister Dilip Ghosh Questions Legality of Mosque at Kolkata Airport
Speaking to reporters, Ghosh alleged that corruption prevails within the TMC from top to bottom and claimed that the organisation is gradually collapsing. He further alleged that TMC leaders amassed wealth by siphoning funds meant for public welfare schemes.
West Bengal Chief Minister to Lead Meeting on Accelerating Census Process
Kolkata, May 29: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will preside over a meeting at the state secretariat, Nabanna, on Friday to discuss ways to expedite the census process in the state. The decision to initiate the census was made during the first meeting of the newly formed cabinet on May 11, led by Suvendu ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister to Lead Meeting on Accelerating Census Process
FIFA World Cup 2026 | Why footballs most passionate fans may be in India
In Kerala, West Bengal and several other places across India, the FIFA World Cup is a homecoming of fan clubs, midnight screenings, bike rallies and WhatsApp groups that spring back to life every four years
The financial burden which Annapurna Bhandar would have on the State exchequer is what is prompting the West Bengal government to verify the existing beneficiaries of Lakshmir Bhandar and drag its feet on the implementation of the scheme
Child marriage persists despite national decline, West Bengal tops list: Data
TMCs Electoral Setback: Sukendu Shekhar Roy Addresses Voter List Concerns
Kolkata, May 29: Sukendu Shekhar Roy, a Member of Parliament from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), criticized the removal of names from the voter list in West Bengal, calling it a mistake. He stated that some legitimate voters were inadvertently excluded, but following a recent Supreme Court ruling, there is no risk of losing citizenship. In ... Read more TMCs Electoral Setback: Sukendu Shekhar Roy Addresses Voter List Concerns
Former West Bengal Minister Challenges ED Arrest in Kolkata High Court
Kolkata, May 29: Former West Bengal Fire Services Minister Sujit Bose has approached the Kolkata High Court, challenging his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a municipal recruitment scam worth millions. The hearing is scheduled for Friday before a single-judge bench led by Justice Shampa Dutta Paul. Bose, a three-time Trinamool Congress ... Read more Former West Bengal Minister Challenges ED Arrest in Kolkata High Court
West Bengals hopes of an industrial revival face structural challenges despite strong manufacturing growth over the past decade. A NITI Aayog report showed the states share in Indias GDP fell from 6.8% in 1990-91 to 5.8% in 2021-22, while per-capita income remained below the national average. However, manufacturing growth between 2013-14 and 2022-23 outpaced the national average, driven largely by informal micro-enterprises rather than large formal industries.
Panel on artificial demographic changes may consider need for law to tackle issue: Amit Shah
If illegal migrants leave on their own, BJP government in West Bengal will refrain from filing legal cases against them and facilitate their departure, says Home Minister
The recent poll debacle in the West Bengal assembly has triggered a domino effect in the Trinamool Congress, which saw fresh resignations on Thursday. The latest high-profile resignation comes from former Rajya Sabha MP Santanu Sen who stepped down as TMC national spokesperson. Who is Santanu Sen? Santanu Sen is a doctor-turned-politician and a former Rajya Sabha MP. Currently, he a councillor of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation. It should be noted that he has not quit Trinamool Congress. Why did Santanu Sen quit as TMC spokesperson? In his resignation letter to TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee, Santanu Sen slammed that party over the controversy surrounding the RG Kar rape and murder case, job scams, unethical acts and corruption. Sen himself was a former student and doctor associated with RG Kar. He was one of the few TMC leaders who publicly pointed out the irregularities at the medical college. After embarrassing the party leadership, TMC suspended him for anti-party activities and removed him from the post of spokesperson. However, he was reinstated later. Accepting the people's verdict, I have decided to resign from the post of national spokesperson, wrote Sen. He said he is a loyal soldier of Trinamool Congress since the inception of the party, but pointed out that he was no longer comfortable in publicly defending controversies linked to TMC. In several difficult situations, even when my conscience did not agree, I fought publicly for the party in television debates and media platforms and had to face criticism from common people, he wrote. But now, when people have rejected us over the RG Kar incident, job scam and various unethical acts and corruption, my conscience no longer permits me to support these as a spokesperson. Sen made headlines when he congratulated the Suvendu Adhikari government. On Wednesday, he offered to cooperate with any investigation related to the RG Kar rape-murder case. I remained silent for a long time because of concerns about my daughter's career. Now she has become a doctor herself, and I have no more hesitation, he had said. Resignations rattle TMC Before Sen, several other TMC leaders also quit key organisational posts. Lok Sabha MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar on Tuesday resigned from her organisational posts. TMC councillor Arup Chakraborty on Wednesday quit as a party spokesperson and stepped down from his position in the Kolkata Municipal Corporation's public accounts committee. Sushanta Ghosh, another TMC councillor, quit the post of borough chairman.
40 pc of winning candidates in WB polls secured less than 50 pc vote share: ADR Report
West Bengal Assembly election results show a significant trend. Nearly 40 percent of victorious candidates won with less than half the votes in their constituencies. Voter turnout was high at 93.7 percent. Winning candidates secured an average of 50.43 percent of votes. The report also examined criminal backgrounds and wealth of candidates. Women winners performed well. NOTA received 0.
CPI(M) terms SC verdict on electoral roll revision a body blow to democracy
New Delhi, May 28: The Polit Bureau of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) on Wednesday sharply criticised the Supreme Court verdict upholding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, calling it a travesty of justice and a body blow to democracy. In a strongly-worded statement, the CPI(M) alleged that the apex court had granted constitutional legitimacy to a process that led to large-scale disenfranchisement, exclusion and intimidation of vulnerable sections of society across several states. The judgement delivered by the Supreme Court upholding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls is a travesty of justice, the party said, accusing the court of compromising its role as the guardian of democratic rights and constitutional guarantees. The CPI(M) said the petitions before the court raised a fundamental issue of whether the right to vote could be subjected to arbitrary bureaucratic suspicion and mass documentary scrutiny. According to the party, the SIR exercise resulted in deletion of names of poor people, migrants, minorities, Dalits, Adivasis, landless citizens and other marginalised sections from voter lists because many lacked the required documents. The Left party also alleged that the entire process lacked transparency and claimed that legitimate voters were removed without adequate notice while burdensome verification procedures created barriers for vulnerable groups. Referring to West Bengal, the CPI(M) criticised the use of the concept of logical discrepancy, alleging that software-based algorithms classified more than one crore voters as doubtful. It claimed that nearly 27 lakh people eventually lost their voting rights despite judicial remedies. The party further argued that the verdict effectively made voting rights contingent upon possession of acceptable documents, despite citizens already possessing Aadhaar cards, voter identity cards and access to welfare schemes through other forms of identification. The CPI(M) also expressed concern over what it described as a surreptitious introduction of the National Register of Citizens (NRC), saying the court had directed the Election Commission to submit names deleted through the SIR process to authorities for citizenship verification. Despite categorically stating that determination of citizenship is beyond the powers of the Election Commission, the broad endorsement of the ECs conduct defeats that very assertion, the statement said. The party further accused the judiciary of failing to address growing concerns over the neutrality and independence of the Election Commission of India . The CPI(M) said its recently concluded Central Committee meeting had decided to launch a nationwide campaign to defend voting rights and demand comprehensive electoral reforms. The party said it would seek to mobilise like-minded political parties and democratic forces for the campaign.
West Bengal: TMC MP Sougata Roy faces protests, eggs thrown at his car
Trinamool Congress MP Sougata Roy faced protests outside a police station in West Bengal. Demonstrators shouted slogans and hurled eggs at his vehicle. Roy alleged BJP involvement, calling the protest politically motivated. The BJP denied involvement, stating locals were expressing anger over alleged corruption during TMC rule. Police intervened to manage the situation.
Suvendu Adhikari performs 'gau puja' during first ISKCON visit as Bengal CM
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari visited the ISKCON headquarters in Nadia district. He performed 'gau puja' and interacted with monks. The visit followed the BJP's assembly election victory. Security was tightened around the temple complex. The CM showed interest in ISKCON's activities. This visit carried political significance in the state.
Man Arrested for Fraudulently Claiming Benefits from West Bengals Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme
Kolkata, May 28: A man was arrested on Thursday in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, for allegedly posing as a woman to receive financial assistance under the states Lakshmi Bhandar scheme. The accused, identified as Rakibul Sheikh, had reportedly been receiving funds from the scheme for two years. The Lakshmi Bhandar scheme is specifically designed for ... Read more Man Arrested for Fraudulently Claiming Benefits from West Bengals Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme
West Bengal is launching the Annapurna Yojana. Women in the state will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. Forms will be issued from May 27, 2026. Beneficiaries will receive funds as soon as registration is complete. BJP will organize camps to help those unable to fill forms. Only Indian citizens are eligible for this scheme.
Kolkata, May 28: West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh has launched a strong attack on the previous state government amid the Eid celebrations. He addressed issues related to FIRs against Mamata Banerjee and her leaders in Siliguri, comments by Suvendu Adhikari on Bangladesh, and the controversy surrounding 30 lakh suspicious names in the Lakshmi Bhandar scheme. ... Read more BJP Governments Tough Stance on Illegal Immigration, Thousands Preparing to Return to Bangladesh: Dilip Ghosh
Major Cash Haul Linked to TMC Chairman in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 28: West Bengal police revealed on Thursday that they uncovered a staggering cash amount from the fields of Dipankar Bhattacharya, the chairman of the Trinamool Congress-controlled Baduria Municipality in North 24 Parganas district. The authorities discovered four trolley bags and one sack filled with cash during their search. Dipankar Bhattacharya was arrested last ... Read more Major Cash Haul Linked to TMC Chairman in West Bengal
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari launched the 'Annapurna Bhandar' scheme, offering 3,000 monthly assistance to eligible women. Applications can be submitted online or offline, with verification ensuring benefits reach the right recipients.
Mamata Banerjees Poetic Message Amid TMCs Internal Turmoil
Kolkata, May 28: Amid rising internal strife within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and ongoing criticism directed at General Secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee, former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has penned a poem titled Chameleon. This piece serves as an indirect message to the partys dissenters. On Wednesday night, Mamata shared the ... Read more Mamata Banerjees Poetic Message Amid TMCs Internal Turmoil
Three Bangladeshis Arrested in West Bengal for Illegal Residency
Kolkata, May 28: Three Bangladeshi nationals have been arrested in the Baruipur police station area of South 24 Parganas for allegedly entering India illegally and residing in the state. One of the arrested individuals, a Bangladeshi woman, made sensational claims that a local member of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) had taken money from her under ... Read more Three Bangladeshis Arrested in West Bengal for Illegal Residency
West Bengal Government Allocates 142.79 Acres to BSF for Border Security
Kolkata, May 28: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on Wednesday that a total of 142.79 acres of land has been allocated to the Border Security Force (BSF) for the establishment of border outposts and barbed wire fencing. In a post on the social media platform X, the Chief Minister stated that the state ... Read more West Bengal Government Allocates 142.79 Acres to BSF for Border Security
Prasenjit Bose serves as the chairperson, SIR Committee of West Bengal Pradesh Congress Committee emphasised that with over 60 % electors restored to voter list by the tribunals it is clear that genuine electors were deprived of their right to vote in the 2026 West Bengal assembly election
Association of Protection of Democratic Rights (APDR), a well known civil rights organisation in a letter to WBHRC has highlighted two instances at Golabari police station on May 24 and at Sankrail police station on May 25, where two accused were paraded in their underwear.
TMC Leaders Stage Protest Outside Assembly Speakers Chamber in West Bengal
Kolkata, May 28: The political landscape in West Bengal has heated up once again. On Wednesday, the Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly, Shobhandeb Chattopadhyay, along with fellow TMC leader Kunal Ghosh, staged a protest outside the Assembly Speakers chamber. They claim they were ignored when they sought a meeting with the Speaker. According ... Read more TMC Leaders Stage Protest Outside Assembly Speakers Chamber in West Bengal
Illegal Bangladeshis try to return to their homeland
Hundreds of people are gathering at Hakimpur checkpost in North 24 Parganas district. They are trying to return to Bangladesh after a crackdown on illegal immigrants. Some have been held at holding centres. Immigrants claim they have lived in West Bengal for years and received government benefits.
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This time, Eid celebrations will be different in West Bengal, with the mass congregation taking place at the Brigade Parade Ground, instead of Red Road, where around three lakh people gather to offer namaz twice a year. The new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government has prohibited offering prayers on roads by blocking the traffic, which is why Friday prayers and the Eid namaz are taking place on at the Brigade Parade Ground and within mosques. Preparations have been made on the ground to accommodate the huge turnout. If we didnt get permission on Red Road, we got permission on Brigade Parade Ground, which is a bigger spacethere is no problem. The place has changed but it is an open space, said Shafique Qazmi, the shahi imam of Nakhoda Masjid, while agreeing that the country and the Muslim community needed to progress. People should offer sacrifice responsibly. There is no need to worry. Offer sacrifice responsibly, offer namaz responsibly, he added. Others offering namaz this year at theBrigade Parade Ground were also of the same opinion. If the roads are a hinderance, if the sacrifice of a big animal hurts the sentiments of our fellow brothers, then religiously we should do it. It is not mandatory we sacrifice a cow, said Imran Zaki from Kolkata. We need to build bridges, not wars. We have always been part of a shared future. The permission to use the Brigade Parade Ground was given by the Army and approved by the Kolkata police after a request from the Calcutta Khilafat Committee, which is the organisation that officially sought permission to offer namaz at both locationsboth of which are under their jurisdiction. The BJP's new diktat has been followed over the last few weeks, and on Eid, several people flocking to the mosque for prayers will pray in two batches. The government also invoked the 1950 Animal Slaughter Act, where cows and buffaloes below the age of 14 could not be slaughtered. A certificate has to be obtained by the panchayat veterinary doctor that the animal is ailing and fit for slaughter. Slaughtering also cannot take place in public places and can only take place in municipal slaughterhouses. If there are restrictions on slaughtering one animal there is no problem, noted the imam of Nakhoda Masjid. In contrast, the former Left Front and Trinamool Congress (TMC) governments neither stopped prayers from being offered on roads, nor imposed restrictions on animal slaughter and restrictions in public places.
TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Resigns; Sougata Roy Calls It a Media Stunt
New Delhi, May 27: Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has resigned from all party organizational positions effective immediately. This move has intensified political tensions in West Bengal, especially following BJP MP Soumitra Khans claim that several TMC MPs and MLAs are in contact with the BJP. TMC MP Sougata Roy dismissed Ghosh ... Read more TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Resigns; Sougata Roy Calls It a Media Stunt
30 lakh fake names found in West Bengal Lakshmir Bhandar scheme verification: CM Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said around 30 lakh fake beneficiaries were identified during verification of the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme as the state transitions to the Annapurnar Yojana, which promises Rs 3,000 aid to women. The government will begin Direct Bank Transfers from June 1, with enrolment continuing for 90 days through online and offline modes.
West Bengal Mourns the Sudden Passing of Acclaimed Filmmaker Anik Dutta
Kolkata, May 27: The sudden death of renowned Bengali filmmaker and National Award winner Anik Dutta has sent shockwaves throughout West Bengal. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has expressed his condolences regarding Duttas passing. He shared a heartfelt message on the social media platform X, conveying his sorrow over the loss. In his post, CM Adhikari ... Read more West Bengal Mourns the Sudden Passing of Acclaimed Filmmaker Anik Dutta
West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has unveiled the 'Annapurna Bhandar' initiative, set to take over from the previous 'Lakshmir Bhandar' program. This revamped financial support scheme will now target eligible women, providing them with a monthly sum of Rs 3,000. Notably, around 30 lakh beneficiaries from the old program were deemed ineligible.
West Bengals Eid al-Adha Regulations: Imam Shafiq Qasmi Clarifies Existing Laws
Kolkata, May 27: Imam Shafiq Qasmi of Kolkatas Nakhoda Mosque has responded to the West Bengal governments new regulations regarding Eid al-Adha. In an interview, he reassured the public that there is no need for concern, as the rules being enforced are not new but rather a strict application of existing laws. He emphasized that ... Read more West Bengals Eid al-Adha Regulations: Imam Shafiq Qasmi Clarifies Existing Laws
Jagan asks YSRCP cadres to be vigilant of SIR exercise in Andhra Pradesh
Large-scale deletion of votes during SIR adversely affected the opposition parties in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, he says
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The much-awaited forms for the women's welfare scheme Annapurna Bhandar were launched by the new BJP government in West Bengal on Wednesday. The social welfare scheme promises Rs 3000 for women from low-income households who are not in the income tax bracket. The money will be handed out via the direct bank transfer (DBT) method. We are launching forms (for the Annapurna Bhandar scheme) under the Women and Child Welfare department headed by Agnimitra Paul, said Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. In the previous Lakshmir Bhandar scheme, men were found to be beneficiaries of the scheme, which is against the rule. Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries will be verified, but there are allegations that names have gone from the voter list and those who have not applied under the tribunal (SIR) or for CAA are still getting Lakshmir Bhandar, noted Adhikari. Women and Child Welfare Minister Agnimitra Paul and Chief Secretary Manoj Agarwal were also present during the press briefing. Adhikari said that the involvement of the Chief Secretary, Kolkata Municipal Corporation Commissioner, and other departments would be required for the process, which is very technical. This includes filling up forms online and offline, verifying applicants, and transferring beneficiaries from the pervious Lakshmir Bhandar scheme to the new Annapurna Bhandar scheme. The finer eligibility details will also be under the lens. There are 30 lakh names on the voter list who are dead, deleted or illegal voters. Hence their names will not be eligible for the scheme. Adhikari noted that the final number of beneficiaries would drop further to about 2 crore beneficiaries. The process of Ayushman Bharat registration and enrollment is starting, and from July 1, people will get their cards. There will be online and offline registration forms, with a 90-day window from June 1 for this programme online, offline at Block Development Offices, and at municipal corporations. Panchayat officials will go door-to-door in a 30-day drive to explain and help people fill up forms to avail the scheme. Adhikari reiterated that there was no hurry and that there was enough time for people to fill up forms. We want to help these families with these schemes, said the CM. Periodic updates in enrollments will be given by Paul. This is part of the BJP manifesto that the new government is implementing, taking a leaf from the former Trinamool Congress' (TMC) Lakshmir Bhandar scheme launched before the 2021 Assembly elections, which was the trump card for the erstwhile Mamata Banerjee government. The BJP government, however, doubled the dole from Rs 1,500 to Rs 3,000, which caught the attention of many voters.
West Bengal Chief Minister Claims 3 Million Illegal Beneficiaries in Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme
Kolkata, May 27: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari revealed to reporters on Wednesday that nearly 3 million illegal beneficiaries have been receiving monthly payments under the Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme initiated by the previous Mamata Banerjee-led government. He further stated that aside from these 3 million illegal beneficiaries, all other eligible individuals receiving monthly allowances ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Claims 3 Million Illegal Beneficiaries in Lakshmi Bhandar Scheme
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari meets Governor RN Ravi
The meeting was held for more than half an hour, but what transpired was not immediately known, sources said. Adhikari`s meeting with Ravi comes against the backdrop of speculations about an impending cabinet expansion of the newly-formed BJP government in the state
30 lakh beneficiaries of TMC governments direct cash transfer scheme for women ineligible: Suvendu
West Bengal CM Adhikari said the CAA applicants and those who have appealed to an SIR-linked tribunal after adjudication for entry on the voter list would, however, be eligible for the 'Annapurna Bhandar' scheme
The Hakimpur checkpost is an international border crossing situated in the North 24 Parganas district
