No complaints in Keralam about deliberate denial of voting right, says Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
He says the present allegations against the ECI concerns removal of cores of names, adding Keralam has not seen complaints filed in this regard unlike States such as Maharashtra, West Bengal or Haryana
Rahul Gandhi-Led INDIA Bloc Delegation Meets President Murmu, Submits 4-Point Memo Seeking CEC
Escalating its high-decibel campaign alleging widespread electoral roll irregularities and vote chori (vote theft), a 10-member high-profile delegation of INDIA bloc leaders met President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday evening, October 9. The delegationcomprising Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool [] The post Rahul Gandhi-Led INDIA Bloc Delegation Meets President Murmu, Submits 4-Point Memo Seeking CECs Remova appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
BJP sweeps Bengal Assembly by polls by winning both Nandigram and Rejinagar by record margin
West Bengal on Tuesday saw a high voter turnout in the high-stakes by-elections in Nandigram and Rejinagar
Amit Shah hails NDA bypoll wins as rejection of INDI alliance in West Bengal and Assam
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Bengal bypolls: BJP wins in Nandigram, Muslim-majority Rejinagar
Kolkata: The BJP on Friday, October 9, steamrolled its rivals in Nandigram and scored a surprise win in Muslim-majority Rejinagar, underlining its expanding political reach in West Bengal barely four months after ending TMCs 15-year rule, as a fragmented opposition struggled to mount a challenge in the ruling partys first electoral test. The twin victories 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 .
Tripura: Security to be tightened along India-Bangladesh border ahead of Durga Puja
Digital Desk | Agartala, Oct 9 (IANS) The Border Security Force (BSF) and Tripura Police will further tighten security along the India-Bangladesh border ahead of the five-day Durga Puja festival, beginning on October 16, while the state police will launch a special drive against drug-related activities during the festivities, top officials said. Director General of Police (DGP) G.S. Rao said the BSF would further strengthen its vigil along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura during the Durga Puja festival. Tripura Police would also step up surveillance in border villages, the state police chief told the media. Responding to a query about the proposed Smart Border Project, Rao said that of the total 856-km-long international border between Tripura and Bangladesh, 806 km had been fully fenced so far, while the remaining 50 km remained unfenced for various reasons, including difficult terrain, water bodies and forested areas. The BSF and Tripura Police are jointly preparing proposals for the Smart Border Project, and both agencies would jointly implement the scheme, Rao said. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who visited Tripura in June this year, had earlier announced that the Modi government would establish an impregnable border grid by launching the Smart Border Project, equipped with drones, radars, modern cameras and other advanced technologies. The Home Minister had directed the BSF in Tripura, Assam and West Bengal to work in coordination with district administrations, police stations, panchayats and patwaris to prevent infiltration and strengthen border security. Tripura shares an 856-km-long international border with Bangladesh and is surrounded on three sides by the neighbouring country, making the Northeastern state particularly vulnerable and sensitive to issues related to cross-border migration, infiltration, smuggling and other crimes. DGP Rao said that during the festive season, Tripura Police would launch a special drive against drug-related activities in Agartala and other urban areas of the state. He said around 11,000 personnel of Tripura Police and the Tripura State Rifles (TSR) would be deployed across the state to maintain law and order during the festive season. Hundreds of plainclothes security personnel would also be deployed on running trains and at crowded and important places to maintain a close watch on anti-social activities and crimes, the senior IPS officer said. He further said that watchtowers, 218 CCTV cameras, and police and traffic assistance booths would be set up in Agartala and other district towns to maintain round-the-clock surveillance and ensure the safety of the public during the festival. A green corridor would be opened to facilitate the movement of ambulances and other emergency vehicles during the Puja days, the DGP said, adding that the movement of vehicles and two-wheelers would be restricted during peak hours when large numbers of people visit Durga Puja pandals. The traffic restrictions are intended to help manage the expected rush of devotees and visitors at major Puja venues and ensure smoother movement for emergency services during the festivities. More than 2,900 community Durga Pujas and over 100 family Pujas are likely to be organised across Tripura this year, including around 720 in West Tripura district, attracting large crowds and requiring extensive security and traffic management arrangements.
Amit Shah criticized Rahul Gandhi and the INDIA alliance for their lies and confusion following bypoll results. The BJP secured significant wins in West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry, showcasing its public support. Voters expressed their trust in the BJP during recent municipal elections in Rajasthan and Tripura. Shah stated that opposition parties question institutions after defeats, highlighting their lack of credibility.
BJP wins 10 Rajya Sabha seats unopposed across three states; SP gets 2, Congress draws a blank
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won 10 Rajya Sabha seats unopposed across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and West Bengal, while the Samajwadi Party (SP) secured two seats in Uttar Pradesh. The Congress failed to win a seat in the elections.
ECI rebuts Abhishek Banerjee's claims on Rejinagar bypoll statistics
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) The ECI on Friday rebutted claims made by Trinamool Congress general secretary, Abhishek Banerjee, that in a particular booth for the Rejinagar Assembly bypoll, the winning BJP candidate, Sakharav Sarkar, received more votes than the total number of registered voters at that booth. Earlier in the day, Abhishek Banerjee, nephew of former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, claimed that at Booth No. 109 in Rejinagar, the BJP candidate secured 909 votes. However, the total number of registered voters at the booth was 772. Even North Korea would struggle to explain this electoral arithmetic! Mr Gyanesh Kumar, how does a booth produce more votes for one party than its entire electorate? Abhishek Banerjee said in a social media post. Hours later, Murshidabad's District Election Officer (DEO) and District Magistrate (DM) issued a counter social media post, rejecting the claim. As per the electoral roll for Polling Station No. 109 in the 70-Rejinagar Assembly Constituency by-election, the total number of registered electors is 1,109, of which 972 votes were polled across all candidates, the DEO and DM stated. On Friday, the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), West Bengal, also rebutted claims made by a social media user identified as DeKoder regarding the impact of voter deletions during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) on the results of the West Bengal Assembly elections earlier this year. Sharing a video featuring a veteran journalist and former editor, the social media user raised questions about certain categories of voters allegedly being targeted during the SIR exercise and its consequences. Does the analysis of Bengal elections suggest any lessons for the forthcoming state elections? the user asked. In response, the CEO's office said the SIR exercise, conducted under Article 324 of the Constitution and Section 21 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, with due process and safeguards, was aimed at protecting the integrity of the electoral rolls and not at deleting genuine voters. The claims made in the video are misleading and speculative. No voter can be deleted without due process. Issuance of notice, an opportunity for hearing, and a speaking order by the ERO are part of the safeguards. Appeals are available at two levels, the CEO's office said in its social media post. The CEO's office also said that electoral data from West Bengal did not support the political narrative being advanced on the issue. According to the office, in four of the five constituencies where voter deletions were the highest, Trinamool Congress candidates emerged victorious. These constituencies were Samserganj, Chowrangee, Metiaburuz and Kolkata Port. Only Jorasanko, among the five constituencies with the highest deletions, was won by a BJP candidate. The five constituencies with the fewest deletions, namely Mahishadal, Bhagabanpur, Indus, Katulpur and Patashpur, were all won by the BJP. There is no data based on the religious identity of electors available with the ECI. Hence, the analysis is based on unverified assumptions, the CEO's office stated. The office also rejected claims in the video that women voters accounted for 62 per cent of exclusions in West Bengal. As per the total data on deletion of invalid entries (excluding adjudication), around 50 per cent, or half, of the deletions relate to women. Therefore, the facts do not support the allegations. SIR is a lawful, transparent and ongoing exercise to ensure that every eligible elector is on the roll and that ineligible entries are removed. Electoral rolls must be based on facts, not speculation, the statement added.
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday hailed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s performance in the Lok Sabha and Assembly bye-elections, saying that the party is winning every election despite the lies and disinformation campaigns of the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and the INDIA bloc. In Nagaon Parliamentary constituency bye-election in Assam, Devasish Sharma of the BJP beat Mohammed Badruddin Ajmal of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF). In Nandigram Assembly constituency bye-election in West Bengal, Hasi Rani Rath of the BJP beat the nearest Congress rival Milan Pradhan. In Rejinagar bye-election in West Bengal, Shankharavh Sarkar of the BJP beat Golam Nabi Azad of the Aam Janata Unnayan Party. Meanwhile, NDA ally, AINRC, won the Thattanchavady bypoll in Puducherry. In a post on social media platform X, Union Minister Amit Shah said: The BJP, under the leadership of PM @narendramodi Ji, continues to win elections one after another despite the lies and disinformation campaigns run by Rahul Gandhi and the INDI Alliance. The NDA's victories in the bye-elections in West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry, and the recently held local body polls in Rajasthan and Tripura, demonstrate that the people have completely rejected the INDI Alliance. Having lost their public support, these (Opposition) parties question institutions after every defeat, but the people have recognised their true character. This is why the people have once again delivered a thumping mandate, reaffirming their unwavering faith in the BJP, Union Minister Shah added. The Union Home Minister congratulated the West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma, Tripura CM Manik Saha and Puducherry CM N. Rangasamy, along with all the state presidents and dedicated BJP workers. Terming the victories as spectacular, BJP President Nitin Nabin said that it has once again proven that the people of the country stand firmly with the politics of development and good governance under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Those who were trying to mislead the countrymen have once again been given a resounding response by the people through their votes, Nabin said on X while hitting out at the Opposition. Madhya Pradesh Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya said on X: Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to all the victorious candidates on the victory of BJP-NDA in the Assembly bye-elections of West Bengal and Puducherry, and the Lok Sabha bye-election in Assam. This support from the people reflects the trust in the progress of the country, good governance, and public service under the leadership of the honorable Prime Minister @narendramodi ji, he said, adding that this public support will further strengthen the resolve for a developed India. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath congratulated the eight BJP Rajya Sabha candidates of the state for winning unopposed. I have full confidence that you all will make a significant contribution in realising the resolve of our esteemed Prime Minister @narendramodi ji for 'Developed India' and in giving new momentum to the nation's progress. At the same time, you will enhance the dignity of the Upper House, he said in a post on X. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta echoed, saying: The unanimous election of BJP's eight Rajya Sabha candidates in Uttar Pradesh, the NDA's victory in the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency in Assam, Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies in West Bengal, and the Thattanchavadi Assembly constituency in Puducherry are proof of the people's unwavering trust. In a post on X, CM Gupta referred to the victory as a esounding response to those anti-national forces who prioritise appeasement, dividing society, and pursuing political self-interest over the welfare of the people.
Rahul Gandhi, Mamata Banerjee Lead INDIA Bloc Leaders to Rashtrapati Bhavan Over
Several INDIA bloc leaders, including Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, are heading to Rashtrapati Bhavan to meet President Droupadi Murmu and submit a memorandum raising concerns over the functioning of the
SC seeks response of States, UTs on plea alleging prolonged vacancies in power regulatory bodies
New Delhi, Oct 9: The Supreme Court on Friday sought a response from 15 states and the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh on a PIL filed by NGO Energy Watchdog seeking directions to ensure that their state electricity regulatory commissions are properly constituted under the law. The bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana issued notice on the PIL filed by the NGO through lawyer Pranav Sachdeva. The petitioner has sought the apex court's directions directing the states and UTs to take all steps to comply with the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, and with the directions of the apex court in a verdict of April 2018 regarding composition of State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs). The plea said there were several statutory infractions, such as prolonged vacancies in the offices of chairperson and members and the complete absence of a person of law on the Commission, across 230 SERCs in the 15 states and the UTs. In the 2018 ruling, the Supreme Court held that SERCs have the rappings of the court and must have a suitably qualified person of law as a member, the plea said. It said the commissions across several states, including West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram and Nagaland, continue to lack a person of law despite this ruling. The plea said in Tamil Nadu, all three offices are vacant, while in Andhra Pradesh, the chairperson and member (technical) posts are vacant, and the Commission functions with a sole member (finance). It said that in West Bengal, only the chairperson's office has been created, and the incumbent does not have the required legal background. The plea said the failure strikes at consumers' access to justice under Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution and, without the mandated person of law, consumers cannot get lawful adjudication of complaints under the Electricity Act. Consumers' access to that remedy cannot be made dependent upon indefinite executive inaction, the plea said. It sought directions to the states of West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Kerala, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Manipur, Nagaland, Mizoram and Sikkim, and to the UTs of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, directing the authorities concerned to file a reply disclosing the steps taken to ensure that their SERCs had been constituted in compliance with the Electricity Act provisions.
BJP President Nitin Nabin chalks poll strategy with national general secretaries
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Stepping up preparations for the upcoming Assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin on Friday held discussions with National General Secretaries to firm up future strategy. In a message on social media platform X, Nabin said, Today, at the BJP headquarters, I held a meeting with the National General Secretaries and had a detailed discussion on various organisational matters and upcoming action plans. The meeting came on a day when the BJP celebrated its victory in bye-elections on Lok Sabha seat in Nagaon (Assam) and Assembly seats in Nandigram as well as Rejinagar (West Bengal). Earlier on Thursday, the BJP President attacked the Congress and INDIA bloc allies over Election Commission (EC) protests in the national capital, saying that their demonstration remains 'timed' with the elections and with an intent to earn electoral dividend from it. He asserted that the BJP and its workers remain in mission mode, 24x7 and every single day comes with new set of responsibilities while describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's conviction and commitment towards public welfare as the key inspiration behind it. Taking a direct jibe at the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and the Opposition INDIA bloc, Nabin said that they possess an anarchist mindset and only know how to inject poison into society while criticising their protest against the Election Commission, based on 'unfounded and baseless' allegations of vote theft. Questioning the rationale behind Opposition's protests, the BJP Chief added that this is the same Election Commission which conducted the elections in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, where they are in power. If their allegations were true, it was this very Election Commission that conducted the elections in Kerala. In Tamil Nadu, where they (Opposition INDIA bloc) came into power through the backdoor, the elections were also conducted by this very Election Commission, Nabin said. He said that the nation was watching the game they (Opposition) were playing and demanded that Rahul Gandhi resigns, if he has the courage.
PM Modi Hails BJP-NDA Mandate, Congratulates AINRC on Puducherry Victory
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today condoled defeat to the Congress in the by-elections in Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency in Assam and in West Bengal while lauding the BJP's strong showing in the by-polls in West Bengal. Modi tweeted that the victory
Bye-elections: PM Modi hails party workers, voters' support for BJP victory
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed the hard work of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers, NDA allies and the continuous support of electorate for ensuring the party's impressive performance in the Lok Sabha and Assembly bye-elections. In a message on social media platform X, PM Modi said, Gratitude to the people for their continuous blessings! The Lok Sabha result of Nagaon (Assam) and Assembly results of Nandigram as well as Rejinagar (West Bengal) show yet again that the people have a deep-rooted connect with the good governance agenda of BJP-NDA. I congratulate the victorious BJP candidates and also applaud the hard work of our Party Karyakartas, the Prime Minister added on X. I also congratulate our valued NDA ally, the AINRC, for their win in Thattanchavady in Puducherry, Prime Minister Modi said. This mandate will give us added strength as we work tirelessly for the welfare of the people and to fulfil their aspirations for a brighter and more prosperous future, he added on X. In Nagaon Parliamentary constituency bye-election, Devasish Sharma of the BJP beat Mohammed Badruddin Ajmal of the All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF). In Nandigram bye-election in West Bengal, Hasi Rani Rath of the BJP beat the nearest Congress rival Milan Pradhan. In Rejinagar bye-election in West Bengal, Shankharavh Sarkar of the BJP beat Golam Nabi Azad of the Aam Janata Unnayan Party. Earlier on Friday, PM Modi met members of India's contingent that delivered an impressive performance at the WorldSkills Competition Shanghai 2026 and congratulated the young participants for showcasing their talent and skills on the global stage. The interaction took place at the Prime Minister's residence at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg, where PM Modi lauded the competitors for their achievements and encouraged them to continue excelling in their respective fields. Sharing details of the meeting on social media, Prime Minister Modi praised the participants for their outstanding performance at the international skills competition and said it was a pleasure to interact with and motivate the young achievers. The Prime Minister underlined the objective behind establishing a separate Ministry for Skill Development and said that the importance of skill training institutions is no less than that of IITs and IIMs. He encouraged the participants to share their experiences and suggestions with the government to help improve India's skill training system. India recorded its best-ever performance at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, held from September 22 to 27 at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC) in Shanghai. The country secured six silver medals and 20 medallions for excellence, finishing 10th in the overall rankings.
Mahajan, Banerjee Lead Charge In National Ranking TT U-15
Maharashtra's Raghav Mahajan and West Bengal's Souswarya Banerjee advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the U-15 boys' singles at the second National Ranking Table Tennis Championships in Panchkula on Friday. Several other young talents also secured victories in both boys' and girls' U-15 categories, often after hard-fought five-game matches.
'Mobocracy got a reply from democracy', says BJP amid party's resounding victory in bypolls
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The overwhelming positive results for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the recently held bye-elections in Assam, West Bengal and Puducherry shows that 'mobocracy' has got a fitting reply from India's robust democracy, BJP National spokesperson Smriti Irani said on Friday. Addressing the media, after party's landslide victory in West Bengal's Nandigram, Smriti Irani took a jibe at Congress party's 'street politics' and denounced its call to 'hurt' the Indian state, on pretext of fighting off the 'tyrannical' BJP. On January 15, 2025, the former Congress President (Rahul Gandhi) had said with open heart that he was fighting battle not against the BJP but against the Indian State, signalling that the constitutional and democratic institutions will come under attack from them, the BJP leader said. She added that never in the history of India, has any elected leader chosen or dared to inflict harm upon the country's constitutional fabric. Welcoming the resounding mandate across multiple states, Smriti Irani said, Today, democracy has given a reply to mobocracy. In Uttar Pradesh, the election of BJP candidates to the Rajya Sabha is a matter of great joy for us. In Puducherry, we heartily welcome the victory of NDA candidate. From West Bengal, we are receiving overwhelming joyous news in Nandigram and Rejinagar, Smriti Irani said. Nandigram was the bastion of Left-wing ideology, violence against the public. Today, the mandate for BJP shows victory for good governance. In Rejinagar, where nearly 71 per cent of voters belong to the minority community, the BJP is moving towards victory, she added. The BJP spokesperson also called out Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's recent appeal for Smashing the Patriarchy, highlighting how the hollow claims got exposed very soon. Citing the example of Congress MP, also noted professor of a reputed university in the national capital, Smriti Irani said that the women students had lodged complaint against him accusing him of sexually harassing them in return for marks. Former Congress President who brags about smashing the patriarchy never acted against him, leave aside taking cognisance of the offence, she added. The same professor has now been found guilty of harassing female students in the university's inquiry report. I ask the Congress leadership why it didn't initiate any political action against the indicted professor, Smriti Irani asked. Without taking name, she also targeted Rahul Gandhi's alleged misbehaviour with woman policeman during the recent Jantar Mantar protest and demanded that he walks the talk on what he preaches.
'Gratitude to people for their continuous blessings': PM Modi tanks voters for BJP's win in bypolls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday thanked voters for BJPs massive win in Lok Sabha and Assembly bypolls and the Lok Sabha result of Nagaon (Assam) and Assembly results of Nandigram as well as Rejinagar (West Bengal) show yet again that the people have a deep-rooted connect with the good governance agenda of BJP-NDA.
BJP Secures Historic Victory in Rejinagar By-Election with Over 75,000 Votes
BJP candidate Shankharavah Sarkar wins Rejinagar by-election, marking a significant political shift in West Bengal. BJP Secures Historic Victory in Rejinagar By-Election with Over 75,000 Votes
As bypoll results largely favour ruling parties, BJP pulls a surprise in Bengals Rejinagar
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Ruling parties in three states and one Union Territory that went for by-elections are poised comfortably to win as counting comes close to an end on Friday for five Assembly and one Lok Sabha constituencies. Elections were held on Tuesday for the lone Parliamentary constituency of Nagaon in Assam, while voting took place the same day for the Assembly seats in West Bengals Nandigram and Rejinagar; Madurantakam and Dharapuram of Tamil Nadu; and Thattanchavady in the Union Territory of Puducherry. The Nagaon Lok Sabha seat was vacant after Congress leader Pradyut Bordoloi who won in 2019 and 2024 joined the BJP and subsequently won from Dispur in this years Assembly elections. The states ruling BJP was leading at the time of writing, with its candidate Devasish Sharma ahead with a convincing margin of 1.6 lakh votes over his closest rival. In Puducherry, the ruling All India N. R. Congress (AINRC) retained the Thattanchavady seat, with Ashok Anand winning here with a margin of 8,482 votes over nearest rival E. Vinayagam of the Congress. Chief Minister Natesan Rangaswamy vacated this seat to retain Mangalam, which he had won simultaneously in the Assembly elections held earlier this year. As a Congress candidate, he lost from Thattanchavady in 1990, but registered a victory in the election held the next year. In 2006, he won here with a record 90 per cent of the total votes polled. Since winning in 1991 as a Congress candidate, Rangaswamy retained Thattanchavady till he chose to contest elsewhere beginning in 2011 after breaking out of the Congress and founding the AINRC. He returned, winning again in the 2021 and 2026 general elections. In Tamil Nadu, while Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijays Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) was ahead by almost 67,000 votes in Dharapuram at the end of all 23 rounds of counting, it was ahead by close to 58,000 mandates in Madurantakam after 17 of 21 rounds. In the Assembly elections held earlier this year, TVK emerged as the largest single party, forming the government with allies. In West Bengal, BJPs Hasi Rani Rath was declared winner by a massive margin of over 1.2 lakh votes, while in Rejinagar the ruling party pulled a surprise with its candidate Shankharavh Sarkar close to victory with a lead of over 75,800 mandates. Muslims in Rejinagar comprise well over 70 per cent, where the controversial Babri Masjid-replica builder and founder of Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP), Humayun Kabir, stepped down to retain Nowda. He had won from Rejinagar earlier, bagging 51.62 per cent of the total votes polled, but his son Golam Nabi Azad failed to retain it for the AJUP in the subsequent by-election. Since delimitation and polling held in 2011, the seat has been decided on the basis of demographic divide. But Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had predicted the change before the by-election, promising to work for the development of the region. In the 2011 election, Humayun Kabir, then a Congress candidate, defeated his nearest rival Serajul Islam Mondal of the Revolutionary Socialist Party (RSP), a Left-Front ally. The seat was retained by the Congress in the 2013 by-election after Kabir switched over to the Trinamool Congress, with Rabiul Alam Chowdhury beating the RSP again. In 2016, Chowdhury again triumphed, this time against Kabir, who contested as an independent. In the subsequent 2021 polls, the BJP rose to the second position in a significant surge, but lost to Chowdhury, then a Trinamool candidate, by a massive margin of over 68,000 votes. Shankharavh Sarkars comfortable position in Rejinagar at the time of writing suggests that the larger part of the Muslim community has accepted the BJP government as a possible benefactor in the coming days, as observers suggest. Moreover, the trend of being rendered directionless and mass erosion in parties after losing power has also had its impact, say analysts. Even the once formidable Trinamool Congress has fragmented after its defeat in the Assembly poll this year and has fared poorly in the by-elections too. In Rejinagar, the Mamata All India Trinamool Congress managed less than 4,000 votes, while the Democratic Trinamool Congress collected a little over 2,000. In Nandigram, that was once among the principal reasons behind Mamata Banerjees 15-year tryst with power, her candidate withdrew from the race while the rival faction got a meagre 853 mandates.
Smriti Irani Targets Congress After BJP Wins Nandigram and Rejinagar Bypolls
BJP leader Smriti Irani on Friday praised the party's by-elections results, stating the outcome was a vote of confidence in democracy to counter the mobocracy of the Opposition. Congratulating her party candidates for West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry, Irani was quick
BJP Wins Nandigram and Rejinagar Bypolls in West Bengal
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won both the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly bypolls in West Bengal with substantial margins. In Nandigram, BJP candidate Hasirani Rath secured 1,64,427 votes (75.94%), defeating Congress candidate Milan Pradhan by a margin of 1,22,753 votes. Pradhan, who received TMC support after candidate Sanchita Pradhan Dey withdrew, garnered 41,674 votes (19.25%). [] The post BJP Wins Nandigram and Rejinagar Bypolls in West Bengal appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
West Bengal bypolls: BJP sweeps Nandigram, breaks through in Rejinagar
Bengal: BJP candidate wins Rejinagar bypoll by victory margin of 75,816 votes
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) Sakharav Sarkar, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate for the bypoll for Rejinagar Assembly constituency in Murshidabad district of West Bengal, had been declared elected by a massive margin of 75,816 votes on Friday. While Sarkar secured 1,29,914 votes, Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP)'s Golam Nabi Azad came in the second position securing 54,098 votes. Congress' Abdullahil Kafi was in the third position securing 6,168 votes, followed by Mamata All India Trinamool Congress' Rabiul Alam Chowdhury in the fourth position securing 3,847 votes. CPI-M's Md. Sayeed finished in the fifth position securing just 3,797 votes, while Democratic Trinamool Congress' Safiuzzaman Sheikh came in the sixth position securing 2,044 votes. While the victory of the BJP candidate was to an extent expected from Rejinagar, political observers feel that what is spectacular in the results is the large victory margin, considering that more than 65 per cent of the voters in Rejinagar are in the minority community. However, the Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had his own explanations behind the huge victory margin of the BJP from Rejinagar. According to the Chief Minister, the larger number of women voters from the minority community in Rejinagar, who were immensely benefited from the Annapurna Yojana scheme this time had voted in favour of the BJP along with their family members. The Rejinagar bypoll results proved that the minority voters in West Bengal, especially the Bengali-speaking Muslims will no longer be misled by malicious Opposition campaigns accusing BJP of being a communal force. In the Assembly elections earlier this year, AJUP's Humayun Kabir got elected from Nandigram by a huge margin of 58,876 votes securing 51.62 per cent of the total votes polled then. Statistically, the BJP in the Rejinagar bypolls had witnessed more than 100 per cent positive swing in its favour. Earlier this year, Kabir got elected simultaneously from Naoda Assembly constituency, also in Murshidabad district. Later, he decided to retain Naoda, thus necessitating bypolls at Rejinagar. With the victory from Rejinagar, BJP's tally in the 294-seat West Bengal Assembly had now increased to 209.
Rejinagar Bypoll Result 2026: Ritabrata's TMC gets 1%, Mamata's TMC 2%, Congress 3% as BJP surges
The Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) Shankharavh Sarkar won the Rejinagar Assembly bypoll in West Bengal by a margin of 75,816 votes, securing more than 63 per cent of the votes in the Muslim-majority constituency. The result saw the rival Trinamool Congress factions and the Congress trail far behind, with each securing only a small share of the vote.
BJPs Pawan Singh celebrates by-election wins in West Bengal, dismissing oppositions claims of vote theft as desperation. BJPs Victory in Nandigram and Rejingar By-elections Sparks Controversy Over Allegations of Vote Theft
The Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) Shankharavh Sarkar on Friday (October 9) won the Rejinagar Assembly bypoll in West Bengal, defeating Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) candidate Golam Nabi Azad alias Robin by 75,816 votes. Sarkar...
ED raids 10 places in Odisha, Bengal over Odisha Police SI exam paper leak
Digital Desk | Bhubaneswar, Oct 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Bhubaneswar Zone, on Friday launched a search operation at ten places located in Odisha and West Bengal in connection with the leak of the question paper for the Sub-Inspector Recruitment Exam-2024 in Odisha. Sources revealed that searches were being carried out at premises linked to the alleged prime accused Shankar Prusty and his associates involved in the multi-crore SI recruitment scam. The case emanates from an FIR filed by Orissa Police in October 2025 when Orissa Police, on 30.09.2025, intercepted three buses carrying 114 candidates near the bordering area of Ichhapuram (Border town of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha) for leaking the question paper of SI Recruitment Exam scheduled to be conducted on 5th and 6th October 2025, in lieu of cash ranging between Rs.15 to Rs.30 Lakh per candidate, informed ED sources. On the recommendation of Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, the case, which was being investigated by the Odisha Police Crime Branch, was subsequently transferred to the CBI. ED sources also added that the question paper was allegedly leaked by the persons associated with the entities to whom the work of conducting the exam was assigned. Candidates were approached by the associates, and they were lured for providing the question paper in lieu of money and their original certificates were taken as a guarantee. During the searches, the role of agencies and associate persons are being examined. M/s Silicon Techlab Private Limited and M/s Panchsoft Technology Private Limited and their directors, along with other persons are being covered during the searches, noted ED sources. It is worth noting that the alleged mastermind behind the multi-crore Odisha Police SI recruitment examination scam, Shankar Prusty, was arrested by the Crime Branch team from Uttarakhand in November 2025. Shankar Prusty, a director of Panchsoft Technologies, was nabbed by the sleuths from near the Nepal border in Uttarakhand on Saturday while he was trying to flee the country.
How Anmol Biscuits Transformed From A Small Kolkata Factory To A Rs 2,000 Crore Business
Anmol Biscuits started selling Rs 5 biscuit packets in the villages of West Bengal. Now, it has a revenue of over Rs 2,000 crore.
IMD forecasts rain in several states, warm weather in Delhi
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West Bengal bypolls: BJP retains Nandigram with record margin, wins Muslim-dominated Rejinagar
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari says Muslim voters from both Nandigram and Rejinagar have extended support to the BJP candidates; the number of seats of the BJP in the 294-member Legislative Assembly have increased to 209
How could he (Bhattacharya) write on social media that Hindutva activists were behind the attack? He has insulted the entire Hindu community, Suvendu Adhikari said
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said on Friday that the landslide margins with which the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates are heading for victories in the bypolls in Nandigram and Rejinagar have proved that the people from the minority community in the state will no longer be misled by the malicious opposition campaign accusing the BJP of being a communal force. Although the final results for Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly seats are yet to be declared, the lead margins of the BJP candidates from both constituencies clearly indicate their landslide victories that could increase the partys tally in the 294-seat Assembly to 209. Since the beginning, the opposition parties started a malicious campaign against us that will either send the minority voters to Bangladesh or will not allow them to practice their own religion. Now, in both seats -- Nandigram and Rejinagar -- this is the first time the BJP candidates have secured a majority of the votes in a number of polling booths overwhelmingly dominated by minority voters. This has proved that the majority of the minority voters have responded positively to our call for development for all. The minority voters in West Bengal, especially the Bengali-speaking Muslims, will no longer be misled by the malicious campaigns by the opposition against us, CM Adhikari said while addressing the media persons at the state secretariat of Nabanna. The Chief Minister also said that after witnessing the new state government's performance in its first five months, minority voters have realised that they have been misled by the opposition. Precisely that is why they voted for the BJP without any hesitation in the bypolls both in Nandigram and Rejinagar, said the Chief Minister. According to him, the minority women, who have benefited from the Annapurna Yojana, have specially voted for the BJP in the bypolls along with their family members. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister also took a jibe at Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP) founder-cum-legislator, Humayun Kabir. What he said against us on social media has been opposed mainly by the people from his own community. They now want to be with the government. As promised earlier, I once again assure the people of Rejinagar that overall development, like the new college, new bridge, upgrading of the hospital there and promotion of industries gradually will be done, the Chief Minister said.
Gujarat Health Minister visits Gandhinagar Civil Hospital, reviews treatment
Minister of State for Health Praful Pansheriya visited Gandhinagar Civil Hospital to review the health of personnel undergoing dengue treatment. He inquired about their well-being and boosted their morale. He also met with doctors and the hospital Superintendent to review their treatment and provide guidance to ensure the best possible medical care. Minister of State for Health Praful Pansheriya stated that around 87 personnel from the BSF, CRPF and ITBP, who had arrived from Odisha, Jharkhand, Delhi, West Bengal and Chhattisgarh for the parade, were shifted to Gandhinagar Civil Hospital after reporting fever and other health problems. The personnel have shown significant improvement with intensive treatment and proper medical care. Of the 87 personnel admitted over the past 10 days, 50 have recovered and been discharged, while the remaining 37 are still receiving treatment at Civil Hospital. The Minister added that the condition of all 37 personnel is stable and improving, and none is...
Bengal bypolls counting: BJP candidates heading for massive victory in Nandigram, Rejinagar
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) From the trends of the results for the bypolls for Nandigram Assembly Constituency in East Midnapore district and the Rejinagar Assembly in Murshidabad district of West Bengal, it is clear now that the BJP candidates are heading for victories, with massive margins from both the constituencies. At the end of the 12th round of counting at Nandigram, the BJP candidate Hasirani Rath is ahead of the Congress Milan Pradhan by a massive margin of 97,402 votes. Raths margin had already surpassed the previous winning margin record from this constituency in 2016. The current West Bengal Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari, got elected from Nandigram in 2016, but as a Trinamool Congress candidate, by a margin of 81,230 votes. At the end of the 12th round, the CPIs Santi Gopal Giri is in the third position at Nandigram. While All India Secular Front (AISF)s Ali Md Sabe Miraj Khan is in the fourth position. Former West Bengal Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee-led Mamata All India Trinamool Congress is not in the race for Nandigram bypolls, as its candidate Sanchita Pradhan Dey withdrew her nominations at the last moment. Hasirani Rath is the mother of Chandranath Rath, the former personal assistant of Suvendu Adhikari, who was assassinated at Madhyamgram in North 24 Parganas district on May 6. On the other hand, at Rejinagar, the BJP candidate Sakharav Sarkar is ahead of Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP)s Golam Nabi Azad by 70,250 votes. The Congress candidate Mohammad Abdullahil Kafi is in the third position at Rejinagar. Elated over the trend of results, CM Adhikari said, The nationalist force is heading for victories with landslide margins in both the constituencies. In the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly elections earlier this year, Suvendu Adhikari was elected from both Nandigram and Bhabanipur Assembly constituencies in South Kolkata. At Bhabanipur, Suvendu Adhikari defeated his predecessor Mamata Banerjee by a margin of more than 15,000 votes. Adhikari retained the Bhabanipur constituency, thus necessitating a bypoll for Nandigram. On the other hand, former Trinamool Congress legislator Humayun Kabir contested and was elected as an AJUP candidate from Naoda and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies, both in Murshidabad district. Later, Humayun Kabir decided to retain Naoda, thus necessitating a bypoll for the Rejinagar seat.
Bengal: BJP makes inroads in Muslim-majority Rejinagar
Kolkata: The BJP on Friday, October 9, dominated the West Bengal assembly by-elections, held around four months after the party stormed to power in the state, achieving an unassailable lead of 1,05,869 votes in Nandigram and making surprise inroads in Muslim-majority Rejinagar, as counting trends laid bare the vulnerabilities of a fragmented opposition. According 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 .
ED raids 10 Odisha and West Bengal premises in SI exam leak probe
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SC fixes Oct 16 pleas of West Bengal deleted voters for early disposal of appeals
The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing on October 16 regarding deleted voters in West Bengal. These voters are seeking to participate in the upcoming civic polls. The court is aware of the challenges faced by the SIR tribunals and aims to resolve them effectively. Lawyers representing petitioners emphasized the need for a swift resolution of pending appeals.
ED Conducts Raids in Odisha and West Bengal Over SI Recruitment Paper Leak
The Enforcement Directorate is probing a paper leak in Odishas SI recruitment exams, conducting raids across multiple locations in Odisha and West Bengal. ED Conducts Raids in Odisha and West Bengal Over SI Recruitment Paper Leak
One arrested over attack on former CPI(M) MP's residence, counter complaints filed
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) West Bengal Police on Friday arrested a 29-year-old person in connection with the attack at the residence of senior advocate and former CPI(M) Rajya Sabha member Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharya at Purbalok near Jadavpur in South Kolkata early Thursday morning, officials said. The person arrested has been identified as Bappa Guchait. He has been taken into custody from his residence in Garia, on the southern outskirts of Kolkata. He has been slapped with various charges including wilful destruction of property, disturbing peace in an area, insulting and intimidating others, destruction of evidence of crime, and forgery. The police will produce the arrested person in court on Friday, and the public prosecutor will seek police custody. The police informed the Calcutta High Court on Friday that one person has been arrested in connection with the attack on Bikash's house, said a state police officer. On Thursday, Calcutta High Court Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge expressed concern over the series of attacks on advocates at different courts in the state and also directed the state government to submit a report on actions taken. The police learnt to have arrested Guchait based on the evidence collected from CCTV cameras installed near Bhattacharyas residence. He is being interrogated to ascertain whether other persons were also involved in the attack on the former CPI(M) Rajya Sabha member. A photograph of the arrested person has surfaced on social media in which he is seen wearing a scarf around his neck with the Trinamool Congresss original electoral symbol printed on it. However, police have so far not released his photo to the media, nor have they authenticated the photo. It is believed he might have been associated with the Trinamool Congress at some point in time. However, it is not clear whether he changed his political affiliation after the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly polls. Meanwhile, a pro-Hindutva Group has filed two counter complaints at Topsia and Garfa Police Stations, both under the Kolkata Police, where the former CPI(M) Rajya Sabha member had been accused of making derogatory remarks targeting a particular religion.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has launched a strong critique of the Election Commission of India. Allegations include voter list manipulation and mass deletions targeting specific communities. Protests demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's resignation continue, representing various political outfits and citizens. Congress leaders have highlighted issues in West Bengal's electoral rolls and procedural deficiencies within the Election Commission.
Bypolls: TVK, AIDMK lead in TN; BJP ahead in Bengal, Assam
Discover the latest by-election results and emerging leads from key assembly and Lok Sabha seats across Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Puducherry, and Assam, as vote counting progresses after the October 6 polling.
West Bengal bypolls: BJP leads by over 19,000 votes in Nandigram
The BJP widened its lead in the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly bypolls after two rounds of counting on Friday. Hasirani Rath was ahead by over 19,200 votes in Nandigram, while Sakharav Sarkar led by more than 21,000 votes in Rejinagar
Supreme Court to Hear West Bengal Voter Appeals on October 16
The Supreme Court will address appeals from West Bengal voters removed from the electoral roll on October 16, ahead of municipal elections. Supreme Court to Hear West Bengal Voter Appeals on October 16
West Bengal SIR: Supreme Court mulls having tribunals first hear deleted voters seeking re-inclusion
The Court suggested lakhs of voters seeking inclusion in the West Bengal electoral roll should be heard first, while appeals for exclusion are taken up last
West Bengal Speaker Delays Decision on Disqualification of 10 Rebel MLAs
The West Bengal Speaker has requested a new application regarding the disqualification of ten rebel MLAs due to procedural errors. West Bengal Speaker Delays Decision on Disqualification of 10 Rebel MLAs
Opposition alleges rigging as West Bengal bypoll counting begins
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West Bengal Minister Criticizes Opposition Protests as Political Drama
West Bengals Dilip Ghosh defends the governments actions, calling opposition protests political theatrics amid public support for PM Modi. West Bengal Minister Criticizes Opposition Protests as Political Drama
Bengal Speaker seeks fresh application in 10 Trinamool MLAs' disqualification case
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) The West Bengal Assembly Speaker, Rathindra Bose, has sought a fresh application to correct some procedural errors in the previous petition due to which the decision on the disqualification of the ten rebel Trinamool Congress legislators has been kept pending. The ten MLA group includes the leader of the rebel faction and expelled party legislator, Ritabrata Banerjee, who is currently the official Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Assembly. The decision was made by the Speaker after he conducted a crucial hearing on the matter on Thursday, the information on which surfaced on Friday morning. However, sources aware of the development said the Speaker had made it clear that his seeking a fresh application in the matter has nothing to do with the main issue, which is the disqualification of the 10 rebel legislators. It is learnt that during the examination of the main application by veteran Trinamool Congress legislator, Sovandeb Chattopadhyay, a leading face in the former Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee-led faction in Trinamool Congress, it was revealed that while the application was proper as per procedural norms, the documents attached to it were not examined and signed as per the procedural norms. As per the West Bengal Legislative Assembly (Disqualification on Grounds of Defection) Rules, it is mandatory that the documents attached to the petition be signed on every page and examined in the same manner as the original application. The Speaker observed that procedures were not met as per norms. Each page of the attached documents should be duly examined and signed, which was not followed in this case. Hence, the Speaker sought a fresh application in the matter correcting the procedural errors, a source aware of the developments at Thursdays hearing said. However, he added, the most important part of the order was that the Speaker had not taken any decision on the merits of the allegations of defection against the 10 rebel legislators. This means that the Speaker had not expressed any opinion on whether the allegations of defection against these rebel MLAs are true or false. Sovandeb Chattopadhyay has been given the freedom to file a fresh application in accordance with the law and to fill all the necessary forms, the source added.
BJP Leads in Early Trends of Bengal By-elections in Nandigram and Rejinagar
BJP candidates show strong leads in Nandigram and Rejinagar by-elections in West Bengal, with counting ongoing. BJP Leads in Early Trends of Bengal By-elections in Nandigram and Rejinagar
West Bengal bypolls: BJP leads in Nandigram and Rejinagar
BJP was leading in the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly bypolls in early counting trends on Friday. Hasirani Rath was ahead in Nandigram, while Sakharav Sarkar led in Rejinagar as postal ballots were counted following polling on October 6
Bengal bypoll results: BJP ahead in Nandigram, Rejinagar as counting underway
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 9 (IANS) Counting of votes began for the bypolls to the Nandigram Assembly Constituency in East Midnapore district and Rejinagar in Murshidabad district of West Bengal on Friday, with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates leading in both the seats. In Nandigram, BJP candidate Hasirani Rath was ahead of the Congress candidate, Milan Pradhan. Former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led Mamata All India Trinamool Congress is not in the contest at Nandigram. Rath is the mother of Chandranath Rath, the former personal assistant of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, who was assassinated at Madhyamgram in North 24 Parganas district on May 6. In Rejinagar, BJP candidate Sakharav Sarkar is ahead of the Congress candidate, Mohammad Abdullahil Kafi. As per the latest information available, Sarkar is ahead by around 6,000 votes. The trend in Rejinagar is quite spectacular, considering that this is a minority-dominated Assembly constituency with over 65 per cent of the voters being from the Muslim community. The polling was conducted on October 6. At the time the report was filed, counting was on for the postal ballots. After the postal ballots are counted, the counting of the EVM votes will begin. There will be 15 rounds of counting for each of the two Assembly constituencies. Counting started at 8 a.m., and the final trend is expected to be clear between noon and 1 p.m. In the recently concluded West Bengal Assembly elections earlier this year, current Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari was elected from both Nandigram and Bhabanipur Assembly constituencies in South Kolkata. At Bhabanipur, Suvendu Adhikari defeated his predecessor and former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee by a margin of more than 15,000 votes. Adhikari retained the Bhabanipur constituency, thus necessitating a bypoll for Nandigram. On the other hand, former Trinamool Congress legislator Humayun Kabir contested and was elected as an AJUP candidate from Naoda and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies, both in Murshidabad district. Later, Humayun Kabir decided to retain Naoda, thus necessitating a bypoll for the Rejinagar seat.
India, Mali commemorate World Cotton Day, discuss opportunities to boost value chains
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Leaders and experts, commemorating the World Cotton Day at the UN, discussed opportunities to strengthen cotton value chains, support smallholders and artisans, improve processing capacity and market access, encourage use of technology and advanced science in the sector and deepen international partnerships, according to an official statement on Friday. The Permanent Missions of India and Mali to the United Nations jointly organised the event at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, said the Ministry of Textiles. The event brought together Members of Parliament from India, representatives of Member States and international organisations to discuss cottons contribution to livelihoods, value addition and the Sustainable Development Goals. Ambassador Harish Parvathaneni, Permanent Representative of India to the UN, recalled Mahatma Gandhis association of cotton and the spinning wheel with self-reliance, dignity and Indias freedom struggle. Parvathaneni highlighted four priorities: supporting producers livelihoods; expanding value addition and access to markets; promoting sustainability; and strengthening technology and partnerships. He also emphasised the need for affordable inputs and finance, support for smaller enterprises, and South-South and triangular cooperation to help cotton-producing countries retain more value and advance the SDGs. Ambassador Issa Konfourou, Permanent Representative of Mali to the UN, highlighted cottons importance to Malis economy and rural livelihoods. He underscored the challenges posed by limited processing capacity, input costs, market access, and trade-distorting support. Outlining Malis efforts to expand domestic processing and create employment, he welcomed mutually beneficial partnerships, including South-South cooperation, and acknowledged India as a key partner. Asit Kumar Mal, Member of Parliament, drew on the experience of Kantha embroidery in Bolpur, West Bengal, to highlight how traditional craftsmanship adds value to cotton, supports womens livelihoods and promotes reuse and resource efficiency. He emphasised the importance of fair remuneration, affordable credit, design support, and market access for artisans. LK Sudhish, Member of Parliament, highlighted Tamil Nadus experience in cotton knitwear and garment manufacturing, including the contribution of smaller enterprises, shared infrastructure and skilled workers. He referred to the integrated textile park being developed under the PM MITRA initiative and wastewater recovery and reuse in textile processing, said the statement.
Kolkata Police Constable Final Answer Key 2026 Out - Download Final Key PDF
West Bengal Police Recruitment Board released the Kolkata Police Constable Final Answer Key 2026 on 8 October 2026 for the Preliminary Written Test held on 21 December 2025. Check how to download the PDF, whether objections are allowed, marking scheme, how to calculate marks and what comes next.
Delhi-NCR likely to witness light rain, strong winds; AQI remains moderate to poor
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The plains of North India, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana, may experience light rain, overcast skies, and strong winds over the next few days as weather conditions change amid the withdrawal of the southwest monsoon. Cyclonic activity associated with the retreating monsoon is expected to bring heavy rainfall over the next three days, particularly across Uttarakhand, Bihar and Jharkhand. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rain alerts for 14 states, warning of heavy showers in several regions. The effects of the retreating monsoon are likely to be felt across West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand over the next three to four days. Meanwhile, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal are expected to receive heavy rainfall between October 9 and 11. Delhi, Punjab and Haryana are likely to witness cloudy skies and light rain till October 14. Western and eastern Uttar Pradesh may receive rainfall from October 9 to 11. Light rain is expected in eastern Rajasthan on October 12, while Delhi-NCR may experience light showers accompanied by strong winds on October 10 and 11. Western Rajasthan is also likely to witness strong winds on October 11. According to the IMD, Uttarakhand is likely to receive heavy rainfall till October 14, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh may experience heavy showers on Friday and Saturday and again on October 13 and 14. In Uttarakhand, districts including Pithoragarh, Chamoli and Rudraprayag have been placed under a heavy rain alert. The department has advised pilgrims undertaking the Char Dham Yatra, particularly those visiting Kedarnath and Badrinath, to remain vigilant. In Himachal Pradesh, Chamba, Kullu, Manali and Shimla are likely to receive rainfall on October 13 and 14. Jammu and Kashmir may also witness significant weather changes, with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds forecast in areas including Doda, Pulwama, Anantnag, Poonch, Udhampur and Srinagar. Bihar and Jharkhand are likely to receive light to moderate rainfall in some areas till October 11. Patna, Ranchi and Dhanbad are among the places where thunderstorms and lightning are possible. The IMD has also warned of heavy rainfall in Bihar and the Gangetic plains of West Bengal. Rainfall is expected to continue in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura until October 14. Eastern Madhya Pradesh may receive rain till October 11, while Chhattisgarh is likely to witness showers on October 14. Rewa, Satna and Shahdol in eastern Madhya Pradesh may experience rainfall accompanied by winds reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate to poor categories, with monitoring stations recording varying levels of pollution. Dwarka Sector 8 recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 231, followed by R.K. Puram at 219, Punjabi Bagh at 211, Narela at 210, and Pusa and NSUT Jaffarpur at 203 each. Other stations, including Burari, Badarpur, Mandir Marg, Aya Nagar, CRRI Mathura Road, Chandni Chowk, JNU, Burari Crossing, Ashok Vihar, Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range, Jahangirpuri and Rohini, recorded AQI readings ranging from 115 to 198.
Bypoll Results for 5 Assembly, 1 Lok Sabha Seat to Be Announced Today
Bypolls were held in the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly constituencies in West Bengal, in Chengalpattu district and Dharapuram (SC) in Tiruppur district in Tamil Nadu.
By-elections Today: Results for Five Assembly Seats and One Lok Sabha Seat in Assam to Be Announced
Vote counting for by-elections in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Puducherry, and Assam begins today, with significant implications for local parties. By-elections Today: Results for Five Assembly Seats and One Lok Sabha Seat in Assam to Be Announced
Election Results: Vote counting for six constituencies across Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, and Puducherry commenced on October 9. Key contests in Tamil Nadu involve the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and traditional rivals DMK and AIADMK. West Bengal's results will provide insight into voter sentiment towards the BJP government led by Suvendu Adhikari. The Nagaon Lok Sabha seat's results will reveal the performance of BJP, Congress, and AIUDF.
Bengal bypoll counting begins in Nandigram, Rejinagar in first electoral test for BJP government
Vote counting began at 8 am for the Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly bypolls in West Bengal. The BJP aims to assess its performance after winning significant seats in the recent elections. Both constituencies recorded a high voter turnout with polling described as largely peaceful despite opposition allegations. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari previously won Nandigram, while the Rejinagar seat became vacant after a party chief vacated.
Bypoll results today for five Assembly seats, one Assam LS seat
New Delhi: Counting of votes for by-elections to Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, along with a Lok Sabha constituency in Assam, will take place on Friday, October 9, with the results expected to provide an electoral indicator for the parties involved. In Tamil Nadu, counting will be held for the Madurantakam 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 .
Counting of votes for bypolls to five assembly seats in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, along with one Lok Sabha seat in Assam, will take place from 8 am today. In Tamil Nadu, counting for...
The counting of votes to declare the results for byelection to the Rejinagar assembly constituency in West Bengal will take place on Friday. The byelection was called in Rejinagar after Aam Janata Unnayan Party (AJUP)...
Bypoll results to be declared today for five Assembly seats, one Assam LS constituency
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Counting of votes for by-elections to Assembly constituencies in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, along with a Lok Sabha constituency in Assam, will take place on Friday, with the results expected to provide an electoral indicator for the parties involved. In Tamil Nadu, counting will be held for the Madurantakam and Dharapuram Assembly constituencies, with the outcome set to provide an early electoral test for Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government. Postal ballots will be counted first when the process begins at 8 a.m., followed by votes recorded in electronic voting machines (EVMs). Both constituencies, reserved for Scheduled Castes, went to the polls on October 6 following an intensive campaign involving prominent leaders from the ruling party and the Opposition. The contests carry considerable political significance for TVK, which came to power after winning 108 seats in the Assembly election, short of the 118 required for a majority. In West Bengal, counting will take place for the Nandigram Assembly constituency in East Midnapore district and Rejinagar in Murshidabad district. Voting in both constituencies was conducted under unprecedented security arrangements. The Nandigram contest has drawn particular attention after Sanchita Pradhan Dey, the candidate of the Mamata Banerjee-led All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), withdrew her nomination at the last moment. Her withdrawal has led political observers to anticipate a possible victory for Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Hasi Rani Rath. Dey is the mother of late Chandranath Rath, personal assistant to Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, who was assassinated in Madhyamgram on May 6. Earlier on Tuesday, Adhikari said that Rath's victory margin in the Nandigram bypoll could surpass the margin he secured from the same constituency in 2016. Meanwhile, counting will also be held for the Thattanchavady Assembly constituency in Puducherry and the Nagaon Lok Sabha constituency in Assam. The results across these constituencies will determine the electoral fortunes of the candidates and parties contesting the bypolls.
By-Election Results 2026 LIVE: Counting to Begin at 8 AM Across 5 Assembly Seats
The results for bypolls held across five Assembly constituencies - two each in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, and one in Puducherry alongside one Lok Sabha seat in Assam will be declared on Friday. The counting of votes will begin at
P Chidambaram highlights 91-93% appeal success rate against voter deletions in West Bengal
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Bypoll results LIVE: Vote counting to start soon for five Assembly seats, one Lok Sabha constituency
The results from West Bengals Nandigram and Rejinagar Assembly bypolls will likely indicate the political mood in the State after the BJP replaced the TMC after 15 years in power
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Deleted West Bengal voters move SC against SIR
The applicants said uncertainty over their appeals against exclusion continues even as the Kolkata Municipal Corporation and Howrah Municipal Corporation elections near
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The Calcutta High Court has requested a report from the West Bengal government regarding recent attacks on lawyers across the state. Calcutta High Court Demands Report on Attacks Against Lawyers in West Bengal
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West Bengal BDO Challenges High Court Ruling in Supreme Court Amid Murder Charges
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Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 8 (IANS) The Calcutta High Court on Thursday sought a report from the West Bengal government on the action taken by the police administration over the attacks on advocates in different parts of the state during the last few months. Calcutta High Court Chief Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge directed the state government to submit the report to the court by Friday. On Thursday, a section of the advocates of the Calcutta High Court, led by senior advocate and four-time Trinamool Congress Lok Sabha member Kalyan Banerjee sought the attention of the bench of the Chief Justice regarding the attack at the residence of senior advocate and former CPI-M Rajya Sabha member Bikas Ranjan Bhattacharya at Purbalok near Jadavpur in South Kolkata early Thursday morning. Seeking the court's intervention in the matter, Kalyan Banerjee submitted in the court that the advocates who are against the current ruling dispensation and the Bharatiya Janata Party government were going through a critical phase because of constant threats of attacks on them. Chief Justice Ghuge said that the court had already asked the police to enhance and strengthen security arrangements within the high court premises. However, at the same time, he also requested the advocates to have faith in the court instead of going for cease-work. The state's additional advocate general, Rajdeep Majumdar, assured the court that the police administration would take action in such matters. He also recalled how Calcutta High Court's Justice Rajasekhar Mantha was harassed and slanderous postering was done on the wall of his residence in South Kolkata during the previous Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government in the state. Meanwhile, Mamata Banerjee, too, had issued a social media statement expressing solidarity towards Bikas Ranjan Bhattacharya regarding the attack on his residence early Thursday morning. After Baruipur Court, Bankshall Court, Chandannagar and Salboni, another brutal attack today. This time at the residence of Senior Advocate Bikash Ranjan Bhattacharyya in Kolkata. Evidence on video confirms the brazenness such attackers have towards law enforcement in West Bengal. I strongly condemn such continuing attacks on the legal fraternity. It is true that in the past 15 years Bikash da and us have often been on different sides of the ideological and legal divide. However, the line of decency was never crossed, the former Chief Minister said in a social media statement.
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