JP Nadda Confident of BJP Victory in Bengal Elections
Kolkata, April 26: Political parties have intensified their campaign efforts for the second phase of the West Bengal elections. Central Minister JP Nadda held a roadshow in the Raina assembly constituency on Saturday. He expressed confidence that a double-engine government would be formed in Bengal, asserting that the public has decided to bid farewell to ... Read more JP Nadda Confident of BJP Victory in Bengal Elections
Enhanced Security Measures Ahead of Bengal Elections Amidst Border Concerns
Kolkata, April 26: Following directives from the Election Commission of India (ECI), special scrutiny is being conducted in districts of West Bengal that share an unprotected international border with Bangladesh. This is in preparation for the second phase of the states two-phase assembly elections scheduled for April 29. Manoj Kumar Agarwal, the Chief Electoral Officer ... Read more Enhanced Security Measures Ahead of Bengal Elections Amidst Border Concerns
JP Nadda Urges Bengal to Reject Corruption in Upcoming Elections
Bardhaman, April 26: Union Minister JP Nadda addressed a gathering in Bardhaman, West Bengal, emphasizing the need for the public to reject the corrupt Trinamool Congress (TMC) government. He stated that the ongoing harassment of women has prompted the people of Bengal to rally behind the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The public has made up ... Read more JP Nadda Urges Bengal to Reject Corruption in Upcoming Elections
Suvendu Adhikari Targets TMC Ahead of West Bengal Elections
Kolkata, April 26: Political activity is intensifying in West Bengal as the second phase of voting approaches. BJP leader and candidate from Bhawanipur, Suvendu Adhikari, launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Saturday. Adhikari stated that the people of Kalighat have responded in the language that TMC understands. He warned that whatever ... Read more Suvendu Adhikari Targets TMC Ahead of West Bengal Elections
Mamata accused the BJP of giving false promises to migrant workers from West Bengal employed outside the state.
Election Commission Transfers Police Officials Ahead of Kolkatas Second Phase Voting
Kolkata, April 26: The Election Commission has ordered the transfer of three police station heads in Kolkata as of Saturday evening. This includes the station responsible for the area where West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees official residence is located. The transfers of these three officers, all of whom hold the rank of inspector, come ... Read more Election Commission Transfers Police Officials Ahead of Kolkatas Second Phase Voting
West Bengal polls: Mamata Banerjee says Bengal will show BJP 'real jhal' on May 4
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has fired back at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's jhalmuri comment. She stated the state will show the BJP the real jhal of jhalmuri on May 4, the result declaration day. Banerjee also criticized Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks about punishing goons. She urged people to vote for her party.
BJP Leader Raju Bista Predicts 170-180 Seats in West Bengal Elections
Gangtok, April 26: Raju Bista, the Lok Sabha MP from Darjeeling and a prominent BJP leader, expressed confidence on Saturday that the party could secure between 170 to 180 seats in the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections. He attributed this optimism to a significant shift in voter sentiment. Bista made these remarks while reviewing preparations ... Read more BJP Leader Raju Bista Predicts 170-180 Seats in West Bengal Elections
Rahul Gandhi accuses Mamata Banerjee of aiding BJP
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of indirectly supporting the BJP. He questioned her opposition to the BJP, stating that those who truly oppose the party face arrest. Gandhi asserted that the Congress is the real opposition.
West Bengal elections: Hemant Soren, Tejashwi, Kejriwal back Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal elections see Mamata Banerjee's TMC receiving support from regional leaders. Jharkhand's Hemant Soren and RJD's Tejashwi Yadav have campaigned for TMC candidates. AAP's Arvind Kejriwal and SP's Akhilesh Yadav are also expected to join. This alliance aims to curb BJP's growth in the state. The opposition's momentum hinges on TMC's performance. Congress is contesting separately.
Peaceful Voting in West Bengal: Security Forces Take Charge Ahead of Elections
Kolkata, April 25: Ahead of the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections, the Director General of CRPF, GP Singh, visited Diamond Harbour. He joined forces from the CRPF, ITBP, and West Bengal Police to assess law and order. His presence among the troops boosted morale and reinforced efforts to ensure safe and peaceful ... Read more Peaceful Voting in West Bengal: Security Forces Take Charge Ahead of Elections
Political battle with interesting overtones
There are many firsts to the credit of the current central dispensation, both in its governance and political formats. Mostly the firsts, for the purpose of claiming credit, are related to success and Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi leads from the front to claim credit and rightly too. What about the first of a different variety, a failure? The unfavourable outcome of the Constitution (131 st Amendment) Bill, 2026, related to the tricky issue of Womens Reservation in the legislatures but focused on equally contentious delimitation of constituencies, in Lok Sabha has sprung surprise across the board. The Congress-led opposition, which has been at the receiving end both inside and outside Parliament for the last over a decade, suddenly tasted a victory and a sweeter one. However, the bigger story is about the strategy of the ruling party (read government) and its subsequent failure-behind the episode beginning with convening of the special session and subsequent fiasco on the floor of the Lower House, causing consternation in the BJP camp. Although it is still to be seen how the Womens Reservation issue in its latest manifestation unfolds in the ongoing set of assembly elections, it has given rise to a vital question about the veracity of strategy behind the episode. And also, who had planned the entire issue. Even if the BJP wins, dislodging Ms Mamta Banerjee in West Bengal (the mother of all contests in this phase), one must come to know about the real intent and name of the strategist or group of strategists. Surely and true to his style Mr Modi will lead from the front in claiming credit for victory against her. However, the story will take a different twist if despite an all-out effort BJP fails to defeat Trinamool Congress. In such an eventuality in the now Modi versus Mamta contest that is dominating the poll narrative in the state, the possibility is either look for a scapegoat or simply gloss over the issue through maintaining golden silence which has been the part of BJPs strategy during the last decade or so. The former option is a possibility but the latter has no chance as the galvanized opposition particularly Ms Banerjee will directly target Mr Modi and is not going to rest whatever be the outcome of the assembly elections. The Congress and the BJP are ideologically diametrically opposite and are apart like north and south poles. The only commonality between the two brands is the mystery on who the strategists or advisors to their top leaders are. Who are the advisors of Mr Rahul Gandhi or the party strategists? Who is advising Mr Modi? These questions are often heard in Delhis political and power circles but without any clue or answer. This mystery is a shift from the past Indira Gandhi era to later Vajpayee regime. All through, particularly during the Prime Ministership of these two towering leaders the line-up of advisors and political strategists was well-defined and in the public domain. But not now. In case of Mr Gandhi, at times, serious doubts arise whether he has any advisors at all or the Congress has any strategy at all? There, though, is a small distinction on this issue between the two parties. Home Minister and former BJP president Mr Amit Shah is publically known as the chief strategist and enjoys the sobriquet of Chankya. The Congress does not have even such a thing. Clearly, outcome of the special session of Parliament has shifted the focus from opposition (read Congress- though the party found overwhelming mention In Prime Ministers special address to the nation, thereby giving rise to another controversy) to the BJP and more so on Mr Modi as he inimitably was the master of ceremonies. As an immediate follow up he lost no time in raking up the issue, of opposition ditching the women on Reservation issue, in his poll campaign and the women cadres lost no time in hitting the road. Whosoever was the strategist, the following questions will haunt him or her in the days come. 1. Why need for a special session of Parliament when the Budget Session was already on? 2. What was the logic of moving the Constitution Amendment Bill when the BJP-led alliance was way short of two-thirds majority, a prerequisite to get a Constitutional Amendment Bill passed? 3. Did the strategists take the Congress and other opposition parties far-granted assuming that they will fall in line on the gender-sensitive issue, particularly in the midst of elections, at the cost of ignoring the attached more contentious delimitation proposition? 4. Was any understanding arrived at with parties such as Trinamool Congress, DMK, Shiv Sena (UBT) or Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) which misfired at the logical moment? 5. Was attaching the delimitation condition to the already passed Womens Reservation Bill in 2023, a miscalculation or a case of over-confidence? 6. Or was it a calculated move to further hold back the Womens Reservation issue in line with the thinking of many in the Sangh Parivar knowing well that the Bill could be defeated? 7. Why a knee jerk reaction in notifying the 2023 unanimously passed Womens Reservation Bill in the dead of night after defeat of the Constitutional Amendment Bill? 8. Why was the Bill held back from notification for nearly two years? Replying to these questions will be an acid-test for the ruling dispensation or its strategists as the divided opposition has been delivered an opportunity on platter to rejuvenate themselves. A win or loss in the five state assembly elections, in this backdrop, will definitely provide a handle to the Congress and its regional allies to set their future course ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections provided their leaders keep their inflated egos under check and resist allurements and threats from the central dispensation. The defeat of the Constitutional Amendment Bill is certainly a loss of face for the BJP-led alliance and particularly the Narendra Modi dispensation. This is also the first of its kind for them since 2014, ever since the Modi juggernaut went on the roll using variety of weapons in its armoury, to have lost a legislative battle. Whether it is a miscalculation or a case of over-confidence, both these factors were alien to the combo of Modi-Shah as all their missions were perfected to the last detail till the fall of this Constitutional Amendment Bill. It will be interesting to know the details of the plan and whether it was based on the premise to turn the defeat on the floor of Lok Sabha into victory. It became evident in the immediate protests by the BJPs leaders and women activists targeting Congress and other opposition parties. The fact remains Congress has been their prime target in this operation, indirectly giving credit to Mr Gandhi for this victory.
Maachh, Mandate & Missing Names: Bengals voter list goes off the menu
Voter lists in West Bengal have seen many names removed. This has caused anger and accusations of conspiracy. Many believe this is a deliberate attempt to disenfranchise voters. However, the author suggests this is due to administrative errors. The process has affected millions across India. The focus remains on the upcoming Kolkata vote.
Tejashwi Yadavs Presence Strengthens Mamata Banerjee in Bengal, Says Manoj Kumar Jha
Patna, April 25: Rajya Sabha MP Manoj Kumar Jha stated that Tejashwi Yadavs presence in West Bengal not only bolsters Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee but is also essential for strengthening an alternative political stream in the broader context of India. In response to the recent defection of Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha and six other ... Read more Tejashwi Yadavs Presence Strengthens Mamata Banerjee in Bengal, Says Manoj Kumar Jha
The real contest is between the BJP and Congress, not with Trinamool, says Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader tries to paint the BJP and Trinamool with the same brush; Mamata-ji did in West Bengal what Narendra Modi has done in the country, he says
Abhishek says TMC will return to power in Bengal with 225 seats, vows to uproot BJP from Centre
Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has predicted a significant win for his party in the West Bengal assembly elections. He stated the TMC will secure over 225 seats. Banerjee also expressed confidence in removing the BJP from power at the national level within a few years.
ED Raids Suppliers And Exporters In West Bengal PDS Scam Ahead Of Final Poll Phase
The state is scheduled to go for the second and final phase of the Assembly polls on April 29 after the first phase on April 23: Reports
TMC will uproot BJP, come back to power Bengal with 225 seats: Abhishek Banerjee
Kolkata: Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Saturday, April 25, asserted that his party will return to power in West Bengal after winning 225-odd seats in the 294-member assembly. Addressing an election rally in Bally, Banerjee, who is considered number 2 in the TMC hierarchy, also vowed to uproot the BJP from the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Odisha Leaders, Social Activists Throng West Bengal To Canvas For BJP
Odisha leaders have been strategically deployed in constituencies with a sizeable Odia-speaking population, particularly in districts bordering Odisha and industrial belts where migrant workers from the state reside in large numbers: Party sources
BJP faces uphill task in Bengal phase 2 as TMC strongholds dominate key district
BJP faces a tough challenge in the second phase of West Bengal Assembly polls, where most constituencies have historically supported the Trinamool Congress. While BJP performed strongly in phase one, it struggled in these regions in 2021.
Mamata Did Not Discriminate: Sayantika Banerjee Appeals for TMC Votes
Kolkata, April 25: The political landscape in West Bengal is heating up as all parties gear up for the second phase of voting in the assembly elections. Sayantika Banerjee, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) candidate from the Baranagar constituency, has made a passionate appeal for votes in favor of her party, highlighting the governments achievements. In ... Read more Mamata Did Not Discriminate: Sayantika Banerjee Appeals for TMC Votes
BJP will form government on its own strength this time in West Bengal, says senior leader Tapas Roy
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjees one-point agenda is to remain in power, and for that she is willing to do anything, claims former Minister Tapas Roy, now candidate from Maniktala seat in north Kolkata.
TMC Aims for Over 200 Seats in West Bengal Elections, Claims Abhishek Banerjee
Kolkata, April 25: Abhishek Banerjee, the General Secretary of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), has made a bold claim following the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. He stated that the TMC has surpassed the 100-seat mark. During an election rally in Basirhat, North 24 Parganas on Saturday, Banerjee expressed confidence that after the ... Read more TMC Aims for Over 200 Seats in West Bengal Elections, Claims Abhishek Banerjee
Tribunals, Deadlines, Doubts: Is Supreme Courts Order Failing Deleted Voters?
Supreme Courts order for supplementary rolls offers little relief leaving deleted West Bengal voters confused.
The battle now runs through the divided Matua first family, with brothers, wives and cousins contesting from rival camps, while the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has stirred fresh anxieties among refugee Hindus who once voted together
West Bengal Polls: Mamata Banerjee to file legal case against Amit Shah over 'violent remarks'
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will file a legal case against Union Home Minister Amit Shah. This action follows Shah's remarks about TMC workers after the upcoming elections. Banerjee stated that such language is unacceptable from a Home Minister. The second phase of polling is scheduled for April 29. High voter turnout was recorded in the first phase.
Ashok Lahiri is new Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog, 4 new members also appointed
Lahiri, an outgoing MLA in the West Bengal assembly, will replace Suman Berry
Bengals Voters Set to Remove Mamata Banerjee Government, Claims JP Nadda
Kolkata, April 25: The second phase of voting in West Bengal is scheduled for April 29. In the lead-up to this crucial event, all political parties are making significant efforts to attract voters. On Saturday, Union Minister and former BJP National President JP Nadda conducted a roadshow in Kolkata. Speaking to a news agency, Nadda ... Read more Bengals Voters Set to Remove Mamata Banerjee Government, Claims JP Nadda
Mamata helping rich, not poor in Bengal, Modi doing same across country: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi addressed an election rally in Serampore. He stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee both help the rich. Gandhi claimed Modi sells the country and spreads hatred. He contrasted this with Congress's ideology of unity and brotherhood. Gandhi asserted the nation faces a fight between these two opposing viewpoints.
Kolkata, April 25: Kunal Ghosh, a leader of the Trinamool Congress (TMC), asserted on Saturday that the party performed exceptionally well in the first phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections. He expressed confidence that TMC will maintain its power in the state. Ghosh stated, The BJP has been severely weakened in the first phase ... Read more TMC Leader Claims Strong Performance in West Bengal Elections, Predicts Fourth Term for Mamata Banerjee
Election Commission Appoints 11 Additional Police Observers for West Bengals Second Phase Polls
Kolkata, April 25: The Election Commission has taken significant steps to ensure a peaceful and secure environment for the second phase of assembly elections in West Bengal. Ahead of the voting scheduled for April 29, the Commission has announced the appointment of 11 additional police observers. According to a source from the office of the ... Read more Election Commission Appoints 11 Additional Police Observers for West Bengals Second Phase Polls
Election Commission completes post-poll scrutiny in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal; no re-polls ordered
The verification exercise was conducted on April 24 across all 152 Assembly constituencies in West Bengal and 234 constituencies in Tamil Nadu, in the presence of general observers and candidates or their representatives
BJPs Nitin Naveen Leads Road Show in Baranagar, Promises Change for West Bengal
Baranagar, April 25: The first phase of voting for 152 seats in the West Bengal Assembly elections has concluded, prompting political parties to ramp up their campaign efforts for the second phase. On Saturday, BJP National President Nitin Naveen led a large road show in Baranagar. During the road show, Naveen expressed gratitude for the ... Read more BJPs Nitin Naveen Leads Road Show in Baranagar, Promises Change for West Bengal
Bengal polls: Matua first family split deepens battle in Bagda, Gaighata as SIR jolts BJP bastions
Elections in West Bengal's Bagda and Gaighata are complicated by a divided Matua family. Concerns over voter list deletions create anxiety among refugee Hindus. The traditional BJP-TMC battle is now a family feud. This division impacts the Matua community's political future. The outcome could have wider implications for the region.
Every Indian has stake in Bengal polls as infiltrators spilling over to other states: Himanta
He said that if the BJP was not voted to power in West Bengal, the State risked becoming an extension of Bangladesh due to unchecked infiltration
West Bengal Elections 2026: Amit Shah says, `TMC will be wiped out in Bengal`
Amit Shah claimed the Bharatiya Janata Party will form the government in West Bengal, while All India Trinamool Congress dismissed the prediction ahead of phase 2 polling
Parliament To States, BJP's AAP Breakthrough Reshapes Punjab And Gujarat
While the attention of all political observers was focused on West Bengal, the BJP quietly executed its preparations for the next electoral cycle
Giriraj Singh Criticizes Karnataka Government Amid CET Controversy
Begusarai, April 25: Central Minister Giriraj Singh has expressed his outrage over an incident during the Common Entrance Test (CET) in Karnataka, where some candidates were reportedly forced to remove their sacred threads. He stated that just as the departure of Mamata Banerjees government in West Bengal is certain, the Congress government in Karnataka is ... Read more Giriraj Singh Criticizes Karnataka Government Amid CET Controversy
This Image of Newly-Wed Couple Standing at Polling Booth in West Bengal Is AI
Gemini confirmed that the viral image was edited/generated by Google's AI tools.
ECI rules out re-poll in TN, West Bengal after scrutiny
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India on Saturday, April 25, said that no re-poll has been recommended in either Tamil Nadu or West Bengal after the completion of scrutiny of the register of voters and other poll-day documents following the Assembly elections and bye-elections held on Thursday. The poll panel said it implemented consolidated 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 .
Election Commission Completes Verification in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, No Re-Polling Recommended
New Delhi, April 25: The Election Commission of India has successfully conducted the assembly elections in the first phase of West Bengal and across Tamil Nadu. On Saturday, the Commission announced that after reviewing Form 17A and other documents, no recommendations for re-polling were made at any polling station. The Commission confirmed that the verification ... Read more Election Commission Completes Verification in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, No Re-Polling Recommended
BJP`s big guns to campaign across Bengal ahead of Phase 2 polling
The BJP will step up its campaign in West Bengal on Saturday with rallies and roadshows led by Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and party chief Nitin Nabin. The outreach comes ahead of the second phase of polling on April 29, as the party looks to build on its strong first-phase turnout
BJP staring at electoral losses in West Bengal, Tamil Naidu, Kerala: Farooq Abdullah
The results would reflect the peoples mandate against divisive politics, said Mr. Abdullah
EC Orders Suspension of 5 Police Officers in Bengal for 'Serious Misconduct' During Polls
In a communication to the state chief secretary, the poll panel said the action followed a report submitted by the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal about the conduct of police personnel
Indian Peacock Brings Handloom into Everyday Fashion to Support Artisan Livelihoods
Indian handloom weavers, masters of generational craft, were being written out of their own story. Their textiles ended up in museums or marked " ethnic wear ," while their livelihoods grew uncertain and their knowledge faced quiet extinction The hands behind every Indian Peacock piece Not because the craft wasn't valuable. Because the path from loom to life had too many barriers. Indian Peacock attempts to bridge these gaps through direct collaboration. Founded by architect Preethi Pathireddy, The Indian Peacock is where her decade-long journey in architecture meets her deep-rooted love for texture, form, and cultural heritage. An Ivy League alumna, Preethi has always been intuitive in her design approach, drawing connections between structure and softness, craft and utility. What began as a personal exploration of India's textile legacy soon grew into a brand committed to slow fashion and conscious living. We collaborate with handloom artisans across India. Jamdani weavers of West Bengal, Ikat weavers of Telangana, handblock print artisans of Rajasthan, and Mangalgiri weavers of Andhra Pradesh. They are not vendors, but partners. We know their craft, their processes, and their stories. We support them with fair wages, and consistent work, not just seasonal demand. This isn't about " modernizing " traditional craft. We do something simple: we make their work wearable for everyday life. We design structured shirts, versatile kurtas, and thoughtfully made coord sets for everyday wear. We don’t approach craft as fusion or occasionwear. Our intent is to bring handwoven textiles into the rhythm of life, to be worn often, lived in, and relied on. Because craft survives not through occasional admiration, but through relevance and consistent use. A handwoven garment becomes something you reach for week after week. Instead of a mass-produced alternative, it creates quiet continuity. It keeps looms active, skills relevant, and livelihoods steady. Handloom survives not through admiration or occasional wear, but through everyday choices that keep the craft alive, relevant, and in motion. This is how we reclaim the narrative: by putting artisan craft back to where it's always belonged. Indian Peacock isn't rescuing artisans, they need markets, respect, and fair economics. We're providing that. We're not preserving tradition in amber. We're proving it's alive and necessary. Every garment carries the maker's presence. Every collection starts with the textile, not the trend. Every decision asks: does this serve the craft and the craftsperson? Because when Indian textiles move from heritage looms to modern streets, wearing the artisan's dignity along with their weave, the story becomes theirs again. This work extends beyond the loom. In our Hyderabad studio, every garment moves through the hands of a team that cuts, stitches, and finishes each piece with the same attention to detail the textile began with. Craft does not exist in isolation, and neither do we. Fair wages, consistent work, and a supportive environment are principles we apply across everyone involved in the process, not just in idea, but in practice. And we're just here to make sure it gets told, thoughtfully, consistently, and with the care of a team that believes in it.
ECI orders suspension of five police officers in West Bengal for 'serious misconduct' during polls
In a communication to the State Chief Secretary, the poll panel said the action followed a report submitted by the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of West Bengal about the conduct of police personnel.
No repoll ordered in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal: EC officials
The Election Commission (EC) has said that no repoll will be held in any polling stations in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu where assembly elections were conducted on Thursday.
Rahul Gandhi to hold West Bengal rallies today after rescheduling dispute
New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is set to address election rallies in West Bengal on Saturday, April 25, with public meetings scheduled in Kolkata and Serampore after an earlier setback when permissions for the events were initially denied. The Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabhas campaign schedule was disrupted before being put Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mamata didi ka sarkar Bdesh me banega: CM Himanta confident of BJP win in West Bengal Polls
No repoll ordered in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal: ECI officials
On April 23, while all 234 Assembly seats in Tamil Nadu went to vote in a single phase, 152 seats in West Bengal voted in the first phase
Mamata to become West Bengal Chief Minister for fourth consecutive term: Tejashwi
The RJD leader attended back-to-back roadshows in Jagaddal, Bhatpara and Khardaha Assembly constituencies
ED raids Kolkata, Burdwan in West Bengal PDS scam case
Kolkata: The Enforcement Directorate on Saturday, April 25, raided several locations in poll-bound West Bengal as part of its money laundering investigation into an alleged PDS scam, officials said. Searches were underway at about nine premises of suppliers and exporters in Kolkata, Burdwan, and Habra, including Niranjan Chandra Sahas, they said. The action is being 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 .
No Repoll at Any Polling Station in Bengal: EC
No repoll has been recommended in any of the 44,376 polling stations of West Bengal where polls were held on Thursday: EC
Enforcement Directorate conducts searches at nine locations in West Bengal PDS scam case
The ED initiated the investigation primarily based on a First Information Report (FIR) registered by the State police on October 23, 2020, on a complaint from Deputy Commissioner of Customs, Ghojadanga Land Customs Station
ED Launches Major Raids in West Bengals Ration Distribution Scam
Kolkata, April 25: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated significant action in West Bengal amid ongoing elections. On Saturday, the agency conducted raids at nine locations linked to suppliers and exporters in Kolkata, Bardhaman, and Habra, North 24 Parganas, as part of an investigation into a ration distribution (PDS) scam. The EDs Kolkata zonal office ... Read more ED Launches Major Raids in West Bengals Ration Distribution Scam
West Bengal Elections 2026 LIVE: There is panic in the BJP camp, says TMC Abhishek Banerjee
Should be held like Phase 1: BJP's Tapas Roy urges ECI ahead of Phase 2 voting
West Bengal: ED raids premises in Kolkata, Burdwan in PDS 'scam' case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Saturday carried out raids at multiple locations in West Bengal as part of its money laundering investigation linked to an alleged Public Distribution System (PDS) wheat scam.
Polling signals wave of change in Bengal: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the high voter turnout in the first phase of polls signals a wave of change in West Bengal, claiming it reflects growing support for the BJP and a shift away from the ruling TMC
Ashok Lahiri set to become NITI Aayog vice-chairman
Kolkata: In a development with strong Bengal resonance, outgoing West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Legislative Assembly and noted economist Ashok Kumar Lahiri has been selected to become the next vice-chairman of NITI Aayog, according to people familiar with the matter. His appointment, once formalised, will make him the effective head of the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Amit Shah Promises Revival of Industries in West Bengal if BJP Wins
Kolkata, April 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed an election rally in Uttarpara, Hooghly district, on Friday. He stated that if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) forms the government in West Bengal, efforts will be made to revive factories and industries that have shut down or relocated over the past 15 years. Shah criticized ... Read more Amit Shah Promises Revival of Industries in West Bengal if BJP Wins
Mr. Lahiri, currently a BJP MLA in West Bengal, is a former chief economic advisor to the government of India and a member of the 15th Finance Commission
TMC jungle raj responsible for RG Kar murder: Modi
KOLKATA, April 24 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday accused the Trinamool Congresss (TMC) jungle raj for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee inside the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9, 2024. Modi, who was addressing an Assembly election meeting In Panihati Assembly constituency in Kolkatas northern fringes in support of the BJP candidate Ratna Debnath, the mother of the RG Kar victim, focussed on issues related to women and attacked West Bengals [] The post TMC jungle raj responsible for RG Kar murder: Modi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mamata Banerjee Critiques PM Modis Boat Ride on Hooghly River
Kolkata, April 25: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday after he enjoyed a boat ride on the Hooghly River. Speaking at an election rally in Howrah, Banerjee remarked that Modi could relish the experience because the water in Hooghly is clean, unlike the polluted Yamuna in Delhi. She ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Critiques PM Modis Boat Ride on Hooghly River
Amit Shahs Witty Response to Rahul Gandhis Critique of Bengal Politics
New Delhi, April 25: Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhis recent criticism of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government in West Bengal, labeling it as a late realization. Shah made these remarks in the Lok Sabha, addressing Gandhis comments about the Congress partys role in the rise of the Bharatiya Janata ... Read more Amit Shahs Witty Response to Rahul Gandhis Critique of Bengal Politics
Peaceful Voting in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, No Re-polling Recommended
New Delhi, April 25: Significant updates have emerged regarding the voting held on April 23 in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. According to the Election Commission, no re-polling has been recommended at any polling station in both states, indicating a peaceful and fair voting process. In Tamil Nadu, the assembly elections took place in a ... Read more Peaceful Voting in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu, No Re-polling Recommended
Modi Sees Wave Of Change In West Bengal
Amit Shah says BJPwill win 110 seats in ph-1
West Bengal Leaders Set for Key Roles in NITI Aayog Amid Elections
New Delhi, April 25: Two prominent leaders from West Bengal are poised to take on significant responsibilities in NITI Aayog. Ashok Lahiri is set to be appointed as the Vice Chairman, while Gobardhan Das is expected to become a member. However, official confirmation is still pending. Ashok Lahiri is a renowned economist with extensive experience ... Read more West Bengal Leaders Set for Key Roles in NITI Aayog Amid Elections
Economist Ashok Lahiri From West Bengal To Be NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman
Scientist Gobardhan Das, also from West Bengal, is set to be named Niti Aayog member, according to a report.
DC Edit | Record Turnouts In WB, TN A Big Boost For Democracy
Over 85 per cent of the revised electorate of Tamil Nadu came to the booths and used the EVMs while the frenzy was more in West Bengal where the democratic dream of 100 per cent voter turnout was nearly fulfilled
Opposition files fresh Rajya Sabha notice to remove CEC
Seventy-three opposition members have submitted a new notice to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. This is their second attempt after a previous one was rejected. The notice lists nine charges including partisan conduct and electoral fraud. The move comes ahead of the West Bengal election results.
Mamata winning polls in Bengal, Congress in Kerala, DMK in TN: Dr Farooq
Srinagar, Apr 24: National Conference (NC) President Dr Farooq Abdullah claimed on Friday that opposition parties are winning Assembly polls in the three key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala. I tell you, and the rest, god knows, Mamata Banerjee is winning in Bengal, Congress is winning in Kerala and (MK) Stalin's party (DMK) is winning in Tamil Nadu. This is God's blessing, Abdullah told reporters at Hazratbal when asked about the ongoing elections. Responding to a question on the conflict in the Middle East, the NC chief said peace is essential and expressed hope that the war would end as soon as possible. If peace does not return to the Middle East, tragedies for this world are major and everyone -- every country, every leader -- must try and see that this war comes to an end immediately. I hope that the US president has realised that Israel was not right in pushing him towards war. I hope to god that he will move quickly and China and Russia will also see to it that this war comes to an end as quickly as possible, he said. On the Centre's Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, the former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister said people's support is imperative to win the war against drugs. Till parents and people do not support the fight, the government cannot end the drug menace. The important thing is the people's support and if they support, it will, god willing, end the menace, he added.
Mamata jabs Modi, says PM can boat on Hooghly, not Yamuna
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee highlighted the Hooghly river's cleanliness. She contrasted it with the Yamuna river in Delhi. Banerjee suggested Prime Minister Narendra Modi could enjoy a boat ride on the Hooghly. She stated such a ride would not be possible on the Yamuna due to pollution. The Chief Minister blamed the BJP-led administration for the Yamuna's condition.
'Anga, Banga, Kalinga': Amit Shah predicts BJP win in Bengal phase 1 elections
Amit Shah expressed his excitement over West Bengal voters making history with their show of support for 'Parivartan'. With a strong belief that the BJP will clinch 110 seats in the first phase of the assembly elections, he reassured the public that the next Chief Minister will be a Bengali-speaking representative.
Democracy in motion: Mamata slams PM for 'insulting' Jadavpur University
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has voiced her strong disagreement with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's statements concerning Jadavpur University. Emphasizing that student demonstrations embody the essence of democratic expression, Banerjee defended the university's reputation, which consistently ranks among the top educational institutions. She accused Modi of undermining not just the university, but also its passionate student body.
Modi slams TMC over RG Kar case, touts BJP win in Bengal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Trinamool Congress regarding the RG Kar rape and murder case. He also alleged anti-national slogans were written on Jadavpur University walls. Modi expressed confidence in a BJP victory in the West Bengal assembly elections. He stated that a BJP government would hold those involved in the RG Kar case accountable.
Supreme Court declines plea on voter deletions, directs petitioners to tribunals
The Supreme Court has directed individuals whose names were removed from the voter list in West Bengal to approach appellate tribunals. This includes election duty officers who found their names deleted. The court acknowledged the low disposal rate of voter cases by tribunals.
Economist Ashok Lahiri from Bengal to become Niti Aayog vice-chairman, Gobardhan Das named as member
Economist Ashok Lahiri and scientist Gobardhan Das from West Bengal are set to join Niti Aayog. Lahiri, a former chief economic advisor, will be the vice-chairman. Das, director of IISER Bhopal, will serve as a member. This appointment brings distinguished expertise to the policy think tank. Their contributions are expected to shape future economic and scientific initiatives.
Mamata Banerjees one-point agenda is to remain in power: West Bengal BJP Vice President Tapas Roy
Trinamool government has institutionalised corruption and Mamata Banerjee has worked only for the interest of her family and a select few people of south Kolkata
The final phase of polling is on April 29
Record Voter Turnout in Bengal Elections Sparks Political Promises from BJP Leaders
New Delhi, April 24: The first phase of voting in the West Bengal Assembly elections has witnessed a record turnout, igniting a flurry of political statements. BJP MP Manoj Tiwari asserted that if the party secures over 200 of the 294 seats, it should not come as a surprise. He emphasized that a wave of ... Read more Record Voter Turnout in Bengal Elections Sparks Political Promises from BJP Leaders
Kolkata, April 24: Political activity in West Bengal has intensified following a record voter turnout in the first phase of elections. The main opposition party, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has ramped up its campaign efforts. Union Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a roadshow in North 24 Parganas on Friday, asserting that the BJP is ... Read more Amit Shah Claims BJPs Strong Majority in West Bengal Amid Rising Public Discontent Against Mamata Banerjee
Jayadeva Institute signs MoU with GBA to set up 100-bed cardiac hub in west Bengaluru
The satellite facility is expected to ease the patient burden at Jayadevas main hospital in Jayanagar, south Bengaluru
SC applauds high voter turnout, lack of violence in West Bengal elections
New Delhi: While hearing cases regarding West Bengals Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls, the Supreme Court on Friday, April 24, lauded the 92 per cent voter turnout and lack of violence during the states Assembly elections. As a citizen of India, I was very happy to see the percentage of voting, said Chief Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Mamata Banerjee Criticizes BJP, Defends Student Voices as Essential to Democracy
Kolkata, April 24: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has taken to social media platform X to criticize the BJP. In her post, she questioned Prime Minister Modis description of the talented students from the prestigious Jadavpur University. Banerjee wrote, Dear Prime Minister, with great sadness, I must ask if this is your way of ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Criticizes BJP, Defends Student Voices as Essential to Democracy
Arijit Singh: The Voice That Captivated Millions with Over 400 Songs
New Delhi, April 24: In the world of Bollywood, many talented singers shine, but few possess a voice that instantly captures hearts. Arijit Singh is one such magical voice. His singing evokes a unique feeling, making him the heartbeat of millions today. Born on April 25, 1987, in Murshidabad, West Bengal, Arijits connection with music ... Read more Arijit Singh: The Voice That Captivated Millions with Over 400 Songs
Will not allow construction of Babri Masjid in Bengal as long as one BJP worker alive: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that the BJP will prevent the construction of a Babri Masjid in West Bengal as long as a single party worker remains alive. He accused Mamata Banerjee of permitting a mosque modeled on the Babri Masjid in Murshidabad, vowing to identify and jail infiltrators after May 5.
SC asks West Bengal poll officers to pursue appeals on voter roll exclusion
Bench declines relief in SIR electoral roll case; directs petitioners to tribunals amid polling
'There's nothing left in Bengal': Amit Shah reacts to Mamata's 'conquer' BJP in Delhi threat
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee declared her intention to challenge the BJP nationally, aiming to unite opposition parties and dismantle the party at the Centre. She vowed to win Bengal first, then take the fight to Delhi. Union Home Minister Amit Shah responded with a jibe, questioning her need to come to Delhi.
Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: ECI orders suspension of Hingalganj OC over 'bias' in West Bengal
ECI issues fresh post-poll guidelines for Bengal Assembly elections Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: ECI orders suspension of Hingalganj OC over 'bias' in West Bengal
Supreme Court appreciates record voter turnout in West Bengal
The Supreme Court on Friday expressed great satisfaction over the peaceful conduct of the first phase of Assembly elections in the State of West Bengal, as well as the record-high voter turnout of 92 per cent. The Division Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice Vipul M Pancholi made [] The post Supreme Court appreciates record voter turnout in West Bengal appeared first on India Legal .
