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UCC bill to be passed in Bengal assembly in August: Senior functionary

West Bengal is set to become the fourth state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) next month, following cabinet approval for a committee to scrutinise the draft bill. This bill aims to standardise marriage, divorce and inheritance laws.

The Economic Times

Low-pressure system over Bay of Bengal to bring heavy rain in south Bengal: IMD

South Bengal braces for significant rainfall as a low-pressure system brews over the Bay of Bengal. Heavy to very heavy showers are anticipated in several southern districts, including South 24 Parganas and Purba Medinipur, until July 6, with potential waterlogging concerns. Meanwhile, north Bengal can expect renewed heavy downpours from…

The Economic Times

Silicon Valley veteran Rahul Roy plans summit to get Bengal AI-ready

Silicon Valley veteran Rahul Roy is organizing Confluence2027, a summit in San Jose from April 9-11, 2027, aimed at bridging West Bengal with the global tech hub. Focusing on AI, medtech, and economic development, the event seeks to address critical skills gaps and integrate AI innovations into the state's education.

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TMC MP Mahua Moitra alleges egg attack by BJP workers during Nadia visit

TMC MP Mahua Moitra alleged BJP workers hurled eggs and shouted slogans during a protest outside an MLA's residence in Nadia, West Bengal. Moitra, attending a party meeting, claimed law and order has collapsed and the police are inactive. This follows a similar incident in June where BJP workers allegedly…

The Economic Times

'Your days are numbered': BJP slams Telangana CM Revanth Reddy for 'mocking' Nitin Nabin

The BJP has strongly criticized Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for his remarks on party national president Nitin Nabin. Reddy had compared the BJP's prospects in Telangana to its long struggle in West Bengal. The BJP spokesperson labeled Reddy as arrogant and obsequious, predicting his party's defeat in the…

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Born on July 1, died on July 1: Who was Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, in whose memory India celebrates National Doctors' Day?

India observes National Doctors' Day on July 1, honoring medical professionals and commemorating the remarkable life of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy. A distinguished physician and statesman, Dr. Roy, born and passed away on this date, also served as Chief Minister of West Bengal. His immense contributions to medicine and public…

The Economic Times

Of service to the State: Bengal should prioritise high-skill services, sidestep constraints that make manufacturing difficult

West Bengal's new budget prioritizes job creation, but the path through manufacturing faces significant hurdles like fragmented land and infrastructure challenges. Experts suggest a services-led growth strategy, leveraging the state's skilled workforce and diaspora. This approach, focusing on connectivity and supportive regulation, can build a non-farm economy, eventually making industrialization…

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School assembly news headlines for June 29: Top national, international, business, sports update and thought of the day

Prime Minister Modi's historic Seychelles address highlighted maritime bonds, while India and the island nation inked 19 cooperation outcomes. Closer to home, heavy rains caused disruptions in North Bengal and Arunachal Pradesh. Internationally, a civilian aircraft crash in France claimed 11 lives, and a Saudi Aramco helicopter incident resulted in…

The Economic Times

As BJP tables Uniform Civil Code in West Bengal, rival TMC camps brace for battle on the same side

West Bengal's Assembly is set for a political showdown as the BJP government introduces the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The debate will highlight a fierce rivalry within the Trinamool Congress, with two factions led by Mamata Banerjee and Ritabrata Banerjee vying to lead the opposition. Both camps, despite sharing…

The Economic Times

Heavy rain affects normal life in north Bengal, IMD warns of more downpour

An alert for extremely heavy rainfall has been issued for sub-Himalayan West Bengal until Monday, with chances of landslides in hilly regions and inundation in plains. Rivers are rising due to continuous downpour, affecting normal life. Authorities are advised to take necessary precautions as heavy to very heavy rain is…

The Economic Times

Let sleeping bourses lie: Why the new BJP West Bengal govt shouldn't help resurrect Calcutta Stock Exchange

West Bengal finance minister Swapan Dasgupta, while presenting the 2026 state budget, said the new BJP government plans to revive the Calcutta Stock Exchange (CSE) as part of its “Viksit Bharat” and “Viksit Bengal” vision. The 118-year-old exchange has remained inactive for over a decade.

The Economic Times

Suvendu Adhikari unveils UCC, anti-conversion roadmap for West Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced plans for a stringent law against religious conversion and the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code, citing national security and cultural preservation. He linked border infiltration to demographic changes and 'love jihad'. Adhikari also highlighted efforts to strengthen border security and differentiate between…

The Economic Times

Mahua Moitra attacks Bengal BJP govt; saffron camp hits back, says TMC 'fearful of tough laws'

TMC MP Mahua Moitra fiercely criticized the West Bengal government's proposed Uniform Civil Code and a new public safety bill, labeling them as divisive and draconian attempts to suppress opposition. She alleged a plot to weaken the TMC through intimidation and warned the new legislation could severely curtail civil liberties.…

The Economic Times

"We are not traitors, we stand with Didi...": TMC's Kunal Ghosh after massive workers' turnout at party meeting

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Kunal Ghosh on Friday emphasised the unwavering loyalty of party workers in the face of political pressure after TMC held a party meeting in North Kolkata with the central theme that the remaining TMC workers are not traitors and stand with former West Bengal Chief Minister…

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Eggs off plate, politics on menu: Bengal's school meal shift rekindles debate over food, identity

West Bengal's school kitchens are now the center of a political storm as the BJP government replaces eggs in mid-day meals with vegetarian alternatives, engaging ISKCON for the pilot project. This move reignites the debate over nutrition, culture, and identity, echoing the election-season clash where fish became a symbol of…

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West Bengal to implement UCC following Gujarat, Assam model: Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the state will implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) following legal procedures, mirroring Gujarat and Assam. The BJP government plans to introduce the UCC Bill in the Assembly soon, fulfilling a pre-election promise. This significant policy initiative aligns with other BJP-ruled states that…

The Economic Times

West Bengal: SC allows petitioner to approach Calcutta HC with plea over exclusion from ration list

The Supreme Court has permitted a petitioner to take his plea to the Calcutta High Court, alleging that individuals excluded from West Bengal's special electoral roll revision are being removed from ration lists. The state's Food and Supplies Department initiated a verification drive to identify and delete ineligible Public Distribution…

The Economic Times

West Bengal: Ex-TMC MLA Atin Ghosh, daughter booked in property grab case

Former TMC MLA Atin Ghosh, his daughter, and son-in-law face charges for allegedly illegally occupying a Kolkata bungalow and land worth Rs 4 crore for nine years. A businesswoman claims the property was forcibly acquired at a low price, with threats and intimidation involved. Ghosh and his daughter deny the…

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Imposing vegetarianism: TMC's Derek O'Brien targets BJP over Bengal mid-day meal

Trinamool Congress leader Derek O'Brien has accused the BJP of attempting to impose vegetarianism by allegedly removing eggs from West Bengal's mid-day meal menu, a move he claims would harm children's nutrition. Speculation arose after ISKCON was tasked with serving meals in Kolkata schools. However, ISKCON has denied finalizing any…

The National (Scotland)

Exhibition removed from National Portrait Gallery after criticism of Churchill

A VIDEO installation in the National Portrait Gallery has been taken down following a row about the role Sir Winston Churchill played in the 1943…

The Economic Times

West Bengal to review road names, Suvendu Adhikari rules out Mughal, Pathan references

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced a committee to review road and area names in Kolkata, vowing to remove those honoring Mughals, Pathans, or 'oppressive' British rulers. This follows the renaming of Suhrawardy Avenue, sparking a debate over historical accuracy. Adhikari stated only names of 'genuine patriots' will be…

Evening Standard

Churchill display removed from National Portrait Gallery after famine dispute

A 40-minute video by 2019 Turner Prize winner Helen Cammock referred to ‘the wilful starvation of the Indian population by Winston Churchill’

The Independent UK

Winston Churchill film withdrawn from National Portrait Gallery over famine row

The film sparked controversy over claims the wartime leader used ‘wilful’ mass starvation as part of the Bengal famine

The Guardian - UK

Artwork removed from National Portrait Gallery after row over Churchill’s role in Bengal famine

Turner winner Helen Cammock withdraws piece after 50 peers criticise claim former PM ‘starved people’

The Economic Times

Dilip Ghosh calls TMC a 'Drama Party', questions Mamata Banerjee's leadership

West Bengal minister Dilip Ghosh slammed the Trinamool Congress, calling it a "circus party" amidst internal leadership questions. He criticized the TMC's decision-making and stated the government serves all sections of society, urging Muslims to avoid the party. Ghosh contrasted the TMC's alleged failures with the Modi government's direct welfare…

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