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Political violence in panchayat election was the highlight of West Bengal politics in 2023

West Bengal politics in 2023: violence, scams, old guard vs new blood, and more. 2023 Lok Sabha election to be litmus test for BJP and 3rd force.

The Hindu

Mamata slams BJP for mixing religion and politics

Amid speculation whether she will participate in the inauguration of Ram mandir in Ayodhya, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday came down heavily on the BJP for mixing religion and politics.

The Hindu

Trinamool takes out protests against Bengal BJP chief for ‘insulting’ Swami Vivekananda

Trinamool Congress youth wing president Sayoni Ghosh led a march in Kolkata where protesters participated with photos of Swami Vivekananda.

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Amit Shah, Nadda set up monitoring team for Lok Sabha election in Bengal

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president J.P. Nadda arrive in Kolkata to set up election monitoring team and discuss strategy for upcoming Lok Sabha election.

The Hindu

Author-historian Chitrita Banerji hopes Gen-Z will adapt, if needed, to keep Bengali food traditions alive

Chitrita Banerji, Bengali-American food historian and author, shares her food journey and how food can be used as a medium of storytelling.

The Hindu

Suvendu visits State Secretariat to ‘expose Mamata’s claims’ on Central fund release

“Why is the Chief Minister of West Bengal raking up the issue of cooperative federalism in New Delhi?” Mr. Adhikari said.

The Hindu

Akash Deep: From Sasaram to Indian dressing room via Kolkata Maidans

NEW DELHI: Emotions welled up inside Saurashish Lahiri when Akash Deep, the latest Bengal speed merchant to enter Indian dressing room, rang him up.

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Baba Indrajith's ton powers Tamil Nadu to Vijay Hazare Trophy semi-finals

NEW DELHI: Experienced batsman Baba Indrajith showcased his prowess with a splendid century, complemented by the noteworthy contribution of another seasoned player, Vijay Shankar, who secured a half-century, propelled Tamil Nadu to a convincing seven-wicket triumph over Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarter-final on Monday.

The Times of India

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Twin tons take Bengal to quarters

KOLKATA: A 209-run unbroken third-wicket stand between Sudip Gharami and Anushtup Majumder saw Bengal crush Gujarat by eight wickets in Rajkot on Saturday and make the quarterfinals of the Vijay Hazare Trophy meet. While skipper Gharami stayed undefeated on 117, veteran Majumder was unbeaten on 102.

The Times of India

Trinamool Congress outraged by Giriraj Singh’s remarks on Mamata Banerjee

Trinamool Congress condemns Union Minister's "regressive and misogynist" remarks against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee. Women leaders of the party stage protests, citing PM Modi's similar "mocking" remark. CM says she was just trying to match steps with actors at KIFF inauguration, not dancing. Women MPs of Trinamool to demonstrate…

The Hindu

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Heavyweights Mumbai lose to Tripura, Delhi beat Chandigarh

NEW DELHI: In a rain-affected group A league match of the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Bengaluru on Sunday, the underdog team Tripura secured a well-deserved 53-run victory over the formidable Mumbai.

The Times of India

FIR against West Bengal BJP MLAs for not standing up during national anthem

The Kolkata Police has registered an FIR against 12 BJP legislators on the basis of a complaint filed by an official of West Bengal Assembly for allegedly “insulting” the national anthem.

The Hindu

Elect so many MPs that Modi credits Bengal for his third term, says Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah urges West Bengal to elect enough BJP MPs in 2024 Lok Sabha election to make PM Modi credit the State for his third term. He also asserted that the BJP will form the next government in the State with two-thirds majority in 2026 Assembly election

The Hindu

Northeast monsoon brings relief to farmers in Prakasam

Rabi farming activity in Prakasam district has picked up pace due to Northeast monsoon rains. Farmers were struggling due to scanty rainfall in Kharif season. Nagarjunasagar reservoir registered meagre inflow. Farmers relieved as district recorded 116.2 mm rainfall. Crop coverage healthy at 26.4% of normal extent. Agriculture dept. distributed 30,000…

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Time is ripe for permanent political solution to Gorkhaland issue: Binoy Tamang after joining Congress

Binoy Tamang, a senior leader in the Darjeeling Hills, joined the Congress and said it is time to find a permanent political solution for the Gorkhas. He highlighted the recognition of the Nepali language by the Congress as the biggest achievement for the Gorkhas

The Times of India

Vijay Hazare Trophy: Minnows Tripura shock defending champions Saurashtra

NEW DELHI: Despite the presence of experienced Indian batsman Cheteshwar Pujara, Saurashtra faced a setback as Tripura secured a convincing 148-run victory over the defending champions in their Group A match of the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Bengaluru on Monday.

The Hindu

CAA rules to be framed by March 2024, says Union Minister

Minister of State for Home Affairs Ajay Kumar Mishra seeks to allay fears of Bengal’s Matua community over the delay in framing rules of the Citizenship Amendment Act

The Hindu

CRICKET | Veteran Karthik begins Tamil Nadu’s quest to reclaim the one-day trophy

.Tamil Nadu, captained by Dinesh Karthik, will look to reignite their fire in the Vijay Hazare Trophy as they face Goa in the Group E opener at the Dadoji Konddev Stadium. Karthik, who had been a commentator for the World Cup, has been diligently preparing with his teammates in Boisar.…

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Alarming surge in road accidents: West Bengal grapples with rising fatalities

KOLKATA: In a concerning trend highlighted by the latest Road Accidents in India Report from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH), West Bengal witnessed a staggering 14.65% increase in road crashes and a 3.48% rise in road crash fatalities from 2021 to 2022. With 13,686 crashes, the state…

The Hindu

Hockey Nationals | Manipur advances after a thrilling draw against Bengal

Manipur drew 3-3 with Bengal in Pool E of Hockey India 13th Senior National men’s championship, topping the group on better goal diff. Bengal fought back from 0-2 deficit to lead 3-2, but Nilakanta Sharma scored off a stroke to ensure Manipur’s entry to knock-outs. In Pool F, Chandigarh beat…

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Rains lash Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh

Rainfall in Prakasam district resumed after a brief dry spell, causing roads to flood. Municipal workers cleared clogged drains. IMD forecasts low pressure area and depression over SE Bay of Bengal, promising more rain. Farmers can sow Bengal gram in December. District recorded 44.2% deficient rainfall. Podili recorded max. 41…

The Times of India

Bengal have task cut out in Vijay Hazare meet

KOLKATA: Bengal will look to make amends after failing to make an impact in the season-opening Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 meet last month. However, they will have their task cut out in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (50-over) meet that gets underway on Thursday.

The Hindu

HOCKEY | Jharkhand bests Chandigarh in a clash that initially failed to live up to its billing

: Jharkhand beat Chandigarh 2-0 in a Pool F match of the Hockey India-13th Senior National men's championship. Bengal also won 10-0 against J&K in Pool E. Chhattisgarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli & Daman & Diu, Telangana also won their respective matches.

The Hindu

Mamata Banerjee mixes business with politics at seventh edition of BGBS

Mamata Banerjee on November 22 announced a number of new policies to increase exports, modernise logistics and promote renewable energy manufacturing in the State

The Hindu

Violence affecting West Bengal politics: Governor on Joynagar murder case

Governor Bose asserts strong action will be taken against violence in Joynagar, South 24 Parganas district. Trinamool Congress leader Saifuddin Laskar shot dead, one of accused lynched by locals. Family members and local party leadership blamed CPI(M) leader. Houses of CPI(M) supporters ransacked and set on fire.

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