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BJP MLA Rathindra Bose elected unopposed as West Bengal assembly Speaker

Rathindra Bose has been elected unopposed as the Speaker of the West Bengal assembly. He is the first legislator from North Bengal to hold this prestigious position. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari proposed his name. The BJP holds a strong majority in the assembly. This election marks a significant moment for…

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Fuel price hike may push up freight costs by 3%: Transport operators

Fuel prices have surged in West Bengal, impacting transport costs. Operators anticipate a three percent rise in freight charges. They are urging the government to monitor product prices and prevent traders from increasing them unfairly. State governments are also being asked to consider reducing local taxes to ease the burden…

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RBI cancels registrations of 150 NBFCs; around 67 firms from Delhi, 75 from West Bengal

The Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the registration of 150 Non-Banking Financial Companies. The highest number of affected firms are registered in Delhi and West Bengal. These companies can no longer conduct financial business. This action impacts lending, leasing, and investment activities. The RBI has taken this step under…

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BCI seeks report from WB Bar Council on practice status of Mamata Banerjee after her HC appearance

The Bar Council of India has asked the West Bengal Bar Council for a report. This report concerns Mamata Banerjee's lawyer enrolment and practice status. She appeared in court recently in lawyer's attire. The Council needs details on her enrolment and practice during and after her chief minister tenure.

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Fit certificate a must: Bengal govt issues new guidelines for animal slaughter

The West Bengal government has introduced new rules for animal slaughter. Animals must now have a 'fit certificate' from authorities before being slaughtered. Slaughter in public places is strictly forbidden. These guidelines follow court orders and existing laws. Violators face penalties including imprisonment or fines. The aim is to ensure…

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Ex-Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee appears before Calcutta HC to argue post-poll violence case

Kolkata: Former West Bengal chief minister and TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee on Thursday appeared before the Calcutta High Court to argue a case in connection with alleged post-poll violence and attacks on party offices.

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wbchse.wb.gov.in WBCHSE West Bengal Class 12th Results 2026 Alternative Websites: How to download scores from DigiLocker? Check details

The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) will announce Class 12 results today at 10:30 am, with scorecards accessible online from 11 am. Students can check results on official websites or DigiLocker. A minimum of 30% in each subject is required to pass.

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WBCHSE HS Toppers List 2026: Adrito Paul tops with 99.2 percent; check full list of scorers here

The West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) announced Class 12 results today, with Adrito Paul topping the list with 99.2%. The overall pass percentage stands at 91.2%, with over 5.71 lakh students clearing the exams. The toppers' list, including 64 students in the top 10, was released alongside…

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Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul vows 24x7 women mobility, priority action on complaints

West Bengal Minister Agnimitra Paul pledged women's freedom to move anytime, with priority given to their police complaints. She announced CCTV monitoring in civic bodies for transparency and vowed to stop illegal toll plazas, sand extraction, and coal mining. The government will also streamline the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme and address…

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WBCHSE 12th Result 2026 today at 10.30 AM: Check how to download Uchch Madhyamik result at wbchse.wb.gov.in, DigiLocker and more

West Bengal HS Class 12 Result 2026: West Bengal Higher Secondary results for over 7 lakh Class 12 students are out today, with the announcement made at 10:30 AM and online access beginning at 11 AM. Students can check their scores on official websites like wbchse.wb.gov.in and result.wb.gov.in, or via…

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Proud of our son Suvendu, doesn't need to sign membership to join family: RSS

The RSS considers leaders joining the BJP from other parties as part of its ideological family. General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale stated that formal membership is not required, likening it to a daughter-in-law joining a household. He expressed happiness at the BJP's growth and acceptance. Swayamsevaks played a role in West…

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Census, Hunter, Eaton: Essential reading on the Bengali Muslim

One of West Bengal’s most controversial poll seasons just concluded, with the Bharatiya Janata Party defeating the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government.

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West Bengal's govt issues major new order on toll gates closure

As per the official order, district magistrates will first identify such toll gates/drop gates that fall in their jurisdiction, after which these structure will be removed/closed and necessary steps will be taken to prevent their re-establishment.

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West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari sworn-in as MLA in Legislative Assembly

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal Chief Minister following a significant BJP win. He bowed to the assembly steps before entering. The new government's first cabinet meeting resolved to transfer land to the Border Security Force for fencing the India-Bangladesh border. This move aims to address illegal infiltration. The…

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Ayushman Bharat scheme for West Bengal: Who is eligible for AB-PMJAY and how you can apply

West Bengal is bringing back the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. This scheme provides cashless health insurance of up to Rs 5 lakh per family each year. All senior citizens aged 70 and above can now apply for this coverage. The government aims to ease the burden of…

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Could Deleted Votes Have Changed 31 Bengal Seats?

What happens when the number of deleted voters becomes bigger than the winning margin in an election seat? That question is now at the centre of a major political and legal debate in West Bengal after All India Trinamool Congress made explosive claims before the Supreme Court of India. The…

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CBI takes over probe in murder of West Bengal CM Suvendu's aide, files FIR

The CBI has taken over the investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The state police had previously arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in connection with the killing. Rath was shot dead in Madhyamgram on May 6. The CBI's…

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In BJP-EC's 'chor bazaar', bigger the theft, bigger the reward: Rahul Gandhi's dig at WB govt appointments

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi slammed the recent appointments in West Bengal, likening the situation to a 'chor bazaar' orchestrated by the BJP alongside the Election Commission.

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Who is IITian Manoj Agarwal, West Bengal’s new chief secretary, and why is the opposition criticising his appointment?

Senior IAS officer Manoj Agarwal has been appointed as the new chief secretary of West Bengal. This appointment has sparked controversy, with opposition parties alleging political favouritism due to Agarwal's recent role as Chief Electoral Officer during the state's Assembly elections.

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Summon envoy over Muslims' persecution, demands Jamaat

Following BJP's victories in Assam and West Bengal, allies of Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami are alleging ongoing persecution of Muslims across the border. They claim "anti-Bangladesh" forces will continue to spread provocation and communalism. While some opposition groups demand Dhaka summon the Indian envoy, the ruling BNP emphasizes a neighborly relationship with…

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Can't intimidate us with barbed wire, says Bangladesh, puts border force on alert

Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser stated the nation will not be intimidated by border fencing, questioning the new West Bengal government's approach to governance. Dhaka warned of action against "push-back" incidents and asserted it would not remain silent if killings along the border continue, while Border Guard Bangladesh remains on high…

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Suvendu aide murder: Mother of UP man arrested in Chandranath Rath case claims son innocent, demands CBI probe

A grieving mother from Ballia protests the arrest of her son, Raj Singh, in connection with the controversial Chandranath Rath murder case. Captured by Bengal Police during his return from Ayodhya, she claims that he is the victim of a grave miscarriage of justice.

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‘Someone who is TMC in the morning can become BJP by night’: Bengal’s week of violence

On Monday morning, fresh reports of arson emerged from Khejuri, the second such incident in as many nights. The BJP called it an electrical fault. The TMC called it arson. The competing versions have continued to sound the same – in the days after Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as…

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Bengal govt to decide on DA, 7th Pay Commission in next cabinet meeting: CM Suvendu Adhikari

On May 18, the West Bengal government is set to convene its second cabinet meeting, where crucial topics are on the agenda. Discussions will revolve around the much-anticipated Dearness Allowance adjustments for both state workers and retirees. Additionally, the proposal for establishing the Seventh Pay Commission will be reviewed.

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BJP serves fish curry and rice in West Bengal to counter food politics jibe

Newly sworn-in BJP legislators in West Bengal are hosting fish festivals. These events aim to counter accusations that the BJP is against Bengali food culture. MLAs are serving traditional Bengali meals, including fish curry and rice. This initiative is seen as a cultural outreach and political symbolism. The BJP seeks…

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