The Latest Breaking News from West Bengal

Abhishek Banerjee not to appear before ED, says he will be in Delhi for Trinamool’s protest on Oct. 3

Abhishek Banerjee, TMC general sec., won't appear before ED in Kolkata on Oct. 3 due to summons in West Bengal school job scam. He'll be in Delhi for party event. He said on X, "Fight against WB deprivation will persist. No force can hinder my dedication. Stop me if you…

The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023

In Gurugram, 60 days after arson and fire

 Sabina Khatun, Robiul Mullah, Mansura Bibi, Nazia Bibi, Giasuddin, Anupama Pringunayap, Raju Mandal, and Rafiq: Fleeing violence, Bengali Muslim migrants in Gurugram's Sector 70A face job loss and heartbreak. Despite police efforts, fear of persecution lingers.

The Hindu · Sep 29, 2023

Hangzhou Asian Games | Biswas — postman by day, Esports player by night

Ayan, a postman from Birnagar, West Bengal, is representing India at the Asian Games in Hangzhou. His mom scolded him for playing video games, but now she encourages him. He works full-time as a postman, but still finds time to train for Streetfighter: V. He hopes his presence at the…

The Hindu · Sep 26, 2023

West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose cancels US trip over dengue upsurge in state

KOLKATA: West Bengal Governor Dr CV Ananda Bose on Monday cancelled his scheduled USA trip to attend the World Culture Festival as he felt that it would not be appropriate to accept foreign hospitality when the state is facing financial difficulties and dengue deaths, officials said on Monday.

The Times of India · Sep 25, 2023

Health Ministry urges Delhi, Odisha, West Bengal to join AB-PMJAY scheme

Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Bharati Pravin Pawar said both schemes “have been essential to build the foundation for a strong nation”. She said that under the PM-JAY, around 5.59 crore hospital admissions had been undertaken.

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

West Bengal Governor discusses academic, administrative issues with interim Vice-Chancellors of State universities

West Bengal Governor C. V. Ananda Bose has held a virtual meeting with interim Vice-Chancellors of State universities, who were appointed by him, to discuss academic and administrative issues faced by the higher educational institutions.

The Hindu · Sep 25, 2023

Mamata can go to Spain but can’t understand people’s pain: Adhir Ranjan takes dig at Bengal CM

Congress West Bengal president slams CM for Spain trip, criticizes Vande Bharat Express, Women's Reservation Bill & Ramesh Bidhuri episode in LS. Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury criticizes CM Mamata Banerjee for her trip to Spain amid dengue spread, Vande Bharat Express, Women's Reservation Bill & Ramesh Bidhuri episode in…

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

Preacher in mosque arrested on molestation charge

Police in Belagavi, Uttara Kannada District, arrested a 35-year-old preacher from West Bengal on Sunday for child molestation. The arrest was made after parents of a minor boy complained of molestation in a mosque in Kumta taluk. A case has been registered under PoCSO Act.

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

Women Reservation Bill: In 20 States & UTs less than 10% MLAs are female | Data

The BJP government introduced the Women’s Reservation Bill in the new Parliament House, and it was passed by the Lok Sabha on September 20, 2023. The bill proposes to reserve one-third of the seats in the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies for women. However, it can only be implemented after…

The Hindu · Sep 24, 2023

West Bengal welcomes 4th Vande Bharat Express: Patna-Howrah service set to begin

KOLKATA: In a development that promises enhanced connectivity and convenience for the people of West Bengal, the eagerly awaited fourth Vande Bharat Express is all set to hit the tracks.

The Times of India · Sep 22, 2023