West Bengal to distribute 70 lakh flags for Har Ghar Tiranga, plans tricolor rally
West Bengal will distribute seventy lakh national flags for the Har Ghar Tiranga programme. A massive tricolor rally is planned for August tenth in Kolkata city. Thousands are expected to join the rally, which starts from Netaji Statue. Various government departments and organisations will also participate in the event. Numerous awareness programs and competitions are being organized across the state.
West Bengal removes 5,299 loudspeakers from religious sites
West Bengal removed 5299 loudspeakers from religious buildings, including mosques and temples. This action followed a Calcutta High Court order and verbal police instructions. The state government also plans to increase wards in municipal corporations. A special assembly session will consider these delimitation bills for civic polls. These changes aim to reshape local governance structures across the state.
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West Bengal to distribute 70 lakh Tricolours ahead of Independence Day: Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal will distribute seventy lakh national flags for the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. The state joins the central initiative for the first time this year. Government buildings and heritage structures will be illuminated with flag colours. A Tiranga Rally is planned in Kolkata on August tenth. The campaign aims to promote patriotism and national unity among citizens.
West Bengal to convene special assembly session on August 12 for Kolkata, Howrah ward delimitation
The West Bengal assembly will convene a special session on August 12. This session will consider Bills for delimiting Kolkata and Howrah municipal corporations. The proposed amendments seek to increase wards in Kolkata and Howrah. This move paves the way for upcoming civic polls in these corporations. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced this after a state cabinet meeting.
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Kolkatas Elliot Park Unveils Natural Beauty as View-Blockers Removed
Kolkata, August 6: Following the directives of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, view-blockers have been removed from a popular public park in central Kolkata starting Thursday. This is the same park where former Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee used to take her morning walks. In a message posted on social media, Chief Minister Adhikari shared ... Read more Kolkatas Elliot Park Unveils Natural Beauty as View-Blockers Removed
Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Targeted in Alleged JeM Plot
The alleged uncovering of a Pakistan-linked terror conspiracy targeting the Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari has added a new dimension to an ongoing counter-terrorism investigation in West Bengal. According to the states Special Task Force (STF), an alleged operative linked to the Pakistan-based terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) was arrested after investigators uncovered plans involving reconnaissance, encrypted Continue reading Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Targeted in Alleged JeM Plot The post Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari Targeted in Alleged JeM Plot appeared first on OurVoice | WeRIndia - Analysis & Opinion .
Police order mosques to remove loudspeakers in parts of Bengal
Kolkata: In parts of West Bengal, police approached mosques and verbally ordered them to limit and take down loudspeakers, and install sound boxes after removing the loudspeakers from the top of the structures. However, without an official written order, mosque committees have raised doubts regarding the directions. While in some places officials directly approached mosques, 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 .
Active monsoon to bring heavy downpour to Bengal districts: IMD
Kolkata: The IMD on Thursday, August 6, forecast heavy rain in some places across West Bengal till August 7 owing to an active monsoon and favourable wind pattern. Very heavy precipitation is likely over the south Bengal districts of Purba and Paschim Medinipur and Bankura, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. Heavy rain is likely 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 .
Two Arrested in Malda, West Bengal with
Kolkata, August 6: Two young men were arrested on Thursday in the Gazole area of Malda district, West Bengal. They were found in possession of 4.1 million in unaccounted cash and 568 grams of brown sugar. A police officer from the district reported that the suspects were apprehended early Thursday morning on National Highway-12. Authorities ... Read more Two Arrested in Malda, West Bengal with 4.1 Million and Illegal Drugs
Supreme Court Grants Interim Relief to Abhishek Banerjees Fugitive PA
New Delhi, August 6: The Supreme Court provided interim relief on Thursday to Sumit Roy, the fugitive personal assistant of TMC General Secretary and Diamond Harbour MP Abhishek Banerjee, preventing his arrest. A bench comprising Chief Justice Suryakant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohan issued a stay on the arrest by the West Bengal ... Read more Supreme Court Grants Interim Relief to Abhishek Banerjees Fugitive PA
West Bengal govt failed to protect tribal interests in mining land acquisition, says CAG report
The CAG has flagged the West Bengal government's failure in safeguarding tribal interests. Land acquisition for mining projects resulted in inadequate compensation payments to tribal people. District officials' inaction led to significant shortfalls in rehabilitation and compensation amounts. Companies failed to pay mandatory solatium and additional compensation as required by law.
West Bengal Government to Make Key Decisions in Cabinet Meeting: Dilip Ghosh
New Town, August 6: West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh provided updates on the Cabinet meeting, heavy rainfall, the situation in Bangladesh, healthcare services, and loan distribution in the Panchayat department. He stated that the West Bengal government is convening a Cabinet meeting today, where several important decisions are expected to be made in line with ... Read more West Bengal Government to Make Key Decisions in Cabinet Meeting: Dilip Ghosh
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Politics Over West Bengal's Loudspeaker Ban At Religious Sites
The removal of loudspeakers from religious sites in West Bengal has sparked a war of words between political parties. While the government says the action is aimed at curbing noise pollution, the TMC and ISF have accused the administration of selectively targeting one religion.
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West Bengals Banglar Bari Project Renamed to West Bengal Housing
Kolkata, August 6: The previous state governments Banglar Bari Project will be permanently renamed to West Bengal Housing. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari will initiate the process of transferring the second installment directly into the accounts of 1 million families under this newly named project from the Nabanna auditorium at the state secretariat. The former Trinamool ... Read more West Bengals Banglar Bari Project Renamed to West Bengal Housing
Jewellery Unit Lodges 3.5 Cr Gold Fraud Plaint
Calcutta High Court dismisses Tollywood case after state files report
Bengal govt pledges support, Nehru Childrens Museum to stay open
Durga Puja drives Kolkatas rise as a cultural tourism hotspot
81.2 mm Rain Floods Kolkata, More Showers Today: Met
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Thunderstorm Strikes West Bengal, Four Dead from Lightning Strikes
Kolkata, August 5: A severe thunderstorm in West Bengals West Medinipur district on Wednesday resulted in the tragic deaths of four individuals, including three women, due to lightning strikes, according to police reports. The police stated that 59-year-old Tapas Sabra was struck by lightning in the Thagamara area of the Narayanpur police station jurisdiction. In ... Read more Thunderstorm Strikes West Bengal, Four Dead from Lightning Strikes
Bengal BJP begins clean-up; suspends 22 leaders over extortion
The ruling BJP in West Bengal has suspended 22 functionaries, including several mandal presidents, over allegations of extortion and indiscipline. This action follows public warnings from the party leadership against adopting an 'extortion culture' and comes ahead of a visit by BJP's central in-charge for West Bengal, Sunil Bansal, to review the party's organisation and the new government's functioning.
Minister Agnimitra Paul Criticizes TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha for Lack of Support
Asansol, August 5: Minister Agnimitra Paul of the West Bengal government has launched a sharp attack on TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha. He stated that Sinha has never stepped forward to assist the community over the years. Now that the state has a double-engine government, Sinha is suggesting collaboration. During a media interaction, Paul questioned Sinhas ... Read more Minister Agnimitra Paul Criticizes TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha for Lack of Support
State govt starts talks with Tata Group for Singur out-of-court settlement
Babshai Bangali Foundation to host annual business conclave Aug 7
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West Bengal govt awaits Calcutta Stock Exchanges roadmap, board to discuss future strategy
In its maiden Budget, the BJP government in the State proposed to support revival of the iconic bourse to reclaim Kolkatas place as a financial capital
West Bengal Chief Minister Conducts Surprise Visits to Fire Department and Police Stations
Kolkata, August 5: West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari made unexpected visits to police stations and the fire department headquarters in Kolkata on Wednesday. Adhikari toured the Watganj and Iqbalpur police stations in the Kolkata port area before heading to the Kolkata Police headquarters at Lalbazar, where he met with Police Commissioner Ajay Nand. Earlier ... Read more West Bengal Chief Minister Conducts Surprise Visits to Fire Department and Police Stations
Kolkata to Showcase Government Welfare Schemes in Independence Day Parade
Kolkata, August 5: This year, Kolkatas Independence Day celebrations will feature floats highlighting various welfare schemes from both the central and West Bengal governments. Initiatives such as the Annapurna Scheme, the Developed India-Gi Ram Ji Scheme, the PM Housing Scheme, and free bus travel for women will be prominently displayed. A government official announced on ... Read more Kolkata to Showcase Government Welfare Schemes in Independence Day Parade
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Birbhum cash haul: Bengal Police raids in-laws' house of absconding stone trader Tulu Mondal
West Bengal Police searched absconding stone trader Tulu Mondal's in-laws' homes. Investigators recovered a suspicious bag during the searches in Birbhum district. Huge quantities of cash and gold were previously found at another relative's house. Assets worth approximately 220 crore rupees have been frozen by authorities. The ongoing investigation aims to trace Tulu Mondal and his concealed assets.
Independence Day tableaux in Kolkata to highlight welfare schemes of Centre, West Bengal govt
Kolkata, Aug 5 (IANS) From Annapurna Yojana and VB-G Ram G ACT, 2025 to PM Awas Yojana and free bus rides for women, this time, the Independence Day tableaux in
Bengal STF raids residences of absconding Tulu Mondal
Kolkata, Aug 5 (IANS) The Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal Police was conducting marathon raids and search operations on the residences of two brothers-in-law of Tulu Mondal a.k.a.
West Bengal BJP Directs Ministers to Meet Legislators Weekly Despite Assembly Break
Kolkata, August 5: The West Bengal BJP has instructed state cabinet members to meet with party legislators weekly, even when the assembly is not in session. This initiative aims to enhance coordination and address local development issues more effectively. Amalan Bhaduri, the chief whip of the BJP legislative party, has issued directives to current state ... Read more West Bengal BJP Directs Ministers to Meet Legislators Weekly Despite Assembly Break
Calcutta high court rejects TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee's foreign travel plea for eye treatment
Calcutta High Court dismisses Abhishek Banerjee's plea to visit abroad for eye treatment
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West Bengal Clears Fast-Track Land Acquisition For Strategic Rail Link Near Doklam
The West Bengal government has approved fast-tracking the acquisition of nearly 380 hectares of land for the strategically significant Chalsa-Naxak railway line, bringing rail connectivity closer to the India-China-Bhutan tri-junction near Doklam. The long-pending project, originally sanctioned in 2011-12 and stalled since 2019, has now been revived. The Railways has also sanctioned around Rs 272 crore for a new 17-km railway line to Jaldhaka, aimed at improving border connectivity and boosting tourism in North Bengal. A joint survey by the Railways and the West Bengal Forest Department will begin after the monsoon.
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Bengal govt issues notification announcing enhanced DA payment from Oct 1
Kolkata, Aug 5 (IANS) The West Bengal Finance department has issued a notification announcing the enhanced dearness allowance payment to the tune of 38 per cent to the state government
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Mamata Banerjee Claims Royalty Issues Linked to BJPs Influence
Kolkata, August 5: Mamata Banerjee, the leader of the Trinamool Congress and former Chief Minister of West Bengal, has alleged that she has not received royalties for her books since the change of power in the state. She suggested that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) may have a role in this disruption. In a Facebook ... Read more Mamata Banerjee Claims Royalty Issues Linked to BJPs Influence
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NCPI rift deepens as 3 MPs skip NDA meeting for second time
In a significant show of dissent, three NCPI MPs opted out of an important NDA parliamentary meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Representing Muslim-heavy constituencies in West Bengal, these MPs have now missed two such gatherings. They have made it clear they are not aligning with either the NDA or the BJP, leading to questions from constituents about their affiliations.
West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari meets Nirmala Sitharaman to address tea garden and textile workers
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They were roaming around suspiciously at Nawab Zakir area in Raghunathgunj near the India-Bangladesh border on Monday night: Reports
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Police Crackdown on Drug Trade in Jalpaiguri Following Youth Complaints
Kolkata, August 4: In West Bengal, two young men reported rising drug trafficking in their area to Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. Just two days later, police launched a significant anti-drug operation in Jalpaiguri. Officials announced on Tuesday that narcotics and illegal alcohol were seized during the operation. The crackdown took place on Monday night in ... Read more Police Crackdown on Drug Trade in Jalpaiguri Following Youth Complaints
Railway officers torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability and resolve: LG Sinha
Srinagar, Aug 04: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed and congratulated the officer trainees of the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management, Lucknow, who are on the field visit to Jammu Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted their important role in shaping the future of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) and expressed immense pleasure in interacting with the 69 officer trainees selected through the Civil Services Examination in 2022, 2023, and 2024 batch. You are the torchbearers of New Indias pace, capability, and resolve. The diversity of backgrounds among the trainees, spanning engineering, medicine, law, science, and the arts, and representing states/UTs across the country including Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, West Bengal, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, Odisha, and Chandigarh, reflects the soul of India. This diversity transforms into a shared national purpose during training, making the Institute a true laboratory of national unity, the Lieutenant Governor said. The Lieutenant Governor emphasized the key role of Indian Railways in Indias transformation. He highlighted the progress achieved over the past 12 years under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Electrification at record levels, the expansion of the dedicated Freight Corridor, the realization of the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakumari, the launch of world-class Vande Bharat trains, and modernization of stations under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme are hallmarks of this new era. It must be noted by the officer trainees that Indian Railways is no longer just a passenger transport system but the driving force of economic development, logistics efficiency, and national unity, he said. The Lieutenant Governor urged the officer trainees to embrace their responsibilities as tough administrators and also as nation-builders. He also stressed the importance of efficiency in freight and passenger transportation. Every minute saved reduces logistics costs, strengthens industry competitiveness, and enhances Indias global standing. Officers of IRMS, IRPFS, and Accounts must balance administrative discipline with human sensitivity, ensuring safety, financial prudence, and public service, he said. The Lieutenant Governor outlined three guiding principles for the trainees including continuous innovation through digital technology, artificial intelligence, and data-driven systems, citizen-first service with respect, accessibility, and sensitivity for all passengers and freight customers and integrity and transparency as custodians of unprecedented national investments in Indian Railways. India is moving forward with confidence towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Your decisions, strategies, and leadership will directly shape the future of millions of Indians. I hope you will remain dedicated to the selfless service of Mother India, lighting the path to a bright and prosperous future, the Lieutenant Governor said. Rahul, Course Director and Professor (Traffic Planning & Costing), officials and faculty members of Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management were also present.
Padma Shri Awardee & Noted Educationist Dr D Y Patil Passes Away At 90 In Maharashtra's Kolhapur
DY Patil, a senior Congress leader, former Governor of West Bengal and Bihar, and a noted educationist, died at the age of 90 on Tuesday. Patil breathed his last at his residence in Maharashtra's Kolhapur
