Bengal
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Mamata Banerjee visits flood-affected areas, accuses Jharkhand of deliberately releasing extra water
Kolkata | Sep 18, 2024, 08:20 PM ISTThe flood-like situation was apprehended in at least seven districts of West Bengal after the release of water from dams in neighbouring Jharkhand. Earlier, Mamata had said "I have called the Jharkhand CM three times and urged him to regulate the release of water."
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West Bengal's Aparajita bill: Is it possible to finish probe in rape cases in 21 days?
Originals | Sep 04, 2024, 04:55 PM ISTThe West Bengal assembly unanimously passed the Aparajita Bill which came in response to the outcry over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata on August 9. Here's a look at the average investigation time and the reasons for the delay.
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Mamata Banerjee leaves NITI Aayog meeting midway, says 'As I was speaking, my mic was stopped'
India | Jul 27, 2024, 02:47 PM ISTMamata Banerjee is the only Chief Minister from the INDIA bloc who was attending the meet.
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Bengal hijab row: Teacher opts not to rejoin after college permits head scarf
Kolkata | Jun 14, 2024, 12:06 PM ISTSanjida Qadar, a teacher at LJD Law College in Kolkata, decided not to return to her position after being initially asked not to wear a hijab but later permitted to use a head scarf. Citing discomfort, Qadar announced her decision via email on Thursday to explore new opportunities.
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Cyclone Remal weakens, expected to gradually lose strength: Weather office
India | May 27, 2024, 11:27 PM ISTThe India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced that Cyclone 'Remal' has downgraded from a severe cyclonic storm to a cyclonic storm and is expected to further weaken into a deep depression.
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West Bengal: Sandeshkhali TMC worker detained for 'molesting' minor girl
West Bengal | May 19, 2024, 10:14 AM ISTThe girl, a Class-8 student, managed to escape and started shouting for help as family members and neighbours came out, police said, quoting the complaint.
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Amit Shah asserts India's claim over PoK amid Bengal opposition criticism | 15th May | Speed News
News | May 15, 2024, 11:44 PM ISTAmit Shah asserts India's claim over PoK amid Bengal opposition criticism. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court ordered the release of the NewsClick founder in the UAPA case.
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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: PM Modi holds mega roadshow with Bihar CM Nitish Kumar in Patna
Bihar | May 12, 2024, 11:39 PM ISTAhead of the voting of fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections, PM Modi held a mega roadshow in Bihar's capital Patna. Earlier today Prime Minister held four back-to-back rallies in West Bengal.
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Mamata dubs BJP as ‘job-eater’ after HC scraps recruitment of 26,000 teachers: ‘Will RSS take over?’
West Bengal | Apr 26, 2024, 06:01 PM ISTMamata Banerjee slammed the BJP and Congress over the issue and alleged that the leaders of these parties conspired which was evident from their reactions after the High Court's verdict.
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Happy Pohela Boishakh 2024: Wishes, messages, images, and greetings to share on Bengali New Year
Lifestyle | Apr 14, 2024, 08:40 AM ISTCheck the vibrant wishes and festive greetings for Happy Pohela Boishakh 2024! Share the joy with heartfelt messages and colourful images to mark the Bengali New Year.
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West Bengal BJP chief Sukanta Majumdar's car meets with accident, escapes unhurt
West Bengal | Mar 03, 2024, 09:58 PM ISTMajumdar, who was fielded by the party from Balurghat Lok Sabha seat for the second time, was returning from a football tournament where he was the chief guest. He demanded an inquiry to determine if there was any conspiracy to target opposition BJP leaders in the state.
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West Bengal: Acting ED director Rahul Navin reaches Kolkata after attack on its officials | VIDEO
Kolkata | Jan 09, 2024, 12:44 PM ISTWest Bengal news: A second agency team was attacked and their vehicle was damaged during the arrest of another TMC leader Shankar Adhya in Bongaon of the said district on the same day.
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West Bengal government appoints Rajeev Kumar as new DG and IGP
West Bengal | Dec 27, 2023, 09:53 PM ISTWest Bengal new DG: A 1989-batch IPS officer with an engineering degree from IIT Roorkee, Kumar held prominent positions such as commissioner of Kolkata Police, joint commissioner (Special Task Force), and director general, among others.
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Income Tax raids target businessmen, former TMC MLA in Bengal over alleged tax evasion
Kolkata | Dec 13, 2023, 12:50 PM ISTWest Bengal: Raids occurred in Asansol, Durgapur, and Raniganj. Officials sought documents related to finances and property, emphasizing tax compliance assessments.
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Bengal BJP MLAs use 'Gangajal' to purify Ambedkar statue where TMC lawmakers held protest | Watch
West Bengal | Dec 01, 2023, 05:12 PM ISTThe BJP MLAs unanimously decided to cleanse the statue with Ganga water symbolically. Over 30 BJP legislators, led by Adhikari, took turns in pouring Ganga water at the spot before leaving the assembly premises.
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Bengal youth sentenced to death for killing ex-fiancee last year
West Bengal | Aug 31, 2023, 08:22 PM ISTFast-track court judge Santosh Kumar Pathak pronounced the judgment. However, the youth's counsel pleaded for life-term punishment for his client.
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Kolkata: Jadavpur University officiating vice-chancellor meets Bengal Governor for emergency review
Kolkata | Aug 24, 2023, 11:46 PM ISTA 17-year-old student died after falling from a second-floor balcony of the main boys' hostel, situated outside the university campus, on August 9.
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Manoj Tiwary reverses retirement; 'gives himself one more year' to claim Ranji Trophy for Bengal
Cricket | Aug 09, 2023, 07:33 AM ISTBengal cricketer Manoj Tiwary has reversed his retirement decision and will play for Bengal for one more year in a bid to claim the Ranji Trophy.
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West Bengal Assembly monsoon session to start on July 24 | Here are FULL DETAILS
West Bengal | Jul 22, 2023, 05:40 PM ISTWest Bengal Assembly monsoon session: As Opposition BJP is set to corner the Trinamool Govt in the state over several issues, mainly the violence which took place during the Panchayat polls, as well as there, is likelihood that the party may stage a walkout.
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OPINION | BENGAL : THOSE WHO ASSAULTED WOMEN MUST BE PUNISHED
India | Jul 22, 2023, 02:45 PM ISTThe house of one of the accused was set on fire by a mob of angry women in Manipur. But, in West Bengal, reports have come of women candidates of BJP being beaten up and stripped.