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  ED conducts searches at 40 locations against coal mafias in Jharkhand and West Bengal

  India | November 21, 2025 11:25 IST

  These search operations pertain to several major cases of coal theft and smuggling, covering the matters of Anil Goyal, Sanjay Udhyog, LB Singh, and Amar Mandal. The collective scale of the cases involves significant coal pilferage/theft, resulting in a massive financial loss to the government.

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  Election Commission puts West Bengal voter roll revision under strict watch

  November 19, 2025 6:48 IST

  During the discussions, Gyanesh Bharti reaffirmed EC’s firm zero-tolerance stance toward any administrative lapses in the Special Intensive Revision process. An official said Bharti emphasised the Commission’s strict directive to maintain transparency and precision at every stage.

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  AI facial checks to scan out fake, deceased voters as EC tightens scrutiny in Bengal SIR

  November 18, 2025 11:01 IST

  The Election Commission is introducing AI-driven facial matching technology during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal to identify duplicate and fake voters. Despite the new system, booth-level officers will continue to handle on-ground verification.

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  Ex-West Bengal Minister Partha Chatterjee granted bail in school jobs scam

  November 10, 2025 18:41 IST

  Partha Chatterjee is one of the main accused in the multi-crore recruitment scam and was arrested in July 2022. Currently, he is in admitted to a private hospital at Eastern Metropolitan Bypass in Kolkata.

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  TMC MP Kalyan Banerjee loses over Rs 56 lakh in cyber fraud; Kolkata police launch probe

  November 07, 2025 16:58 IST

  Cybercriminals reportedly used forged PAN and Aadhaar documents with a morphed photo to update KYC details and gain control of the account.

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  'If single eligible voter removed, we would ensure fall of BJP govt': Mamata Banerjee on SIR

  November 04, 2025 17:50 IST

  Speaking at a massive rally in Kolkata, she criticised the Election Commission for rushing the SIR, which took two years in 2002 but is now being completed in a month, and demanded transparency on how many Rohingyas and Bangladeshi nationals were identified in Bihar.

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  Bengal SIR: Enumeration forms to list of docs, all you need to know before BLOs reach your doorstep

  Bihar | November 04, 2025 11:59 IST

  West Bengal SIR begins today: All BLOs will carry identity cards bearing QR codes, which can be scanned to verify the identity details of the officer concerned from the Election Commission website.

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  Row erupts over SIR in Bengal, Mamata Banerjee to hit streets in Kolkata on November 4

  November 03, 2025 13:41 IST

  The SIR voter list revision has triggered strong political resistance in West Bengal. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will lead a protest march against the EC action, while BLOs have raised concerns over duty hours and security during training sessions.

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  West Bengal: 48 Bangladeshi nationals arrested while trying to flee India after SIR announcement

  November 02, 2025 22:15 IST

  Thirty-three were caught on Sunday and 15 on Saturday night. A day earlier, 45 others—including women and children—were detained in a similar attempt at Hakimpur.

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  Bengal: TMC accuses Suvendu Adhikari of BLO intimidation, flags threat to free and fair elections

  November 01, 2025 18:00 IST

  During ongoing BLO training for the Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls, participants raised concerns over administrative and security arrangements, lack of official documentation, and inadequate recognition of duty status.

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  West Bengal weather: IMD predicts heavy rains till Saturday as Cyclone Montha weakens

  October 30, 2025 17:51 IST

  West Bengal weather: IMD said heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in the districts of Cooch Behar and Uttar Dinajpur on Friday, while heavy rain is likely in Alipurduar and Cooch Behar on Saturday.

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  WBCHSE West Bengal HS Result 2025: How to download Uchha Madhyamik scorecard at result.wb.gov.in

  Exam Results | October 30, 2025 17:06 IST

  WBCHSE HS Result 2025 Link: The students can check and download WBCHSE HS exam scorecard PDF on the official portal- result.wb.gov.in. The WBCHSE HS scorecard PDF login credentials are- application number, date of birth.

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  WBCHSE West Bengal HS Result 2025: Check Uchha Madhyamik result release date and time

  Education | October 30, 2025 15:14 IST

  WBCHSE Uchha Madhyamik result date 2025: WBCHSE Uchha Madhyamik result 2025 will be announced on Friday, October 31. Check HS result, scorecard release time and link.

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  WBCHSE West Bengal HS Result 2025 tomorrow; when and where to check

  Exam Results | October 30, 2025 13:30 IST

  WBCHSE West Bengal HS Result 2025: The WBCHSE HS result 2025 is scheduled to be out at 12:30 PM, the Uchha Madhyamik marksheet will be available for download on the official website- result.wb.gov.in/ mobile app from 2 PM.

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  Cyclone Montha: IMD issues heavy rainfall alert for West Bengal till October 31

  October 28, 2025 21:17 IST

  The IMD has warned of waterlogging, crop damage, and landslides in hilly areas. Fishermen have been advised to stay ashore as sea conditions remain rough, while authorities continue to monitor the weakening cyclone’s movement inland.

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  SIR row: DMK, TMC allege 'BJP plot' to delete voters; ECI defends electoral roll drive in 12 states

  India | October 27, 2025 23:50 IST

  The Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls has sparked political clashes, with opposition parties accusing the BJP of voter manipulation while the ECI insists it’s a routine constitutional exercise.

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  Chhath Puja special trains to Bihar on October 24: Check full list here

  India | October 23, 2025 19:09 IST

  Chhath Puja special trains: A total of 17 festival special trains will run from Delhi to Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal on October 24. These trains aim to ensure passengers have a comfortable and safe journey home during the festive season.

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  Third person arrested in Howrah Hospital case involving assault and rape threat to junior doctor

  October 22, 2025 20:12 IST

  With the latest arrest, a total of three persons have been apprehended in connection with the incident which took place in the hospital in Uluberia. A traffic home guard and his neighbour were earlier arrested on the basis of a complaint lodged by the doctor.

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  RG Kar rape-murder convict Sanjay Roy's 11-year-old niece found hanging in Kolkata

  October 21, 2025 17:28 IST

  In a tragic development from Kolkata, the 11-year-old niece of RG Kar rape and murder convict Sanjay Roy was found hanging inside a wardrobe at her Alipore residence. Police have launched an investigation amid public anger and questions over the mysterious death.

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  Mamata Banerjee urges PM Modi to revoke appointment of Gorkha interlocutor, calls move 'unilateral'

  India | October 19, 2025 0:04 IST

  Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee underscored that the hill districts have remained peaceful and harmonious since her government came to power in 2011, attributing this stability to sustained and collaborative efforts.