West Bengal
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Suvendu Adhikari defeated Mamata Banerjee even in her own home ward, not just in Bhabanipur
West Bengal | May 21, 2026, 02:32 PM ISTSuvendu Adhikari scored a sweeping win over Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur, even leading in the ward surrounding her Kalighat residence. Booth-wise results show deep erosion in TMC support, with the BJP leader winning 207 booths and securing 63 per cent vote share.
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After schools, Suvendu govt extends mandatory Vande Mataram rule to all madrasas in Bengal
West Bengal | May 21, 2026, 01:43 PM ISTThe West Bengal government has made Vande Mataram compulsory in all recognised madrasas after earlier mandating it in government schools. The Madrasa Education Directorate issued an immediate-effect order cancelling previous rules.
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Falta Assembly repolling: Polling concludes with 87% turnout; Jahangir Khan didn't cast vote
West Bengal | May 21, 2026, 08:38 PM ISTFalta Assembly repolling: Repolling was held across all 285 booths in the 144-Falta Assembly Constituency of South 24 Parganas in West Bengal.
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'BJP will be removed from power in Delhi soon': Mamata Banerjee's fresh attack after Bengal defeat
India | May 20, 2026, 08:16 AM ISTMamata Banerjee's remarks came after BJP secured a decisive victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections, winning 207 seats and ending the TMC's 15-year rule in the state.
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West Bengal reduces OBC reservation to 7%, 66 castes regularised in big revision of quota list
West Bengal | May 19, 2026, 10:27 PM ISTAccording to the Bengal government, the earlier system provided 10 per cent reservation under the OBC Category A and 7 per cent under OBC Category B. Under the revised policy, only a total of 7 per cent reservation will remain in force.
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TMC candidate Jahangir Khan pulls out of Falta Assembly repoll race in big jolt to Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal | May 19, 2026, 02:59 PM ISTPolling was countermanded in Falta in South 24 Parganas district, following allegations of largescale irregularities on April 29, the day of voting.
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Abhishek Banerjee under scanner as Kolkata civic body issues notice over unauthorised constructions
West Bengal | May 19, 2026, 11:08 AM ISTWith the change of power in West Bengal, troubles appear to be mounting for Abhishek Banerjee as the Kolkata Municipal Corporation has issued a notice to him.
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Suvendu-led Bengal govt to remove Mamata Banerjee-designed football sculpture at Salt Lake Stadium
West Bengal | May 19, 2026, 09:16 AM ISTThe West Bengal government under Shuvendu Adhikari has ordered the removal of a statue designed by former CM Mamata Banerjee at Salt Lake Stadium. The move comes amid a series of assertive actions taken by the new BJP-led administration following its massive electoral victory.
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'Hooliganism will be eradicated': CM Adhikari warns of strict action over Park Circus violence
West Bengal | May 18, 2026, 04:04 PM ISTWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has warned that his government won't hesitate in taking stern action against those responsible for attacking police personnel and damaging public property.
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Bengal government raises upper age limit for state job recruitment: Check revised recruitment rules
West Bengal | May 18, 2026, 09:33 AM ISTThe West Bengal government has introduced sweeping changes to state job eligibility by increasing the upper age limit across Group A, B, C and D services. The revised limits, now ranging from 41 to 45 years, have come into effect from May 11.
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Security cover of several TMC leaders scaled down as West Bengal government reviews VIP protection
West Bengal | May 17, 2026, 09:58 PM ISTAs per sources, police house guards posted outside the residences of several TMC leaders have been withdrawn. These leaders would now only receive the protection corresponding to their current constitutional or official status.
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West Bengal: Protest against bulldozer action turns violent in Kolkata, several held; 3 cops injured
West Bengal | May 17, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTThe protestors were agitating against a bulldozer action that was launched by the West Bengal government against alleged illegal constructions in the Tiljala area of Kolkata following a fire at a factory that claimed two lives earlier this week.
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'Bulldozers will roll across country....': Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh warns of illegal construction
West Bengal | May 17, 2026, 10:39 AM ISTWest Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh has issued a strong statement regarding the ongoing bulldozer drive in West Bengal, saying that bulldozers will be used wherever illegal construction or encroachment is found.
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WBJEE admit card 2026 OUT at wbjeeb.nic.in, how to download; check exam day guidelines
Education | May 16, 2026, 11:33 AM ISTWBJEE admit card 2026 OUT: WBJEE admit card 2026 has been released on the official website - wbjeeb.nic.in. WBJEE is scheduled to be held on May 24.
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Stone pelting, vandalism reported in Bengal's Asansol over instructions to lower loudspeaker volume
Kolkata | May 16, 2026, 07:26 AM ISTVandalism reported in Bengal's Asansol: The violence erupted when the mosque committee members were talking to the cops and a mob started pelting stones. However, a large police contingent and central force personnel rushed to the spot and drove away the attackers.
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Bengal adopts 'Yogi Model' with 24 UP bulldozers to demolish illegal encroachments across Siliguri
West Bengal | May 15, 2026, 12:45 PM ISTWest Bengal has initiated a strong anti-encroachment campaign in Siliguri, signalling the introduction of the 'Yogi Model' in the state. Nearly two dozen bulldozers from Uttar Pradesh will be deployed to demolish illegal constructions.
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Kolkata DCP Shantanu Sinha Biswas arrested by ED in Sona Pappu extortion-money laundering case
West Bengal | May 14, 2026, 10:31 PM ISTThe arrest comes after the Kolkata DCP skipped several summons issued to him by the ED in connection with the Sona Pappu extortion and money laundering case in the West Bengal capital.
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Bengal govt makes Vande Mataram compulsory in school assemblies, orders strict monitoring statewide
West Bengal | May 14, 2026, 01:28 PM ISTThe West Bengal government has instructed all state-run and aided schools to make the singing of Vande Mataram mandatory during morning assemblies. The directive adds to existing practices involving 'Jana Gana Mana' and 'Banglar Mati Banglar Jol'.
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Who is Rathindra Bose? First-time MLA set to become West Bengal Assembly Speaker
West Bengal | May 14, 2026, 03:12 PM ISTThe BJP has nominated Rathindra Bose, MLA from Cooch Behar South, as its Speaker candidate for the 18th West Bengal Assembly. The election for the Speaker's post is scheduled to be held on Friday (May 15).
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WBCHSE HS scorecard link activated at result.wb.gov.in: Six ways to download 12th marksheet
Exam Results | May 14, 2026, 11:10 AM ISTWBCHSE HS scorecard link at result.wb.gov.in: The WBCHSE HS scorecard link is available now on the official website - result.wb.gov.in. The WBCHSE HS scorecard login credentials are - registration number, roll number. A total of 91.23 per cent students cleared the WBCHSE HS, 12th exam successfully.