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  CM Mamata says Waqf Act won't be implemented in West Bengal, appeals for calm amid violence

  April 12, 2025 14:53 IST

  Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said the Waqf Law has been brought by the Centre and her government will not implement it in West Bengal and people should not get manipulated by political parties that are misusing religion to incite riots.

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  Protest over Waqf Act turns violent in Bengal's Murshidabad, police vehicles set on fire

  April 12, 2025 7:41 IST

  A large number of agitators gathered after the Friday prayers and started protesting against the Waqf Act in Murshidabad. The protests later turned violent when they pelted stones at a police van, which was passing nearby carrying the prisoners.

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  Mamata Banerjee gets contempt notice over remarks on Supreme Court verdict in SSC scam case

  April 10, 2025 13:02 IST

  The notice was issued following her public remarks questioning the apex court’s ruling, which had ordered a CBI probe and cancellation of several illegal appointments in the recruitment scam.

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  West Bengal: 22 arrested after violence erupts in Murshidabad over Waqf Act, security tightened

  April 10, 2025 7:51 IST

  The unrest erupted when a large group of protesters gathered along National Highway 12 in Jangipur to demand the withdrawal of the controversial legislation. Eyewitnesses reported that during the demonstration, protestors threw stones at the police and set fire to several police vehicles.

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  Didi is here to protect you: Mamata Banerjee to Muslims after Waqf Act comes into force

  April 09, 2025 14:04 IST

  Condemning the violence, West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose said he has directed the Government to take immediate ‘bold action’ to curb the violence and submit a report

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  Waqf Act protests Murshidabad turn violent: Prohibitory orders imposed

  April 09, 2025 12:10 IST

  Murshidabad district in West Bengal, which was recently rocked by violence during protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, has now returned to calm. Prohibitory orders are still in place, and internet services remain suspended in some areas to curb the spread of misinformation.

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  Violence breaks out in Bengal's Murshidabad during protest march demanding withdrawal of Waqf Bill

  April 08, 2025 19:21 IST

  When the procession moved from Jangipur to Umarpur to block National Highway 12, the police stopped them and a brawl broke out, in which two vehicles were set on fire.

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  Mamata vows to support sacked Bengal govt teachers, says 'ready to go to jail'

  April 07, 2025 14:18 IST

  The Supreme Court on April 3 invalidated the appointment of 25,753 teachers and staffers in state-run and aided schools in Bengal, calling the entire recruitment process "vitiated and tainted".

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  One dead, eight injured as drunk driver crashes SUV into Kolkata's Thakurpukur market

  April 07, 2025 10:45 IST

  One person was killed and eight others injured when a speeding SUV, allegedly driven by a drunk film director, rammed into a crowded market in Kolkata’s Thakurpukur area on Sunday morning. The driver, Siddhant Das, broke through guardrails on a closed road and ploughed through pedestrians.

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  Ram Navami: BJP claims police stopped procession in Kolkata

  April 06, 2025 16:06 IST

  The festive spirit was palpable on the streets, with saffron flags, devotional music and tableaux depicting scenes from the Ramayana adding to the grandeur of the celebrations.

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  Ram Navami: Calcutta High Court grants permission for procession in West Bengal with restrictions

  April 05, 2025 18:52 IST

  The Calcutta High Court has granted conditional permission for Ram Navami processions in Howrah, West Bengal, amid strict restrictions and safety measures.

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  West Bengal teacher recruitment scam: Mamata will go to jail, she must resign, says BJP

  April 04, 2025 17:06 IST

  Union Minister and West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar asserted that Mamata Banerjee will be the second Chief Minister, after Haryana's O.P. Chautala, to face imprisonment over the teacher recruitment scam.

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  TMC to hold statewide protests against medicine price hike from today, check their demands

  April 04, 2025 7:10 IST

  West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced statewide TMC protests on April 4–5 against the Centre’s decision to hike medicine prices and GST on medical insurance. Over 700 essential drugs were affected.

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  Eid-Ul-Fitr 2025: Kolkata Metro to operate fewer trains on this route, check details

  March 30, 2025 7:54 IST

  Kolkata Metro: India will be celebrating Eid on Monday (March 31). India usually celebrates Eid a day after Saudi Arabia, as the crescent moon is first sighted in the Gulf nation, some parts of India, and a few Western nations.

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  West Bengal: Clashes erupt between two communities in Malda, 34 arrested, internet suspended

  March 29, 2025 9:18 IST

  Clashes between two communities in Malda's Motabari region led to 34 arrests, internet suspension, and heightened police deployment.

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  RG Kar rape-murder: Case doesn't fall under gang rape, CBI tells Calcutta High Court

  March 28, 2025 22:13 IST

  The Calcutta HC has also directed the CBI to submit the case diary initially prepared by the Kolkata Police in connection with the rape-murder of an on-duty doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.

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  Earthquake hits Kolkata and Imphal after 7.7-magnitude tremors strike Bangkok

  March 28, 2025 15:22 IST

  Preliminary reports suggest that there have been no reports of damage to property or loss of life in the city due to the tremor.

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  Bengal govt enhances security in Kolkata for Ram Navami, increased surveillance on procession routes

  March 24, 2025 12:39 IST

  Kolkata is enhancing security for Ram Navami processions with CCTV cameras, body cameras for police, and increased vigilance amid concerns over larger crowds and multiple processions.

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  Massive fire erupts at chemical factory in Dhulagarh, Howrah, 15 fire engines deployed

  March 21, 2025 23:47 IST

  Thick plumes of smoke were seen rising from the factory as emergency services worked to prevent the fire from spreading to nearby areas. Officials have yet to confirm the cause of the fire, and no casualties have been reported so far.

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  West Bengal govt revokes 8 incentive schemes, to formulate modern one to set up industries

  March 20, 2025 12:57 IST

  Mamata Banerjee said that the situation changed a lot in the last 20-25 years and some of the incentives introduced by the erstwhile Left Front government had become "irrelevant" and were withdrawn.

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  Good news for govt employees: West Bengal extends ad hoc bonus of Rs 6,800 to all its staff

  March 19, 2025 12:41 IST

  The West Bengal government also decided to sanction an interest-free advance up to a maximum of Rs 20,000 for those employees having monthly emoluments not exceeding Rs 52,000 in March, he said referring to the order of the finance department.

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  West Bengal: Election Commission takes action on 'fake voters' issue raised by TMC

  March 18, 2025 20:46 IST

  The Election Commission of India has introduced a new feature to identify duplicate voter registrations using a "Duplicate EPIC Number" module to address concerns of fake voters. This move follows allegations from Mamata Banerjee that the BJP manipulated voter lists to influence elections.

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  Rare human coronavirus HKU1 detected in Kolkata: Is it dangerous than COVID? All you need to know

  March 17, 2025 18:27 IST

  Rare human coronavirus HKU1 detected in Kolkata: In a statement, the hospital stated that this is an isolated case and has advised all to stay cautious and prevent its spread.

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  Mamata Banerjee visits Furfura Sharif for Iftar amid political buzz

  March 17, 2025 18:06 IST

  West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee visited Furfura Sharif for an Iftar gathering, days after meeting ISF leader Nawsad Siddique. The visit sparked political speculation as Bengal's minority vote remains crucial ahead of elections.

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  Suvendu Adhikari claims 1 crore Hindus to join 2,000 Ram Navami rallies in West Bengal on April 6

  March 14, 2025 19:09 IST

  BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari claimed that over one crore Hindus will participate in 2,000 Ram Navami rallies in West Bengal on April 6. He urged organisers not to seek permission from the administration and said a Ram temple will be built in his constituency.

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  Kolkata Metro to operate limited trains on Holi: Check revised timings, other details

  March 12, 2025 13:15 IST

  According to an official statement, metro services along the Dakshineswar–New Garia stretch (North-South corridor) will commence from 2:30 pm onwards. Public transport generally remains suspended in the state during the morning hours on Holi.

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  'Azad Kashmir', 'Free Palestine' graffiti at Jadavpur University triggers uproar, FIR registered

  March 11, 2025 7:38 IST

  Jadavpur University row: Graffiti in black proclaiming 'Azad Kashmir' and 'Free Palestine' was seen on a wall near gate number three of the university.

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  BJP MLA Tapasi Mondal joins TMC in Kolkata, says decided to be part of CM’s developmental initiative

  March 10, 2025 16:54 IST

  Haldia MLA Tapasi Mondal joined the Trinamool Congress at its headquarters in Kolkata in the presence of state Power Minister Aroop Biswas.