In poll-bound West Bengal a war of words has intensified, with both Trinamool Congress (TMC) and BJP releasing rival “charge sheet” against each other ahead of the assembly elections. Amit Shah alleges corruption violence and infiltration Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday unveiled the BJP’s charge sheet in Kolkata, accusing the All India Trinamool…
TMC national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on March 28, 2026, sharply criticised the BJP over incidents of violence during Ram Navami processions in West Bengal. Addressing a public rally, he described the BJP as a “party of rioters” and accused it of instigating unrest during the religious event. Banerjee alleged that BJP supporters brought in…
In a long‑awaited academic milestone, Calcutta University to hold convocation on campus after six years – Telegraph India announced that the university will hold its convocation on March 23 at the Centenary Auditorium on the College Street campus. Return to Historic Campus Venue This ceremony marks the first time the convocation will take place on…
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has made a significant political announcement ahead of the upcoming 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, highlighting her government’s plans and priorities as the state prepares for another crucial electoral battle. During a public address, the Trinamool Congress leader stressed that her administration will continue focusing on development, welfare programs,…
A series of road accidents in the Jagatballavpur area of Howrah created panic and anger among locals on Tuesday morning. Within a short span of time, two separate incidents resulted in deaths and injuries, leading to protests and vandalism by angry residents. Police forces and the Rapid Action Force (RAF) were deployed to control the…
A powerful explosion early Saturday morning created panic in the Paikpara area of North Kolkata after a blast occurred inside an abandoned club building near Dum Dum. The incident happened around 6 AM, sending shockwaves through nearby residential buildings. Explosion in Abandoned Club Building According to initial reports, the explosion occurred in a long-abandoned club…
Preparations for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 have intensified as authorities began briefing and training sessions for personnel of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF). The initiative is aimed at ensuring smooth, secure, and transparent elections across the state. The briefing session was conducted under the supervision of officials from the office of…
New Delhi: Senior CBI officer V. Chandrasekhar, who supervised the investigation into the high-profile RG Kar Medical College rape and murder case in Kolkata, has been awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. The prestigious honor was announced on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day of India. At the time of the investigation, V….
Kolkata: A major incident of political violence was reported from West Bengal’s capital Kolkata on Sunday evening after a dispute over the use of microphones and loudspeakers escalated into a violent clash between supporters of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The incident took place in the Sakherbazar–Behala West area, creating…
Indian Railways has announced three new Amrit Bharat Express trains for Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, giving a major boost to long-distance connectivity between eastern and southern India. These trains will operate weekly and are being seen as a big relief for passengers ahead of the upcoming elections in both states. The Railway Board has…
West Bengal: In a highly sensitive turn of events, suspended MLA Humayun Kabir laid the foundation stone for a proposed “Babri Masjid” at Beldanga(Mursidabad) today, even as the Calcutta High Court declined to block the ceremony — placing the onus on the Bengal government to ensure law and order. Court clearance, but strict condition on…
West Bengal’s Murshidabad district is on high alert as suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir prepares to lay the foundation stone for a proposed Babri Masjid in Beldanga on Saturday. Since morning, his supporters were seen marching toward the site carrying bricks on their heads, signalling the start of the event. The situation is tense,…
Kolkata: A major relief for teachers in West Bengal: the Calcutta High Court (Division Bench) on 3 December 2025 set aside a 2023 order that had cancelled the appointments of around 32,000 primary school teachers recruited through the 2014 Teachers’ Eligibility Test (TET). The earlier single-bench order — passed by former Judge Abhijit Ganguly (now…
Kolkata: The government of Trinamool Congress-led West Bengal has declared that 39 people have died since the start of the SIR (Special Intensive Revision) process, citing stress, anxiety and alleged chaos caused by the exercise. Among the deceased are ordinary citizens as well as several officials working as Booth-Level Officers (BLOs) — those responsible for…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has taken a significant step toward the upcoming West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Amid ongoing coordination between the ECI and the State Election Department, preparations have officially begun, including updates to several rules related to Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Officials confirmed that EVM checking and verification will commence from…
Kolkata: A powerful 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday morning, sending strong tremors across Kolkata and several districts of South Bengal. The quake occurred around 10:08 AM IST, causing mild panic as residents felt floors and furniture shaking for a few seconds. According to preliminary data, the earthquake originated at a shallow depth of nearly…
Ranchi / Kolkata : In a sweeping operation, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted coordinated raids on more than 40 locations across Jharkhand and West Bengal, targeting a large-scale coal mafia network accused of illegal mining, smuggling, and money laundering, sources said. Massive Money Laundering Probe Under PMLA The ED action is part of a wide-ranging…
West Bengal: A shocking incident has emerged from Tarkeshwar where a 4-year-old girl was allegedly raped. According to the victim’s family, when they rushed to the local police station to file a complaint, officers allegedly refused to register an FIR immediately. The child was later taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment and subsequently…
West Bengal – The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in West Bengal has triggered widespread fear and confusion, especially in the Matua-dominated regions of North 24 Parganas, Nadia, and South 24 Parganas. Thousands of voters from the Matua community now face uncertainty over their citizenship and voter eligibility, creating a tense political atmosphere in…
