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Details →‘Insult to Freedom Fighters’: Amit Shah Attacks Congress Over Vande Mataram Stand
Details →Jadavpur University Clash: Police Response Under Scrutiny as Violence Ends After Midnight
Details →Jadavpur University Violence: Student Clash Escalates Into Stone-Pelting, Arson and Panic
Details →Jharkhand Scraps 22 Recruitment Exams After 26-Day Student Stir; Successful Candidates Stage Counter-Protest
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BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee Flags ‘Backdoor Disenfranchisement’ in Electoral Roll Revision, Writes to CEC
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday wrote to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging serious irregularities in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the
INDIA
Amit Shah Blames TMC Corruption for Bengal Fire Tragedy: ‘This Is Not an Accident’
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday launched a blistering attack on the Trinamool Congress government, alleging that corruption, administrative failure, and vote-bank politics under Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee have
POLITICS
Sunetra Pawar sworn in as Maharashtra DCM days after Ajit Pawar’s death
Sunetra Pawar was sworn in as the deputy chief minister of Maharashtra on Saturday from the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) quota, just days after the death of her husband, senior
INDIA
Supreme Court Rules Menstrual Hygiene Is Part of Dignity and Right to Life
The Supreme Court on Friday delivered a landmark ruling holding that menstrual hygiene and access to menstrual hygiene products are integral to the right to life guaranteed under Article 21
BENGAL
Anandapur Godown Fire: Wow! Momo Manager, Deputy Manager Arrested; Death Toll at 25
Kolkata Police on Friday arrested Raja Chakraborty, manager, and Manoranjan Sheet, deputy manager of Wow! Momo, in connection with the massive fire that tore through two godowns in the Anandapur
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BENGAL
Soil from a Grave, Papers on His Head: Murshidabad Man’s Plea at SIR Hearing Strikes an Emotional Chord
A deeply moving moment unfolded at a Special Investigation Report (SIR) hearing camp in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district when a man arrived carrying not just documents, but a piece of
BENGAL
‘Declare an Outright War’: Arjun Singh Urges BJP Workers to Boycott TMC
BJP leader Arjun Singh on Friday issued a call for a complete social and political boycott of the Trinamool Congress, urging party workers to cut off all engagement with TMC
POLITICS
Ajit Pawar Was the Bridge: NCP Reunification Talks After His Death
Following Ajit Pawar’s death, the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) are expected to reunite, with a formal announcement likely in February after the district councils elections.According to
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BENGAL
‘SIR not an impediment’: Cal HC directs Bengal to Handover Acquired Land for Indo-B’Desh Border Fencing by Mar 31
The Calcutta High Court has held that the ongoing Special Investigation Report (SIR) procedure cannot be cited as a ground to delay the handover of land already acquired for fencing
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INDIA
Delhi: Husband Kills 27-yr-old SWAT Commando Over Dowry Demand; Here’s How it Unfolded
A 27-year-old Delhi Police SWAT commando, Kajal Chaudhary, succumbed to her injuries after allegedly being brutally assaulted by her husband, in a case that has brought the issue of dowry
POLITICS
Maharashtra Politics in Flux Following Ajit Pawar’s Untimely Demise; NCP Seniors Push For Sunetra Pawar as Dy. CM
Maharashtra’s political landscape is witnessing fast-paced and significant developments. On Wednesday, senior leader Ajit Pawar passed away in a tragic plane crash, sending shockwaves through the state’s political circles. In
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INDIA
“Are We Becoming a Regressive Society?”: Supreme Court Stays UGC Equity Regulations, CJI Flags Deep Social Concerns
The Supreme Court on Wednesday stayed the implementation of the University Grants Commission’s Equity Regulations, 2026, delivering a sharp rebuke to provisions that, in the Court’s view, risk reinforcing social
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INDIA
Supreme Court stays UGC’s “Equity Regulations, 2026” - All You Need To Know
The Supreme Court of India on Thursday put the University Grants Commission’s newly notified Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations, 2026 in abeyance, following allegations of the rulebook
BENGAL
After Md. Shami, Ex-Indian Footballer Mehtab Hossain Recieves SIR Hearing Notice over ‘Logical Discrepancy’ in Poll Roll
Former India international footballer Mehtab Hossain has been summoned for a hearing as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, a senior Election
INDIA
“Nobel Peace Prize…” BJP President Nitin Nabin’s Tagore Remark Triggers Fresh Political Row in Bengal
A fresh controversy has erupted in West Bengal’s charged political atmosphere after BJP president Nitin Nabin referred to Rabindranath Tagore as a “Nobel Peace Prize winner” during a public programme
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee To Take SIR Furore From Bengal To Delhi; Meeting Slated With ECI On Feb 2
A Trinamool Congress (TMC) delegation led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is scheduled to meet the Election Commission of India (ECI) on February 2 amid mounting political opposition to the
POLITICS
Ajit Pawar laid to rest with state honours in Baramati; top national leaders pay last respects
The last rites of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar were performed with full state honours on Thursday at the Vidya Pratishthan grounds in
INDIA
Is there a foul play? Mamata Banerjee demands Supreme Court-monitored probe in Ajit Pawar Plane Crash
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday floated the possibility of ‘foul play’ in the fatal plane crash involving Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. Speaking to the press
INDIA
Who Were Captains Shambhavi Pathak and Sumit Kapoor? Pilots Killed in Ajit Pawar Jet Crash Near Baramati
A chartered Learjet 45 carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crashed near Baramati Airport in Pune district on Wednesday morning, killing all six people on board. The incident occurred
INDIA
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash; India Remembers Leaders Lost in Air Disasters
Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and several others were killed on Wednesday morning when the aircraft he was travelling in crashed while attempting to land near Baramati in Pune
INDIA
From Baramati to the Corridors of Power: Ajit Pawar and the Making of Maharashtra’s "Dada"
Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief, Ajit Pawar, died on Wednesday, when the plane he was travelling in crash-landed near Baramati in western Maharashtra. He was
INDIA
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Dies in Plane Crash in Baramati
Ajit Pawar, Nationalist Congress Party chief and Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister, died on Tuesday morning after a small aircraft carrying him crash-landed near Baramati airport. Four others on board, including
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INDIA
“Digital Dacoity…” Akhilesh Yadav Backs Mamata Banerjee, Slams BJP and Election Commission Over SIR
Samajwadi Party chief and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday extended strong political support to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, asserting that she is at the
INDIA
One Phone Call, Many Questions: Mayor Race Takes New Turn in Mumbai
With just two days left for the Mumbai Mayor’s election, political activity within the ruling alliance has intensified. A fierce tug-of-war has emerged between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and
INDIA
“Advised to introspect…”: India urges Pakistan to introspect on rule of law, flags 27th constitutional amendment
India mounted a sharp diplomatic offensive against Pakistan at the United Nations, months after Islamabad pushed through a controversial constitutional amendment that expanded the powers of its military leadership, urging
INDIA
“Mother of all deals…”: PM Modi Welcomes Breakthrough in India-EU Trade Talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India and the European Union (EU) are on the verge of sealing a landmark free trade agreement that could reshape economic ties between the
WORLD
India-EU Historic Free Trade Deal: From Defence to Worker Mobility, Who Wins - and How
After nearly two decades of stop-start negotiations, India and the European Union have moved to conclude a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) accompanied by parallel accords on defence cooperation and
INDIA
India Rejects Pakistan’s Claims on Operation Sindoor at UN, Envoy Says Islamabad Sought Ceasefire
India’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, on Tuesday firmly rebutted Pakistan’s account of Operation Sindoor, calling it a “false and self-serving” narrative and asserting that Pakistan had
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Blasts ECI on National Voters' Day, Labels Celebration a 'Tragic Farce' Amid Bengal SIR
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, on Sunday, unleashed a sharp critique of the Election Commission of India (ECI) on National Voters' Day, accusing the body of hypocrisy in commemorating
POLITICS
New Civic Front Takes Shape in Mira-Bhayandar as Shinde Sena Aligns With Congress
A significant political realignment has taken shape in the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), with the Shiv Sena led by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and the Congress both in
POLITICS
Bihar Bhavan Row Escalates: Bihar Minister Targets Raj Thackeray, MNS and Congress Hit Back
The controversy over the proposed construction of a Bihar Bhavan in Mumbai has intensified, with sharp exchanges between leaders from Bihar and Maharashtra.Bihar minister Ashok Choudhary launched a sharp attack
BENGAL
People In Queue Not To Vote But To Prove That They Are Indian; A Report From Bengal SIR Hearing Camp
On a cold morning, Nila Das was quietly seated under a mango tree inside an SIR camp in Bongaon, North 24 Parganas. A folded cloth was spread beneath her, her
WORLD
Bangladesh Pulls Out of T20 World Cup in India Following ICC's Rejection of Venue Shift Request
In a dramatic escalation of tensions surrounding the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has announced that the national team will not participate in matches
INDIA
‘Local Decision’ Not an Excuse: Sanjay Raut Flags Ideological Rift Over Kalyan-Dombivli Tie-Up
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut has raised strong objections to the reported alliance between the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena faction and the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) in the Kalyan-Dombivli
POLITICS
Mumbai Mayor’s Race Heats Up as BJP, Shinde Sena Near Civic Power-Sharing Pact
The reservation draw for the Mumbai mayor’s post under the rotational system is scheduled to take place today, setting the stage for intense political manoeuvring ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal
INDIA
Too Frail to Walk, Partially Blind, Yet Summoned: An 80-Year-Old Voter’s Ordeal at Bengal’s SIR Hearing
“I don’t really know why they called me,” said Jinnatul Bibi softly, her voice strained and tired. Wrapped in a faded sari pulled tightly over a woollen cardigan, the over-80-year-old
INDIA
Bengal: BJP Leader, Appointed as BLA, Arrested for Allegedly Trying to Remove 343 Genuine Voters from Electoral Rolls
A BJP leader in Tamluk, East Midnapore, who was appointed as Booth Level Agent (BLA), has been arrested for allegedly attempting to remove the names of 343 living voters from
BENGAL
Ajit Pawar Tightens Grip as NCP Factions Rally Around ‘Clock’ Symbol
After a disappointing outcome in the municipal elections, where both factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) contested together, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has begun preparations for the upcoming
BENGAL
Bengal: Groom Summoned for SIR Verification Over ‘Logical Discrepancy’ on Wedding Day in Birbhum
A groom in West Bengal’s Birbhum district was forced to attend a voter verification hearing on the day of his wedding, highlighting the growing disruption caused by the ongoing Special
INDIA
‘Hotel Politics’: BMC Results Trigger Mahayuti Rift as BJP Flags Seat-Sharing Concern
The results of elections to 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra have thrown up fresh political churn, particularly within the ruling Mahayuti alliance. While the alliance has registered significant victories in
INDIA
‘Minority Votes Not Inherited Property’: Vanchit Chief Ambedkar Targets Congress for BMC Poll Setbacks
Prakash Ambedkar has alleged that the Congress paid a heavy price for taking minority votes for granted, arguing that its failure to fully embrace an alliance with the Vanchit Bahujan
INDIA
Power Struggle Over Mumbai Mayor Moves BJP–Shinde Sena Talks to Delhi
Negotiations to finalise a power-sharing arrangement in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) have moved to New Delhi, highlighting the high stakes surrounding the choice of Mumbai’s next mayor. Despite the
BENGAL
Calcutta HC Directs Bengal Govt. to Use Central Forces to Prevent Fresh Violence in Beldanga
The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday instructed the West Bengal government to deploy central armed police forces in Beldanga, Murshidabad district, to prevent any further outbreak of violence in the
WORLD
‘It is Difficult’: Olympic Medallist Saina Nehwal Confirms Retirement from Badminton
India’s pioneering badminton star Saina Nehwal, the country’s first shuttler to win an Olympic medal, has formally confirmed her retirement from competitive badminton, bringing the curtain down on a trailblazing
BENGAL
Bengal Christian Council Seeks Action on Church Attacks, Launches Peace Rally Following December Incidents
The Bengal Christian Council urged the Union government to take a clear stand against attack on churches and Christian celebrations to ensure the safety of minority communities. The appeal comes
BENGAL
ED Arrests Kolkata Businessman in Multi-Crore Money Laundering Probe Linked to Bank Fraud
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken into custody Kolkata-based businessman Pratyush Kumar Sureka (40) in connection with a large-scale money laundering investigation involving an alleged bank fraud exceeding Rs 2,600
INDIA
PM Modi Congratulates 'Millenial' Nitin Nabin As He is Set to Swear-in as New BJP National President Replacing Nadda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Nitin Nabin after he was elected as the party’s new National President, formally succeeding J.P. Nadda. The
POLITICS
Delhi High Court Quashes Income Tax Reassessment Notices Against Pranoy and Radhika Roy; IT Dept Fined ₹2 Lakh
The Delhi High Court has quashed the income tax reassessment notices issued in March 2016 to NDTV founders Prannoy Roy and Radhika Roy, and directed the Income Tax department to
POLITICS
Delhi High Court Refuses Relief to Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao Rape Survivor’s Father’s Custodial Death Case
The Delhi High Court on Monday refused to suspend the 10-year prison sentence given to former BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in connection with the custodial death of the Unnao
BENGAL
‘BJP’s SIR Game Is Over’: Abhishek Banerjee Targets Centre After Supreme Court Orders Release of ‘Logical Discrepancy’ List
Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Monday launched scathing attack on the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) after the Supreme Court ordered the release of names under ‘logical discrepany’
POLITICS
Kolhapur Twist: Shinde Sena–Congress Talks Add New Turn to Mayor Race
The results of the municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra have placed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as the single largest party in the state, winning the highest number of seats
POLITICS
BJP National President election: What Will Nitin Nabin's Rise Mean After J.P. Nadda?
Nitin Nabin, a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the party’s National Working President, is poised to succeed long-time BJP chief J.P. Nadda as the national party
BENGAL
Supreme Court Orders Publication of ‘Logical Discrepancy’ List, Extends Objection Window in SIR Process
The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to publish the list of names falling under the “logical discrepancy” category. The bench ordered that such names
POLITICS
BJP Set to Appoint New National President as Nomination Process Concludes Today
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is scheduled to declare its 12th national president on January 20, with senior leaders and state unit chiefs assembling at the party’s central headquarters in
POLITICS
KDMC Sees High-Voltage Drama as BJP and Shinde Sena Spar Over Mayor
With the results of the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) elections now out, a high-stakes political tussle has begun over control of the civic body. While the ruling Mahayuti has secured
POLITICS
After Amartya Sen, Netaji Subhash Bose’s Grandnephew Recieves SIR Hearing Notice in Bengal
The Election Commission of India has issued an appearance notice to Chandra Kumar Bose, the grand nephew of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, calling him to appear for a Special Intensive
POLITICS
Maharashtra Govt to build 30-Storey ‘Bihar Bhawan’ in Mumbai, Cabinet Clears ₹314 Crore Project
After Delhi, Bihar is set to establish a dedicated Bihar Bhawan in Mumbai, with the state government giving a major push to the long-pending plan. A detailed blueprint for the
INDIA
“Where Is Closure?” After Three Years of Pain, Silence and Survival, Manipur Gang-rape Survivor Surrenders to Infection & Trauma
Nearly three years after surviving one of the most brutal crimes to emerge from Manipur’s ethnic violence, a young Kuki woman has died, her body finally giving up after years
INDIA
Suspense Mounts Over Mumbai Mayor Post Amid Alliance Tensions and Resort Politics
The election for the mayor of India's richest civic body, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), remains shrouded in uncertainty following the recent polls, as internal wrangling within the ruling Mahayuti
POLITICS
“We are heading to Taj Lands End for lunch today, don’t suspect us,” says Sanjay Raut in a cryptic remark.
Senior Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday, made a pointed yet guarded statement, saying that he and a few party leaders would be heading
BENGAL
‘BJP will benefit if agitators fall for provocations’: Abhishek Banerjee calls for peace in Beldanga; slams Humayun Kabir
Trinamool Congress National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Monday urged people to maintain peace in Beldanga amid reports of violence, warning that falling for provocations would only benefit the Bharatiya
POLITICS
BMC Fallout: Shinde Secures Sena Corporators as BJP Eyes Mayor’s Post
The results of elections to 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra have been declared, with the Bharatiya Janata Party emerging as the single largest party. In a first, the BJP is
POLITICS
Uddhav Thackeray Questions Money Power, Intimidation in BMC Polls
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Saturday addressed his first press conference after the municipal corporation results at Shiv Sena Bhavan, alleging that the ruling alliance resorted to large-scale
BENGAL
'You need not worry': PM Modi assures refuge to Matuas, accuses TMC of 'sheltering infiltrators'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC), accusing it of encouraging infiltration, misusing central funds and obstructing welfare schemes meant for
INDIA
BMC Results: Sanjay Raut Alleges Money Power Behind BJP’s Gains, Says Even CM’s Post Could Have Been at Risk
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Tuesday alleged that the outcome was heavily influenced by financial muscle, claiming that had his party enjoyed resources comparable to those of the
POLITICS
BJP-Led Mahayuti Seizes Control of Mumbai's BMC After A Nail Biting Race Against The Thackerays
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance has won the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, India's wealthiest civic body but unlike the exit poll predictions, the lead has been barely
BENGAL
Bengal: Singur Landowners Object to PM Modi’s Proposed Rally, File Complaint Over Lack of Consent
A group of 20 landowners from Singur have lodged a formal complaint with the local Gram Panchayat and the Block Development Officer (BDO), alleging that preparations for Prime Minister Narendra
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee Appeals for Peace Amid Unrest in Beldanga, Alleges Opposition Role
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday appealed for calm amid violence in Murshidabad’s Beldanga, where protests erupted following the death of a migrant worker from the district in Jharkhand, leading
BENGAL
Abhishek Banerjee Speaks to Hemant Soren Over Bengal Migrant Worker’s Death in Jharkhand
Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Friday spoke to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, urging swift and decisive action against those responsible for the killing of a migrant
BENGAL
Abhishek Banerjee Claims Two BJP MLAs ‘in touch’ with TMC, Takes Swipe at Suvendu Adhikari
Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Friday claimed that two BJP MLAs from West Midnapore district had approached him with the intention of joining the ruling party, though he
BENGAL
Bengal Migrant Worker’s Suspicious Death in Jharkhand Sparks Highway and Rail Blockade in Murshidabad
Widespread tension erupted in the Beldanga area of Murshidabad after the body of a Bengali migrant worker, who had been working outside the state, was brought back to his village.
POLITICS
Supreme Court Suspends Calcutta HC’s Order Disqualifying Mukul Roy as Bengal MLA
The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the judgment of the Calcutta High Court that had disqualified Mukul Roy from the West Bengal Legislative Assembly under the anti-defection law. The interim
BENGAL
Ten Arrested After Mob Vandalises BDO Office in Bengal’s Chakulia Over SIR Protests
At least ten people were arrested after a mob vandalised the office of the block development officer (BDO) in Bengal’s Chakulia on Thursday, as protests against the Special Intensive Revision
WORLD
Donald Trump Presented with Peace Prize amid Venezuela ‘Seize’, ICE crackdowns; Nobel Committee Denounces Transfer
Donald Trump was publicly presented with a Nobel Peace Prize medal by Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado during a White House meeting on January 15, 2026, a gesture she
POLITICS
Sundargarh on Edge After Clashes Over ‘Beef’ Sale; Section 163 Imposed, Internet Services Suspended
Tension persists in Odisha’s Sundargarh on Friday following clashes linked to a dispute over meat sales in the Regent Market area, prompting the district administration to impose prohibitory orders and
INDIA
“Use Oil Paint if Needed…”: Devendra Fadnavis Dismisses Row Over Marker Ink in BMC Polls
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday brushed aside allegations over the use of marker pens during civic body elections, remarking that authorities could even use “oil paint” if needed,
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INDIA
“Illegal and misleading…”: Election Commission Dismisses Claims of Erasable Ink Used in BMC Polls
The State Election Commission on Thursday rejected allegations that the ink used to mark voters’ fingers during the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections can be wiped off using acetone, warning
INDIA
Pilots’ Body Issues Legal Notice to AAIB for Summoning Pilot’s Relative in AI-171 Probe
The Federation of Indian Pilots has issued a legal notice to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), objecting to the summoning of a pilot related to the late Captain Sumeet
BENGAL
Bengal: Madhyamik Admit Cards 'No Longer Valid' for SIR as ECI Revises Verification Rules
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued a notification refusing to recognise Madhyamik (Class 10, West Bengal Board) admit cards as valid documents for verification under the ongoing Special
INDIA
BMC Polls 2026: Marker Pen Replaces Indelible Election Ink, Sparks Massive Political Row
The use of erasable marker pens in place of indelible election ink during Maharashtra’s municipal corporation polls has triggered a controversy. Several voters took to social media to claim that
INDIA
ED vs Mamata: Supreme Court Stays Kolkata Police FIRs Against ED Officials Till February 3, Seeks Responses From Bengal Govt
The Supreme Court of India on Thursday stepped into the escalating confrontation between the Enforcement Directorate and the West Bengal government, ordering a stay on all FIRs registered by the
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INDIA
“ED Acted with Political Intent, Waited Two Years”: Mamata Banerjee’s Advocate Tells SC in agency’s IPAC Raid
The Supreme Court on Thursday heard arguments questioning the timing of the Enforcement Directorate’s searches at the office of political consultancy firm I-PAC, with representatives of West Bengal Chief Minister
BENGAL
Caught Between Duty and Family: Bengal BLO Forced to Serve SIR Hearing Notice to Wife & Self
What began as an ordinary afternoon in Ketugram quickly turned into a moment of quiet shock for a schoolteacher and his family. Devshankar Chatterjee had finished his meal and left
INDIA
Maharashtra Civic Polls 2026: High-Stakes Battle Unfolds Across 29 Corporations as Voting Begins
As polling booths open across Maharashtra today, the state is witnessing one of its most pivotal civic elections in recent years. Over 3.48 crore eligible voters are set to cast
INDIA
Communal Shadows Over Maharashtra's Civic Elections: BJP's Campaign Tactics Under Scrutiny
As Maharashtra gears up for crucial civic polls, including the high-stakes Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections on January 15, 2026, a wave of polarising rhetoric has dominated the discourse. Despite
INDIA
Why Did Calcutta High Court Adjourn ED Petition on Mamata Banerjee Over I-PAC Row? What Did ED Say?
Amid escalating tensions between the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC)-led West Bengal government, the Calcutta High Court on Wednesday adjourned the ED's petition seeking a Central Bureau
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INDIA
ED Admits ‘No Seizure’ in I-PAC Searches, Calcutta HC Adjourns TMC Plea
The Calcutta High Court on Tuesday heard the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) petition challenging the Trinamool Congress’s objections to search operations conducted at premises linked to political consultancy firm I-PAC in
BENGAL
Suvendu Adhikari Signals Legal Action Against Mamata Banerjee After No Reply to Defamation Notice
West Bengal Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday announced that he would proceed with legal action against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, stating that the deadline given to her to
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee to Lay Foundation Stone of Mahakal Mahatirtha Near Siliguri on January 16
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is to lay the foundation stone of the proposed Mahakal Mahatirtha at Matigara near Siliguri on January 16, 2026, according to administrative sources.“Chief Minister
INDIA
Politics Heats Up After Crime Branch Checks Ajit Pawar’s Strategy Firm
Just days before the municipal elections, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar’s campaign machinery found itself under unexpected scrutiny after Pune Crime Branch officials visited the office of DesignBoxed, the
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INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Alleges “Mass Disenfranchisement” Under SIR, Accuses EC of 'BJP-Driven Voter Roll Manipulation'
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday launched a sweeping attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in
INDIA
Supreme Court Seeks EC Reply Within a Week on TMC MPs’ Challenge to Bengal Voter Roll Revision
The Supreme Court on Monday granted the Election Commission of India (ECI) one week to file its response to allegations of widespread irregularities in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
INDIA
"If Marathis are in danger, what were you doing for 30 years?": Devendra Fadnavis Slams Uddhav Thackeray
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis launched a sharp and wide-ranging attack on Uddhav Thackeray in a Mumbai rally, questioning his party’s long record in power and its repeated claim that the
INDIA
Hindu Leader of Awami League Dies in Police Custody in Bangladesh; Family Alleges Neglect
Proloy Chaki, a senior Hindu leader of Bangladesh’s Awami League and a well-known cultural figure, died on Sunday night at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital while in police custody, prompting allegations
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INDIA
“Arbitrary and illogical…”: Mamata Banerjee Writes to CEC Again, Flags AI Errors in Bengal Electoral Roll Revision
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has once again shot off a letter to Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, sharpening her criticism of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
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INDIA
“Marked Dead…”: Bengal Widow Erased from Draft Voter Rolls, Battles to Prove She is Alive and Reclaim her Vote
“It must be my ghost that casts my vote every election,” Riya Pal pauses, her voice breaking into a bitter laugh. On paper, the Election Commission of India has declared
INDIA
IPAC Row Escalates, ED Files Petitions in Supreme Court Against Mamata Banerjee And Bengal Officials
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has approached the Supreme Court with two petitions accusing West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and state officials of obstructing its ongoing investigations. The agency claims
INDIA
“From Airports to Ports…”: Raj Thackeray Alleges BJP’s Political Patronage Behind Adani’s Rise
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray on Sunday launched a blistering attack on the BJP-led Union government, alleging that industrialist Gautam Adani’s rapid rise since 2014 was driven by
INDIA
Mahayuti Unveils BMC Manifesto Focussing on Artificial Intelligence to Illegal Migration
With days to go before Mumbai votes for its next civic body, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has unveiled a manifesto that blends an ambitious, technology-driven vision for the Brihanmumbai Municipal
INDIA
Adani, Airports and Power: Raj Thackeray Drops a Political Bombshell at Shivaji Park
At the first joint rally of the Thackeray brothers at Shivaji Park on Sunday, just three days before the BMC elections, MNS chief Raj Thackeray delivered one of his most
INDIA
“I know you will not respond…” Mamata Banerjee Writes Third Letter To EC Gyanesh Kumar, Calls SIR Scrutiny
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has escalated her confrontation with the Election Commission of India (ECI), penning her third letter in the past two months to Chief Election Commissioner
INDIA
Bengal Man Suffers Cardiac Arrest During SIR Hearing, Declared Dead at Hospital
An elderly man died after suffering a cardiac arrest while attending hearing related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Birbhum district of West Bengal on Saturday morning.The deceased
INDIA
Kumbh Cash, Cut Trees and Power Games: Nashik’s Tapovan Row Turns Into a Political Storm
A fierce political storm has erupted in Maharashtra over the controversial tree felling at Nashik’s Tapovan, with the issue now stretching far beyond environmental concerns into allegations of corruption and
INDIA
“Bombay Is Not Maharashtra...": Tamil Nadu BJP Leader Sparks Political Firestorm in Mumbai
A fresh political storm has erupted in Maharashtra after Tamil Nadu BJP leader K. Annamalai made controversial remarks about Mumbai during his visit to campaign for the party in the
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INDIA
Abhishek Banerjee Challenges PM Modi on Matua Citizenship Promise at Thakurnagar
Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Friday mounted a sharp attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the issue of citizenship for the Matua community, daring him to
INDIA
Chhattisgarh: Two, Including Emergency Helpline Driver Arrested in Korba Gang Rape Case
Police in Chhattisgarh's Korba district have arrested two men, one of whom is a driver for the Dial 112 emergency helpline, on suspicion of gang-raping a 19-year-old woman. The accused
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INDIA
"Will not bow down to political tactics...": Abhishek Banerjee hits out at BJP after ED raids at IPAC
Trinamool Congress, National General Secretary, Abhishek Banerjee on Friday addressed a public rally in Taherpur, Nadia, where he spoke out against the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raid on the office of
INDIA
Bengal: Man Arrested for Alleged Rape of Minor in Abandoned Hooghly Factory; BJP Slams TMC Citing Accused’s Links to Party
The police have arrested a man from the Uttarpara region of Bengal’s Hooghly district for allegedly raping a 16-year-old girl. The incident reportedly took place on Thursday evening in the
INDIA
Bengal: Paralysed Voter Attends SIR Hearing, Alleges ‘No Assistance’ from EC Representatives
A paralysed voter appeared for the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing in Midnapore earlier this week, drawing attendance to procedural challenges faced by vulnerable voters despite promises of ‘home hearing’
INDIA
Pawar Politics Heats Up: Ajit Signals Unity as NCP Factions Lock Horns in Civic Polls
As the battle for Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad’s municipal corporations gathers momentum, Maharashtra’s most watched political family has once again taken centre stage. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, on his first
INDIA
‘Pen Drive Proof’: Mamata Banerjee Warns Amit Shah of Exposing Coal Scam Money Trail After I-PAC ED Raids
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday launched one of her sharpest political attacks yet on Union Home Minister Amit Shah, warning of “mega exposure” if the BJP leadership
INDIA
"They are being fooled...": VBA Leader Prakash Ambedkar Slams BJP, Asserts that Pawars are One
Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi leader Prakash Ambedkar has launched a sharp political offensive after Sharad Pawar and Ajit Pawar appeared on the same side in the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad civic elections,
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INDIA
“Bengal Will Resist”: Abhishek Banerjee’s Warning as ED Raids I-PAC Office, Mamata Moves HC
Declaring that West Bengal would not bow to the alleged pressure from the Union Government, Trinamool Congress national general secretary and MP Abhishek Banerjee issued a strong warning to the
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Files FIR Against ED After I-PAC Raids, Claims TMC Political Data Stolen
In a first of its kind, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday has lodged a formal police complaint following the raids at the office of Indian Political Action
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INDIA
Mahua Moitra Calls BJP ‘Beguner Baccha’ as TMC MPs get Detained During Protest Outside Amit Shah’s Office
Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra hit out at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), calling them ‘Beguner Baccha’ (son of brinjal), after several TMC MPs were detained by Delhi Police while
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INDIA
Gauri Lankesh Murder Accused Enters Maharashtra Civic Polls, Sparks Political Debate
Shrikant Pangarkar, one of the key accused in the 2017 murder of journalist Gauri Lankesh, has filed his nomination for the upcoming Jalna Municipal Corporation elections, setting off a fresh
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INDIA
Shiv Sena (UBT) Slams BJP, Alleges Power Politics Behind AIMIM Ties
In a sharp attack, Saamana, the mouthpiece of the Shiv Sena (UBT), has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of abandoning ideology for power and using tactical alliances to manipulate
INDIA
BMC Polls: Asset Declarations Reveal Sharp Wealth Gaps, Big Jumps for Several Candidates
As Mumbai gears up for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections scheduled for January 15, 2026, nomination affidavits filed with the State Election Commission have thrown the spotlight on the
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INDIA
TMC MPs Detained After Protesting Outside Amit Shah’s Office Over Bengal ED Raids
Several Trinamool Congress (TMC) MPs were detained by Delhi Police on Friday after staging a protest outside the office of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, escalating the political confrontation between
INDIA
ED Raids, I-PAC and The ‘Unmissable’ Political Pattern
The Enforcement Directorate (ED), on January 8, conducted coordinated searches at multiple locations in Kolkata, including the Salt Lake office of the India Political Action Committee (I-PAC) and the residence
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INDIA
“Unconstitutional Interference…”: BJP, CPIM, Congress Target Mamata Banerjee Over Visit to I-PAC Chief’s Home During ED Raid
Opposition parties in West Bengal on Thursday mounted a scathing attack on Trinamool Congress Supremo Mamata Banerjee over her visit to the residence of I-PAC co-founder Pratik Jain and the
INDIA
“Essential Documents Stolen…”: FIRs Lodged After ED Raids at I-PAC Chief Pratik Jain’s Home
The family of Pratik Jain, chief of political consultancy firm Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC), has lodged a police complaint against the Enforcement Directorate (ED), alleging that important documents were
INDIA
Congress Suffers Major Setback in Ambernath as 12 Councillors Switch to BJP
The Congress suffered a major setback in Ambernath after 12 councillors, elected on the party’s ticket in the recent municipal council elections, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) late on
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INDIA
Who Is Pratik Jain? I-PAC Co-Founder Raided by ED in Alleged Coal Scam Probe
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday carried out extensive searches at multiple locations linked to Pratik Jain, co-founder and director of political consultancy firm Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC), in
INDIA
ED Approaches Calcutta High Court Alleging ‘Unlawful Interference’ During I-PAC Raid
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday approached the Calcutta High Court, alleging unlawful interference and obstruction during its search operations carried out in West Bengal earlier in the day.The central
INDIA
ED Raids IPAC Office, Co-Founder Pratik Jain’s Home, CM Decries ‘Political Conspiracy’
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee arrived at the residence of I-PAC chief Pratik Jain during Enforcement Directorate (ED) search operations on Thursday. The development followed allegations by the chief
INDIA
Superheroes Enter Mumbai’s Election Buzz as AI Videos Take Over Instagram
As Mumbai prepares for the upcoming municipal elections, political conversations are no longer confined to rallies, posters, or debates. On social media, especially Instagram a new and unexpected trend is
INDIA
Political Rally in Bandra Disrupted After Knife Attack on Shiv Sena Candidate
Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde faction) leader and candidate Haji Salim Qureshi was stabbed during a political rally in Mumbai’s Bandra East on Wednesday evening, triggering a swift police response and
BENGAL
ECI Issues SIR Notice to Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen; Hearing on January 16
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday issued a notice to Nobel laureate Amartya Sen as part of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West
BENGAL
TMC’s Abhishek Banerjee Names Repatriated Woman’s Newborn ‘Aapon’ After Deportation Ordeal
Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday named the newborn son of Sunali Khatun as “Aapon” - a Bengali word meaning “one’s own” - in what the
POLITICS
Maharashtra Political Shocker: BJP Joins Hands with Congress to keep Sena Away
A major political development has emerged from Ambernath in Thane district, triggering sharp reactions across party lines. In a surprising turn of events, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the
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POLITICS
BJP Alleges Police Assault on Woman Worker in Karnataka, Cops Deny
The Bharatiya Janata Party has accused the police in Karnataka’s Hubballi of assaulting a party worker and tearing her clothes during her arrest, an allegation that has been strongly denied
BENGAL
Malda BLO Death: Family Claims‘SIR Duties Continued’ Despite Medical Advice to Rest
A Booth Level Officer (BLO) engaged in Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls work in Bengal’s Malda district passed away on Wednesday morning after she was unable to cope
INDIA
Uddhav–Raj Joint Interview Strikes a Chord Across Maharashtra, Says Sanjay Raut
Senior Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Tuesday described the recent joint interview of Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray as a moment of rare political harmony that echoed across
INDIA
Clashes Erupt in Old Delhi as MCD Conducts Demolition Near Historic Mosque In Middle Of The Night
Tensions flared in the early hours of Wednesday in Old Delhi's Turkman Gate area when a Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) anti-encroachment operation near the Syed Faiz Elahi Mosque turned
BENGAL
Mahua Moitra Extends Support to Umar Khalid After SC Denies Bail in Delhi Riots Case
Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Parliament Mahua Moitra on Monday voiced her support for jailed student activist Umar Khalid following the Supreme Court’s order declining to grant him bail in
INDIA
SIR Notice Given To Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen, Claims Abhishek Banerjee
Trinamool Congress (TMC) National General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday, lambasted the Election Commission of India (ECI) for allegedly issuing a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) notice to renowned economist and
INDIA
ECI Deletes Nearly 2.9 Crore Names from Uttar Pradesh Draft Electoral Roll
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday released the draft electoral roll for Uttar Pradesh following the completion of the enumeration phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), resulting
INDIA
Trinamool Congress Moves Supreme Court Against Election Commission Over SIR in Bengal
The Trinamool Congress has moved the Supreme Court of India against the Election Commission of India (ECI), stepping up its challenge to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral
WORLD
Journalist-Businessman Gunned Down by Unidentified Assailants in Bangladesh
An acting editor of a Bengali-language daily and a local businessman was shot dead by unidentified assailants in southern Bangladesh’s Jessore district on Monday, police and local officials said.The victim,
INDIA
BJP MLA from Bongaon South Summoned for SIR Hearing After Parents’ Name Deemed ‘not found’ in 2002 list
Swapan Majumdar, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator representing Bongaon South, appeared at a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing on Friday, submitting the required documentation in response to a notice
INDIA
Sena vs Sena: Uddhav and Shinde Factions Face Off in Mumbai Civic Polls
For the first time since the split in the Shiv Sena, Mumbai’s civic elections will see a direct contest between the factions led by Uddhav Thackeray and Eknath Shinde, turning
INDIA
Indian Cricketer Mohammed Shami and Brother Summoned for SIR Hearing in Kolkata By ECI
Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami, known for his stellar performances including key roles in multiple World Cups, and his younger brother Mohammed Kaif have been issued notices by the Election
INDIA
Bengali Actor Dev, Sitting MP from Ghatal, Summoned for SIR Hearing
Bengali film actor and Member of Parliament from West Bengal’s Ghatal constituency, Dev, has been issued a notice to appear for a hearing under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of
INDIA
Congress Alleges Money Power, Intimidation Ahead of Maharashtra Civic Polls
As Maharashtra heads into elections for 29 municipal corporations on January 15, the political climate in the state has become increasingly acrimonious, with parties intensifying campaigns amid shifting alliances and
INDIA
Bangladesh Enforces Open-Ended Ban on IPL Telecast Over Mustafizur Rahman Row
The Bangladesh government has imposed an indefinite ban on the telecast, promotion, and coverage of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following the controversy over the removal of fast bowler Mustafizur
INDIA
Supreme Court Denies Bail to Sharjeel Imam, Umar Khalid in Delhi Riots Case; Grants Relief to Five Others
The Supreme Court on Monday refused to grant bail to student activists Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid, citing the gravity of allegations against them in the alleged conspiracy behind the
WORLD
Venezuela Crisis, U.S. Pressure Fuel Safe-Haven Rush as Gold Prices Rebound
Global gold prices have regained strong upward momentum, supported by renewed risk aversion and lingering geopolitical stress, including the long-running crisis in Venezuela. The economic and political turmoil in the
INDIA
“Backstabbing Tactics…”: Sanjay Raut Targets Eknath Shinde Over Alleged Intimidation in Thane Polls
The political temperature in Thane rose sharply on Monday as Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut, launched a blistering attack on Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, accusing him of intimidation and
INDIA
Bangladesh: Khokon Das Dies from Injuries After Being Attacked and Set on Fire
Khokon Chandra Das, a Hindu businessman from rural Bangladesh, has tragically died today in a Dhaka hospital after succumbing to severe injuries sustained during a brutal assault, his family confirmed.
INDIA
BCCI Directs KKR to Release Bangladeshi Pacer Mustafizur Rahman from 2026 IPL Squad
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday directed the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from their squad for the upcoming
INDIA
Unopposed Wins Spark Political Storm Ahead of Maharashtra Civic Polls
With municipal elections announced for 29 civic bodies, including Mumbai, voting is scheduled to take place on January 15, followed by counting on January 16. However, the elections have already
INDIA
Last-Minute Withdrawals Narrow the Field in 2026 BMC Elections
Mumbai’s political landscape witnessed intense behind-the-scenes action as the deadline for withdrawing nomination papers for the 2026 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections came to a close. What unfolded was a
INDIA
Bengal Wants Jobs, ‘Not Mandir–Masjid Politics’: Dilip Ghosh Contrasts Suvendu Adhikari as He Eyes Comeback Ahead of 2026 Polls
Senior BJP leader Dilip Ghosh on Thursday asserted that voters in West Bengal are not interested in “mandir–masjid politics” and are instead seeking employment and development—remarks that stand in contrast
INDIA
EC Cautions BLOs on SIR Hearing Protocols Amid Complaints Involving Ailing Voters
The Election Commission of India has issued a stern warning that strict action will be taken against Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and BLO supervisors if its directives regarding Special Intensive
INDIA
Colaba Nomination Row: Rahul Narvekar Accused of Threatening Former MP During Filing Process
A controversy has erupted during the nomination process for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections after Assembly Speaker and BJP MLA from Colaba, Rahul Narvekar, was accused of threatening former
INDIA
Abhishek Banerjee Accuses CEC of ‘Losing Temper’ During Meeting on SIR in Bengal
Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging that the poll panel failed to address concerns
INDIA
Bengal: Husband Brings Ailing Wife to SIR Hearing in Trolley Van in Birbhum’s Sainthia
A husband brought his ailing wife to a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing at the in Birbhum district using a trolley van after she was issued a notice over discrepancies
INDIA
Canada Flags Safety Breach After Air India Pilot Fails Alcohol Test, found ‘Unfit for Duty’
Canadian aviation authorities have flagged a serious safety lapse involving Air India after a complaint by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police alleged that one of the airline’s pilots was under
INDIA
Bengal: Ailing 80-Year-Old Appears for SIR Hearing After Name Missing from Draft Roll in Bankura
An ailing 80-year-old resident of West Bengal’s Bankura district was compelled to appear before a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing after discovering that his name was missing from the draft
INDIA
Resignations, Rebels and Rifts: BJP’s Nagpur Test Before Civic Elections
Barely weeks before the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) elections scheduled for January 15, the Bharatiya Janata Party is grappling with visible internal unrest in the city. More than 80 party
INDIA
Thane Civic Polls: Opposition Flags ‘Selective Rejection’ of Nomination Papers, Alleges Bias in Favour of BJP
The scrutiny of nomination papers for the Thane Municipal Corporation elections has triggered a political controversy, with opposition parties alleging bias in favour of the ruling alliance.The nomination process concluded
INDIA
Three Relatives of Assembly Speaker Rahul Narvekar to Contest BMC Elections, Opposition Questions BJP’s ‘No Family Tickets’ Stand
Mumbai’s civic elections have stirred fresh political debate in Maharashtra, with the BJP facing questions over its stated stand against dynastic politics. The party had earlier announced that relatives of
WORLD
Swiss Ski Resort Fire Kills At Least 40 During New Year Celebrations at Crans-Montana Bar
At least 40 people are feared dead and more than 100 injured after a massive fire ripped through a crowded bar at the luxury Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana during
INDIA
Kolkata–Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Announced, PM to Flag Off First-of-Its-Kind Train in January
Indian Railways is set to usher in a new era of long-distance overnight travel with the announcement of the Kolkata–Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train, the first sleeper version of the
INDIA
‘Goldilocks Year’: India Leapfrogs Japan to Become World’s 4th-Largest Economy, Report
ndia has overtaken Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy, underlining a landmark moment in its growth story amid what a key report describes as a rare phase of “high
INDIA
“You Are Nominated, I Am Elected…”: Abhishek Banerjee Slams CEC After TMC Delegation Meets Gyanesh Kumar
Trinamool Congress (TMC) national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, alleging large-scale manipulation of electoral rolls and accusing the Election
INDIA
Mumbai Mayor Row Set to Escalate as Sanjay Raut Hits Back at BJP Over ‘Non-Marathi’ Claim
A political storm is brewing ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections after BJP leader Kripashankar Singh remarked that a Hindi-speaking North Indian would become Mumbai’s next mayor. Shiv
INDIA
BMC 2026: BJP Bets Big on Modi Factor in Mumbai
The 2026 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) election has emerged as a high-stakes political battle for all major parties. For the Thackeray brothers, it is being seen as a fight for