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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
Details →Experts flag reckless AI drafting of UGC-NET questions; NTA denies generative AI role
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
Details →Experts flag reckless AI drafting of UGC-NET questions; NTA denies generative AI role
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INDIA
Surat Tragedy: Three Khetan Family Members Die by Suicide; Note Alleges Financial Harassment
Three members of the Khetan family were found dead in an apparent suicide at their residence in the Vesu area of Surat, Gujarat. Police said the family consumed a poisonous
BENGAL
Bengal Voter Roll Update: 7 Lakh Names Removed, Over 60 Lakh Under Review After SIR Exercise
The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Saturday released the first phase of West Bengal’s updated electoral rolls following the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), in line with the timeline set
MAHARASHTRA
Rs 25,000 Crore MSCB Case Closed: Major Relief for Sunetra Pawar, Rohit Pawar and 68 Others
In a significant legal development in the long-running Rs 25,000 crore Maharashtra State Cooperative Bank (MSCB) scam case, a special court in Mumbai has accepted the closure report filed by
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee Launches ‘Pink Booths’ and ‘SHINING’ Patrol Teams to Strengthen Women’s Safety in Kolkata
Chief Minister of West Bengal Mamata Banerjee on Saturday announced the launch of two new initiatives aimed at further enhancing women’s safety and confidence across Kolkata — dedicated ‘Pink Booths’
MAHARASHTRA
BMC Budget 2026: Fadnavis Defends Deposit Move, Dismisses Language Bias Claims
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis defended Asia's richest Mumbai Municipal Corporation, over its decision to utilise fixed deposits to finance major infrastructure projects across the city.Speaking at the ABP Majha
BENGAL
ECI Set to Release Bengal’s Final Electoral Rolls Today; Here’s How to Check Your Name
The Election Commission is set to release West Bengal’s final electoral roll on Friday, following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise. The final list will categorise approximately
BENGAL
TMC Fields a Minister, Ex-DGP, Senior Advocate, Bengali Actress for Rajya Sabha Elections
The All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Friday evening released its list of candidates for the forthcoming Rajya Sabha elections, nominating minister Babul Supriyo, former West Bengal Director General of
INDIA
High Court Clears ‘The Kerala Story 2’ for Release After Lifting Interim Stay
The Kerala High Court on Friday allowed the theatrical release of The Kerala Story 2, setting aside an earlier interim order that had temporarily halted its screening. The decision came
INDIA
‘Truth Always Wins…I am Kattar Imaandaar’ Kejriwal Breaks Down After Court Clears Him, Sisodia in Liquor Scam Probe
Dramatic and emotional scenes unfolded outside a Delhi court on Friday after AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, and several others were acquitted in the
POLITICS
Delhi Court Acquits Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia & 21 Others in Excise Policy Case
In a significant ruling, a Delhi court on Friday discharged Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, along with 21 other accused, in the high-profile corruption case
BENGAL
Kolkata Jolted by 5.5 Magnitude Earthquake; Tremors Felt Across City
Kolkata experienced strong tremors on Friday afternoon, leaving residents alarmed as buildings shook across several neighbourhoods. According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the earthquake measured 5.5 on the
INDIA
Jadavpur University Student Alleges Ragging Inside Campus; Names Seniors and SFI Alumnus
A second-year undergraduate student from the Department of Comparative Literature at Kolkata’s Jadavpur University has filed a written complaint alleging ragging, mental harassment and bullying on campus by senior and
INDIA
Jadavpur University Takes Action Against Three Students, One Outsider in Teacher Assault Case
Jadavpur University has identified three students and one former student in connection with the February 20 campus violence in which two professors were assaulted while attempting to intervene in a
INDIA
Supreme Court Orders Seizure of NCERT Textbook Over ‘Corruption in Judiciary’ Chapter
The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered an immediate halt on the circulation of a Class 8 social science textbook that contains a chapter on “corruption in the judiciary”, directing that
WORLD
“Serious Error in Judgment”: Bill Gates Regrets Epstein Association, Admits Past Affairs
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world’s most prominent philanthropists, has described his past association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein as a “serious error in judgment”
BENGAL
Howrah Shootout: Promoter Shot Dead at Point-Blank Range; Two Identified, BJP Alleges Accused Linked To TMC MLA
A 27-year-old real-estate promoter was shot dead in a brazen early-morning attack in West Bengal’s Howrah district on Wednesday, triggering panic in the area and sparking political controversy ahead of
INDIA
Shocking ! Woman Gang Raped in front of Fiancé in Assam, Made to Pay Rs. 10,000
A 28-year-old woman has alleged that she was gang-raped by seven men and forced to transfer ₹10,000 while she was with her boyfriend near Silchar in Assam’s Cachar district. Police
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INDIA
Ban Beef Inside Jadavpur University, Demands 'Nationalist' Student Body; Left, TMC Slam "Food Policing"
A fresh political flashpoint has emerged at Jadavpur University after the right-leaning Nationalist Students’ Front (NSF) submitted a deputation to the Vice-Chancellor urging the administration to prohibit the sale of
MAHARASHTRA
Shocking DGCA Findings in Ajit Pawar Accident; VSR Jets Taken Off the Skies
Twenty-six days after the plane crash involving Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, and amid continued questions raised by MLA and nephew Rohit Pawar, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation
INDIA
Kerala Set to become Keralam as Union Cabinet Approves Name Change
The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved a proposal to change the name of ‘Kerala’ to ‘Keralam’, bringing the state’s official name in line with how it is written and spoken
INDIA
“Unprecedented…”: Jadavpur University Teachers Association Condemns Attack on Professors; Warns of Cease Work
The Jadavpur University Teachers’ Association (JUTA) strongly condemned what it described as an “unprecedented” assault on two faculty members and sought immediate action from the university authorities. The deputation was
MAHARASHTRA
Shiv Sena (UBT) MLA Targets State Government Over ‘Misleading’ Governor’s Address
Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) MLA Bhaskar Jadhav on Tuesday in the budget session, criticised the state government, alleging that the Governor’s recent address to the legislature contained “misleading claims” and
INDIA
Three Arunachal Women Allege Racial Abuse by Neighbours in South Delhi; FIR Filed, Investigation Underway
Three women from Arunachal Pradesh have accused a couple in south Delhi’s Malviya Nagar of racially abusing and intimidating them following a dispute over repair work at their rented accommodation.
INDIA
“So long as the Representation of the People Act 1950 allowed…” Supreme Court Says Aadhaar Valid ID For Bengal SIR
The Supreme Court on Tuesday reaffirmed that Aadhaar can be accepted as an identity document in West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, observing that courts must follow
BENGAL
Fresh Clash at Jadavpur University Leaves Student Injured Amid Teacher Assault Row
Students clashed at Kolkata’s Jadavpur University on Monday, days after the alleged assault of teachers triggered unrest on campus. A confrontation broke out between members of the Collective and the
INDIA
Speaker Om Birla Announces 60-Nation Parliament Outreach Initiative as No-Confidence Motion Looms
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday unveiled a new parliamentary outreach initiative, constituting “Parliament Friendship Groups” with over 60 countries. The move has been described as an effort to
INDIA
Pawan Hans Helicopter Ditches in Sea Near Mayabunder; All On Board Rescued Safely
A helicopter operated by Pawan Hans crashed into the sea on Tuesday morning shortly before landing near Mayabunder in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The aircraft had taken off from
INDIA
NCP Likely to Nominate Parth Pawar for Rajya Sabha; Sunetra Pawar’s Elevation as National President on Agenda
Parth Pawar, the son of former NCP chief late Ajit Pawar, is likely to be nominated as the Nationalist Congress Party’s (NCP) candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, party
INDIA
Supreme Court Expands Judicial Pool for Bengal SIR Verification, Allows Civil Judges and Officers From Odisha and Jharkhand
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday modified its previous order and issued fresh directions to speed up the verification of disputed entries in West Bengal’s voter list revision, permitting
INDIA
From Rescue to Ruin: Seven Dead in Jharkhand Air Ambulance Crash While Flying Patient from Ranchi to Delhi
What was meant to be a life-saving journey turned into one of the deadliest aviation tragedies in Jharkhand’s history, leaving seven families shattered and searching for answers.On Monday night, a
INDIA
‘The State Has Lost Its Sense of Humour’: Rohit Pawar Pays Emotional Tribute to Ajit Pawar
Rohit Pawar, MLA and nephew of the late Ajit Pawar, turned visibly emotional while speaking on the condolence motion moved in his uncle’s memory. As he recalled personal moments, Pawar
WORLD
“Troubled, Very Much Ignored, Very Unrepresented”: BAFTA Winner Boong Turns Global Spotlight on Manipur’s Pain
In a moment that transcended cinema and entered the realm of conscience, filmmaker Lakshmipriya Devi used her BAFTA acceptance speech not just to celebrate her film Boong’s historic win, but
BENGAL
BJP’s Woman Card: Deploys Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to Lead Targetted Campaign in Bengal Ahead of 2026 Polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its mobilisation efforts in poll-bound West Bengal by fielding its only woman chief minister, Rekha Gupta, in a strategic bid to consolidate support
WORLD
‘Boong’ Triumphs at BAFTA 2026; Lakshmipriya Devi Makes Poignant Appeal for Peace in Manipur
In a proud moment for Indian cinema, the Manipuri-language feature Boong emerged as the sole Indian winner at the 2026 British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA), securing the honour in the
WATCH
Migrant Worker Allegedly Stabbed in Madhya Pradesh for ‘Speaking Bengali’; Concerns Rise Over Targeted Attacks
A migrant worker from West Bengal was allegedly stabbed in Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar district for speaking Bengali, The Times of India has reported, in an incident that has intensified concerns
POLITICS
“Those who abuse Modi…” Former BJP MP Sukhbir Singh Jaunapuria Refuses Blankets to Muslim Women at Rajasthan Event
Senior Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) leader and former Member of Parliament Sukhbir Singh Jaunapuria is caught in a row after viral video showed him allegedly refusing blankets to Muslim women
MAHARASHTRA
Sunetra Pawar Breaks Silence on Ajit Pawar’s Death, Seeks CBI Inquiry
In her first public remarks following Ajit Pawar’s death, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar paid an emotional tribute to the veteran leader, recalling his unwavering commitment to fiscal discipline and
BENGAL
MHA to Deploy 480 Companies of Central Forces in Bengal Ahead of Poll Schedule; Starting From A Day After Final SIR List Published
In a significant pre-poll development, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has decided to deploy 480 companies of central armed police forces in West Bengal even before the formal announcement
BENGAL
Mamata Banerjee’s Close Aide “Chanakya” Mukul Roy Dies At 71
Veteran West Bengal politician and former Union Railway Minister Mukul Roy passed away in the early hours of Monday at a private hospital in Kolkata. He was 71. According to
BENGAL
Violence erupts at Jadavpur University as Student Groups Confront over ICC elections
A violent confrontation broke out on the Jadavpur University campus in South Kolkata on Friday evening between the student supporters of CPI(M) affiliated Students’ Federation of India (SFI) and the
BENGAL
From Red to Green : CPIM Youth Leader Pratikur Rehman Joins TMC, Receives Party Flag from Abhishek Banerjee
In a politically significant development in West Bengal, former CPI(M) youth leader Pratikur Rehman formally joined the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Saturday, marking a notable shift from Left politics to
INDIA
Congress Intensifies Attack on PM Modi After US Court Strikes Down Trump Tariffs
The Congress on Saturday sharpened its criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi following a US Supreme Court ruling that invalidated President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariff measures, alleging that the
BENGAL
RG Kar Case: Sealdah Court Questions CBI Over Slow Progress in Rape and Murder Probe
Sealdah Court on Friday has raised concerns over the pace of investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in the rape and murder case of a medical student from
INDIA
Delhi Police Flags ‘Nepal-Style’ Plot Behind Shirtless Protest at AI Summit
The Delhi Police on Saturday informed a city court that the shirtless demonstration by members of the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) during the recent AI Summit resembled protests seen in
BENGAL
ICC Election Tensions Spark Violent Clash at Jadavpur University, Two Professors Injured
Massive chaos broke out at Kolkata’s Jadavpur University campus on Friday after a violent clash broke out between supporters of Students Federation of India (SFI) and We the Independent (WTI).
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INDIA
Eminent Bengali Author Mani Shankar Mukherjee Passes Away at 92
Eminent Bengali writer Mani Shankar Mukherjee, widely known by his pen name Shankar, passed away at a private hospital on Friday afternoon, at the age 92. Family members said he
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BENGAL
Supreme Court Appoints Judicial Officers For Bengal Voter Roll Revision Amid State–ECI Standoff
In an unusual intervention, the Supreme Court on Friday ordered the deployment of judicial officers to handle adjudication work in West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, citing
INDIA
“PM is compromised…”: Youth Congress Stages Protest at AI Impact Summit, 10 Detained; BJP and Congress Trade Barbes
Chaos erupted at the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi on Friday afternoon after Youth Congress workers stormed an expo hall inside the high-security venue, shouting slogans against Prime
INDIA
Student protests erupt at Lucknow University during RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s campus visit
Student protests broke out at Lucknow University on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, during the visit of Mohan Bhagwat, chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), who was in the city
BENGAL
BJP MLA Bishnu Prasad Sharma Joins Trinamool Congress Ahead of Bengal Assembly Polls
In a significant political development ahead of the forthcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) legislator Bishnu Prasad Sharma from Kurseong in North Bengal formally joined the
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee slams PM Modi over ‘cultural insensitivity’ remark on Ramakrishna birth anniversary
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his message on the birth anniversary of 19th-century spiritual leader Ramakrishna Paramahamsa, accusing him of displaying
INDIA
Supreme court overrules ‘disturbing’ Allahabad HC’s interpretation of rape attempt
The Supreme Court of India has set aside a controversial judgement of the Allahabad high court which had held that grabbing of breasts of a minor girl and loosening the
BENGAL
Bengal: Indas BJP MLA Enters Classroom Without Permission, Argues With Teacher in Bankura School
A controversy erupted at a government school in Bankura after the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA from Indas constituency allegedly entered a classroom during an ongoing lesson without permission and
INDIA
Sourav Ganguly Urges 'Respect and Medical Care' for Imran Khan Amid Health Concerns in Custody
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has called for proper medical treatment and respectful handling of former Pakistan captain and ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently in jail custody, amid
INDIA
ED–Mamata Banerjee Face Off in Supreme Court Over Alleged Agency “Weaponisation”
In proceedings before the Supreme Court of India, a sharp exchange took place between counsel representing the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and those appearing in a petition concerning West Bengal Chief
INDIA
“Ejaculation Without Penetration Is Attempt, Not Rape…”: Chhattisgarh HC Modifies 2004 Rape Conviction, Reduces Sentence
The Chhattisgarh High Court has altered the conviction of a man from rape to attempted rape, holding that ejaculation without proof of penetration amounts to an attempt to commit rape
INDIA
Anjel Chakma Murder: Supreme Court Asks Attorney General To Examine Plea On Racial Violence Guidelines
The Supreme Court of India on Wednesday disposed of a public interest litigation seeking guidelines to curb identity-based and racial violence against persons from the North-East, while requesting the Attorney
INDIA
Bihar Implements Statewide Ban on Open Sale of Meat, Fish and Chicken; Deputy CM Cites Health and Public Sentiment
Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha has announced a complete prohibition on the open sale of mutton, chicken, fish and other meat products across the state. The directive, which
BENGAL
“Tughlaqi Commission…”: Mamata Banerjee Slams ECI, Accuses the Poll Body of Acting at BJP’s Behest
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Election Commission of India (ECI), dubbing it a “Tughlaqi Commission” run by the BJP, and accusing
BENGAL
SFI Jadavpur University Organises “Rally of Love” in Response to Bajrang Dal’s “Hate Mongering”
The Students’ Federation of India (SFI) wing of Jadavpur University on Monday organised a rally at the varsity campus, asserting love and personal choice as acts of resistance amid a
POLITICS
Kamra, Andhare Appear Before Privileges Panel; Hearing Deferred to March 10
Comedian Kunal Kamra and Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare appeared before the Maharashtra legislature’s Committee of Privileges at Vidhan Bhavan on Tuesday, in connection with a breach of privilege
MAHARASHTRA
Rohit Pawar Raises Fresh Doubts Over Ajit Pawar’s Plane Crash, Seeks Clarity on Black Box
In the aftermath of the plane crash that claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, NCP leader Rohit Pawar has publicly expressed serious concerns, questioning key aspects
DELHI
"How can they have a physical relationship before marriage?" : Supreme Court Flags ‘Circumspection’ in Pre-Marital Ties While Hearing Bail Plea
The Supreme Court on Monday made pointed oral remarks on pre-marital relationships while hearing a bail plea in a case involving allegations of rape on the false promise of marriage.A
WORLD
Global Cricket Icons Appeal to Shehbaz Sharif for Urgent Medical Attention for Imran Khan
Fourteen former international cricket captains, including India legends Sunil Gavaskar and Kapil Dev, have jointly written to the Government of Pakistan seeking immediate medical assistance and appropriate legal facilities for
POLITICS
Karnataka High Court Sets Aside Defamation Proceedings Against Rahul Gandhi
The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday quashed the defamation proceedings initiated against Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, in a case arising from campaign
INDIA
Delhi Court Frames Corruption, Conspiracy Charges Against Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rabri Devi in Land-for-Jobs Case
A Delhi court on Monday framed charges of corruption and criminal conspiracy against Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief and former Bihar chief minister Lalu Prasad Yadav and his wife, former
INDIA
Bhupen Borah’s Dramatic U-Turn: Former Assam Congress Chief Withdraws Resignation Within Hours
In a dramatic political twist ahead of the Assam elections, former Assam Congress president Bhupen Kumar Borah withdrew his resignation from the Indian National Congress within hours of submitting it
INDIA
Three-Year-Old Drowns During Mother’s Maternity Photoshoot on Bengaluru Outskirts
A three-year-old boy died after accidentally drowning in a water pool while his pregnant mother was attending a maternity photoshoot on the outskirts of Bengaluru on Sunday, according to police.The
INDIA
Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Plea Against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, Directs Petitioners to Approach High Court
The Supreme Court of India on Monday declined to entertain petitions seeking registration of an FIR and further action against Himanta Biswa Sarma over alleged hate speech, directing the petitioners
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BENGAL
Bengal: Bikes With Bihar Registration Reach BJP Office in Malda; TMC Alleges Pre-Poll Intimidation
As many as fourteen motor bikes with registration number plates bearing Bihar initials reached Malda on Sunday morning, igniting political tussle in the Bengal district. Tensions escalated in Malda’s Englishbazar
POLITICS
Sanjay Raut Says Tipu Sultan Dispute ‘Should End’, Accuses BJP of Diverting Attention
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday said the controversy surrounding Tipu Sultan in Maharashtra has been unnecessarily prolonged, noting that the portrait displayed in the Malegaon Deputy Mayor’s
INDIA
One Dead, Three Injured After Parapet Collapse from Under-Construction Metro Bridge in Mumbai’s Mulund
A portion of a parapet wall from an under-construction elevated metro bridge collapsed in Mumbai’s Mulund (West) on Sunday afternoon, leaving one person dead and three others injured after debris
INDIA
Nation Remembers Pulwama Martyrs: PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi Lead Tributes on Seventh Anniversary of 2019 Attack
Seven years after the devastating terror strike in Pulwama, leaders across India paid homage to the 40 personnel of the Central Reserve Police Force who lost their lives in the
INDIA
Bomb Threat Note Found on IndiGo Flight in Kolkata Before Shillong Takeoff; Passengers Deboarded, Search Underway
A bomb scare triggered a major security response at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport on Saturday morning after a threat note was discovered onboard an IndiGo flight scheduled to
INDIA
Service Charge 'Not Compulsory': Government Reinforces Consumer Protection Rules
In a significant consumer rights intervention, the Union government has clarified that restaurants cannot impose mandatory service charges on food bills, stating that diners cannot be compelled to pay any
POLITICS
Bangladesh Elections 2026: NCP Leader Hasnat Abdullah Wins Comilla Seat Amid Controversy Over Anti-India Remarks
Firebrand political figure Hasnat Abdullah, known for his sharp rhetoric against India and his role in the anti-government protests that reshaped Dhaka’s political landscape, secured a decisive victory in the
INDIA
Shiv Sena (UBT)’s BJP Support in Chandrapur Sparks Cracks in Thackeray Unity
The first signs of strain within the Thackeray camp have surfaced following the Mumbai civic elections, with Shiv Sena (UBT)’s decision to support the BJP in Chandrapur triggering a political
INDIA
Six-Year-Old Killed as Speeding Car Driven by Class 12 Student Hits Pedestrians in Lucknow
A six-year-old boy was killed and four others injured after a speeding car allegedly driven by a Class 12 student ploughed into pedestrians in Lucknow on Thursday evening.The incident occurred
INDIA
Stormy First Phase of Budget Session Ends, House to Reconvene March 9
The first phase of Parliament’s Budget Session ended on Friday after weeks of acrimonious exchanges, with both Houses set to reconvene on March 9 following a three-week recess.The break will
POLITICS
Sheikh Hasina’s Future in Focus as BNP’s Electoral Surge Reshapes Bangladesh’s Political Landscape
A decisive political transition in Bangladesh has brought renewed attention to the fate of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who continues to live in exile in New Delhi as the
INDIA
Supreme Court Halts Haryana Govt’s Aravalli Zoo Safari Project
The Supreme Court on Thursday halted the Haryana government’s proposed Aravalli zoo safari project in Gurugram, making it clear that no activity would be permitted in the ecologically sensitive Aravalli
POLITICS
BNP Sweeps Bangladesh Polls, Tarique Rahman Set to Be Prime Minister
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) appears to be set for a sweeping return to power on Friday, racing past the halfway mark in Bangladesh’s first general election since the violent
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INDIA
Pune Police Rule Out “Hate Crime” Angle in Bengal Migrant Worker Murder, Say “Personal Dispute Led to Killing”
As political reactions intensify over the death of a young migrant worker from West Bengal in Maharashtra, Pune Rural Police have stated that the killing appears to have ‘stemmed from
INDIA
“Stop Lying…”: Mahua Moitra Slams Noida Police, Alleges BJP’s Amit Malviya Helped Accused in ‘Fake Chat’ Case Abscond
Mahua Moitra on Thursday lashed out at the Noida Police, accusing them of helping an accused person evade arrest in a case involving allegedly fabricated chats purportedly exchanged between her
INDIA
‘Logical Discrepancy’ Tags Fall Heavily on Muslim Voters in Two Kolkata Seats: Report
A significant proportion of voters flagged for “logical discrepancies” during the electoral roll revision in two key south Kolkata constituencies belong to the Muslim community, prompting fresh debate over whether
INDIA
Air India Crash: Italian report on probe hints ‘intentional fuel cut’ by pilot after no technical defect found in aircraft
The Air India crash in June 2025, claimed lives of over 260 people, making it one of the deadliest aircraft disasters in history. The Boeing 787 passenger carrier was en
INDIA
After meeting Sonia Gandhi, Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar fuels buzz on power-sharing talks: ‘'Not here to soak in the sun’
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has once again sparked speculation over the state’s leadership dynamics, reiterating that “time will answer everything” following a meeting with senior Congress leader Sonia
BENGAL
“Hunted for his language…”: Mamata Banerjee Terms Bengal Worker’s Death in Maharashtra a “Hate Crime”; Demands Immediate Arrests
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday alleged that a 24-year-old migrant worker from the state was killed in Maharashtra for speaking Bengali, describing the incident as a “hate
BENGAL
Abhishek Banerjee steps in to help Diamond Harbour student sit for board exams
A higher secondary student from Diamond Harbour, who feared she would miss her board examinations after failing to complete her registration on time, has now been able to sit for
INDIA
BJP MP Moves to Disqualify Rahul Gandhi from the Lok Sabha
Nishikant Dubey, a BJP MP, has initiated formal proceedings, in a bid to move a substantive motion, seeking the disqualification of Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition, from the Lok Sabha,
WORLD
Allegations, optimism and violence mark Bangladesh’s post-uprising election day
Bangladesh’s election day unfolded with a mix of allegations of irregularities, expressions of optimism from political leaders and a violent incident at a polling station, as voters headed to the
INDIA
Replica Babri Masjid Construction Begins in Murshidabad, Sparks Political Storm Ahead of Bengal Polls
The construction of a replica of the Babri Masjid has begun in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, setting off a fresh political controversy months before the state heads into Assembly elections.
INDIA
“You have sold our Bharat Mata”: Rahul Gandhi jibes at Center over India-US trade deal; labels it “complete surrender”
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi delivered a combative speech in the Lok Sabha during the Union Budget 2026 discussion in Lok Sabha, accusing the Central government of compromising national interests
INDIA
IndiGo Set to Fully Implement Revised Pilot Duty Norms as DGCA Withdraws Temporary Exemptions
India’s aviation regulator has confirmed that IndiGo will now operate under the revised pilot duty norms, marking the end of temporary exemptions granted to stabilise flight operations. The Directorate General
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INDIA
From Comedy Stage to Parliament: Vir Das Reacts as ‘Two Indias’ Monologue Gets Budget Speech Mention
When satire travels from a comedy stage to the floor of Parliament, it’s bound to raise a few eyebrows. Actor-comedian Vir Das found himself at the centre of an unexpected
INDIA
Explained: How the US Is Quietly Tweaking Trade Deal Terms to Address India’s Concerns Before Final Signing
The evolving US–India trade agreement is still being fine-tuned, with both sides quietly reshaping key provisions before the final signing expected around mid-March. While the deal was announced by President
INDIA
“Not a deal but dheel’: Akhilesh Yadav attacks India–US trade agreement in Lok Sabha
Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on the Centre during the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament, slamming the recently announced India–US trade agreement as “unfair, one-sided” and damaging
BENGAL
“Two Indias, One Budget”: Abhishek Banerjee Quotes Vir Das, Mounts Scathing Attack on BJP
During the general discussion on the Union Budget in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, Abhishek Banerjee, Parliamentary Party Leader of the All India Trinamool Congress, delivered a sharp and wide-ranging
BENGAL
TMC Sets Conditions for Backing No-Confidence Motion Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla
Trinamool Congress (TMC) Member of Parliament Abhishek Banerjee, on Tuesday has outlined specific conditions for his party to support the no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, initiated by
INDIA
‘Will sign No Confidence only if …’ What conditions did Abhishek Banerjee put to sign Motion against OM Birla?
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee on Tuesday stated that his party would consider supporting a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla only if its concerns are not
INDIA
Om Birla Directs Secretariat to Examine Opposition’s No-Confidence Motion, Report Says
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Tuesday responded to the no-confidence motion moved against him by opposition parties, directing the Lower House secretariat to examine the notice and expedite the
INDIA
Curfew and Internet Shutdown Enforced in Manipur’s Ukhrul After Renewed Violence
Fresh incidents of violence in Manipur’s Ukhrul district have prompted authorities to impose a curfew and suspend internet services for five days, following reports that armed individuals set fire to
INDIA
Congress Moves No-Confidence Motion Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Cites Procedural Concerns
The Congress party has initiated a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, formally seeking his removal from office. A notice to this effect was submitted to the Secretary
INDIA
NCP Merger Talks Gain Fresh Momentum After Ajit Pawar’s Demise
The untimely demise of Ajit Pawar has left a significant void in Maharashtra’s political landscape. Filling this vacuum is now a major challenge for the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), and
INDIA
Supreme Court Extends West Bengal SIR Deadline, Draws Clear Line on Micro-Observers’ Powers: Know Who Said What
The Supreme Court on Monday extended the deadline for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, while firmly clarifying that micro-observers have no authority to
INDIA
‘No Debate without Notice’: Lok Sabha Budget Session Adjourned After Rahul Gandhi Sought to Speak on India-US interim trade
The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day on Monday after repeated disruptions, with proceedings set to resume on February 10. The adjournment followed a tense exchange between Leader of
INDIA
Bomb threats to Parliament and 9 Delhi schools trigger evacuations, massive security sweep across capital
A bomb threat targeting India’s Parliament and at least nine prominent schools across Delhi triggered widespread panic and emergency responses on Monday morning, prompting evacuations and large-scale security checks across
INDIA
‘This Exposes Hypocrisy’: Sanjay Raut Slams RSS, BJP Over Invitees
A political controversy has erupted following a programme organised in Mumbai to mark the centenary year of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) leader Sanjay Raut has
BENGAL
Malda Tragedy: Bereaved Husband Attends Mandatory SIR Hearing After Leaving Wife and Infant in Morgue
A deeply tragic incident unfolded in West Bengal’s Malda district, where a school teacher was compelled to attend an Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearing after losing his wife and infant
INDIA
UP Woman Hangs Herself Accidentally While Filming a Reel; Probe Underway
A 27-year-old woman died while attempting to film a social media reel at her home in Uttar Pradesh’s Banda district, in an incident that police say appears to be a
POLITICS
One Mayor, Two Vote Banks: BJP’s Ritu Tawde Formula for Mumbai
For the first time since the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party has moved decisively to claim the mayor’s chair. On Saturday, the BJP formally announced Ritu Tawde,
INDIA
Rohit Pawar to Hold Press Conferences on Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Questions and NCP Merger
On Saturday, Nationalist Congress Party (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar announced that he would hold press conferences with presentations on February 10 and February 12 to raise questions related to the
INDIA
Supreme Court Declines Jan Suraaj Plea Challenging Bihar Poll Results, Directs Party to Approach High Court
The Supreme Court on Friday declined to entertain a plea filed by poll strategist-turned-politician Prashant Kishore’s party, Jan Suraaj, challenging the outcome of the Bihar Assembly elections held in November
POLITICS
Shutdown Enforced Across Kuki-Zo Regions in Manipur Following Overnight Clashes in Churachandpur
A complete shutdown has been enforced across Kuki-Zo-dominated areas of Manipur after violent clashes erupted between youth protesters and security forces in Churachandpur district late last night.The shutdown comes amid
INDIA
Supreme Court Permits 18-Year-Old to Terminate 30-Week Pregnancy, Upholds Reproductive Autonomy
The Supreme Court on Friday permitted an 18-year-old woman to terminate her 30-week pregnancy, underscoring that a woman “cannot be compelled” to continue a pregnancy against her will. The apex
MAHARASHTRA
Major Political Shake-Up in Mumbai Civic Body as NCP (Sharad Pawar Faction) Corporator Backs Mahayuti Alliance
A major and unexpected political development has unfolded in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), India’s richest civic body. Ajit Rawarane, the lone Municipal Corporator from the Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad
INDIA
25-year-old biker dies after falling into open DJB pit; Delhi government orders probe
A 25-year-old private bank employee died after allegedly falling into an open pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) on Joginder Singh Marg in west Delhi’s Janakpuri late on
INDIA
Epstein Scandal Reaches India: Sanjay Raut Names Union Minister, Seeks Resignation
The Jeffrey Epstein sex scandal has sent shockwaves across the globe, and its ripples are now being felt in Indian politics as well. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has
BENGAL
‘Why so-called victim never spoke earlier?’BJP defends Kolkata-based Youtuber booked in sexual assault charges
A Kolkata-based content creator was arrested on Thursday for allegedly sexually assaulting his girlfriend and forcibly detaining her. The accused, who goes by screen name ‘Nonsane’, was nabbed by Kolkata
INDIA
Meghalaya Coal Mine Explosion Kills 18; Rescue Operations Underway
At least 18 miners have been killed and one critically injured following an explosion at a coal mine in Meghalaya. The blast occurred at around 11:00 local time on Thursday
BENGAL
Bengal Budget 2026: Mamata Banerjee Govt. Issues Rs.500 Hike in ‘Lakkhir Bhandar’; 4% DA for State Employees
The West Bengal government has announced a ₹500 increase in the Lakshmir Bhandar allowance in the state budget, along with a 4% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government
POLITICS
Pawar Family Discusses Ajit Pawar Memorial in Baramati, Political Talks Put on Hold
Efforts are underway to build a memorial in Baramati in memory of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash on the 28th while traveling for
POLITICS
Parliament Turmoil: PM’s Lok Sabha Speech Dropped Amid Safety Fears, Opposition Hits Back
Proceedings in Parliament were disrupted on Thursaday, after allegations emerged that some Congress MPs were planning an unprecedented act against Prime Minister Narendra Modi inside the Lok Sabha. The claims
BENGAL
All Eyes on Bengal’s Pre-Election Interim Budget; Spotlight on Lakkhir Bhandar, Health & Welfare Schemes
The final session of the West Bengal Legislative Assembly under the third government led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will be held on Thursday. The state’s vote-on-account or the pre-election
INDIA
Supreme Court asks Bengal to clear 25% DA dues by March 31 & directs recalculation
The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the West Bengal government to clear at least 25% of the pending Dearness Allowance (DA) dues to the state employees by March 31 of
INDIA
Yumnam Khemchand Singh Sworn in as Manipur CM; President’s Rule Revoked
Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Yumnam Khemchand Singh was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Manipur on Wednesday, formally ending nearly a year of President’s Rule in the
INDIA
'Justice cries behind doors...' Mamata Banerjee quotes Tagore while arguing over mass SIR deletions in Bengal
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made an emotional submission before the Supreme Court on Wednesday while arguing against alleged voter deletions under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, invoking
INDIA
Piyush Goyal Assures Parliament on Safeguards for Agriculture in US Trade Pact
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday assured Parliament that India’s agriculture and dairy sectors have been fully protected in the proposed India–US trade agreement, amid political backlash over the
INDIA
“WhatsApp Commission…”: Mamata Banerjee accuses Election Commission of mass voter deletions in Supreme Court
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday took a swipe at the Election Commission of India during a hearing in the Supreme Court of India, called the poll body
INDIA
“Save Democracy…”Mamata Banerjee Makes Rare Appearance in Supreme Court, Personally Argues Against SIR Exercise
In an unprecedented and dramatic moment in India’s constitutional history, Mamata Banerjee, a sitting Chief Minister, personally appeared before the Supreme Court of India to argue her own case. The
INDIA
“Why Should Parties Seek BJP’s Permission?”: Raut Accuses BJP of ‘Controlling’ Parties Through Election Commission
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut questioned why the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) believes that all political parties in the country must seek its approval before taking internal decisions.Speaking to
INDIA
Explained | The Reliefs Mamata Banerjee Has Sought in Her Supreme Court Petitions on SIR
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has approached the Supreme Court seeking a series of directions against the Election Commission of India (ECI) over its ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR)
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee set to argue ‘for SIR victims’ in Supreme Court, Here’s What is Happening Inside
A three-judge Bench led by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M. Pancholi, is slated to hear petitions linked to West Bengal Chief
INDIA
Sharad Pawar Breaks Silence on NCP Merger Rumours
Senior leader Sharad Pawar on Wednesday clarified the speculation surrounding a possible merger of the two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), clarifying that while discussions had taken place,
INDIA
“Gyanesh Kumar threatened me…”: Mamata Banerjee Breaks Down Delhi EC Showdown
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday laid out her version of the sequence of events that led her to “boycott” the meeting with Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar,
INDIA
TMC warns impeachment against CEC Gyanesh Kumar after Delhi showdown; Is is possible arithmetically?
Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday warned of an impeachment motion against Gyanesh Kumar, Chief Election Commissioner - after a ‘bitter’ meeting with Election Commission of India (ECI)
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Raises Impeachment Pitch Against CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Alleges Bias in Electoral Roll Revision
Escalating her offensive against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday raised the possibility of his impeachment, alleging bias and misconduct by the poll
INDIA
Dapurmal Village Still Struggles for Basic Facilities Despite Development Around
Barely 130 km from Thane city, Dapurmal, a tribal village in Thane district, continues to struggle for basic facilities such as roads, water, schools and healthcare, even as much of
INDIA
Sanjay Raut Alleges Ajit Pawar Carried Irrigation Scam File Till His Last Flight, Seeks Judicial Probe
The Rajya Sabha on Monday took up a discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s Address on the fourth day of Parliament’s ongoing Budget Session. Participating in the
BENGAL
Trinamool MPs walk out of Rajya Sabha, accuse Centre of denying West Bengal Rs 2 lakh crore in budget
New Delhi: Trinamool Congress (TMC) members staged a walkout from the Rajya Sabha on Monday, alleging that the Union Budget had ignored West Bengal and that the Centre was withholding
POLITICS
Uproar in Lok Sabha after Rahul Gandhi Cites Unpublished Army Chief Naravane’s Memoir on 2020 China Standoff
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, sparked an uproar in Parliament on Monday after attempting to quote from a magazine article based on an unpublished memoir by
POLITICS
Sanjay Raut Flags Conspiracy Angle in Ajit Pawar Plane Crash Death
Shivsena UBT MP Sanjay Raut questioning the death of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar in a plane crash near Baramati whether the incident was an accident or the result
INDIA
‘Something happened behind the scenes’: Uddhav Sena, Congress raise doubts over Ajit Pawar Plane Crash
Questions are mounting over whether the plane crash that killed NCP leader Ajit Pawar was merely an accident, with leaders from the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray faction) and the
WORLD
Pakistan to Skip India Clash at T20 World Cup 2026 Despite Tournament Participation
Even before the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 gets underway, a major development has emerged from Pakistan. The Pakistan government has announced that while the national team will take part
POLITICS
12 Minors Missing in 36 Hours in Mumbai; Police Launch Citywide Search
A sharp rise in cases of missing children has raised serious concerns in Mumbai, with 12 minors including eight girls reported missing over the past 36 hours, police data shows.According
INDIA
Lok Sabha disrupted as Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah object to Rahul Gandhi’s remarks amid Ongoing Budget Sessio
The Lok Sabha witnessed brief disorder on Monday shortly after Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi began his address, as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah interrupted him
BENGAL
“Stop these atrocities…”: Mamata Banerjee accuses Delhi Police of excesses at Banga Bhavan Ahead of Meeting with CEC Gyanesh Ku
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday slammed the Union Government accusing them of subjecting Bengalis to “torture” and “atrocities”, hours ahead of her meeting with Chief Election Commissioner
WORLD
Bangladesh court sentences Sheikh Hasina to 10 years in Purbachal land allotment cases
A Dhaka court on Sunday sentenced former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina to a total of 10 years in prison in two separate corruption cases linked to the allocation of
MAHARASHTRA
Late-Night Firing Outside Rohit Shetty’s Home; Police Probe Bishnoi Gang Role
Four alleged gang members of Bishnoi Gang Member were arrested in connection with the firing incident outside Bollywood director Rohit Shetty’s residence in Juhu in the early hours of Sunday,
MAHARASHTRA
NCP Leader Amol Mitkari Raises Questions Over Circumstances Surrounding Ajit Pawar’s Death Ankit Salvi | Mumbai
Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MLC Amol Mitkari has raised serious questions over the circumstances surrounding the death of senior leader and Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, saying several inconsistencies linked