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BENGAL
Frozen Democracy? 91 Lakh Names Vanish from Bengal Voter Rolls Ahead of Crucial Polls
The EC has defended the exercise as a necessary correction to weed out duplicate, deceased, and otherwise ineligible entries, asserting that the process was conducted in a “phased and transparent manner” with due checks at every stage. Officials maintain that the objective was to ensure a “clean and error-free electoral roll,” a cornerstone for free and fair elections.
Apr 8, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
From Grief to Ballot: BJP Fields RG Kar Victim’s Mother, Ignites Political Firestorm in Bengal
In a dramatic and emotionally charged move ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded the mother of the RG Kar Medical College
Mar 26, 2026Read Story
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INDIA
Battle for the Bengali Plate: How Fish, Meat and Identity Became Central to Bengal’s Poll Politics?
As West Bengal heads into the 2026 Assembly elections, an unlikely yet deeply symbolic battleground has emerged — the Bengali plate. What began as a policy debate outside the state
Mar 24, 2026Read Story
INDIA
Bengal Polls 2026 LIVE: EC reshuffle sparks political heat, TMC hits campaign trail amid changing weather
With the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections drawing closer, political temperatures are rising alongside shifting weather conditions across the state. The Election Commission’s latest administrative reshuffle has intensified the pre-poll
Mar 24, 2026Read Story
INDIA
Assam Poll Twist: BJP Minister Nandita Garlosa Switches to Congress After Ticket Snub, Set to Contest Haflong
In a significant political development ahead of the Assam Assembly elections, former BJP minister Nandita Garlosa has joined the Congress after being denied a ticket by the ruling party, triggering
Mar 23, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
‘Modi Biggest Infiltrator, Won’t Let Them Snatch Rights': Mamata Banerjee’s Ups her Ante against BJP at Eid Celebration
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched a sharp political attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Eid celebrations in Kolkata, accusing him of being the “biggest infiltrator” while asserting
Mar 21, 2026Read Story
INDIA
'Bengal First': TMC Unveils Welfare-Heavy Manifesto with Cash Sops, Jobs Push and Strong Pitch Against Centre
Positioning the upcoming Assembly elections as a battle for Bengal’s identity and economic future, the All India Trinamool Congress (AITC) has released its 2026 manifesto—anchored in welfare expansion, job creation,
Mar 20, 2026Read Story
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP of conspiracy during Manifesto release: ‘Unofficial President's Rule Imposed in Poll-bound Bengal’
Chief Minister of Bengal and All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo, Mamata Banerjee, released the party’s manifesto ahead of the assembly elections on Friday evening, pledging 10 new developments to
Mar 20, 2026Read Story
INDIA
TMC Moves Calcutta High Court Challenging EC’s Transfer of IAS, IPS Officers Ahead of Bengal Polls
In a fresh escalation of tensions ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP and senior advocate Kalyan Banerjee has approached the Calcutta High Court, challenging
Mar 20, 2026Read Story
INDIA
Mamata Banerjee Alleges ‘Unprecedented Targeting’ of Bengal by EC, Calls Actions a Threat to Constitutional Order
Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday sharply criticised the Election Commission of India over its recent actions of shuffling administrative and state security official in the state ahead of
Mar 19, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
‘Kolkata Police prepared for challenges’, newly-appointed CP Ajay Kumar Nanda assures ahead of Bengal Assembly election
Ahead of the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections, newly-appointed Commissioner of Kolkata Police, IPS Ajay Kumar Nanda, has asserted that the city police are fully equipped to handle any law-and-order
Mar 17, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
Bengal Assembly Election 2026: Bhawanipur set for Mamata–Suvendu rematch as TMC unveils candidate list with strong diversity push
West Bengal’s political landscape is gearing up for a high-voltage contest as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is poised for a direct face-off with BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari from Bhabanipur, setting
Mar 17, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
‘Insult to Adivasis, Women’: PM Modi Fires at TMC Over President Murmu Visit and Law-and-Order at Kolkata’s Brigade Rally
With the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections on the horizon, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday sharpened his political pitch at Kolkata’s Brigade Parade Ground, framing the battle for Bengal
Mar 14, 2026Read Story
INDIA
‘Bugle for New Bengal Has Sounded’: PM Modi Launches Fierce Attack on TMC at Kolkata Mega Rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp political attack on the ruling Trinamool Congress during a massive rally at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on Saturday, declaring that the “storm
Mar 14, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
‘Bengal People Love Them Who Love Bengal’: CM Mamata Banerjee Says While Greeting New Governor R.N. Navi
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday welcomed newly appointed Governor R.N. Navi, saying that the people of the state appreciate those who value Bengal and its culture. Speaking during her
Mar 12, 2026Read Story
INDIA
From Protocol to Politics: President Draupadi Murmu Questions Bengal Government, Mamata Banerjee Fires Back
A routine presidential visit to North Bengal took an unexpectedly political turn on Saturday, setting off a sharp exchange between President Droupadi Murmu and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.The
Mar 7, 2026Read Story
WORLD
Israel 'Planned Khamenei Assassination Months in Advance, Ops Moved Accordingly': Israel Def Minister
Israel had decided to eliminate Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as early as November last year and had originally planned to execute the operation around mid-2026, Israel’s Defence Minister Israel
Mar 6, 2026Read Story
MAHARASHTRA
Maharashtra Cabinet Clears Tough Anti-Conversion Bill; Up to 7 Years Jail, Rs 5 Lakh Fine Proposed
The Maharashtra cabinet has approved a draft anti-conversion law titled the Maharashtra Religious Freedom Act, 2026, proposing stringent punishment for forced or fraudulent religious conversions. The proposed legislation provides for
Mar 6, 2026Read Story
INDIA
IAF Su-30MKI Fighter Jet Crashes in Assam; Two Pilots Killed During Training Sortie
An Indian Air Force (IAF) Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter aircraft that went off radar during a training exercise in the Karbi Anglong region of Assam has crashed, killing both pilots on
Mar 6, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose Resigns; Tamil Nadu Governor to Hold Additional Charge
In a dramatic turn of events, Dr. C. V. Ananda Bose has resigned from the post of Governor of West Bengal, bringing an end to his tenure at the Raj
Mar 5, 2026Read Story
BENGAL
PM Modi to Address Mega Brigade Rally on March 14 in Kolkata Marking the End of BJP’s ‘Parivartan Yatra’ Ahead of Polls
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address a major rally at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on March 14, marking the culmination of the Parivartan Yatra launched by the
Mar 5, 2026Read Story
BIHAR
Who Will Succeed Nitish Kumar? Samrat Choudhary, Vijay Sinha Among Frontrunners for Bihar CM Post
As veteran leader Nitish Kumar prepares to move to the Rajya Sabha, a major leadership transition appears to be unfolding in Bihar. The expected shift comes only months after Kumar
Mar 5, 2026Read Story
KARNATAKA
PM Modi's One Day Karnataka Visit Ahead of 2023 Assembly Elections Costed Rs 33 Crore of Public Funds, RTI Reveals
An RTI response has revealed that more than Rs 33 crore of public money was spent on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s one-day visit to Karnataka on February 27, 2023, weeks
Mar 5, 2026Read Story
WORLD
Air India Cancels 50 International Flights as Middle East Tensions Escalate; Explosions Reported in Dubai
Air India has cancelled 22 additional international flights scheduled for Sunday, raising the total number of overseas service suspensions to 50 amid intensifying instability in the Middle East. The decision
Mar 1, 2026Read Story
WORLD
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei Assassinated in Coordinated US-Israeli Strikes, Tehran Launches Fresh Strike
Iran has confirmed the death of its Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, following a large-scale joint military operation carried out by the United States and Israel. The unprecedented strikes, targeting strategic
Mar 1, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 28, 2026Read Story
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’
Feb 28, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 28, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 28, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 27, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 27, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 27, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 27, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 25, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 24, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 24, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 24, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 24, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 23, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 23, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 23, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 21, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 19, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 19, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 18, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 18, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 18, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 18, 2026Read Story
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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
Feb 16, 2026Read Story
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
Feb 13, 2026Read Story