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'FLiRT': West Bengal records 36 cases of newest Covid variant
Thirty-six samples tested positive for the KP.2 variant, an Omicron offshoot, driving Covid cases. KP.2 replaces JN.1, found in 50% of samples, mainly from Kolkata. Belonging to the FLiRT group, KP.2 shows convergent evolution, causing mild symptoms. -
Passengers left frustrated as Akasa air flight to Kolkata delayed by seven hours
Over 100 passengers, including Ashish Yadav and his pregnant sister, faced inconvenience at Pune airport due to Akasa Air's flight delay. TOI contacted the airline spokesperson for reasons, with an official reply pending. The flight's revised departure time is 7.50pm for a midnight arrival in Kolkata. -
Monthly expenditure trends in Bengal: Food vs. non-food items
Rural Bengal spent more on food items than non-food items, while urban households showed the opposite trend. Rural Bengal's expenditure on 'paan, tobacco and intoxicants' was 5.8% monthly, higher than urban Bengal's 2.7%. A survey across India highlighted the increasing outflow on non-food items monthly. -
1 dead, 5 missing as Sikkim hit by massive landslides
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Kolkata's urban landscape to change with KMDA's approval for multi-storey buildings on thika land
The state cabinet approved the construction of multi-storey buildings on thika land in Kolkata, lifting the previous height restriction. This decision benefits thika lessess and promotes vertical expansions in the city. -
Taking ‘break from organisation’ for medical reasons: TMC's Abhishek Banerjee
Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee announced a break from party organization due to medical reasons. He urged the Bengal government to prioritize Awas Yojana beneficiaries caught in Centre-state conflict. Abhishek, elected to Lok Sabha from Diamond Harbour, emphasized the need for justice and housing rights. He expressed gratitude to the people of Bengal for their support and highlighted the party's commitment to addressing issues by December 31st. -
Taking ‘break from organisation’ for medical reasons: TMC general secretary Abhishek Banerjee
Trinamool Congress general secretary Abhishek Banerjee announced a break from party organization due to medical reasons. He urged the Bengal government to prioritize Awas Yojana beneficiaries caught in Centre-state conflict. Abhishek, elected to Lok Sabha from Diamond Harbour, emphasized the need for justice and housing rights. He expressed gratitude to the people of Bengal for their support and highlighted the party's commitment to addressing issues by December 31st. -
Arrest made in Kolkata for possession of ancient artefacts made from animal parts
Forest department arrests Amitabha Paul for possession of artefacts resembling remnants of an old civilization, including ivory images of deities and antique coins. ASI expertise needed to validate origins from Chandraketugarh or Gaur. -
Role of central forces, false votes ruined BJP’s chances: Suvendu Adhikari
Bengal BJP claims false voting affected constituencies like Arambag, Midnapore, Bankura, and Cooch Behar, leading to significant losses. -
Maniktala bypoll: TMC may field former Bengal minister Sadhan Pandey’s widow
Former state minister Sadhan Pandey's widow Supti Pandey is likely to be Trinamool's candidate for the Maniktala bypoll, indicated by CM Mamata Banerjee. Supti, CM Banerjee's BEd classmate, emerged as a surprise choice over her daughter Shrreya, who has been active in politics. The decision was made during a meeting at Nabanna. -
WB CM Mamata Banerjee rolls out 4% DA hike, Awas survey
CM Mamata Banerjee announced a 4% DA hike for govt employees from April 1 and a survey for Awas Yojana benefits. She emphasized timely project completion, cost control, and criticized officials for poor performance. -
BSF jawan attacked by intruders from B’desh, battles for life
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BSF jawan attacked by intruders from Bangladesh, battles for life
A BSF head constable was attacked by a group from Bangladesh at Dhantala in Nadia district. The constable sustained serious injuries and is in critical condition. -
Fire at Park Street cafe in Kolkata, no one injured
A fire broke out at a rooftop cafe in Park Centre, Kolkata, near Allen’s Park. No casualties reported. 14 fire tenders are diligently working to control the blaze. The Deputy Commissioner of Police affirmed the building was empty. -
Kolkata teacher resigns over 'no hijab' at college, misunderstanding, says governing body
Sanjida Qadar, a teacher at LJD Law College affiliated with the University of Calcutta, resigned due to an alleged hijab ban, which the college authorities clarified as a miscommunication. She will return on June 11, with the option for faculty to use a dupatta or scarf for head covering. -
2 TMC netas killed; Suvendu moves High Court over violence
Two Trinamool workers were murdered in post-poll clashes in Bengal involving TMC and rivals. The violence led to injuries and demands for arrests, highlighting post-election tensions. -
Severe blast in illegal firecracker factory in West Bengal, injures one
An illegal firecracker factory in Prayag village, Kolaghat area, West Bengal, experienced a severe blast, injuring one person and damaging several houses. -
Blast in illegal firecracker factory in West Bengal, one injured
An illegal firecracker factory in Prayag village, Kolaghat area, West Bengal, experienced a severe blast, injuring one person and damaging several houses. -
West Bengal: Man claimed to be TMC worker shot dead in Murshidabad
Sanatan Ghosh, a Trinamool Congress worker, was fatally shot in Hariharpara, Murshidabad district over a land dispute. -
Bangladesh MP murder: CID recovers bones from canal in West Bengal
West Bengal CID recovered body parts of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar from Bagjola canal, aiding the murder probe. -
Kolkata second best among world metros on May AQI list: Study
Kolkata and Chennai were found to have lower PM2.5 concentrations compared to Delhi, London, and New York in a study by IIT-Delhi’s CERCA. The study highlighted the importance of clean air for health and climate change. -
Bones recovered from West Bengal canal Bangladesh MP’s? CID awaits forensic report
West Bengal CID, with the help of Dwaipayan Ghosh & Mayukh Sengupta, recovered body parts of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar in Kolkata. Anar's daughter is summoned for DNA profiling. CID officials Akhilesh Kumar Chaturvedi and Indra Chakraborty oversaw the recovery at Krishnamati village. -
Bones found in canal belong to Bangladesh MP?
West Bengal CID, with the help of Dwaipayan Ghosh & Mayukh Sengupta, recovered body parts of Bangladeshi MP Anwarul Azim Anar in Kolkata. Anar's daughter is summoned for DNA profiling. CID officials Akhilesh Kumar Chaturvedi and Indra Chakraborty oversaw the recovery at Krishnamati village. -
Not staking claim today doesn't mean can't do so later: Mamata Banerjee
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Sec V lane on Salt Lake Bypass in Kolkata to be shut from Sunday in 7-day trial run
Bidhannagar Police will shut one lane of Salt Lake Bypass near Nicco Park for a seven-day trial to link the Metro station with the viaduct. RVNL needs the site to build the viaduct for Phase III of the Metro corridor. -
Actor-TMC MLA apologizes after video of assault on restaurant owner goes viral in Kolkata
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Why is Kolkata not cooling down even at night? Blame it on the heat island effect
Kolkata is enduring high temperatures and humidity levels before the monsoon, exacerbating the urban heat island effect. The city's built-up area expansion has reduced greenery and water bodies, contributing to the heat issue. -
West Bengal weather forecast: No relief from humidity for now, says MeT
Kolkata faced high humidity and 35.4°C temperature. HR Biswas forecasts discomfort due to low rain chances and potential heatwave conditions. Showers expected around June 14-15. -
INDIA not staking claim today doesn’t mean it can’t do so tomorrow: Mamata
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjeesaid that the INDIA bloc’s decision not to stake any claim to form the govt today does not mean that it is not going to stake claim tomorrow, adding that TDP’s Chandrababu Naidu and JD(U)’s Nitish Kumar “are also our friends”.Banerjee, who met Trinamool’s 29 new MPs at her Kalighat residence on Saturday, also took a swipe at BJP and Narendra Modi, saying the NDA govt might not last even “15 days”. -
Mamata to hold meeting with newly elected TMC MPs, senior party leaders
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee to meet TMC leaders and LS MPs to decide party's Lok Sabha strategy. TMC won 29 of 42 seats, BJP down to 12, Congress to 1. Meeting to discuss party's role and leader in Lok Sabha. Apart from Lok Sabha MPs, Rajya Sabha MPs and district presidents will also attend the meeting.
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