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July 21 firing unnecessary: CM quotes judicial commission
A commission report on the 1993 police firing was tabled in the assembly. The report stated the firing was unnecessary and worse than Jallianwala Bagh. Compensation of Rs 25 lakh was recommended for each bereaved family. The Chief Minister announced the government would provide this compensation. The commission also indicted several IPS officers for their role. -
Rs 28.5 crore cash, Rs 21.5 crore gold: Police raid retired bus driver's house in West Bengal
Birbhum police raided a retired driver's home, seizing gold and cash worth crores. Investigators questioned the driver and his son about the wealth's origin. The operation targeted individuals linked to stone trading and alleged illegal activities. Authorities are examining potential siphoning of government revenue from toll gates. Political figures commented on the raid and the need for accountability. -
'Planned Delhi trip hours before tragedy': Mystery shrouds award-winning IIT-Kharagpur professor's death
An assistant professor at IIT Kharagpur was discovered deceased in his campus quarters.He was found hanging from a ceiling fan by a student on Wednesday.Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the professor's untimely death.The institute has reported previous suicides and is cooperating with the investigation.His family will arrive for the postmortem and to assist with inquiries. -
2 new nails for private buses: Free ride for women on govt buses, more metros
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IIT-Kharagpur professor found hanging in staff quarters
In a tragic incident, a professor from IIT-Kharagpur, Deepak Reddy Pullaguram, was found dead in his staff quarters. Authorities discovered him hanging and promptly initiated an unnatural death investigation. Medical personnel at BC Roy Hospital confirmed his death, and his body has been sent for a post-mortem examination. Family members have been notified of this heartbreaking event, raising concerns about mental health issues. -
Mercstone teams up with Thai co Assara to make e-scooters in Bengal
Manufacturing Unit To See Phased Investment Of Rs 250 Crore -
ISKCON to supply midday meals to Kolkata schools from Aug 1, West Bengal govt to provide eggs through SHGs
ISKCON is set to provide cooked mid-day meals in Kolkata schools from August 1. To enhance nutrition for primary school children, the funding allocation will rise to ten rupees per student. Importantly, there will be no job losses for existing cook-cum-helpers as part of this initiative, with further central funding on the horizon. -
Voter card, Aadhaar, bank a/c, PAN not citizenship proof: Calcutta high court
Calcutta High Court stated voter cards and Aadhaar are not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship. The court refused to interfere in proceedings concerning a Murshidabad man held in a detention centre. Nasir and his cousin Suman Molla were given chances to prove his Indian citizenship by descent. Nasir could not provide a birth certificate or specify his parents' burial locations. -
Jail to bail in 3 hours: All 16 NEET protesters get relief in Kolkata after SC order prompts 2nd hearing
A Kolkata court granted bail to sixteen individuals arrested during a protest march. This decision followed a Supreme Court order restraining coercive actions against NEET protesters. The court reversed its earlier jail custody order after receiving the apex court's directive. While ten accused had no criminal records, six had pending charges. The state government issued a statement clarifying protection for students without criminal antecedents. -
Disabled woman in hospital after attack by neighbour’s dog
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CJP protest: Jubilant kin welcome bail relief with flowers, hugs and tears outside Bankshall Court in Kolkata
Sixteen individuals were released on bail outside Bankshall Court on Tuesday evening. They were arrested following a protest concerning the alleged NEET paper leak incident. Family and supporters greeted the accused with cheers and flowers after their release. The accused were initially remanded to judicial custody before bail was granted. This development brought an end to an anxious day for all involved. -
From landfills to living spaces: Kolkata’s circular economy changemakers
Kolkata's creative minds are on a mission to revolutionize waste management. Architects and business visionaries are ingeniously repurposing discarded materials into homes and infrastructure. From Mukti Gupta's school built with agricultural waste to Ranjan Gupta’s sturdy construction solutions derived from mixed municipal byproducts, these 'waste warriors' are setting the stage for a cleaner city and a resilient tomorrow. -
Gaushala, fish farming, swan cultivation: What's coming up at Kolkata's Lok Bhavan
Kolkata's historic Lok Bhavan plans to establish a new cowshed within its grounds.This facility will house various well-known cow breeds for rearing and care.The project also explores swan cultivation and ornamental fish farming within the complex.Cow dung will be converted into biogas and fertilizer for sustainable waste management.This initiative follows similar projects at other Governor's residences across India. -
‘My commute was longer, costlier & more exhausting’
12-hour App cab strike -
Kolkata Police arrest 3 more over NEET protest violence, total arrests reach 14
Kolkata police arrested three more people on Sunday, bringing the total to 14.Investigators identified the accused through CCTV footage and videos from the protest site.Seven FIRs have been registered, and charges include damage to public property.The violence occurred during a protest over alleged NEET exam irregularities and corruption.Further arrests are anticipated as the investigation continues to verify suspect identities. -
NEET protest: Anti-gang law debuts in West Bengal with 7 FIRs against rallyists; 11 arrested after CM says ‘goons’ infiltrated rally
In a move to tackle rising violence, Bengal's anti-gang law was introduced on Saturday, just a day after intense protests led to clashes. Authorities have filed seven FIRs against seventy individuals recognized for their roles in the disturbances. The Chief Minister assured that the new law will impose strict penalties on those involved, aiming to prevent future disorder and enhance public safety. -
Twin blows: Viral, seasonal allergic conjunctivitis cases see a surge
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Hindu outfit's plan to install Shiva Lingam near Adina Mosque rekindles mandir-masjid debate in West Bengal
A Hindu group plans to worship at the Adina Mosque site on Monday.They claim the mosque was built over an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Adinath.The Archaeological Survey of India marks the mosque's boundaries for rituals.Local histories suggest older structures and Buddhist motifs existed there.The mosque has a long history of religious and social significance. -
Bengal inflated Amphan relief claim by ₹32,000 cr, says CAG report
‘House-Building Grants Credited More Than Once To A/cs Of 9,226 Beneficiaries’ -
Probe into paper leak will be thorough, assures Suvendu
‘Anti-National Elements’ Will Be Identified, Forced Participation In Rallies Won’t Be Tolerated: CM -
Green activist to PM: Step in to revive NGT eastern bench
Environmental activist Subhas Datta urged Prime Minister Modi for urgent intervention.He highlighted the prolonged absence of a regular National Green Tribunal bench in Kolkata.This vacuum delays critical ecological dispute adjudication across eastern India and its islands.Two Bengal cases illustrate the crisis, with delayed enforcement and wetland damage.Datta seeks directions to restore regular hearings for effective environmental protection. -
Kolkata NEET paper leak protest: Left student groups clash with police; traffic disrupted at Dorina Crossing
Left student groups clashed with police in Kolkata over the alleged NEET paper leak. Protesters blocked traffic and threw objects at police personnel during the demonstration. Police used batons and tear gas to disperse the agitated crowd at Dorina Crossing. A group supporting the Cockroach Janta Party joined the Left-led protest. Demonstrators demanded the Union Education Minister's resignation and NTA dissolution. -
Murshidabad train tragedy: West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari directs police to seek death penalty for gateman
West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari met victims' families after a tragic accident. He directed police to expedite the investigation and seek capital punishment for the arrested gateman. The chief minister handed over compensation cheques to the bereaved families of the deceased. He assured families that district administration would resolve their demands within fifteen days. Adhikari also pledged to strengthen safety measures at the Karna Subarna level crossing. -
E20 drag visible on small car sales across Kol showrooms
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Bikers' group, which suspended rides after PM Narendra Modi's appeal, to resume adventures
On August 7, 2026, the Enfield Tigers Motorcycle Riders Club will resume its thrilling adventures after a three-month hiatus sparked by fuel conservation efforts. The club had heeded Prime Minister Modi's call to save oil, leading to a voluntary stoppage of rides. With fuel limitations now eased, riders are buzzing with anticipation for their adventure to the picturesque Patratu Valley and adjacent waterfalls in Jharkhand. -
Bike riders group that suspended rides after PM Narendra Modi's appeal to resume adventures
On August 7, 2026, the Enfield Tigers Motorcycle Riders Club will resume its thrilling adventures after a three-month hiatus sparked by fuel conservation efforts. The club had heeded Prime Minister Modi's call to save oil, leading to a voluntary stoppage of rides. With fuel limitations now eased, riders are buzzing with anticipation for their adventure to the picturesque Patratu Valley and adjacent waterfalls in Jharkhand. -
Calcutta high court grants Mahua Moitra interim protection from coercive action over alleged remarks against Hindu girls
The Calcutta High Court has granted interim protection to Trinamool MP Mahua Moitra, safeguarding her from coercive actions linked to cases addressing religious sentiments. The court has scheduled her appearance for investigations on August fourteenth. Her legal team contends the FIRs are ill-intentioned and overlook her prior complaints. To retain this protective status, Moitra is required to fully cooperate with the ongoing investigation. -
‘Worse than Jallianwala Bagh,’ says report on firing on 1993 West Bengal rally
A commission report on the 1993 police firing was tabled in the assembly.The report stated the firing was worse than the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.It also mentioned that bullets were not needed to control the distant crowd.Several IPS officers were indicted in the commission's findings.The government offered families an opportunity to file fresh FIRs. -
Calcutta high court orders police to arrest cricketer Abhishek Porel, seize electronic devices
The Calcutta High Court ordered Bengal Police to arrest cricketer Abhishek Porel.He faces criminal charges of rape lodged by a medical student.The student alleged sexual assault and abuse with a false promise of marriage.Cops have seized a pen drive for forensic examination.Porel remains at large while police investigate the case. -
Adhikari directs officials to fast-track Rs 55,000-crore central projects
Projects Span Oil & Gas, Highways, Coal Sectors
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