PM Modi says Bengal on fast development track under NDA's double-engine governmentPrime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that West Bengal is now on a rapid development path under the NDA's 'double-engine' government, contr...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.53 PM IST
Modi releases PM-Kisan instalment for 9.44 crore farmers, launches world's largest crop insurance scheme in BengalPrime Minister Narendra Modi disbursed over Rs 18,880 crore to 9.44 crore farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme. He also launched the Pradhan M...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
Paschimbanga Divas revives debate over Bengal's birth, identity and historical memoryWest Bengal's June 20, marking its partition-era birth, has become a potent political symbol. The BJP government's official observance of P...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.10 PM IST
Congress names Julfikar Ali as Congress Legislature Party leader in West BengalThe Congress has appointed Julfikar Ali as the leader of its Legislature Party in West Bengal, with Motab Shaikh named as deputy. These app...
20 Jun, 2026, 05.09 PM IST
PM Modi to mark Paschimbanga Divas, lead Yoga Day events in KolkataPrime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate multiple development projects worth Rs 18,880 crore in West Bengal during his two-day vis...
20 Jun, 2026, 02.46 PM IST
PM Modi greets people of West Bengal on 'Paschimbanga Divas'Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to West Bengal on 'Paschimbanga Divas', observed on June 20. This day commemorates the 1947...
20 Jun, 2026, 09.54 AM IST
Adani eyes Bengal ports, logistics opportunities as SMPK plans tourism pushKolkata's Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port is set to get a river cruise terminal and museum, boosting tourism. The port aims to increase cargo h...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
Expedite decision on lawyer's plea against deletion from voter list after Bengal SIR: SC to tribunalThe Supreme Court has directed an appellate tribunal to expedite the decision on an advocate's appeal challenging his name's deletion from ...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.17 PM IST
Participation in Yoga Day function not mandatory for public servants: Bengal govt to Calcutta HCThe Calcutta High Court has dismissed a petition questioning a West Bengal government order regarding International Yoga Day participation....
19 Jun, 2026, 01.42 PM IST
Kolkata set for mega Yoga Day as PM Modi to lead the main event at Red RoadKolkata is set to host grand celebrations for the 12th International Yoga Day on June 21, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the mai...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
West Bengal Governor Ravi warns on infiltration, seeks Gorkhaland solutionWest Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi addressed the Assembly's budget session. He spoke about illegal infiltration affecting the state's demograph...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.11 PM IST
Government may lift fuel-supply safeguards once West Asia crisis abates: OfficialIndia plans to ease emergency energy measures as global tensions subside. These steps were taken to ensure fuel availability amid West Asia...
18 Jun, 2026, 06.35 PM IST
Calcutta HC refuses interim order on Bengal Assembly Speaker's decision over LoP appointmentThe Calcutta High Court has refused an interim order regarding the appointment of Ritabrata Banerjee as Leader of Opposition. TMC MLA Sobha...
18 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Airlines may fly low this fiscalIndian airlines face a profit drop this financial year. Higher fuel prices, airspace limits, and a weaker rupee are increasing costs. Fleet...
18 Jun, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
Weak monsoon prolongs south Bengal's summer woesSouth Bengal will continue to experience sweltering heat. The monsoon is weak in southern districts, bringing little rain. Light showers ar...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.23 PM IST
Fuel prices to be reviewed based on crude oil supply, says Union Minister Suresh GopiUnion Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Gas Suresh Gopi said the government will review fuel prices based on the availability of ...
14 Jun, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
As women flock to free state buses in Bengal, private operators look for rescue planPrivate bus operators in West Bengal are facing significant revenue losses following the introduction of free travel for women on governmen...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.40 AM IST