West Bengal LPG Shortage Leads to Long Queues at Gas Stations
Auto drivers and household consumers in West Bengal face severe delays, with queues forming overnight at LPG dispensing stations and distributor offices amid supply issues.
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CEC: No Voter Barred as Mamata Ends Protest After SC Order
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar confirms eligible voters will not be barred, following CM Mamata Banerjee's protest cancellation after Supreme Court directive. Review of election preparedness completed, with 50 lakh voter eligibility under scrut
EC Aims for Violence-Free Bengal Polls, Says CEC Gyanesh Kumar
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar emphasizes the Election Commission's commitment to ensuring West Bengal elections are free from violence and intimidation, with a focus on accurate electoral rolls through special intensive revision.
Woman Ends Life After Electoral Roll Lists Her Under Adjudication
A woman in West Bengal committed suicide after her name was listed under 'adjudication' in the electoral roll, sparking concerns over voter registration processes and mental health impacts.
TMC: EC Says Supreme Court Will Decide on SIR Concerns
After meeting with the Election Commission, TMC delegation led by Chandrima Bhattacharya reported that their concerns over SIR were not addressed, with EC stating the Supreme Court will decide the matter.
Murmu: Santals' Freedom Role Deserves More Recognition
President Droupadi Murmu highlights the underappreciated contributions of the Santal community to India's independence movement and emphasizes education for empowerment.
Mamata Banerjee Sit-In Over Voter Roll Deletions in Bengal
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has initiated a sit-in protest, alleging a conspiracy behind voter roll deletions and wrongful marking of voters as deceased ahead of upcoming elections.
EC Registers Humayun Kabir's Aam Janata Unnayan Party
The Election Commission of India has officially registered the Aam Janata Unnayan Party, founded by Humayun Kabir in West Bengal. The party announced its formation and manifesto in December 2025.
Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Gets Y-Plus Security
Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir has been provided with Y-Plus security cover by central agencies in West Bengal, following a threat assessment. This move highlights ongoing security concerns for political figures in the state.
Two Suicides Linked to Voter Roll Publication in Bengal
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee claims two deaths due to 'mental stress' from SIR voter roll publication in West Bengal, raising concerns about electoral processes.
TMC: Richa Ghosh, Bengal Minister, MLAs in Voter List Adjudication
The Trinamool Congress alleges cricketer Richa Ghosh, a Bengal minister, three MLAs, and local officials have been placed 'under adjudication' in the voter list, calling it BJP-ECI 'rigging'.
SC: Class 10 Admit Cards Not Standalone ID in West Bengal
The Supreme Court has ruled that Class 10 admit cards with pass certificates can serve as supplementary ID documents in West Bengal, but not as standalone proof of identity.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar Booked in WB Over SIR Harassment
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has been booked in West Bengal following complaints of harassment during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Seven individuals have filed FIRs alleging misconduct.
SC Orders Judicial Officers for West Bengal SIR Exercise
The Supreme Court has directed the deployment of judicial officers to adjudicate claims and objections in West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision exercise, addressing discrepancies in voter lists.
SC Orders Judicial Officers for Bengal's SIR Electoral Revision
The Supreme Court has directed the deployment of judicial officers to adjudicate claims and objections in West Bengal's Special Intensive Revision exercise, addressing logical discrepancies in voter lists.
UN Honors West Bengal's Matir Srishti and Aromatic Rice
The United Nations FAO has awarded an international certificate to West Bengal's Matir Srishti initiative for preserving natural heritage and aromatic rice varieties, celebrated by Mamata Banerjee.
CPI(M) Internal Dissent Over West Bengal Alliance
The CPI(M)'s alliance with Humayun Kabir's party in West Bengal sparks internal dissent and criticism from the TMC, highlighting growing disquiet within the communist party.
TMC's Yuva Sathi Scheme for Unemployed Youths in West Bengal
The Trinamool Congress has launched the Yuva Sathi welfare scheme targeting unemployed youths in West Bengal, while the BJP criticizes it as a political ploy to mask employment failures.
BJP-TMC War of Words Over High-Rise Polling Booths
The BJP and TMC are locked in a heated dispute regarding the proposal for high-rise polling booths in West Bengal, with accusations of voter intimidation and political violence escalating tensions ahead of elections.
CEC Gyanesh Kumar Mandates 5-Year SIR Record Preservation
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar has directed West Bengal officials to preserve Special Intensive Revision records for five years, warning of potential action by the poll panel even years after elections.
Teacher Jailed for Cornea Donation, Rejoins as BLO in WB
A West Bengal teacher was arrested and jailed for three days after donating his deceased mother's cornea, falsely accused of selling body parts. He has now resumed work as a Booth Level Officer.
Nurse Survives Nipah, Dies of Cardiac Arrest in Bengal
A nurse in West Bengal who had recovered from a Nipah virus infection has tragically died from cardiac arrest in hospital. This marks the second confirmed Nipah case in the state since December.
Nipah Virus Claims Nurse in West Bengal, First Recent Case
A 25-year-old nurse has died from Nipah virus in West Bengal, marking the first such case recorded in the state in recent history. Health officials are monitoring symptoms and treatment protocols.
Congress Solo Move Sharpens TMC-BJP Binary in Bengal
The Congress party's independent approach in West Bengal is reinforcing a direct competition between TMC and BJP, as recent election results show TMC with 29 seats, BJP at 12, and Congress with one.
SC Vows No Impediments in West Bengal SIR Exercise
The Supreme Court has firmly stated it will not allow any impediments to the Special Intensive Revision exercise in West Bengal, noting the Election Commission's affidavit about burnt notices.
BLO's Death Sparks Political Row Over Work Pressure in Bengal
The tragic death of a Block Level Officer in West Bengal due to cardiac arrest has ignited a political firestorm, with her family alleging excessive work pressure from the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
Bengal Fire Toll 21, 28 Missing; Section 144 Imposed
A devastating fire in West Bengal has claimed 21 lives, with 28 individuals still missing. Authorities have imposed prohibitory orders to restrict public movement ahead of a planned visit by opposition leaders.
Nipah Virus: High Fatality, No Vaccine Available
Nipah virus cases in West Bengal raise global concern. With 40-75% fatality, no specific treatment, and neurological complications, experts detail symptoms and transmission risks.
India Steps Up Nipah Virus Monitoring After West Bengal Cases
India has enhanced health surveillance for Nipah virus following two confirmed cases in West Bengal. Health authorities confirm the situation is contained with no evidence of wider transmission, while international monitoring increases.
Nipah Virus: India's Rare but Deadly Health Threat
Nipah virus remains a rare but highly fatal pathogen in India, with recent cases in West Bengal highlighting ongoing risks. Learn about transmission, symptoms, and why awareness matters.
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