Ex-Cricketer Shukla Misses Hearing for Cricket Duty
Former India cricketer and ex-sports minister Laxmi Ratan Shukla misses SIR hearing due to Vijay Hazare Trophy commitments. The Howrah MLA retired from politics in 2022.
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Bengal SIR Deaths: 7 Dead, Political War Erupts
The deaths of seven individuals linked to the SIR scheme in West Bengal trigger a fierce political blame game between TMC and BJP. Get the full details on the controversy.
ECI Eases Rules for Adivasi Voter Enrollment in Bengal
West Bengal CEO plans to simplify rules under SIR 2.0 to include tribal communities like Santhal, Munda in voter lists. New powers for DEOs aim to prevent exclusion.
BLO Suicide in West Bengal, Family Alleges Work Pressure
A Block Level Officer in West Bengal dies by suicide. Family alleges extreme work pressure from Special Intensive Revision duties. Details on the tragic incident and calls for investigation.
MHA Seeks Report on Attack on Suvendu Adhikari's Convoy
MHA seeks report after BJP's Suvendu Adhikari alleges TMC workers attacked his convoy with bamboo sticks and petrol can in West Midnapore. TMC denies, claims his own security lathi-charged BJP workers.
Elderly man dies during SIR hearing in Bengal
A 75-year-old man died of cardiac arrest while waiting for an SIR hearing in Birbhum. Family alleges stress from the electoral process. Read the full report.
Two die amid SIR hearing stress in West Bengal
A man dies by suicide fearing a SIR hearing in Bongaon, while a retired teacher collapses during a hearing in Rampurhat. Details on the tragic incidents.
ED Raids in West Bengal: BJP's Political Gamble
The recent ED raids in West Bengal, orchestrated by the Modi government, risk being counterproductive. Analysis suggests federal overreach may strengthen state defiance. Read more on the political implications.
WB Govt Files Caveat in SC After ED Raids on I-PAC
West Bengal government moves Supreme Court with a caveat after Enforcement Directorate raids I-PAC offices. Get the latest updates on this high-stakes legal and political development.
West Bengal Exempts Key Groups from SIR Hearing Appearance
West Bengal's CEO office exempts students, NRIs, seniors & others from in-person SIR hearings. New rules aim for a hassle-free electoral roll verification. Know the details.
Amartya Sen, Md Shami SIR Summons Explained by CEO
West Bengal CEO clarifies that Special Intensive Revision hearing notices to Amartya Sen & Mohammad Shami were routine verification steps due to blank linkage columns in forms. Details inside.
UN Map Row: Hearing Notice to Amartya Sen, TMC Targets 250
A group called 'Bangla Birodhis' has sent a hearing notice to Nobel laureate Amartya Sen over a UN map. Meanwhile, TMC's Abhishek Banerjee sets a target of 250 seats in the upcoming elections.
Former MP faces voter identity hearing in Bengal SIR process
Ex-Lok Sabha MP Tarun Mandal summoned for voter identity hearing in Bengal's SIR process. He criticises the ordeal, questioning Digital India's promise. Read more.
Bengal Man Found Dead, Family Alleges SIR Hearing Stress
A 40-year-old man was found dead in West Bengal's Hooghly. His family alleges extreme stress due to a Scheduled Caste certificate hearing. Police investigation ongoing.
Mohammed Shami Called for SIR Hearing in Kolkata
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami has been directed to appear before Kolkata Police for a Statement of Information Record (SIR) hearing on September 19, 2024, in connection with a 2021 case.
Shami, Dev Get EC Notices for Special Intensive Revision Hearing
Election Commission issues SIR hearing notices to cricketer Mohammed Shami, TMC MP Dev, and other celebrities. The move sparks political row in Bengal ahead of polls. Read the full details.
Doctors, Army Veteran Among 4 Brothers Served SIR Notice
Four brothers from Kolkata, including two state health doctors and an ex-Army doctor, face citizenship hearing. They allege harassment, forced to miss work. Read their story.
Mamata to Court Over Voter List Revision, Adhikari Dismisses
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee plans legal action against the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging harassment of vulnerable voters. BJP's Suvendu Adhikari dismisses the claims as political propaganda.
Kim Kardashian & Kanye West's 4 Kids and Co-Parenting
Explore the lives of North, Saint, Chicago, and Psalm West. Discover how Kim Kardashian and Kanye West navigate co-parenting post-divorce in the public eye. Read their inspiring story.
Bengal's Vulnerable Voters Struggle in SSR 2026 Process
Elderly and disabled voters in West Bengal endure immense hardship during the Special Summary Revision, turning a technical exercise into a public outcry. Read the full report.
Kolkata Family's Voter Roll Hearing Struggle
A Kolkata family, including a 70-year-old man and a toddler, attends an electoral hearing for Taniya Dey, highlighting voter data mismatch issues. Read their full story.
Modi, Shah, Nadda to visit West Bengal in January
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP's JP Nadda are scheduled for key visits to West Bengal this month, focusing on booth-level strengthening ahead of elections. Get the latest political updates.
EC Takes Strict Action on Summoning Elderly, Sick Voters
Election Commission warns of strict action against BLOs summoning voters aged 85+, sick, or disabled for hearings. New directive mandates door-to-door verification. Read the full story.
Kolkata Voters, BLOs Skip New Year Plans for SIR Hearings
Hundreds in Kolkata spent New Year's Day at SIR hearings to secure voting rights for 2026. BLOs also cancelled celebrations to verify citizenship documents. Read their stories.
EC to verify tea estate workers, PVTGs for voter list inclusion
West Bengal's Election Commission empowers DEOs to verify and include tea garden workers, ashram inmates, and PVTGs without documents in the final voter list via public hearings. Final list out Feb 14.
Earphones Risk Brain Focus & Hearing by 2026: Study
New research warns prolonged earphone use could harm brain's ability to focus and process sound by 2026. Learn the risks and how to protect your hearing health.
Kolkata Citizens Queue on New Year's Eve for SIR Hearing
An elderly woman in Kolkata attended a citizenship hearing days after knee replacement surgery, as the EC's SIR verification drive continued on Dec 31, causing hardship for many. Read more about the public ordeal.
Amit Shah wraps up 3-day Bengal strategy meet for 2026
Union Minister Amit Shah concluded a crucial 3-day visit to Kolkata, holding key meetings with BJP legislators and leaders to strategize for the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections. Read the full report.
Poet Joy Goswami Summoned by EC for SIR Hearing
Election Commission summons renowned Bengali poet Joy Goswami for a Special Intensive Revision hearing. Officials have contacted his family, promising full cooperation. Details inside.
2025: SIR at the Core of Bengal's Political Mood
The politics of 2025 defined West Bengal's mood, with the SIR issue at its heart, following the arithmetic set by the 2024 Lok Sabha verdict. Read our year-end analysis.
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