Victor Dasgupta | Jul 14, 2026, 9:58 AM IST
West Bengal has introduced a legal framework that allows authorities to seize and auction the properties of those accused of participating in riots or violent protests to recover compensation for damages caused.
Victor Dasgupta | Jul 14, 2026, 7:05 AM IST
Relocating the mosque would facilitate planned airport redevelopment and improve runway operations. Reports claim that the structure's location has long been considered an obstacle to expanding aviation infrastructure.
Victor Dasgupta | Jun 29, 2026, 10:48 AM IST
The primary challenges contend that a UCC infringes on the fundamental right to freely practice religion (Article 25) and rights of minority communities to preserve their distinct cultures (Article 29).
Victor Dasgupta | Jun 29, 2026, 6:45 AM IST
Other ministers in the state cabinet have welcomed the move. Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Sankar Ghosh said that the implementation of UCC will be a historic step.
Hritika Mitra | Jun 24, 2026, 5:59 PM IST
The under-construction structure was part of a multi-storey warehouse and cold storage complex being developed by Behera Brothers.
Victor Dasgupta | Jun 24, 2026, 8:54 AM IST
Adhikari referred to several old and recent rape cases, including incidents in Rampurhat, Hanskhali, Kasba Law College, Kamduni and Dhupguri
Tahir Qureshi | Jun 23, 2026, 8:04 PM IST
Justice Gaurang Kanth also instructed authorities to preserve footage from all CCTV cameras installed inside and outside Shekhawati Memorial School, which served as the counting centre.
Joy Pillai | Jun 22, 2026, 2:26 PM IST
The BJP government in West Bengal presented its first full budget for the financial year 2026-27 on Monday. The state government made several major announcements in the budget, including 100,000 government jobs and free bus service for women.
Victor Dasgupta | Jun 22, 2026, 9:31 AM IST
West Bengal Budget LIVE: Another major concern is West Bengal's debt burden, as successive governments have relied heavily on borrowing for welfare schemes. Agriculture continues to struggle with low productivity and a lack of modern irrigation facilities
Victor Dasgupta | Jun 22, 2026, 1:12 PM IST
Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced that girl students of State govt and govt aided schools will be granted a scholarship of 50,000.
Victor Dasgupta | Jun 21, 2026, 12:16 PM IST
In many cases, the payment may get delayed due to incorrect bank account details or because the account has become inactive. Farmers should ensure that their bank account is active and that all the information linked to it is accurate and up to date.
Victor Dasgupta | Jun 21, 2026, 8:50 AM IST
Dressed in a white T-shirt and white pants, the PM performed the exercises with members of the public at the venue, with the Indian Army's Eastern Command on one side and the Maidan on the other.
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