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Proud of our son Suvendu, doesn't need to sign membership to join family: RSS

The RSS considers leaders joining the BJP from other parties as part of its ideological family. General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale stated that formal membership is not required, likening it to a daughter-in-law joining a household. He expressed happiness at the BJP's growth and acceptance. Swayamsevaks played a role in West…

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Census, Hunter, Eaton: Essential reading on the Bengali Muslim

One of West Bengal’s most controversial poll seasons just concluded, with the Bharatiya Janata Party defeating the Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government.

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West Bengal's govt issues major new order on toll gates closure

As per the official order, district magistrates will first identify such toll gates/drop gates that fall in their jurisdiction, after which these structure will be removed/closed and necessary steps will be taken to prevent their re-establishment.

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West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari sworn-in as MLA in Legislative Assembly

Suvendu Adhikari took oath as West Bengal Chief Minister following a significant BJP win. He bowed to the assembly steps before entering. The new government's first cabinet meeting resolved to transfer land to the Border Security Force for fencing the India-Bangladesh border. This move aims to address illegal infiltration. The…

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Ayushman Bharat scheme for West Bengal: Who is eligible for AB-PMJAY and how you can apply

West Bengal is bringing back the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. This scheme provides cashless health insurance of up to Rs 5 lakh per family each year. All senior citizens aged 70 and above can now apply for this coverage. The government aims to ease the burden of…

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Could Deleted Votes Have Changed 31 Bengal Seats?

What happens when the number of deleted voters becomes bigger than the winning margin in an election seat? That question is now at the centre of a major political and legal debate in West Bengal after All India Trinamool Congress made explosive claims before the Supreme Court of India. The…

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CBI takes over probe in murder of West Bengal CM Suvendu's aide, files FIR

The CBI has taken over the investigation into the murder of Chandranath Rath, aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The state police had previously arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar in connection with the killing. Rath was shot dead in Madhyamgram on May 6. The CBI's…

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In BJP-EC's 'chor bazaar', bigger the theft, bigger the reward: Rahul Gandhi's dig at WB govt appointments

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi slammed the recent appointments in West Bengal, likening the situation to a 'chor bazaar' orchestrated by the BJP alongside the Election Commission.

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Who is IITian Manoj Agarwal, West Bengal’s new chief secretary, and why is the opposition criticising his appointment?

Senior IAS officer Manoj Agarwal has been appointed as the new chief secretary of West Bengal. This appointment has sparked controversy, with opposition parties alleging political favouritism due to Agarwal's recent role as Chief Electoral Officer during the state's Assembly elections.

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Summon envoy over Muslims' persecution, demands Jamaat

Following BJP's victories in Assam and West Bengal, allies of Bangladesh's Jamaat-e-Islami are alleging ongoing persecution of Muslims across the border. They claim "anti-Bangladesh" forces will continue to spread provocation and communalism. While some opposition groups demand Dhaka summon the Indian envoy, the ruling BNP emphasizes a neighborly relationship with…

The Times of India

Can't intimidate us with barbed wire, says Bangladesh, puts border force on alert

Bangladesh's foreign affairs adviser stated the nation will not be intimidated by border fencing, questioning the new West Bengal government's approach to governance. Dhaka warned of action against "push-back" incidents and asserted it would not remain silent if killings along the border continue, while Border Guard Bangladesh remains on high…

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Suvendu aide murder: Mother of UP man arrested in Chandranath Rath case claims son innocent, demands CBI probe

A grieving mother from Ballia protests the arrest of her son, Raj Singh, in connection with the controversial Chandranath Rath murder case. Captured by Bengal Police during his return from Ayodhya, she claims that he is the victim of a grave miscarriage of justice.

The Economic Times

‘Someone who is TMC in the morning can become BJP by night’: Bengal’s week of violence

On Monday morning, fresh reports of arson emerged from Khejuri, the second such incident in as many nights. The BJP called it an electrical fault. The TMC called it arson. The competing versions have continued to sound the same – in the days after Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as…

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Bengal govt to decide on DA, 7th Pay Commission in next cabinet meeting: CM Suvendu Adhikari

On May 18, the West Bengal government is set to convene its second cabinet meeting, where crucial topics are on the agenda. Discussions will revolve around the much-anticipated Dearness Allowance adjustments for both state workers and retirees. Additionally, the proposal for establishing the Seventh Pay Commission will be reviewed.

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BJP serves fish curry and rice in West Bengal to counter food politics jibe

Newly sworn-in BJP legislators in West Bengal are hosting fish festivals. These events aim to counter accusations that the BJP is against Bengali food culture. MLAs are serving traditional Bengali meals, including fish curry and rice. This initiative is seen as a cultural outreach and political symbolism. The BJP seeks…

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West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari may move into new Alipore residence near Mamata Banerjee's Kalighat home

West Bengal's new Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari is considering a move to the Soujanya complex in Alipore. This high-security residence was built for chief ministers but has remained unoccupied. The Public Works Department is assessing the complex for its suitability. The move would signify a significant shift in the state's…

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Bengal: Three held from UP in killing of CM Suvendu Adhikari's aide

Police have arrested three individuals from Uttar Pradesh in connection with the murder of Chandranath Rath. Rath was an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. The arrests followed a breakthrough in the investigation, which utilized digital clues and interstate links. Investigators are working to apprehend the remaining suspects…

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Bengal secretariat moving back to Writers' Buildings: Small traders hope for revival of businesses

Small traders in Kolkata's BBD Bag area are hopeful as the West Bengal government returns to the Writers' Buildings. The move, after 13 years, is expected to bring back customers and boost businesses. Owners of tea stalls, eateries, and shops suffered significantly when the secretariat shifted to Nabanna.

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PM Modi slams 'authoritarian' TMC, claims Bengal was 'shackled' by hybrid political vices

He argued that upon its formation, the TMC did not break from its Congress roots but rather "imbibed" all its negative traits and claimed that the TMC integrated the "negative habits" of the Left, likely referring to political violence and grassroots intimidation, following the end of the 34-year Marxist rule…

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PM Modi sees ‘saffron surge’ in Karnataka; celebrates BJP gains in Bengal, across other parts of India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the Bharatiya Janata Party's electoral successes across India. He credited the victories in Puducherry, Assam, and West Bengal to nationalistic politics and development. Modi noted the BJP's significant growth in West Bengal and Gujarat. He contrasted this with the Congress party's electoral decline over the…

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Mamata Banerjee’s Assembly chair moved after Suvendu Adhikari sworn in as Bengal CM

Mamata Banerjee's chair from the West Bengal Assembly has been moved. It will now be used by the opposition leader. Suvendu Adhikari, the new Chief Minister, will have a different seat. This is part of administrative changes after the new government took charge. The nameplate outside Banerjee's chamber was also…

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Mamata Banerjee urges opposition parties to form 'joint platform' against BJP

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged all opposition parties, including Leftists and national parties, to unite against the BJP. She called for a "joint platform" to combat the saffron camp, citing alleged atrocities against TMC workers post-election. Banerjee emphasized the BJP as the primary adversary, dismissing the "enemy's…

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BJP wins Bengal. TV news finds a new god | TV Newsance 341

This week on TV Newsance, things have seismically changed post elections in West Bengal but Indian TV news is the same as it was 10 years ago. It’s the end of an era as BJP steps into Bengal politics for the first time ever but back in studios, the race…

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East India’s Hindutva turn may fuel a new era of India-Bangladesh hostility

Of all the implications of the BJP’s famous victory in West Bengal, the one that stands out from a longer historical perspective is perhaps its relation to the “idea of India”.

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Bangladesh seeks China support for Teesta restoration project

DHAKA: The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh govt has sought China’s “involvement and support” for the Teesta restoration project, a move that risks clouding New Delhi-Dhaka relations, as the latter pushes India to work towards implementing the 2011 Teesta water-sharing treaty blocked by outgoing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.

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