West Bengal

Who is Ashok Lahiri? Newly appointed NITI Aayog vice chairman meets PM Modi

Ashok Lahiri, the newly appointed Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog, met Narendra Modi in New Delhi a day after assuming office, marking his first official engagement. Lahiri, a BJP MLA from West Bengal and a veteran economist, succeeds Suman Bery.

Apr 25, 2026

'Surrender or you won't be spared': PM Modi attacks TMC over tribal districts, corruption; promises welfare push after BJP win in Bengal

Every single person linked to RG Kar rape-murder conspiracy will be brought to justice: PM Modi

Speaking at a rally in Panihati, he criticised the Trinamool Congress over women's safety and governance, alleging widespread atrocities and corruption. He also backed BJP candidate Swapna Debnath, the victim's mother, highlighting her personal struggle and promising strict action against those responsible.

Apr 24, 2026

Assembly Election 2026 Live: All files will be opened after May 4, Modi's guarantee, PM warns Trinamool

Assembly Election 2026: All files will be opened after May 4, Modi's guarantee, PM warns Trinamool

With strong turnout in phase one, West Bengal gears up for the April 29 second phase of Assembly polls. The Trinamool Congress–Bharatiya Janata Party contest has intensified, with Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, and Mamata Banerjee campaigning активно. Meanwhile, post-poll buzz grows in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Puducherry.

Apr 24, 2026

Will win 110 of 152 seats in phase 1: Amit Shah's bold prediction ahead of West Bengal phase 2 polls

After Phase 1 of West Bengal polls, Amit Shah said BJP may win over 110 of 152 seats based on internal assessment. He added the party is set to form the government. Shah also cited record 92.9% turnout, praised poll arrangements, and urged voters to participate freely in the next phase on April 29.

Apr 24, 2026

'Surrender or you won't be spared': PM Modi warns TMC goons, attacks party over tribal districts, corruption

PM Modi attacked the TMC government in West Bengal, alleging corruption and neglect of tribal-dominated districts. He said development in areas like Purulia has suffered under TMC rule and promised that a BJP government would focus on tribal welfare, infrastructure, and women's welfare.

Apr 19, 2026

Goons, mafia and Maulanas will sweep Bengal streets if BJP wins: Yogi Adityanath

CM Yogi Adityanath predicted that if the BJP wins in West Bengal, criminals and "mafias" will be relegated to sweeping the streets rather than ruling them. He accused the TMC of fostering an environment of fear, corruption, and "mafia raj" involving sand, coal, and land.

Apr 16, 2026

Those opposing should step aside, says Humayun Kabir as construction begins at Bengal's Babri Masjid replica site

Those opposing should step aside: Humayun Kabir as construction of Bengal's Babri Masjid set to begin today

Amid controversy and political opposition, Kabir said those opposing the project should "step aside," asserting that people are free to follow their religion and build places of worship. He described the project as a personal contribution and said the work would proceed peacefully despite resistance.

Feb 11, 2026

CM Mamata files fresh plea in SC to stop voter name deletions during SIR in Bengal

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has filed a fresh application in the Supreme Court seeking an immediate halt to the deletion of voters' names during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state. Alleging a serious risk of large-scale disenfranchisement, she accused the Election Commission

Feb 4, 2026

Even Netaji would have been summoned for SIR hearing had he been alive: Mamata Banerjee

Banerjee accused the Union government of distorting history, abolishing the Planning Commission, and not declaring Netaji's birthday a national holiday. She also linked the SIR process to deaths and suicides in the state, calling for accountability and statewide protests.

Jan 23, 2026

PM Modi in Bengal: CAA will ensure citizenship, only BJP can end 'politics of violence'

"It is only in the hands of the people to change the situation for the better. They can use the power of votes to end the reign of corruption and oppression here. Only you can bring an end to this reign of terror," the Prime Minister said.

Jan 17, 2026

Indian households turn investors, bank deposits surge: SBI report

Between FY15 and FY25, Indian banks saw a significant expansion, with deposits rising from ₹85.3 lakh crore to ₹241.5 lakh crore and advances increasing from ₹67.4 lakh crore to ₹191.2 lakh crore. The banking system's share of GDP also grew from 77% to 94%, indicating deepening financial intermediation.

Jan 12, 2026

Bad weather disrupts PM Modi's Taherpur visit, chopper returns to Kolkata

Four killed, two injured after train hits group en route to PM Modi rally in West Bengal

The incident occurred near Taherpur station. It is learned that 40 people had arrived from Murshidabad on Friday night to attend PM Modi's rally. All of them are reportedly from Sabaldah village in the Burwan area. Some of them went to the railway tracks to relieve themselves in the early morning. At that time, they were hit by an approaching train, and four of them were thrown onto the tracks. The injuries were so severe that they died on the spot. Two persons were admitted to the local Shaktinagar Hospital in a critical condition. According to hospital sources, one person's condition is serious.

Dec 20, 2025

Bad weather disrupts PM Modi's Taherpur visit, chopper returns to Kolkata

The Prime Minister's chopper had returned to Kolkata and landed at the airport. While state BJP leaders had hinted at the possibility that he might reach Taherpur by road and attend his twin programmes there, one administrative and the other political, the distance - over 100 kms - did not make it feasible, and PM Modi is scheduled to address the rally virtually from Kolkata.

Dec 20, 2025

CBI dismantles digital arrest fraud network; cases filed against 13

The case was registered suo motu by the CBI to comprehensively investigate ten significant incidents of Digital Arrest scams reported across the country, amid a steep rise in such offences.

Dec 11, 2025

World is surprised seeing development in India, says PM Modi in Bikaner

PM Modi highlights five-point crisis in Bengal under Trinamool govt

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday, highlighted five crisis points that West Bengal is reportedly saddled with under the leadership of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government.

May 29, 2025

PM Modi to lay foundation stone for Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata expressway's second phase today

In a landmark move to boost infrastructure and connectivity in eastern India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for the second phase of the Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata Expressway (NH-319B) on Thursday, during his visit to Bihar.

May 29, 2025

PM Modi's 2-day packed schedule for four states, many projects to be launched

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a packed schedule ahead as he embarks on a two-day tour of four states, starting from Sikkim on Thursday. PM Modi will lay the foundation stone and inaugurate a slew of projects in Bihar, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh, aggregating close to Rs 70,000 crore.

May 28, 2025

Four Bengal cops under scanner in Bangladeshi fake passport racket case

Fake passport racket: Cops tracking foreign nationals enrolled in voters' list in Bengal

Foreign nationals, mainly Bangladeshis, enrolled in the voters' list in West Bengal with forged documents, are being tracked, police said on Wednesday.

May 21, 2025

Bengal school job case: ED summons Trinamool youth leader for interrogation

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday issued summons to a Trinamool Congress leader in West Bengal for questioning in connection with the multi-crore cash-for-school job case.

May 19, 2025

Intelligence network beefed up along Sundarban's coastal borders amid infiltration fears

Central and state intelligence agencies have intensified surveillance across the 150 km stretch of coastal borders in the remote Sundarban region, spanning the South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas districts of West Bengal, amid heightened concerns over illegal infiltration.

Apr 29, 2025

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West Bengal

Who is Ashok Lahiri? Newly appointed NITI Aayog vice chairman meets PM Modi

Every single person linked to RG Kar rape-murder conspiracy will be brought to justice: PM Modi

Assembly Election 2026: All files will be opened after May 4, Modi's guarantee, PM warns Trinamool

Will win 110 of 152 seats in phase 1: Amit Shah's bold prediction ahead of West Bengal phase 2 polls

'Surrender or you won't be spared': PM Modi warns TMC goons, attacks party over tribal districts, corruption

Goons, mafia and Maulanas will sweep Bengal streets if BJP wins: Yogi Adityanath

Those opposing should step aside: Humayun Kabir as construction of Bengal's Babri Masjid set to begin today

CM Mamata files fresh plea in SC to stop voter name deletions during SIR in Bengal

Even Netaji would have been summoned for SIR hearing had he been alive: Mamata Banerjee

PM Modi in Bengal: CAA will ensure citizenship, only BJP can end 'politics of violence'

Indian households turn investors, bank deposits surge: SBI report

Four killed, two injured after train hits group en route to PM Modi rally in West Bengal

Bad weather disrupts PM Modi's Taherpur visit, chopper returns to Kolkata

CBI dismantles digital arrest fraud network; cases filed against 13

PM Modi highlights five-point crisis in Bengal under Trinamool govt

PM Modi to lay foundation stone for Varanasi-Gaya-Ranchi-Kolkata expressway's second phase today

PM Modi's 2-day packed schedule for four states, many projects to be launched

Fake passport racket: Cops tracking foreign nationals enrolled in voters' list in Bengal

Bengal school job case: ED summons Trinamool youth leader for interrogation

Intelligence network beefed up along Sundarban's coastal borders amid infiltration fears

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