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June 22, 2026, 03:40 PM - 5 min read
In a significant relief for state government employees, the Finance Minister announced an additional 20 per cent Dearness Allowance (DA), raising the total DA from 18 per cent to 38 per cent.
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June 20, 2026, 08:44 PM - 4 min read
PM Modi attacks past regimes during Paschimbanga Divas celebrations in Bengal, releases ₹18,880-crore PM-Kisan instalment and launches key farm and infrastructure projects.
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June 17, 2026, 05:05 PM - 3 min read
The issue of industrial stagnation featured prominently during the recent Assembly elections, with the ruling party promising rapid industrial growth under a “double-engine” governance model. Minister Roy’s remarks are being seen by observers as an early indication of efforts to deliver on that promise.
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June 7, 2026, 10:19 PM - 4 min read
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari says 4,800 illegal immigrants have been sent back to Bangladesh from holding centres, with 836 others awaiting deportation from border districts.
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June 5, 2026, 05:42 PM - 3 min read
According to investigative sources, Singh has a long history of involvement in criminal and anti-social activities, with at least 12 cases registered against him at various police stations. A non-bailable arrest warrant had been issued against him on May 25 in connection with the murder.
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June 4, 2026, 05:21 PM - 3 min read
Kolkata is set to get a Water Metro service, while Bengal has shifted its proposed deep-sea port project from Tajpur to Dadanpatrabar.
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June 4, 2026, 02:05 PM - 2 min read
According to sources within the state administration, discussions between the two sides were extensive, focusing on key sectors such as infrastructure development, power generation, logistics, and the construction of greenfield roads. However, no formal announcement has yet been made regarding the scale of investment or specific projects.
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May 31, 2026, 07:02 PM - 3 min read
West Bengal's new government is expected to expand its cabinet on Monday, with around 33 ministers likely to be inducted and key portfolios formally allocated.
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May 30, 2026, 02:23 PM - 3 min read
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari launched a statewide HPV vaccination drive targeting 7.65 lakh girls aged 14 years to prevent cervical cancer. The programme, aligned with the national rollout, offers free Gardasil-4 doses across 235 health centres with expansion planned to 880 facilities.
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May 29, 2026, 09:48 PM - 3 min read
West Bengal plans to revive its state lottery after years of suspension to boost revenue, with new transparency rules for draws.
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May 28, 2026, 04:56 PM - 3 min read
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the Centre’s new panel on “artificial” demographic changes may examine legal measures to tackle illegal immigration and demographic shifts.
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May 28, 2026, 04:37 PM - 3 min read
During his visit, Adhikari first toured the ISKCON goshala, where he is reported to have participated in aarti and performed seva. Plans were also outlined for him to personally feed cattle as part of the temple’s traditional practices.
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