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August 21, 2026, 03:23 PM - 5 min read
The proposed hospital has already triggered considerable discussion within the state administration, particularly over its potential economic impact.
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August 20, 2026, 03:52 PM - 2 min read
In a parallel move to bolster internal security, the state government has approved a major expansion of the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS). The cabinet cleared the creation of 461 regular posts and five contractual positions for software developers to strengthen surveillance and intelligence capabilities against extremist threats.
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August 20, 2026, 02:59 PM - 4 min read
The rate stands at 25 per cent in Birbhum and Paschim Medinipur, while comparatively lower figures are seen in Kolkata (4.9 per cent), Darjeeling (6.3 per cent), and Howrah (9.4 per cent). The contrast shows a significant urban-rural divide, with Cooch Behar’s rate nearly five and a half times that of Kolkata.
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August 19, 2026, 02:02 PM - 3 min read
The deceased has been identified as Fahim Sheikh, a Class V student and the only child of Hajikul Sheikh, a small-scale trader, and Tanuja Khatun, a homemaker.
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August 18, 2026, 05:25 PM - 4 min read
He announced that an “Annapurna Yojana Bahini” will be formed across 60 wards of North Kolkata, consisting of scheme beneficiaries and other women. “The group will work towards advocating women’s rights and addressing issues of social oppression at the grassroots level. The members of the group will take a stand against the tukre tukre gang to protect national culture,” Adhikari said.
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August 18, 2026, 03:44 PM - 2 min read
According to Delhi Police, the case surfaced following a tip-off regarding the suspected murder.
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August 18, 2026, 01:09 PM - 3 min read
According to the Health Department’s findings, two major factors are contributing to premature maternal deaths— underage pregnancies and repeated childbirth without adequate spacing.
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August 16, 2026, 03:06 PM - 2 min read
Anisur was an active political figure, and his Sufian was a law student. The attackers spared neither, raising serious concerns about the nature and intent of the crime.
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August 16, 2026, 02:15 PM - 4 min read
According to the contents of the note, a conspiracy had allegedly been underway for several days to frame him in the case, despite his claims of having no involvement in key administrative decisions, including the signing of important documents.
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August 16, 2026, 12:20 PM - 3 min read
Abhishek Banerjee emphasised that the final note raises troubling questions about a "sustained smear campaign," blaming the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and sections of the media to reflect on the real-world impact of relentless public allegations. Highlighting the dangers of condemning individuals in the "court of public opinion before the truth is established," the leader called for strict boundaries in political discourse and journalistic practices.
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August 15, 2026, 04:15 PM - 2 min read
The government has referred to notifications issued on July 7, 2014, and February 7, 2020, while reiterating that the existing provisions must be followed without any relaxation.
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August 14, 2026, 02:52 PM - 2 min read
Police have arrested him. All four victims were his relatives and were between the ages of four and twelve.
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