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11 May

Manoj Agarwal Appointed Chief Secretary of West Bengal Under New BJP Administration

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): In a significant administrative overhaul following the recent assembly elections, the newly formed Bharatiya Janata Party government in West Bengal has appointed Manoj Agarwal as the state’s new Chief Secretary. An official order issued on Monday confirmed that Agarwal, a seasoned 1990-batch IAS officer of the West Bengal cadre, will take over the top bureaucratic post under the leadership of Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. This appointment marks a pivotal shift in the state's governance as the BJP begins its maiden term in Bengal after securing a decisive victory with 207 seats in the 294-member assembly. Agarwal is…

09 May

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Attends Historic Swearing-In of Suvendu Adhikari in West Bengal

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Chief Minister of Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, travelled to West Bengal on Saturday to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Chief Minister, Suvendu Adhikari. Saini extended his warmest congratulations to Adhikari and the people of West Bengal, characterizing the event as a momentous and historic occasion for the entire country. He remarked that this victory serves as a powerful testament to the collective resolution of the people to achieve the vision of "Viksit Bharat 2047." Saini highlighted the profound legacy of the region, noting that the historic land of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose and…

07 May

West Bengal Legislative Assembly dissolved as five-year term officially concludes

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): Governor R. N. Ravi has formally dissolved the West Bengal State Legislative Assembly, effective May 7, 2026, following the completion of its scheduled five-year tenure. This administrative action was confirmed through an official notification issued by the Department of Parliamentary Affairs, marking the legal end of the assembly that was originally constituted in May 2021. The outgoing legislative body was established after the Trinamool Congress, under the leadership of Mamata Banerjee, returned to power for a third consecutive term in the state five years ago. The dissolution serves as the formal conclusion to the assembly’s proceedings following…

07 May

West Bengal violence: Bomb attack in Panihati injures five BJP workers hours after Suvendu Adhikari close aide’s murder

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Rajeev Sharma :- Tension gripped parts of West Bengal’s North 24 Parganas district after a crude bomb attack in Panihati left at least five BJP workers injured late Wednesday evening, the police said on Thursday. The incident occurred just hours after the fatal shooting of a close aide of senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari. According to police officials, unidentified assailants hurled country-made bombs at a group of BJP workers near St Xavier’s Institute in Panihati. The victims sustained injuries in the explosion and were immediately rushed to RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata for treatment. Their condition is…

04 May

Suvendu Adhikari Topples Mamata Banerjee in Bhabanipur as BJP Secures Historic Victory in West Bengal

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh)— In a seismic shift within the political landscape of West Bengal, outgoing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee suffered a major upset on Monday, losing the Bhabanipur Assembly constituency to the Leader of the Opposition, Suvendu Adhikari. The final tally revealed a defeat by a margin of 15,114 votes, marking a significant personal and political blow to the Trinamool Congress leader. This result signifies the second time Adhikari has successfully challenged and defeated Banerjee in a direct contest, following his narrow but consequential victory over her in Nandigram during the 2021 elections. Adhikari achieved a remarkable dual victory in…

04 May

PM Modi Hails “Spectacular Mandate” as BJP Secures Historic Victory in West Bengal Assembly Elections

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday celebrated a landmark victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party in the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, describing the results as a definitive triumph of people's power and a validation of the politics of good governance. Addressing the nation, the Prime Minister remarked that these elections would be remembered forever as a moment when the aspirations of the people prevailed over established political orders. He extended a deep salute to the citizens of West Bengal and pledged that the incoming government would work tirelessly to ensure dignity, opportunity, and the fulfilment of…

04 May

BJP Emerges Strong in Bengal Counting Trends, Hints at Possible Political Turnaround

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Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): A notable shift in the political landscape of West Bengal is beginning to take shape as counting trends from the ongoing assembly elections show the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) moving ahead of its rivals. The early figures suggest that the party may be on course to secure a majority, posing a serious challenge to the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC). For years, the state’s politics has largely revolved around Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her party. However, the current trends indicate that voter sentiment may be changing, with the BJP making gains not only in its traditional areas…

29 Apr

West Bengal Shatters Historical Records with Unprecedented 92.47 Per Cent Voter Turnout

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Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh): West Bengal has rewritten its electoral history by recording a staggering 92.47 per cent voter turnout in its two-phased assembly elections, marking the highest participation rate since Independence. The Election Commission confirmed on Wednesday that this monumental level of engagement reflects a massive surge in civic activity across the state’s vast voter base of 6.81 crore people. This landmark achievement comfortably eclipses the previous record of 84.72 per cent, which was established during the 2011 assembly elections. The second phase of polling, which concluded on Wednesday evening, saw a participation rate of 91.66 per cent by 7:45…

29 Apr

Final Phase Voting Begins in West Bengal, Key Districts Witness Early Turnout

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Kolkata (Rajeev Sharma): The second and last phase of Assembly elections in West Bengal got underway on Wednesday, with polling taking place across 142 constituencies that are expected to play a crucial role in determining the state’s political direction. Balloting started in the morning across major regions such as Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia and the 24 Parganas, where voters were seen arriving early at polling booths. Election officials reported orderly arrangements and smooth conduct during the initial hours. This phase is being closely watched as it covers areas that have historically supported the ruling All India Trinamool Congress. The opposition…

23 Apr

PM Modi Appeals for Enthusiastic Voting in Tamil Nadu and Bengal Assembly Elections

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called on citizens in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to participate actively in the ongoing Assembly elections, stressing that voting is a vital responsibility in a democratic nation. Through messages shared online, the Prime Minister encouraged people to come out in large numbers and take part in the electoral process. He made a special mention of young voters and women, urging them to play a key role in achieving a high turnout. In Tamil Nadu, polling is being conducted in a single phase across all constituencies, while West Bengal has…