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Row erupts over Digha Jagannath Temple as Puri servitor objects to ‘Jagannath Dham’ tag, flags ritual deviations and warns against politicising faith.

Puri servitor slams WB govt over Digha temple, calls it ‘adharma’

April 12, 2026, 03:35 PM - 3 min read

Speaking during his visit to Kolkata on Saturday, Mohapatra issued a strong warning, stating that such actions could lead to “dire consequences.” He is in the city to attend a three-day ‘Mahayajna’ being organised under the aegis of the Puri Jagannath Dham.

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EC team to review Bengal poll readiness as phase one nears; over 3.6 crore voters across 16 districts set to vote on April 23.

WB polls: Over 3.6-cr voters in first phase, EC tightens vigil

April 12, 2026, 02:35 PM - 3 min read

The visit assumes significance in light of earlier allegations of negligence during the ‘SIR’ phase, where seven districts were reportedly found lacking in compliance with the Commission’s directives. Among them, East Burdwan, West Burdwan, and Hooghly were specifically flagged, prompting the Commission to prioritise inspections in these regions.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah - file image.

'TMC goons should stay indoors', warns Shah against poll-rigging

April 11, 2026, 04:41 PM - 3 min read

Addressing a major rally in Onda, Bankura, Shah asserted that any attempt to rig votes or disrupt the electoral process would invite strict action.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah - file image.

Bengal's next CM will be son of soil: Amit Shah

April 10, 2026, 08:40 PM - 3 min read

The Union Minister accused Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of prioritising political succession over governance. Taking a direct swipe, he alleged that her primary goal was to install her nephew, Abhishek Banerjee, in the Chief Minister’s post.

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The manifesto was unveiled in Kolkata by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who described it as a roadmap for economic support, employment generation, and governance reforms.

Amit Shah unveils ‘Sankalp Patra’ ahead of WB polls

April 10, 2026, 02:41 PM - 3 min read

Addressing the gathering, Shah announced that if voted to power, the BJP would provide a monthly financial assistance of ₹3,000 to every woman in the state.

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AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi (left) and suspended Trinamool MLA Humayun Kabir.

AIMIM cuts ties with Humayun Kabir over ‘sting video’ row

April 10, 2026, 02:26 PM - 3 min read

The collapse of the alliance follows the release of a "sting video" by the Trinamool Congress, in which Kabir is purportedly heard discussing a ₹1,000 crore deal with senior Bharatiya Janata Party leaders to undermine the ruling party.

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ED issues third summons to TMC’s Sujit Bose in Bengal recruitment scam, warns of action amid poll heat; multiple leaders face notices, sparking row.

ED issues third summons to TMC candidates ahead of Bengal Polls

April 10, 2026, 01:03 PM - 3 min read

The ED’s recent actions are not limited to these two leaders. The agency has also summoned Debasish Kumar, outgoing MLA and TMC candidate from Rashbehari, in connection with a separate land-related case.

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ED raids 12 locations in Bengal ration scam ahead of polls, targets Kolkata and districts as probe intensifies into alleged smuggling network.

ED raids 12 locations across WB; intensifies ration scam probe

April 10, 2026, 12:17 PM - 3 min read

Early in the morning, multiple ED teams set out from the CGO Complex and fanned out to various parts of the state.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks during a public meeting ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections, in Haldia, West Bengal.

Modi targets TMC over fish politics in campaign

April 9, 2026, 02:13 PM - 3 min read

Fish—central to Bengal’s culture and cuisine—has now become a key political flashpoint in the ongoing election campaign.

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Mamata Banerjee declares no house, car or property in affidavit; reports modest income and assets in Bhabanipur nomination filing.

Mamata’s asset declaration reinforces ‘Didi’ persona

April 9, 2026, 01:24 PM - 2 min read

Chief Minister has declared that she does not own any agricultural or non-agricultural land, residential property, or private vehicle. The affidavit further confirms that she has no loans or liabilities in her name.

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Enforcement Directorate.

ED raids places in WB linked to money laundering probe

April 8, 2026, 08:13 PM - 2 min read

While a formal response from the company is still pending, the federal agency has focused its investigation on allegations of land grabbing.

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Darjeeling Toy Train hits record passengers and revenue in 2025–26, driven by tourism surge, service upgrades and revival of heritage steam engines.

Darjeeling Toy Train breaks 142-yr record, sees surge in tourists

April 8, 2026, 01:34 PM - 3 min read

Passenger numbers climbed to 215,432, up from 183,003 in 2024–25—an increase of approximately 17.72 per cent. Correspondingly, revenue rose from Rs 2.21 crore to Rs 2.53 crore, reflecting a growth of around 14.71 per cent.

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