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The West Bengal government is exploring various incentives, including off-balance sheet options like soft loans and concessions on power tariffs, to stimulate industrial investments in the state.
The West Bengal government has rescinded the Banga Bibhushan award from BJP MP Ananta Maharaj following controversial comments he made questioning the leadership of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
Suvendu Adhikari announced that the West Bengal government plans to introduce a stringent law against forced religious conversion and implement legal restrictions on the sale and purchase of land across communities.
The West Bengal government has announced a monthly pension of Rs 10,000 for individuals who were jailed during the Emergency period. Suvendu Adhikari stated that the new government is built on the ideals of those who sacrificed for the country.
The West Bengal government has approved fast-tracking land acquisition for a new railway line aimed at improving connectivity to the India-China-Bhutan tri-junction area near Doklam and boosting tourism.
An audit report reveals that a pricing error in a land transfer deal between the West Bengal government and WBIDCL for industrial development, intended for Flipkart, resulted in a loss of Rs 12.86 crore.
The West Bengal government has ordered a scrutiny of an unusually high number of birth certificates issued before the implementation of the Self-Registration of Births and Deaths (SIR) system.
The Karnataka High Court has criticized the Bengal government regarding its review of Rafikul Biswas' citizenship, deeming the process 'not fair'.
Kolkata's trams, with a history spanning 150 years from a failed 1873 horse-tram line to near shutdowns, are once again facing revival efforts, this time championed by the BJP's Bengal government.
The West Bengal government has eased its ban on diesel containers, providing relief to the agriculture and healthcare sectors.
Opposition leaders, including TMC's Derek O’Brien, have criticized the Bengal government for allegedly depriving children of nutrition by dropping eggs from midday meals, claiming it imposes vegetarianism.
The Supreme Court has stayed the early release of a convict in the Bowbazar blast case, following an appeal from the Bengal government.
The new West Bengal government has cleared all pending CBI sanction requests and restored the general consent for prosecution, which had been revoked in 2018.
The West Bengal government has launched the Yuva Shakti Bharosa Card scheme. The article details who can apply for the scheme and the benefits it offers.
The Bengal government has rolled out the Annapurna Yojana, a new scheme providing financial assistance. Under this initiative, 2.8 million women have each received Rs 3,000.
Amit Shah announced that the Bengal government has provided 600 hectares of land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for fencing, and an additional 121 hectares in the sensitive Chicken's Neck corridor to the Centre.
The West Bengal government, led by Suvendu Adhikari, has announced new initiatives including subsidized fish-rice meals for ₹5 and restrictions on liquor shops near schools and temples. These measures aim to provide affordable food and address social concerns within the state.
The West Bengal government has initiated departmental proceedings against a doctor suspended in connection with the rape and murder case at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, also ordering an inquiry into his postgraduate admission.
The Calcutta High Court upheld the West Bengal government's restrictions on cattle slaughter, ruling that it is not an essential part of Eid al-Adha. This decision means the curbs on cattle slaughter will remain in place.
West Bengal's new BJP government is implementing rapid policy changes, replacing previous schemes with central programs, mandating 'Vande Mataram' in schools, and revising OBC reservations.
The new government in Bengal, led by Suvendu Adhikari, has established committees to investigate allegations of corruption and violence against women. These probes will focus on incidents that reportedly occurred during the tenure of the previous Mamata Banerjee administration.
The new government in Bengal, led by Suvendu Adhikari, has announced a major policy shift, discontinuing monthly honorariums for imams, muezzins, and purohits. This move reverses a previous Trinamool government policy, with the new administration stating welfare programs should not be based on religion.
The West Bengal government has ordered the re-verification of 1.69 crore caste certificates, hinting at potential deletions from the State Register of Indigenous Residents (SIR).
The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal government to strictly maintain law and order following allegations of post-election violence. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also appeared as a lawyer in the High Court regarding the cases.
The West Bengal government has implemented a ban on public cattle slaughter and introduced a new regulation requiring a fitness certificate for any cattle slaughter, aiming to control the practice.
The Bengal government stated that individuals with deleted SIR cannot avail government schemes, while Bihar's Chief Minister discussed the possibility of cancelling bank passbooks.
The Bengal government has given its approval to the Annapurna Yojana, a scheme that will provide ₹3,000 a month to women in the state.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic victory in the West Bengal election, leading to the defeat of incumbent Mamata Banerjee and her party. The outcome has prompted discussions on government formation and speculation regarding the next Chief Minister.
The new government in Bengal has prioritized implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and addressing infiltration from Bangladesh.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was startled when a man broke through her security cordon during a Jalpaiguri padyatra, an incident captured in a viral video. Separately, Fadnavis criticized Mamata over alleged infiltration, urging the Bengal government to address the issue.
The Calcutta High Court has intervened in a dispute between the Bengal government and the Election Commission of India concerning the provision of basic facilities at polling booths.
India's Supreme Court has criticized the West Bengal government for stalling work on the Kolkata Metro at Chingrighata crossing, following the state's appeal against a high court order.
The Supreme Court has dismissed the West Bengal government's plea challenging a High Court order that refused to stay an NIA investigation into the Beldanga violence.
The Bengal government has cited reasons for seeking an extension from the Supreme Court for the payment of Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears.
Government employees in West Bengal are staging protests demanding the payment of Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears, highlighting ongoing disputes over their entitlements.
Donald Trump stated on social media that there would be no deal with Iran unless Tehran surrenders unconditionally, reiterating his hardline stance.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah promised the Seventh Pay Commission to West Bengal government employees, while also commenting on the state's political future.
West Bengal BJP chief Shamik Bhattacharya has criticized the Mamata Banerjee government, calling the recent arrest of terror suspects with alleged links to Lashkar-e-Taiba a 'demographic invasion'.
Following the Kolkata-Tarapith hotel fire, the Bengal government is reviewing and correcting flaws in its existing system for issuing licenses.
The Bengal government has withdrawn a state honour from BJP MP Nagendra Ray, who was accused of insulting Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.
The Suvendu government in West Bengal is navigating a delicate balance on land acquisition issues as it consults with industrialists to finalize its industrial policy draft.
The Bengal government has initiated discussions with the Tata Group in an effort to resolve a long-standing compensation dispute amounting to ₹765.78 crore over the Singur land issue.
The Bengal government has introduced a new transfer policy for its health department, stipulating no home district postings and transfers after three years.
The Bengal government has tabled 28 Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reports, accusing the Trinamool Congress (TMC) of constitutional lapses during its previous tenure in power.
The West Bengal government has withdrawn its Supreme Court appeal challenging the Calcutta High Court's decision to strike down the Mamata-era OBC list, following a state cabinet decision not to pursue the appeal.
The Bengal government has formed a nine-member high-level committee to examine the draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill. The legislation may potentially be tabled in August.
The BJP government in Bengal has announced it will revoke the Other Backward Classes (OBC) status for 77 Muslim communities, a recognition granted under the previous Trinamool rule, and reduce the overall OBC reservation percentage.
The West Bengal government is planning to introduce new legislation to extern 'goondas' and amend an Act concerning the recovery of damages from protests. This comes as the BJP government has reportedly cut the minority budget in West Bengal by 62%.
The West Bengal government is facing criticism for its decision to remove eggs from the mid-day meal scheme in schools, opting for a vegetarian menu instead.
In its inaugural budget, the Bengal Government has unveiled plans for the construction of a second airport in Kolkata.
The West Bengal government has moved the Supreme Court to challenge the release of a 72-year-old convict from the 1993 Bowbazar blast, weeks after the Delhi High Court ordered his release.
The Bengal government has ordered a survey of madrasas to identify any irregularities or unlawful activities within the institutions.
The West Bengal government has ordered a Special Investigation Team (SIT) and money laundering probe into alleged fake accounts in the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme, with approximately 30 lakh fraudulent accounts identified.
West Bengal's Chief Minister announced a 'detect-delete-deport' policy targeting illegal immigrants, including Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, with 'holding centres' being established across districts.
An order issued by the Bengal government concerning madrasas has been described as disturbing, prompting debate and criticism.
The West Bengal government has revised its earlier order, reducing the Bakrid holiday to a single day on May 28. This decision cancels previously announced dates for the festival.
The Bengal government has issued a directive imposing a 'complete prohibition' on its staff from sharing any information with the media without obtaining prior permission.
The newly formed BJP government in West Bengal, led by Suvendu Adhikari, has cleared border land proposals that were pending under the previous Trinamool Congress administration.
The Suvendu government in Bengal has approved the discontinuation of a scheme that offered stipends to imams, muezzins, and purohits, citing the need to end schemes based on religious categorization.
Newly formed governments in different regions have announced policies providing free bus travel for women. This initiative is among the first decisions for the UDF government and a key outcome of the BJP Bengal government's second Cabinet meeting, which also included Rs 3,000 aid.
The Union Ministry of Education and the West Bengal government have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement the PM SHRI Schools initiative in the state.
The new BJP government in West Bengal has issued a directive making the singing of "Vande Mataram" mandatory in school morning assemblies. This move is part of the government's initial policy changes after taking office.
The Suvendu government in Bengal has launched a real-time promise tracker portal, which currently indicates that 11 of its 140 poll campaign promises are in progress.
The West Bengal government has announced it will immediately begin the process of transferring land to the Border Security Force (BSF), as stated by Suvendu Adhikari.
The West Bengal government has dismissed nominated board members and ordered departments to discontinue re-employment and service extensions for officials beyond the age of 60.
A BJP leader made a remark about Trinamool Congress and actor Anupam Kher, drawing a reaction from the actor, as the BJP prepares to form the government in Bengal after winning 207 assembly seats.
The Calcutta High Court has reprimanded the Bengal government for handing over only 8 out of 127 km of land to the Border Security Force (BSF) for fencing since January, concerning the India-Bangladesh border.
Leander Paes has attacked the Bengal government regarding 'migration' issues, while the TMC has filed a complaint with the Election Commission concerning the BJP's 'Matrishakti Bhorsa' card initiative.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered the West Bengal government to regularize an 'unapproved' teacher who has served for 30 years in a remote Sundarbans school.
The Supreme Court has strongly criticized the West Bengal government's challenge to the Enforcement Directorate's plea regarding alleged obstruction by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid. Justices questioned where the ED would seek recourse if not in courts, emphasizing no entity should lack remedies. The court also raised constitutional concerns over the alleged obstruction.
The Supreme Court has dismissed the West Bengal government's plea against a High Court order concerning the violence in Murshidabad.
A strike by West Bengal government employees demanding Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears has seen mixed outcomes across the state, with high attendance reported in some block offices and Nabanna, while Calcutta High Court saw 75% absenteeism. The protest is organized by the 'Sangrami Joutha Mancha' to demand payment of DA arrears and implementation of a Supreme Court directive.
The West Bengal government, led by Mamata Banerjee, has established a monitoring team and issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the distribution of LPG in the state.
State Chief Secretary Nandini Chakraborty sent the report to Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, along with supporting documents detailing the sequence of events related to the incident
The Supreme Court reprimanded the West Bengal government for repeatedly filing vague complaints to delay the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta has accused the West Bengal government of stalling the SIR and failing on women's safety, while Trinamool cites NCRB crime data and development indicators.
Details emerge about the BJP-led West Bengal government's significant industrial push, including discussions with Tata on Rs 28,000 crore investment plans.
Following the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), the Bengal government is reportedly planning new laws against conversion and land sales, according to Suvendu Adhikari.
Two years after the incident, the West Bengal government will establish an inquiry commission for the RG Kar rape-murder case and investigate the hurried cremation of the trainee doctor.
The West Bengal government has expressed its opposition to renaming the state, with leader Suvendu Adhikari stating that the current name is deeply rooted in history.
The West Bengal government announced a pilot project to include eggs in mid-day meals, even as ISKCON will continue to provide 'Satvik' vegetarian food in Kolkata schools. This decision aims to address nutritional needs while accommodating different dietary preferences.
The Bengal Government has invoked the Goonda Act in response to violence that occurred during a rally in Kolkata.
The new Bharatiya Janata Party-government in West Bengal has carried out its second major reshuffle since coming to power in May, transferring 28 IPS and 5 WBPS officers.
The Bengal government's Akanksha housing scheme provides affordable flats to state employees through a lottery system, utilizing free government land. The project features various flat categories based on grade pay, with prices starting from Rs. 2200 per sq. ft.
A report highlights the Bengal government's apparent misunderstanding of the cultural significance of eggs to Bengalis, suggesting a disconnect in policy-making.
The BJP government in Bengal is set to introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the state assembly next week. This will be the first bill tabled by the BJP government during this Assembly session.
Suvendu Adhikari announced that the Bengal government intends to introduce a new law allowing for the confiscation and auction of properties belonging to corrupt officials.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking from President Murmu's home turf, advocated for eastern India as the country's new growth engine. He also criticized the Bengal government, stating the state was being freed from shackles and looters were being jailed, calling for a new future.
The West Bengal government has finalized its cabinet portfolios, with Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari retaining key departments such as home, land, and power. Swapan Dasgupta has been allocated the finance ministry, and Dilip Ghosh will oversee panchayats.
The Bengal government has scrapped the Tajpur deep-sea port project and identified a new alternative site 10 km away at Dadanpatrabar, where the government owns 1,700 acres.
The West Bengal government has initiated a scheme offering free bus travel for women starting June 1, with details provided on alternative documents for those without smart cards.
The BJP government in Bengal has ordered holding centers for undocumented migrants, acting on its 'detect, delete and deport' election promise, which has led to large numbers of migrants gathering around the Bangladesh border.
The West Bengal government has directed districts to set up 'holding centers' for foreigners apprehended for illegal stays, including Bangladeshis and Rohingyas, who are awaiting deportation. This initiative aims to manage the population of undocumented immigrants.
The Bengal government has issued a new order making the singing of the national song 'Vande Mataram' compulsory in all madrasas across the state. This directive has reportedly sparked significant controversy.
West Bengal has implemented a new policy to directly hand over infiltrators to the Border Security Force (BSF) under a "Detect, Delete, Deport" initiative.
West Bengal authorities have approved the prosecution of former R G Kar Medical College principal Sandip Ghosh over alleged financial irregularities.
An expert explains how differences can be resolved as the new West Bengal government focuses its attention on the Bangladesh border.
The Bengal government has scaled down security for several political figures and officials, withdrawing house guards and reducing police presence after a review of threat levels.
The Bengal government has suspended three senior IPS officers due to alleged lapses in the investigation of the RG Kar rape-murder case. The suspensions come amid scrutiny over the handling of the high-profile case.
The Bengal government has implemented a ban on public cattle slaughter and introduced a mandate requiring fitness certificates for cattle, aiming to regulate the practice.
West Bengal's new BJP government has initiated a swift crackdown on illegal toll and drop gates across the state, with Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Agarwal issuing directives for their immediate closure.
The Suvendu Adhikari government in Bengal has decided to transfer border land to the Border Security Force (BSF) within 45 days, a move being analyzed for its political implications.
The Governor of West Bengal dissolved the state assembly and Mamata Banerjee's cabinet after she defiantly refused to resign as Chief Minister. This action paves the way for the formation of a new government, with the BJP preparing to take power, while Banerjee's party plans to challenge the dissolution.
A Surat businessman was reportedly defrauded of nearly Rs 7 crore in a scam involving a fake Bengal government tender for 1 lakh pairs of shoes. The incident highlights a significant financial crime.
BJP Chief Nitin Nabin accused the Bengal government of causing "delays and hurdles" leading to deletions in the SIR (likely voter registration) list, stating that the Election Commission acts on state recommendations.
Senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury launched a sharp attack on the Election Commission and the West Bengal government, accusing them of making common voters the worst casualties.
India's Supreme Court has sternly criticized the West Bengal government for obstructing the Kolkata Metro Orange Line's completion, calling their appeal 'frivolous' and an 'obstinate anti-development agenda'.
The Supreme Court on Wednesday told the lawyers representing the Bengal government in the I-PAC raid case that they "cannot dictate" to the judiciary when a particular case should be heard.
The West Bengal government is reportedly rushing to implement a Dearness Allowance (DA) hike and payouts for priests and muezzins, aiming to complete these initiatives before the upcoming election code of conduct takes effect.
The announcement comes days after President Droupadi Murmu stated that the West Bengal government was not serious about development of Scheduled Tribes in the State
A BJP Member of Parliament has called for action against the Bengal government, alleging a breach of protocol involving the President.
BSP chief Mayawati called for universal respect for the office of the President, emphasizing adherence to constitutional ideals and dignity, and cautioning against politicizing constitutional positions.
The Supreme Court has ruled in a case between the Bengal government and the Election Commission, stating that judicial officers should not be doubted regarding their training for the special intensive revision process.