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Time is ripe for permanent political solution to Gorkhaland issue: Binoy Tamang after joining Congress

Binoy Tamang, a senior leader in the Darjeeling Hills, joined the Congress and said it is time to find a permanent political solution for the Gorkhas. He highlighted the recognition of the Nepali language by the Congress as the biggest achievement for the Gorkhas

The Hindu

Prominent Gorkha leader Binay Tamang joins Congress

Binay Tamang, former chairperson of the Gorkhaland Territorial Administration, joined the Congress in the presence of State Congress president Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury. He had earlier been a close aide of Gorkha Janmukti Morcha founder Bimal Gurung and had supported the Trinamool Congress. He may contest the 2024 Lok Sabha polls…

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Mamata alleges Centre’s discrimination towards flood-hit people in north Bengal

The Chief Minister said that the “recent disaster which has struck our brothers and sisters at Sikkim has struck my people at the Darjeeling hills and in Kalimpong also”.

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TMC’s indefinite sit-in outside Raj Bhavan enters third day, delegation to meet Governor in Darjeeling

TMC activists led by Abhishek Banerjee continue sit-in protest outside Raj Bhavan, Kolkata, demanding release of MGNREGA dues by Centre and audience with Governor C.V. Ananda Bose. Governor agrees to meet TMC delegation in Darjeeling, but Banerjee insists on meeting at protest site. TMC delegation of 3 members to meet…

The Hindu

Cheap Nepal tea hits India’s Darjeeling tea sales

Cheaper alternatives from Nepal, as well as rising costs of domestic production, have slashed demand.

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12-hour bandh in Darjeeling, Kalimpong on Saturday over Siliguri girl's murder

KOLKATA: A 12-hour bandh has been called by newly-formed Gorkha Sewa Sena in West Bengal's Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts on Saturday, demanding that the accused in the murder of a schoolgirl in Siliguri's Matigara be tried in a fast-track court.

The Times of India

Bengal government not imposing Bengali, says State Education Minister

Darjeeling MLA Neeraj Zimba reminded the State government that protests had erupted in 2017 over similar attempts to impose Bengali on the people of the hills.

The Hindu

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Climate change taking toll on Darjeeling tea gardens and workers

Behind the serenity of Darjeeling’s famed tea gardens with gentle slopes stretching green and pine trees seemingly touching the skies, a crisis unfolds quietly, almost unseen — climate change that is affecting production, the flavour of the tea and the health of hundreds of workers.

The Hindu

Panchayat poll in West Bengal on July 8

The panchayat poll in West Bengal will be held in a single phase on July 8, State Election Commissioner Rajiva Sinha said on Thursday. The election will be held for three-tier panchayats across 20 districts and two-tier panchayats in hill districts of Darjeeling and Kalimpong.

The Hindu

Several parts of West Bengal reeling under heatwave conditions

Several parts of West Bengal reeling under heatwave conditions, Meteorological Department on June 2 forecast hot and humid weather in the State’s hill districts of Darjeeling and Kalimpong for the next three to four days.

The Hindu

Decorated American officer’s last remains to head home from Darjeeling after 58 years

The mortal remains of Major General Harry Kleinbeck Pickett, one of America’s most decorated officers who fought in both World War I and World War II, are being returned home to the United States from West Bengal’s Darjeeling.

The Hindu

Darjeeling to join the list of polluted cities of West Bengal, reveals study

A recent study by scientists has revealed that Darjeeling may become one of the most polluted cities of West Bengal.

The Hindu

Mamata expresses grief over the death of jawan from Darjeeling in Jammu & Kashmir’s Rajouri

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on May 6 expressed grief over the death of a 25-year-old jawan from Darjeeling who was among the five Indian soldiers who lost their life during a gunfight with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Hindu

Tea Industry seeks floor price in the wake of rising cost, drop in production

Highlighting a spike in cost of production and a decline in crop in Darjeeling and the Dooars region of West Bengal, the tea industry has urged the Commerce Ministry to declare a floor price for tea.

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Siam Society invites all to visit Sikkim

Siam Society is holding a study trip to Sikkim and Darjeeling in India from April 22-30.

The Times of India

This winter, enjoy a night ride aboard Darjeeling toy train!

One of the prominent tourist attractions in Darjeeling is the Darjeeling toy train, which continues to lure tourists from far and near. Launched in 1881, travelling in this train still features in the travel wishlist of almost all train lovers.

Daily Mirror

King Charles' favourite breakfast drink lowers cholesterol levels to keep heart healthy

According to the new King's former press secretary, Charles III is said to enjoy a late breakfast consisting of a drink shown to reduce cancer risk, protect the heart and improve longevity

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Darjeeling zoo recognised as best in India

Arignar Anna Zoological Park in Chennai has secured second position, followed by the Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens in Mysore, Karnataka

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West Bengal: Darjeeling-New Jalpaiguri DHR operations shut for 3 days

SILIGURI: The DHR has suspended its services between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling from August 5 to 7 for bridge maintenance.

The Hindu

Ahead of presidential election, Mamata meets Himanta in Darjeeling

No political discussions held, says Bengal CM

The Hindu

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee on 3-day visit to Darjeeling, to attend swearing-in ceremony of GTA members

Mamata Banerjee is scheduled to arrive at Bagdogra Airport near Siliguri in the afternoon, and will attend the swearing-in ceremony at Darjeeling Chowrasta, popularly known as Mall, on July 12, a senior official said.

The Hindu

Re-wilding red pandas: Darjeeling zoo attempts country’s first augmentation of endangered mammal in the wild

Programme aims to release about 20 animals in a period of five years

The Hindu

‘GTA election marks the beginning of practical politics in the Darjeeling Hills’

Peace is not enough, people want prosperity now, says Anit Thapa, who will soon be Chairperson, Gorkhaland Territorial Administration

The Hindu

Bharatiya Gorkha Prajatantrik Morcha set to form board at Gorkhaland Territorial Administration

The electoral outcome is significant to the politics of the hills, which has witnessed decades of agitation over the demand for a separate State of Gorkhaland

The Hindu

Lukewarm response to GTA election in Darjeeling, 56.5% voters cast their vote

Gorkha Janmukti Morcha leader Bimal Gurung says that he will not cast his vote and is boycotting the election

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