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TMC's Aroop Biswas appears before police in Messi event irregularities probe

Former West Bengal minister Aroop Biswas faced a second questioning by Bidhannagar Police regarding alleged irregularities in the Lionel Messi event. The probe, initiated by organiser Shatadru Dutta, centres on accusations of ticket black-marketing, extortion, and cheating. Dutta claims thousands of tickets were sold illegally, with Biswas allegedly using his…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

West Bengal Budget 2026: Govt allocates Rs 36,000 crore for Annapurna Yojna; hikes DA by 20%

West Bengal's new BJP government unveiled its first budget, prioritizing welfare and employment. Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta announced a significant Rs 36,000 crore for the Annapurna Yojna, assuring continuity of existing social schemes. Key highlights include increased MLA funds, pensions for retired journalists, and a pledge to fill one lakh…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

'TMC almost destroyed Bengal through looting': Giriraj Singh backs PM Modi, claims 'second independence' under BJP

Union Minister Giriraj Singh echoed Prime Minister Modi's views on West Bengal's history, accusing Congress of appeasement politics post-Partition, which he claims prolonged the "wounds of 1946." Singh highlighted Syama Prasad Mukherjee's role in "saving Bengal" and alleged the TMC has "destroyed" the state through corruption. He suggested the BJP's…

The Economic Times · Jun 22

Modi releases PM-Kisan instalment for 9.44 crore farmers, launches world's largest crop insurance scheme in Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi disbursed over Rs 18,880 crore to 9.44 crore farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme. He also launched the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana in West Bengal, extending the world's largest crop insurance benefits to state farmers. The Prime Minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation for various…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

Paschimbanga Divas revives debate over Bengal's birth, identity and historical memory

West Bengal's June 20, marking its partition-era birth, has become a potent political symbol. The BJP government's official observance of Paschimbanga Divas for the first time highlights a contest over historical memory and identity. While the BJP emphasizes Syama Prasad Mookerjee's role in its creation, critics argue it's an ideological…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

PM Modi greets people of West Bengal on 'Paschimbanga Divas'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to West Bengal on 'Paschimbanga Divas', observed on June 20. This day commemorates the 1947 vote that led to West Bengal's formation as part of India. Modi pledged the central government's cooperation with the state to realize its people's aspirations, highlighting Bengal's rich contributions…

The Economic Times · Jun 20

West Bengal police book ex-TMC MLA Saukat Molla on rape charges

Former TMC MLA Saukat Molla faces serious charges. A woman has filed a complaint alleging rape and criminal intimidation. The incidents reportedly occurred between March 2019 and later. The complainant claims she was subjected to repeated sexual assault and physical abuse. Photographs and videos were allegedly recorded and used for…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Goutam Deb steps down as Siliguri mayor, adding to TMC exodus

Trinamool Congress faces a significant leadership crisis. Senior leaders Goutam Deb and Jyoti Priya Mallick have resigned from their posts. This follows a wave of resignations and an internal revolt within the party. The party is experiencing its deepest internal crisis in 28 years. These developments are impacting local governance…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Expedite decision on lawyer's plea against deletion from voter list after Bengal SIR: SC to tribunal

The Supreme Court has directed an appellate tribunal to expedite the decision on an advocate's appeal challenging his name's deletion from West Bengal's voters' list. The 75-year-old advocate, practicing for five decades, was a valid voter before the Special Intensive Revision exercise. The court noted his bona fide residency and…

The Economic Times · Jun 19

Ex-West Bengal minister Jyoti Priya Mallick quits all TMC posts, cites health issues

Jyoti Priya Mallick, a former West Bengal minister, has stepped down from all his positions within the TMC. He cited severe health issues as the reason for his resignation. Mallick's decision follows a recent party reshuffle. He previously served as the state's food and supplies minister.

The Economic Times · Jun 19