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West Bengal Annapurna Yojana direct link: Here's how to download, apply and fill the form, eligibility and what to do if enrollment fails online

West Bengal is launching the Annapurna Yojana. Women in the state will receive Rs 3,000 monthly. Forms will be issued from May 27, 2026. Beneficiaries will receive funds as soon as registration is complete. BJP will organize camps to help those unable to fill forms. Only Indian citizens are eligible…

The Economic Times · May 28

West Bengal handed over 142.8 acres to BSF for fencing India-Bangladesh border: CM Suvendu

West Bengal has transferred 142.79 acres to the Border Security Force. This land will be used for new outposts and barbed-wire fencing along the India-Bangladesh border. The move is part of a larger plan to secure the state's extensive border. This initiative aims to strengthen security measures and combat illegal…

The Economic Times · May 28

30 lakh beneficiaries of TMC govt's direct cash transfer scheme for women ineligible: Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has unveiled the 'Annapurna Bhandar' initiative, set to take over from the previous 'Lakshmir Bhandar' program. This revamped financial support scheme will now target eligible women, providing them with a monthly sum of Rs 3,000. Notably, around 30 lakh beneficiaries from the old program…

The Economic Times · May 27

Bengal govt depts asked to hand over land to railways for completion of 61 stalled projects: CM Suvendu Adhikari

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that the state government has directed departments to hand over land for 61 stalled railway projects, aiming to improve connectivity. He highlighted the expedited progress on the New Garia-Airport metro line viaduct, attributing the acceleration to the 'double engine' government's synergy.

The Economic Times · May 23

Fencing work begins along India-Bangladesh border in Bengal after BSF gets 27-km land parcel

Fencing work has begun along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Phansidewa area of Siliguri subdivision after the West Bengal government handed over 27 kilometres of land to the Border Security Force (BSF), marking a key step toward strengthening border security in the region.

The Economic Times · May 22

Don't take Bangladeshi infiltrators to courts, send them to BSF instead: Suvendu to Bengal police

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has introduced a new policy. Detained Bangladeshi infiltrators will now be directly handed over to the Border Security Force for deportation. This bypasses the court system. The Chief Minister also reviewed civic infrastructure and development plans for Howrah city. He expressed hope for completing…

The Economic Times · May 21

Bengal government hands over land to BSF for border fencing; CM Suvendu Adhikari vows crackdown on infiltrators

Addressing a BSF land transfer meeting, West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the process marked the beginning of a larger initiative to improve border security in the state.

The Economic Times · May 20

Beef disappears from menus as Modi’s Hindu nationalist party brings rapid changes in Indian state

Ruling party has been quick to roll out multiple directives since securing victory in the state by dethroning Modi's fiercest critic Mamata Banerjee earlier this month

The Independent UK · May 19

Dharmapuri Arvind makes stunning prediction on Revanth Reddy, says he could become BJP’s next Suvendu Adhikari

Telangana politics is abuzz as BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind hinted at Chief Minister Revanth Reddy potentially switching to the BJP, drawing parallels with Suvendu Adhikari. This speculation follows Prime Minister Modi's cryptic remark to Reddy, adding to the state's heated political atmosphere ahead of local elections.

The Economic Times · May 19

Suvendu Adhikari aide Chandrakant Rath murder accused booked in 3 cases: Ballia police

Police have filed three cases against Raj Kumar Singh, 25, in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh. These cases are linked to the murder of Chandranath Rath, an aide to West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari. Rath was shot dead in Madhyamgram on May 6. Raj Singh was arrested by the CBI on…

The Economic Times · May 19