JUL 4, 2026
The Trinamool Congress crisis deepened after the rebel faction led by Ritabrata Banerjee took control of the party's Kolkata headquarters, declaring itself the "real" TMC. The takeover came a day after the group approached the Election Commission seeking recognition over the party's name, symbol and leadership, further escalating the political showdown in West Bengal.
JUL 3, 2026
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the Orientation Programme for the 18th West Bengal Legislative Assembly at Kolkata's New Town Convention Centre, emphasizing stronger legislative capacity and democratic governance.
JUN 26, 2026
The West Bengal government has blacklisted the architectural firm linked to the Taratala building collapse and arrested six accused, reaffirming its commitment to accountability and public safety.
JUN 26, 2026
The Taratala building collapse death toll has risen to 15. Six arrested, SIT formed, and PM Modi and CM Suvendu Adhikari announce compensation.
JUN 26, 2026
West Bengal Minister Sankar Ghosh said the state government will introduce the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Assembly on Monday, describing it as a historic reform.
JUN 26, 2026
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that his government will establish a national-level museum to commemorate 150 years of Vande Mataram. He also criticized the previous government for appeasement, corruption, and nepotism while assuring that debris clearance continues after the warehouse collapse in Kolkata's Taratala.
JUN 25, 2026
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced ₹10 lakh compensation for the families of nine victims killed in the Taratala warehouse collapse. Five people have been arrested, and a statewide audit of commercial projects approved by the previous government has been ordered.
JUN 22, 2026
The West Bengal BJP government’s first budget announces a 20% DA hike, recruitment of one lakh government employees, continued welfare schemes, and major allocations for Annapurna Yojana.
JUN 21, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Bengal’s rich spiritual and yogic heritage during International Yoga Day celebrations in Kolkata, emphasizing the transformative role of yoga in healthy ageing, human unity, and lifelong wellness.
JUN 21, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the grand International Yoga Day celebration at Kolkata’s Red Road, where people from all walks of life participated. He emphasized the theme ‘Yoga For Healthy Ageing’, highlighting yoga’s role in maintaining fitness and well-being across all age groups.
JUN 20, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said West Bengal Day is a celebration of Bengal’s rich heritage and remembered Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s efforts in ensuring West Bengal remained part of India during Partition.
JUN 20, 2026
President Droupadi Murmu extended warm greetings to the people of West Bengal on Paschimbanga Divas, celebrating the state's rich cultural legacy and honoring Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee's contribution.