AUG 9, 2026
Suvendu Adhikari Vows Justice in RG Kar Case
Suvendu Adhikari calls for justice in the RG Kar rape and murder case, highlighting the CBI probe, state action and a police investigation into matters outside the CBI's purview.
Tag: West Bengal Government
AUG 9, 2026
AUG 9, 2026
WB to Mark Partition Remembrance With Candle Marches
West Bengal will organise candle marches, exhibitions and documentary screenings across districts on August 13-14 to mark Partition Horrors Remembrance Day.
AUG 5, 2026
CM Suvendu Adhikari Makes Surprise Police Station Visits
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari conducted surprise inspections at Watgunge and Ekbalpur police stations, reviewing Women's Help Desks, lock-ups, fire safety systems, and overall infrastructure while assessing law-and-order preparedness and policing standards in Kolkata.
AUG 4, 2026
Pralhad Joshi Hails Bengal's PM SHRI Schools Decision
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi hailed the West Bengal government's decision to sign the PM SHRI Schools MoU and urged faster implementation of PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
JUL 24, 2026
Nabanna Launches Revenue Drive, Focuses on Plugging Leakages Instead of New Taxes
The West Bengal government has launched a major initiative to strengthen state finances by plugging revenue leakages instead of introducing new taxes. Departments have been directed to identify revenue losses, improve collections, and enhance financial efficiency, with a White Paper expected to detail the scale of leakages and their impact on the state exchequer.
JUL 23, 2026
WB Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Agarwal Gets 6-Month Extension
IAS officer Manoj Kumar Agarwal will continue as West Bengal Chief Secretary for another six months after the Union Government approved the state government's request for an extension.
JUL 20, 2026
Bengali Mandatory in West Bengal Offices from September 1
West Bengal will make Bengali mandatory across all levels of government administration from September 1, following a request by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced in the Assembly.
JUL 19, 2026
Amit Shah Reviews Bengal Law & Order, Announces Key Security Measures
Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed West Bengal's law and order situation in Kolkata, announcing a rural women's outreach programme and the formation of a Special Investigation Agency to strengthen internal security.
JUL 19, 2026
Amit Shah Orders Fortnightly Border Security Reviews, Reaffirms Zero-Tolerance on Infiltration
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level security meeting in North Bengal, directing officials to enforce zero tolerance against illegal infiltration. He ordered fortnightly coordination meetings, faster deportation of illegal immigrants, a crackdown on forged documents, and prompt legal action against unauthorized religious structures.
JUL 18, 2026
West Bengal Govt Announces FIFA Final Screenings
West Bengal is set to transform the FIFA World Cup final into a grand public celebration, with giant screens at Nandan and across all districts for the Argentina vs Spain showdown.
JUL 14, 2026
WB Govt Plans Global Push to Attract Industrial Investment
The West Bengal government is preparing a new industrial growth strategy by appointing overseas consultants to attract global investors and creating a comprehensive database of idle and available industrial land
JUL 14, 2026
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The West Bengal government has reshuffled 33 senior IPS and WBPS officers, appointing new heads for the CID, Intelligence Branch, STF, Bidhannagar Police and several key police units across the state.