JUL 9, 2026
Former TMC Rajya Sabha MPs Sushmita Dev, Prakash Chik Baraik and Sukhendu Sekhar Roy officially joined the BJP at an event attended by West Bengal BJP President Samik Bhattacharya.
JUL 9, 2026
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari conducted a surprise inspection at Swasthya Bhavan, ordered strict action against hospital middlemen, reviewed healthcare infrastructure, announced the expansion of SSKM Hospital, and confirmed plans for a world-class Adani Group hospital in New Town.
JUL 7, 2026
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the government will ensure justice for victims of the Baruipur violence, with arrests underway, over 200 suspects identified, and a new police outpost planned.
JUL 6, 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherjee in Kolkata on his 125th birth anniversary, describing the visionary leader's life as an enduring inspiration for nation-building and future generations.
JUL 6, 2026
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honoured Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee on his 125th birth anniversary, calling his dedication to national unity and ideological strength an enduring inspiration for modern India.
JUN 30, 2026
The West Bengal Assembly has passed the Anti-Goonda Bill 2026 and the Public Order Amendment Bill to strengthen action against organised crime, riots and vandalism. The legislation allows preventive detention of suspected habitual offenders for up to 12 months, asset seizures and compensation recovery for property damage, while the Opposition has raised concerns over potential misuse.
JUN 29, 2026
The West Bengal Assembly has passed two OBC Amendment Bills, 2026, restructuring the state's reservation framework, capping the OBC quota at 7%, and aligning the system with Calcutta High Court directives.
JUN 27, 2026
Chandannagar's iconic Jolbhora Sandesh has received the prestigious GI Tag, celebrating its unique heritage and the generations of artisans preserving this beloved Bengali delicacy.
JUN 27, 2026
Actor Anupam Kher praised West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari after their meeting, highlighting discussions on cinema, culture, storytelling, and the importance of meaningful films.
JUN 26, 2026
Actor Anupam Kher announced that Anupam Kher Studio will produce a new Bengali film, Shuru Theke Shuru, after 26 years following a meeting with West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.
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.