Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), a premier shipbuilding company under India’s Ministry of Defence, has signed a significant contract with the Transport Department of the Government of West Bengal. This deal, valued at ₹226.18 crore (excluding GST), encompasses the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of 13 hybrid electric ferries as part of the […]
In a stunning rebuke, the Supreme Court of India has lashed out at the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for casting what it called “scandalous allegations” against the entire judicial system of West Bengal. During the hearing on 20 September 2024, a bench led by Justices Abhay S Oka and Pankaj Mithal was visibly outraged […]
Bharti Airtel Limited, one of India’s top telecommunications providers, has announced a significant upgrade to its network in Kolkata, providing superior voice and data connectivity. This development, made public on 18 September 2024, comes in the wake of Airtel’s successful deployment of additional spectrum, enhancing its capacity to serve the region’s growing demand for seamless […]
Amidst escalating tensions in Kolkata, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has suggested she is willing to resign to quell the ongoing standoff with junior doctors. The situation has intensified following the rape and murder of a female doctor at RG Kar Medical College, which has prompted a month-long protest by her colleagues, demanding action […]
In a powerful address during the Trinamool Congress’s annual ‘Martyrs’ Day’ rally, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced that her government would provide shelter to those fleeing violence-hit Bangladesh if they seek refuge in India. The statement came as she addressed thousands of supporters amidst heavy rain in Kolkata. Banerjee emphasized her commitment to […]
Bharti Airtel, a leading telecommunications service provider in India, announced a significant enhancement to its network in the Birbhum district of West Bengal. This move is part of a broader initiative to densify its network across the state and ensure high-speed connectivity to its rural population. The Birbhum district network enhancement project covers 2205 villages, […]
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), India’s premier anti-terrorism institution, faced a severe setback while conducting lawful searches in Naruabila village, West Bengal, related to a blast case from December 2022 that resulted in three fatalities. The team, under the security cover of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), was unexpectedly attacked by an unruly mob, […]
In a significant move as the Lok Sabha elections approach, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) disclosed its eighth list of candidates on Saturday, March 30, spotlighting selections for key constituencies in Punjab, Odisha, and West Bengal. The list is particularly notable for its mix of seasoned politicians and newcomers from various backgrounds, including a former […]
In a concerning development from Kolkata, West Bengal, Trinamool Congress leader and the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, was hospitalized following a significant head injury. The incident, which took place close to her residence, led to her admission at the Seth Sukhlal Karnani Memorial Hospital (SSKM Hospital), marking a moment of anxiety among […]
In what appears to be a dramatic escalation of legal troubles for Trinamool Congress stalwart and expelled Lok Sabha MP Mahua Moitra, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has thrown the gauntlet, summoning her for a rigorous interrogation over alleged foreign exchange misdemeanors. The spotlight turns to New Delhi this Monday, where Moitra is expected to weave […]