The division bench of the Calcutta High Court set aside the single bench's order cancelling the jobs of 32,000 teachers. A division bench of Justice Tapobrata Chakraborty and Justice Ritabrata Kumar Mitra ruled that there were irregularities in some appointments but not everyone's job could … [Read more...] about Massive Relief for Bengal Teachers: HC Saves 32,000 Jobs
Kolkata Covered With a Layer of Fog, Are There Chances of Rain?
Kolkata's mercury soared to 18° C in the last few days of November. December has arrived, but no significant drop in temperature is being recorded. Weather experts say it is not yet time for the onset of winter in south Bengal, including Kolkata. Along with this, it is being claimed that … [Read more...] about Kolkata Covered With a Layer of Fog, Are There Chances of Rain?
TMC Stands by Families of Alleged SIR Victims; CM Announces ₹2 Lakh Aid
The SIR has created an atmosphere of panic across the state, alleged West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday. The CM claimed that so far 39 people have died in the state due to the SIR scare. She expressed concern over the situation and announced financial assistance of ₹2 lakh … [Read more...] about TMC Stands by Families of Alleged SIR Victims; CM Announces ₹2 Lakh Aid
SIR Update: 2208 Booths Under Observation, Commission Seeks Report
There is a total of 80,681 booths in West Bengal. Out of these, not a single 'Uncollectible Form' was found in 2,208 booths during the ongoing SIR. Seeing this, the election commission officials of the state is also surprised. Reports have been sought from the DEOs and EROs of the respective … [Read more...] about SIR Update: 2208 Booths Under Observation, Commission Seeks Report
Two Smugglers Arrested With Gold Biscuits at Bangladesh Border
Two smugglers arrested with gold biscuits worth Rs 3 crore in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal at India-Bangladesh border. According to the media reports, both the smugglers were trying to sneak the check post by hiding 20 illegal gold biscuits in the cabin of a truck. The value … [Read more...] about Two Smugglers Arrested With Gold Biscuits at Bangladesh Border
