New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday slammed Rajya Sabha member Kapil Sibal over his remarks on living in India, saying that his statements went "against the country" and amounted to an "insult" to the nation's democratic institutions and people.
Kolkata, June 1 (IANS) Biswajit Sarkar, the brother of BJP worker Abhijit Sarkar, who was killed during the post-poll violence that followed the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, has alleged that the recent attacks on Trinamool Congress MPs Abhishek Banerjee and Kalyan Banerjee were scripted. He also questioned the then silence of TMC leadership when similar "cycle of violence" rocked West Bengal, leading to his brother's killing.
Kolkata, June 1 (IANS) Abhishek Banerjee, the Trinamool Congress General Secretary and Lok Sabha member, has sought time to appear before the West Bengal Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in the signature mismatch case.
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) MP Khagen Murmu on Monday rejected allegations linking the BJP to the recent attack on Trinamool Congress MP, Abhishek Banerjee, asserting that the party had no involvement in the incident and attributing it instead to growing public resentment against the former ruling party's leaders in West Bengal.
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed grief over the passing of legendary playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, remembering her "melodious voice" and "soulful renditions" that enriched the Indian cinema and cultural world.
Kolkata, June 1 (IANS) A total of 35 BJP MLAs were sworn in as Ministers at the Lok Bhavan on Monday, marking an expansion of the cabinet led by Suvendu Adhikari in West Bengal.
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Marking six years of PM Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi), Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised the scheme's success in delivering collateral-free credit, financial inclusion, and growth opportunities to street vendors while emphasising themes of trust, dignity, and national economic contribution.
Patna, June 1 (IANS) Renowned educator Khan Sir on Monday expressed serious concern over examination paper leaks, stating that such incidents affect not only students but also teachers, who are forced to repeat months of academic preparation. He stressed that the focus of security measures should be on the stage where question papers are prepared and printed rather than solely on their transportation.
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday greetings to Union Minister of Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya and praised his efforts in enhancing sports infrastructure and ensuring the well-being of workers and youth across the country.
Kolkata, June 1 (IANS) The 35 members of the extended cabinet in West Bengal will take the oath as ministers at Lok Bhavan in Kolkata at 11 a.m. on Monday.
