Mamata Banerjee: An astute, unpredictable politician, enigma to many

Jayanta Bhattacharya | April 14, 2026 9:47 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) In the run-up to the 2006 West Bengal Assembly election, it appeared that Mamata Banerjee would wrest power from the communists in the state, even if not with an overwhelming margin. But, she could not. Voter’s turnout was recorded at 84.52 per cent in 2006, the highest in the state and the Left citadel fortified itself, sweeping 233 of the 294 Assembly seats.

Adani Energy rolls out 1,000 MW power link to boost Mumbai's clean energy supply

IANS | April 14, 2026 9:02 PM

Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) Adani Electricity Mumbai Infrastructure Ltd (AEMIL), a subsidiary of Adani Energy Solutions Ltd (AESL), has commissioned a 1,000 megawatt high-voltage direct current transmission link between Kudus and Aarey in a significant step towards strengthening power infrastructure in Mumbai and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

India must switch to organic manure to cut fertiliser use by 25 pc: Experts​

IANS | April 14, 2026 8:51 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) India’s top agricultural experts on Tuesday came out in favour of launching a mission to replace at least 25 per cent of the country's current mineral fertiliser use with organic manures over the next three years, to cut dependence on imports and improve soil health.​

'Human touch': Sawai Madhopur SP allows cops leave on birthdays

IANS | April 14, 2026 8:15 PM

Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) In a thoughtful and humane step aimed at improving work-life balance in the police force, Sawai Madhopur Superintendent of Police (SP) Jyeshtha Maitreyi on Tuesday introduced a unique initiative that is drawing widespread appreciation.

BJP will ensure Bengal women’s safety post-midnight: HM Amit Shah​

IANS | April 14, 2026 7:53 PM

Kolkata, April 14 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), if it comes to power in West Bengal after the two-phase assembly polls later this month, will prioritise women’s safety and ensure that women can roam around freely and safely even after midnight, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Tuesday.​