Inmates in West Bengal's correctional homes will enjoy a special festive menu during Durga Puja from October 9 to 12. The initiative aims to ensure prisoners don't feel excluded from the celebrations, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options available.
Kolkata doctor rape-murder: The doctors had gone on a complete cease work for 42 days previously following the rape and murder of a fellow medic at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9.
BJP leader Roopa Ganguly was arrested after staging a night-long dharna at the Bansdroni Police Station, raising concerns over police actions against her peaceful protest. The arrest has sparked tensions in the region, with the BJP alleging unnecessary police intervention.
The junior doctors had on September 21 rejoined their duties partially at government hospitals after a 42-day protest. However, they alleged that despite continuance assurances, nothing concrete has been done by the government.
The fire started at about 10: 30 in the morning and engulfed 25 shops, most of which were of cloths and readymade garments. An investigation was started to ascertain the cause of the fire.
The junior doctors launched a cease-work protest at a state-run medical college and hospital near Kolkata after allegedly being beaten by the family of a patient who died during treatment.
WBJEE JECA Counselling 2024 round 1 seat allotment result has been released by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB). Candidates who appeared in the counselling session 1 can download their seat allotment results by visiting the official website, wbjeeb.nic.in.
Junior doctors in West Bengal have emailed Chief Secretary Manoj Pant to remind him of their unmet demands for reforms and safety measures in medical colleges, following a recent partial resumption of duties after a 42-day strike.
Kolkata doctor rape-murder: A woman trainee doctor was found dead in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on August 9.
Haji Nurul Islam, the Trinamool Congress MP from Basirhat, passed away at 61 after a battle with cancer, prompting tributes from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and deep mourning within the local community.
According to railway officials, the incident occurred around 6:25 am on Tuesday. The station has five lines and train movement there will be restored soon.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee described the "long and arduous exercises" behind the significant news regarding major American investment in the state’s semiconductor sector.
Sarkar emphasized that his mandate from the Congress high command is to fortify the party's organization across the state, which is currently facing turmoil over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, as well as flood-like conditions in some areas.
In an earlier letter, Mamata highlighted how the unprecedented, unplanned, and unilateral release of an enormous volume of water by the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) has devastated all districts in South Bengal, causing severe hardship to the people.
Sarkar's appointment comes as part of the Congress party’s efforts to strengthen its leadership and influence in West Bengal ahead of upcoming elections. He will be responsible for steering the party's strategy and activities in the state.
Kolkata rape-murder case: The doctors have been protesting since August 9 when the body of a woman medic was found at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, demanding justice for the deceased doctor as well as removing key officials from their posts alleging their involvement in the case.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) of causing severe flooding in South Bengal due to the unplanned release of water.
The Supreme Court in strong-worded remarks said that it is very unfortunate that the central agency has chosen to cast aspersions on courts in West Bengal.
While the students will be allowed entry into the college premises to appear for their exams, they have been barred from accessing the hostel and hospital during this period.
Junior doctors in Kolkata will restart emergency services on Saturday. Despite resuming work, they plan a protest march tomorrow demanding justice and better working conditions.
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