On July 21, 1993, a significant event reshaped Kolkata’s political landscape. Mamata Banerjee, then the Youth Congress head, led a protest demanding voter identity cards be essential for voting. The police’s harsh response resulted in the deaths of 13 party workers, marking a pivotal moment in Banerjee’s rise as a champion of the masses. Fast ...
 "Veteran leader Sitaram Yechury, a pragmatic communist, shaped left politics in India before his passing at 72, leaving a profound legacy.")
Sitaram Yechury, a veteran leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), passed away at the age of 72 after battling a severe lung infection. Known for his deep understanding of electoral politics, Yechury aimed to modernize the Left movement by fostering alliances to challenge the right-wing Sangh Parivar. A key architect of the United ...
In Bhubaneswar, senior BJD leader Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo encouraged the youth of BJD to actively engage in reforming Odisha after the party’s recent election loss. Speaking at a youth organizational meeting, he expressed confidence in winning the upcoming panchayat elections, urging the young leaders to work hard and support the party’s vision. Reflecting on ...
Tihar Jail authorities have defended their decision to deny Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh a visit with Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, citing Rule 588 of the Delhi Prison Rules. This rule prohibits ex-prisoners and habitual offenders from meeting friends who are currently incarcerated. Singh, currently out on bail over alleged irregularities in the Delhi ...
 "SBI’s Next Leader: Amara Recommended as Managing Director Amidst Transition")
Rama Mohan Rao Amara has been recommended for the position of Managing Director of the State Bank of India (SBI) by the Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB). Amara, who is currently the Deputy Managing Director at SBI, will take over due to C S Setty’s recent elevation to Chairman of the bank. The FSIB evaluated ...
