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September 12, 2024

Israeli airstrikes in Gaza and the West Bank escalate violence, tragically killing civilians and stalling international cease-fire efforts amid ongoing conflict.

In recent days, Israeli airstrikes have escalated in Gaza and the West Bank, resulting in significant civilian casualties and destruction. An attack on a UN school sheltering displaced families killed at least 14 people, including women and children. The ongoing conflict has now entered its 11th month, with over 41,000 Palestinians reported dead. Israel claims ...

September 10, 2024

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Doctors Defy Court Order: Protests Persist as West Bengal Struggles with Healthcare and Governance Chaos

In Kolkata, junior doctors have continued their protest for 32 days, defying a Supreme Court order to return to work. They are demanding justice for a trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Hospital. The doctors want the removal of high-ranking officials, including the Kolkata police commissioner and health secretary. Despite an ...

September 10, 2024

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Listening is Outdated: TMC’s Leadership Fumbles Amid Chaos and Rape Outrage in West Bengal.

Jawhar Sircar’s resignation from the Trinamool Congress highlights a critical issue in West Bengal’s political landscape: a lack of listening. Following the tragic rape and murder of a young doctor in Kolkata, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and her party seem disconnected from the concerns of citizens and protesters. Instead of addressing calls for justice and ...

September 9, 2024

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Bandhan Bank unveils GST payment service, enhancing access to government services and confirming its role in revenue collection in West Bengal.

Bandhan Bank has introduced a new service enabling both customers and non-customers to pay Goods and Services Tax (GST) online and offline. This initiative is part of the bank’s commitment to providing easier access to government services, according to Rajinder Babbar, Executive Director and Chief Business Officer. As a Kolkata-based private bank, Bandhan Bank has ...

September 8, 2024

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A deep depression over the Bay of Bengal threatens heavy rainfall and rough seas in southern West Bengal, warning fishermen.

A weather disturbance over the Bay of Bengal is expected to develop into a deep depression by Monday, bringing heavy rainfall to various southern districts of West Bengal until September 12. The weather system is forecasted to cross the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal between Puri and Digha by Monday night. Areas likely to ...

September 4, 2024

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Supreme Court Faces West Bengal’s Defiance Amid Doctor’s Brutal Murder Outcry

The Central Government has approached the Supreme Court, accusing the West Bengal government of “unpardonable” non-cooperation in supporting the CISF’s security efforts at RG Kar Medical College, following the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor. The Home Ministry claims that the state government’s actions indicate a systemic issue and is seeking action against ...

September 3, 2024

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West Bengal Unites for Justice: Historic ‘Aparajita’ Anti-Rape Bill Passes

The West Bengal Assembly has unanimously passed the ‘Aparajita’ anti-rape bill, making the state the first to amend central laws regarding rape and sexual assault. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee described the bill as historic and dedicated it to a trainee doctor who was tragically raped and murdered recently. She emphasized that this legislation addresses critical ...