The Indian National Congress has released a comprehensive list of 284 candidates for the upcoming Assembly elections in West Bengal, signaling a strong and independent push in the state’s high-stakes political contest. 🗳️ Heavyweights in the Fray Among the أبرز names in the list are senior leaders: Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, former Leader of the Congress in the Lok Sabha Mausam Benazir Noor, former Rajya Sabha MP Their inclusion reflects the party’s strategy of banking on exper

In a significant political development ahead of the West Bengal Assembly elections 2026, the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has decided to form an alliance with All India United Party (AJUP) led by Humayun Kabir. The alliance is expected to add a new dimension to the electoral contest in West Bengal, where political competition is already intense. Humayun Kabir announced that his party, AJUP, will contest 149 Assembly seats, marking an ambitious expansion of i

The latest data released by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has revealed a concerning trend: West Bengal recorded the highest number of acid attack cases in the country, even as overall crimes against women showed a marginal decline. 📊 Key Findings from NCRB Data India recorded a total of 207 acid attack cases in 2023 West Bengal alone accounted for 57 cases This translates to around 27.5% of all acid attacks nationwide These cases are registered under Section 326A

Kolkata : In a major administrative move ahead of elections in West Bengal, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has ordered the removal and transfer of several top state officials, including the Chief Secretary and the Home Secretary, to ensure a neutral administrative environment during the poll process. According to the Commission’s directive, the Chief Secretary and the Home Secretary of West Bengal have been removed from their current positions with immediate effect. T

In a significant political development just days before upcoming elections, the central government has appointed new Governors for Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. The decision has triggered strong reactions from political leaders, especially in West Bengal. According to official sources, R. N. Ravi has been appointed as the new Governor of West Bengal following the resignation of C. V. Ananda Bose. The sudden change comes at a politically sensitive time as preparations for electi

Following the publication of the final electoral rolls after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)  in West Bengal , data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI)  show a large number of voters whose eligibility is still unresolved and classified as “under adjudication” — meaning their supporting documents are pending judicial scrutiny before final confirmation. Murshidabad  has the highest number of such voters — about 11.01 lakh  awaiting detailed examination. Mald

A new collection of essays titled West Bengal: Change and Continuity offers an in-depth examination of the State’s evolving political landscape, economic transitions, and social dynamics. The volume brings together contributions from scholars, policy analysts, and commentators who attempt to unpack the complexities shaping West Bengal today. A Comprehensive Political Analysis The book delves into the transformation of West Bengal’s political sphere over the past decades. Essa

Court proceedings in several districts of West Bengal have reportedly slowed down as a number of judicial officers have been assigned duties related to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The diversion of officers to election-related work has led to adjournments and delays in hearings across lower courts, according to legal sources. Court Work Affected Lawyers in multiple districts have said that routine hearings, evidence recording, and arguments