Tag: West Bengal

Tapas Roy, a former Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader who resigned from the party two days ago, has officially joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday. Roy's decision to switch allegiances comes amid growing discontent with the TMC leadership.

In a significant development following the allegations of sexual harassment and rape leveled by women in West Bengal's Sandeshkhali, a Trinamool Congress block president, Shibu Prasad Hazra, has been apprehended by the authorities. The arrest comes amidst a swirling political controversy surrounding the incident, with both the opposition and ruling party engaging in a heated exchange of accusations.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has issued a stern warning to state-run universities, threatening to block their funds if they follow the orders of Governor CV Ananda Bose. The Chief Minister also cautioned of a sit-in protest outside Raj Bhavan, the Governor's residence. She stated, "If you interfere with any university or if any university or college takes your order, I will create economic obstructions. Tit for tat. No compromise. Let me see how you pay the salaries of university staff. We never interfere in the education system." Banerjee's remarks come amidst a long-standing dispute between the state government and Raj Bhavan regarding the governance of state universities.

Amidst outrage over a viral video in Manipur, the BJP alleges that two tribal women were stripped naked and brutally tortured in West Bengal's Malda. The incident has sparked a political tussle, with the ruling TMC reacting to the allegations.

In the hilly terrains of Siliguri, West Bengal, a young boy named Ankur Barman was born with an unwavering determination and an unyielding spirit. Little did the world know that this young soul would rise to become a beacon of inspiration in the realm of combat sports. Today, Ankur Barman is not merely a name but a symbol of passion, grit, and excellence in the world of martial arts.