On December 21, a team from the Special Task Force (STF) of West Bengal Police arrested a Pakistan-trained militant named Javed Munshi. He is a known expert in making improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and handling weapons. Munshi is linked to the banned terrorist group Tehreek-ul-Mujahideen (TuM). The arrest took place near the India-Bangladesh border, in the Canning area of South 24 Parganas. This operation was carried out by the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Kolkata Police together, based on secret information. Javed Munshi will be presented before the Alipore court soon.
23 December,2024 09:56 AM IST
The crisis Hindus are facing in Bangladesh has been ongoing for months, with minority groups being targeted in Dhaka. The recent arrest of ISKCON priests has sparked outrage worldwide. Bangladesh's Chief Advisor, Md Yunus, has faced strong protests and criticism since the violence against Hindus began. In Siliguri, West Bengal, posters with pictures of Yunus appeared, calling for people to spit on or beat his picture. A large protest was also held in Montreal by Canadian Bangladeshis to demand the government protect minority rights. Religious leaders worldwide have condemned the arrests and called for the priests' release. The violence against Hindus increased after former PM Sheikh Hasina was ousted on August 5. PM Modi has repeatedly condemned the violence and urged Yunus to take action.
03 December,2024 05:50 PM IST
Sayan Ghosh, a young man from Ward No. 27 of Kamarhati Municipality in North 24 Parganas’s Belgharia, was injured while visiting a friend’s house in Dhaka, Bangladesh. 22-year-old Sayan was allegedly attacked with weapons by some miscreants. Sayan was seriously injured in the eyes, head and teeth. The attack was then carried out after only identifying Hindus and Indians. On Saturday night, he returned home through the Gede-Darshan border, but fear was in his eyes. Watch the video for more information.
02 December,2024 11:17 AM IST
Cyclone Fengal is set to hit the coast of Puducherry today in an estimated landfall. Many coastal areas are experiencing changes in weather, including high tides, rainfall, Rough sea and gusty winds. Due to the impact of Cyclone Fengal, coastal areas in Chennai witnessed changes in weather with gusty winds and rain. Cyclone Fengal brought heavy rains in many areas in Tamil Nadu. Rough sea, strong winds have also moved in, in coastal areas of Andhra Pradesh as cyclone Fengal is approaching the state. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Cyclone Fengal will hit the coastal area by today evening. A red alert was issued for various parts of the southern states in view of incessant rainfall.
30 November,2024 01:15 PM IST
The incident of rape case of a minor in South 24 Parganas in West Bengal has sent shockwaves across the country. More details have emerged from the incident. Body of a minor girl allegedly raped in South 24 Parganas was found in canal on October 05. Her aunt said, “The body (of the girl) has several injuries on the body, limbs have been broken. She went missing while coming back from the tuition. Her father tried to find her everywhere but when he was not able to find her, he went to the Police station but the Police refused to listen to him and asked him to go to the Jaynagar Police station. Police neglected the matter.”
06 October,2024 11:59 AM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will meet with junior doctors again at her home at 5 pm on September 16. This will be the fifth and final meeting attempt. The junior doctors have asked for the meeting to be live-streamed. This request follows Mamata Banerjee’s visit to their protest site outside Swasthya Bhavan, where she promised to address their demands. On September 14, Mamata Banerjee had already met with a group of 15 junior doctors at her residence. She also visited the protesting doctors and assured them that their concerns would be tackled, and action would be taken against those responsible for recent incidents. She expressed deep concern, saying the protest and the tragic rape and murder of a 2nd-year PG student at RG Kar Medical College on August 9 were causing her significant distress.
16 September,2024 05:16 PM IST
The West Bengal Assembly has recently passed 'Aparajita' Bill, marking a significant step in the fight against sexual violence. Named in response to the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical Centre, this legislation is a pioneering move by West Bengal, making it the first state to amend central laws related to sexual offenses. The bill introduces several critical reforms, including stricter penalties for rape, enhanced protection for survivors, and expedited judicial processes to ensure faster justice. It also establishes special fast-track courts dedicated to handling such cases. The West Bengal government, led by Mamata Banerjee, convened a special 2-day session to accelerate the bill's passage in response to widespread protests and public outrage. This initiative aims to address the growing demand for more robust measures against sexual crimes and to provide a stronger legal framework for the protection of women. Watch video to know all about Aparajita Bill passed by West Bengal government.
04 September,2024 05:33 PM IST
Amid the ongoing protests in West Bengal over the rape and murder of a junior doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, another case involving the alleged molestation of a minor girl in North 24 Parganas’s Madhyamgram has come has come to light. The minor girl's father said, "My daughter was going to the shop from home...He (accused) took my daughter to the shop and molested her. We did not see this, the person next to us told us that this was done to my daughter...When I asked my daughter about this, she said that this was done to her by beating and scaring her. I called the Panchayat member and he told us that the accused would be punished but he went to the accused's house and started supporting him...An FIR has been registered. The accused was caught at 4 am, he is in custody. We want the person who did this to my 9-year-old daughter to get the harshest punishment."
02 September,2024 11:05 AM IST
Following recent clashes at Bhatpara, two individuals with bullet injuries to the head were admitted to Manipal Hospitals Broadway at around 11:30 am, where they are currently under close supervision in the ICU. This incident occurred amidst allegations from BJP leader Priyangu Pandey, who claimed that TMC supporters attacked his car with bombs and gunfire. Former BJP MP Arjun Singh suggested that there was a deliberate plan to kill Pandey. In response to escalating tensions, the BJP organized a 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' on August 28 to protest against the Mamata Banerjee government. This Bengal bandh followed a chaotic Nabanna protest where police used lathi charges and tear gas on demonstrators. The West Bengal police also detained several BJP workers during the bandh as tensions between the BJP and TMC continue to rise.
28 August,2024 05:10 PM IST
On August 27, the West Bengal Governor criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, accusing her government of defying a Supreme Court order. The same day, Kolkata Police clashed with protesters during the Nabanna March, which was organized to demand justice for a trainee doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. The protest turned chaotic as demonstrators broke through barricades, resulting in violent confrontations with the police. The authorities responded with tear gas, water cannons, and lath-charges to disperse the crowd. This aggressive response further escalated tensions, as protesters expressed their outrage over the crime. The situation highlighted growing unrest and dissatisfaction with the state’s handling of both the criminal case and the broader issues of governance.
28 August,2024 05:06 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
