A political storm has erupted in West Bengal after BJP state president and Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar made controversial remarks comparing the state’s policing to the “standards of Sonagachhi sex workers.” The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has condemned the statement as “dehumanizing and disgraceful”, demanding an unconditional apology and filing an FIR against the BJP leader….
In a proactive step toward enhancing aviation safety, the Airfield Environment Management Committee (AEMC) of Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport, Agartala, has strongly recommended the establishment of a 10-kilometre bird-free zone around the airport. The move follows a recent tragic air crash in Ahmedabad and aims to mitigate bird strike risks during takeoff and landing…
England opener Ben Duckett has shed light on the team’s tactical approach to neutralize India’s pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah during the ongoing third Test at Headingley, emphasizing the importance of a positive mindset and strike rotation. Duckett, who stitched a crucial 122-run partnership with Ollie Pope after the early dismissal of Zak Crawley, credited their…
The National Highways Authority of India’s (NHAI) decision to introduce two new toll plazas in Upper Assam has triggered widespread concern among residents, who fear the move will exacerbate financial burdens amid rising living costs and inadequate infrastructure. 🛣️ Where Are the New Toll Points? Tenders have already been floated for toll collection, with operations…
In a decisive move to enhance aviation safety, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has amended its building construction rules, placing a temporary ban on high-rise buildings exceeding G+8 floors within a 20-kilometre radius of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. The announcement was made by Kolkata Mayor and Urban Development Minister Firhad Hakim, who cited…
The Tripura High Court has sought a detailed explanation from the state government regarding the appointment of over 10,000 teachers whose services were terminated following a 2014 court ruling that declared the 2003 Employment Policy “bad in law.” The directive came in response to a fresh plea filed by a group of affected teachers, who…
Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to transforming the state’s education landscape, stating that the focus on infrastructure and institutional development aims to prevent students from leaving the state for higher studies. Speaking at a government event in Sabroom, South Tripura, CM Saha emphasized that the state has made significant…
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has taken decisive action against two market operators—Shivprasad Pattiya and Alkesh Narware—for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that misled investors and manipulated illiquid stock options. The regulator has barred both individuals from accessing the securities market for three years and ordered them to return ₹4.83 crore along with…
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has sparked political speculation with a cinematic metaphor about his future, stating that the past 11 years under the Narendra Modi government were merely a “newsreel” and that the “real film is yet to begin.” The remark came during an interview marking the BJP-led government’s 11-year milestone, fueling curiosity about Gadkari’s…
In a significant move aimed at delivering justice and rehabilitation, the Tripura government has provided permanent jobs to 18 individuals whose family members were victims of political killings. The initiative, led by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath, is part of a broader effort to support families affected by decades of political unrest in the…
